What happened: The opening set of pregame warmups had him at right guard with the starting offensive line. The UCLA product entered the league as the 144th pick in the 2023 draft.

Why it matters: Right guard continuity shapes pass protection and the run-game plan. First-team warmup reps put him in line for a larger role if the staff sticks with the combination.

What to watch: Watch the official starting lineup and first offensive series for whether the combination holds.