The Offensive line
The Browns’ offensive line finally looked good. Maybe that’s more an indictment against the Packers’ front seven than it is a compliment to the Browns offensive line but outside of a few mistakes and a couple blew pass protections that resulted in back-breaking sacks, the line did its job.
Nick Harris did a fine job blocking, especially with it being his first start at center and how badly he looked last year as a rookie. Harris may have stepped forward nicely but I’d like to see more from him before decreeing him the long-term replacement option for J.C. Tretter.
Blake Hance looked good at tackle, maybe a sign that the Packers’ defense wasn’t up to snuff after all. The Browns seem to have a real option in Michael Dunn, who continually looks good no matter when his number is called.
Joel Bitnio is also making a case to be the team’s permanent option at left tackle, as he’s far and away a better option over Jedrick Wills. I’m still baffled that Wills somehow got selected to be a Pro Bowl alternate, but hey, congrats to him.
Overall the Browns offensive line looked fantastic and that’s something to celebrate.