The Colts have been playing fantastic football for the last couple of months. One of the big reasons for that is the offensive line.
Quenton Nelson changed this offensive line as soon as he was drafted to the team. He played in the state of Indiana while in college at Notre Dame, so he didn’t have to go far. But since he has been here, the entire mentality of the offensive line has changed.
The offensive line is the best line in football right now. They have only allowed 18 sacks in 17 games after not allowing a single one against Houston. They have been blowing people off the ball and creating holes for Marlon Mack to run through as well as protecting Andrew Luck.
Ryan Kelly has also elevated his game this season. He has had some injury problems this year. But when he has been on the field, he has elevated the center position. He is strong and very smart, so he is a very important part of the offensive line.
Maybe the unsung hero of the unit is Mark Glowinski. He took over at right guard after Matt Slauson was put on IR, and he has been fantastic. He has kept the mean attitude that the rest of the line has had all year long, even though he had a rough game against Tennessee.
This offensive line has stuck together all year long, and will continue to do so throughout their playoff run. They have to be the best unit on the field if the Colts want to beat the Chiefs next weekend.
The Colts are well positioned right now with the way they are playing. If they shock the world next Saturday against the Chiefs, it will be because of the offensive line blowing up their front seven.