No. 10 – Michael Schofield
Schofield is finally getting an opportunity to prove himself since being an afterthought by the John Fox regime after they spent a third round draft pick on him in 2014. With the shoulder injury to Sambrialo, Schofield has stepped into a starter role at right guard.
According to the Pro Football Focus rankings, Schofield has not necessarily impressed with his -2.7 mark in his two starts. However, that number is significantly higher than the other two tackles who have played with Sambrailo and Ryan Harris receiving -10.3 and -9.7, respectively.
Schofield was passable against an average rush by Minnesota, but was owned by the Raiders to the tune of one sack and five hurries on Peyton Manning. Denver’s lack of confidence in Schofield forced them to go out and pick up Tyler Polumbus following Week 4. Schofield’s performance in Week 5 didn’t do much to instill confidence that he should play significant snaps in Week 6.
