Evan Mathis has been a fine addition to the Denver Broncos’ offensive line this season, though since coming aboard he has been battling through some injury issues.
Mathis’ injury could pave the way for a rookie to make a start this week against the New England Patriots, something that would certainly make fans a bit uneasy but that the coaching staff would be very comfortable with. Garcia has played plenty this season in rotation with Mathis already, and the Broncos have used him in a variety of other ways as well.
Garcia nearly had the starting left guard position locked up this preseason before Mathis became a legitimate option for the Broncos, and now he might be getting his chance.