Nov 1, 2020; Orchard Park, New York, USA; New England Patriots offensive guard Joe Thuney (62) blocks on a play in the third quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Bills Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports
Eric Fisher has to be a bit jealous of Orlando Brown, Jr. at this point, and it’s not just about the fact that he’s gainfully employed in his old spot as the Kansas City Chiefs starting left tackle. It’s also the company he’s keeping along the line.
When the Chiefs first signed Joe Thuney in free agency this spring to a five-year deal worth up to $80 million, it was the first sign of greatness at a position that had been nothing but a laughable revolving door for the entirety of Andy Reid’s tenure as the team’s head coach.