Pouncey played in only 5 games last year and the team has brought him back slowly this offseason. He is practicing every other day at this point. Larsen tore his bicep and is likely out for the first 8 weeks of the season. James injured his shoulder and has missed both preseason games. Kraig Urbik, who was considered Miami’s top backup offensive lineman, is unable to play the next few weeks because of an injured knee.
These injuries have allowed the young developmental players on the offensive line to get more reps and more time with the coaches.