Shoddy blocking was a major reason why the Midshipmen ranked No. 52 nationally in rushing offense with 177.6 yards per game. That was easily the worst output of the current triple-option era (2002 to present).
Navy never previously ranked lower than sixth in the Football Bowl Subdivision with 270.8 yards the fewest gained on the ground during that time.
Improved offensive line play will be key if the Mids hope to author a bounce-back campaign in 2021. However, the unit is in rebuild mode with the pending graduation of three starters, including its two best blockers in right guard Peter Nestrowitz and right tackle Billy Honaker.