47. Outstanding offensive line play has been one of the cornerstones of success for the New England Patriots during their incredible run since the Tom Brady and Bill Belichick era began way back in 2001. The team invests in their front with high draft choices all the time. Don’t expect that to change with Brady approaching his 40th birthday. His physical well-being is becoming more important to protect than ever.
<p>Somebody like Mike McGlinchey is their exact type of football players. He’s big, strong, tough, smart and above all versatile. The Notre Dame alum is known best for playing offensive tackle but like most Irish linemen he’s well-schooled at playing multiple positions. He could easily kick inside to guard and thus the Patriots have a player on the roster who could end up being their future at tackle down the road.</p>. OT. Notre Dame. Mike McGlinchey . 32. player