I don't think that we should look for the difference McIntosh will make in this game. He's bound to be rusty as he didn't have a training camp and is not in top shape.
But, the biggest reason is that OL play is, for the most part, a "unit" play. It will take some time for this OL to gel as a unit. But, I think once they do, they will be a very good OL. There's more talent, size and speed on this OL than last year's. By the end of the year, if they remain healthy, I think they'll be solid. I also think they'll be that much better next year with a new OL coach and a new and improved head coach.
Btw, has anyone noticed all the interest shown in the guys the Dolphins released? How about the play of those guys on their other teams ... Oh, wait, they're not playing for anyone???? Oooops!
But, the biggest reason is that OL play is, for the most part, a "unit" play. It will take some time for this OL to gel as a unit. But, I think once they do, they will be a very good OL. There's more talent, size and speed on this OL than last year's. By the end of the year, if they remain healthy, I think they'll be solid. I also think they'll be that much better next year with a new OL coach and a new and improved head coach.
Btw, has anyone noticed all the interest shown in the guys the Dolphins released? How about the play of those guys on their other teams ... Oh, wait, they're not playing for anyone???? Oooops!