How Important Is the Offensive Line to a Quarterback's Success?

[Jasmine]

Quarterbacks receive most of the attention, but offensive linemen determine how much time they have to throw and how effectively the running game operates. How much should offensive line performance influence the way a quarterback's season is judged?

[kangroo]

offensive line play should have a major influence when judging a quarterback. Constant pressure can ruin even good decisions, while strong protection gives a quarterback time to read the field. Stats don’t always show that difference, so watching how the quarterback performs under pressure gives a clearer picture.