2014 NFL Free Agency Preview: Top 5 Offensive Tackles
By J.R.
Dec 29, 2013; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Cincinnati Bengals tackle Anthony Collins (73) against the Baltimore Ravens at Paul Brown Stadium. Bengals defeated the Ravens 34-17. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-USA TODAY Sports
5. Anthony Collins
Age: 28
2013-14 Salary: 1,250,000
Career Stats: 6 Seasons-25 Starts-0 Pro Bowls
Rating: 5.5
Anthony Collins is a wild card this free agency season. He has bounced around a lot and hasn’t got much playing time until last season, when he played 14 games at LT for the Bengals. When he was inserted into the lineup last year he played really well and even ranked ahead of Brandon Albert on PFF’s rankings. With Collins its the unknown that makes him a wild card, we will not know if last year was a flash in the pan until he hits the field next season. It is likely that he will be a cheaper option and could turn out to be a very quality starter for any team. He is a player to keep in mind if the Raiders get out bid for the bigger name players.
Chances He Signs With Oakland: 15
*(Note I considered Rdoger Saffold as a Guard, which is why he was not included on this list)