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Honorable mentions
Ramon Foster (Pittsburgh Steelers): I think there is a chance that Foster regresses a little this season given his age, but I still think he will be a solid guard in Pittsburgh for the foreseeable future. The Steelers have one of the best guard pairings in the league with Foster and David DeCastro.
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Quenton Nelson (Indianapolis Colts): Normally I would be reluctant to put a rookie offensive lineman in these rankings (past the Future Five), but Nelson is a special player. He is the best prospect that I have ever seen at the guard position. The Colts suddenly have a stable interior line with Nelson, Ryan Kelly and Jack Mewhort.
Matt Paradis (Denver Broncos): The Broncos offensive line has been shaky in recent seasons, but Paradis has been the opposite of that. He is entering his prime at age 27, and he could be in a Pro Bowl or two in the next few seasons.
Joel Bitonio (Cleveland Browns): Bitonio is a great guard who I expect to only get better. The retirement of Joe Thomas may hurt him a little, but his talent should be enough to overcome it over the long run. I am fascinated to see how he blocks for two mobile quarterbacks in Tyrod Taylor and Baker Mayfield.
Rodney Hudson (Oakland Raiders): Hudson is one of the leaders of a great offensive line. He has been great for Oakland and his performance as a Raider has definitely helped Derek Carr become the quarterback that he is today. He is a very well-rounded player.