Armstead notes Verse’s speed-focused evolution and humorously links the bull rush to his own retirement, providing veteran insight into how Verse’s growth could influence the Rams’ pass rush and how the line protection might adapt to Verse’s new counters.

Terron Armstead anchors the left side, a linchpin for the Dolphins' physical pass protection. His health and availability are critical to the unit's ceiling, with Lamm and Paul complementing on the edges as the run game seeks better blocking.

Armstead’s candid take on Williams emphasizes pre-snap pressure recognition and timely blitz recognition, aligning with Chicago’s plan to sharpen Williams’ pocket awareness and reduce vulnerabilities under pressure.

Armstead anchors the left edge when healthy; his durability largely dictates the line's ceiling. Lamm’s return tempers concern, but Armstead’s availability remains a central variable for protection and run-game success, influencing how aggressively Miami rotates guards and tackles and how much risk the QB faces in Week 1.

Armstead’s absence reshapes protection and run lanes, elevating risk on Tua’s pocket, and pressuring Miami’s depth at tackle. His absence alters pass protection dynamics and could influence play-calling as the offense compensates with quicker releases and more internal protection schemes.