11.  Along with Gene Upshaw, now executive director of the NFL Players Association, Shell formed one of the most formidable sides of an offensive line in NFL history.

12.  Along with the eight sacks allowed Saturday, the offensive line also was whistled for four false starts.

13.  Although Tech has a couple of holes to fill on the offensive line, the skill positions are deep.

14.  Also, left tackle Brent McCaffrey will redshirt, making the Trojans offensive line even more untested.

15.  Also, rookie guard Matt Lehr of Virginia Tech established himself as a dependable backup for the offensive line.

16.  Also, the Giants are still uncertain about the status of their offensive line.

17.  Although he has generally been well protected in the past because of a great offensive line, the few times Aikman has been hit he has taken tremendous shots.

18.  Although quarterback is the most prominent position open, Hackett is probably more concerned about several other spots, including offensive line, defensive line and linebacker.

19.  Although the Cardinals need help along the offensive line, Ferguson believes they can satisfy those needs in lower rounds and through free agency.

20.  Although the Hurricanes remain undefeated, one of their streaks ended last week when the offensive line allowed a sack of Dorsey for the first time all season.