During their college careers, Trevor Penning and Taliese Fuaga played on opposite sides of the offensive line, with Penning on the left and Fuaga on the right. However, in the early 2024 offseason, the New Orleans Saints have decided to have them swap roles. Penning, who played left tackle in college, is now learning to play right tackle, a move that the coaching staff believes could be beneficial for him.
Saints offensive line coach John Benton expressed optimism about Penning’s potential, stating that they had planned to try him out at right tackle regardless of who they drafted this year. Fuaga, a first-round pick out of Oregon State, has been practicing at left tackle during the spring. Head coach Dennis Allen explained that they are exploring different options during training camp to see where each player fits best.
The team is not locking either player into a specific position at this point, as there is still time for either Penning or Fuaga to prove themselves as the better option for the tackle spots. While Penning is currently working at right tackle, it does not mean that he will stay there permanently. The Saints are open to making adjustments based on what is best for the players’ development and the overall state of the offensive line. The situation will continue to be monitored throughout the summer.
