Tristan Wirfs ranks as NFL's highest-graded pass-blocker despite Buccaneers' struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 7:22 AM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
Tristan Wirfs, left tackle for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has been graded as the highest pass-blocker in the NFL by PFF with an 87.5 score, despite the offensive line conceding 16 sacks this season. This performance stands out as the Buccaneers struggle with a 0-4 record, attributed largely to their offensive line issues. Wirfs has allowed four pressures and two sacks, raising questions about the grading system given the team's overall performance. Ahead of their upcoming game against the Dallas Cowboys, the Buccaneers need to improve their line play for a chance at victory.
- •Tristan Wirfs has an 87.5 pass-blocking grade from PFF.
- •Buccaneers have given up the most sacks in the NFL with 16.
- •Baker Mayfield has been sacked 13 times this season.
- •Team is struggling with a 0-4 record so far this season.
- •Next game is against the Dallas Cowboys.
- 7:22 AMYahoo Sports — Buccaneers Star LT Tristan Wirfs is Somehow PFF’s Highest-Graded Pass-Blocker
"Tampa’s offensive line has been terrible this season, but star LT Tristan Wirfs has remained his usual dominant self in pass-blocking.
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