Chris Lindstrom Lands Spot On ESPN’s Top 10 Interior Linemen

Rising Recognition For Atlanta’s Guard

Chris Lindstrom has emerged as a premier right guard for the Atlanta Falcons after entering the league as a first‑round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. The 29‑year‑old has logged 105 career games and already accrued four Pro Bowl selections and two appearances on the NFL Top 100 list. His consistent play has turned him into a cornerstone of one of the team’s greatest roster strengths.

The latest honor arrived courtesy of an anonymous ESPN poll of NFL executives, which ranked Lindstrom as the league’s No. 6 interior offensive lineman. This marked a dramatic rise from being unranked in 2025 and underscores the rapid trajectory of his development. The poll highlights how a player once labeled “great in the run game, average in the passing game” has fully transcended that early assessment.

An NFL coordinator said: “The rep on Lindstrom used to be ‘great in the run game, average in the passing game.’ He has overcome that billing. And some around the league believe he can handle more than what’s required of him in Atlanta. Athleticism and explosiveness — his size makes him somewhat of a specific scheme fit, but there really isn’t anyone who does a lot of the things that he can do,” an NFL coordinator said. ‘They never ask him to pull, but he would open some eyes if he did.’”

Lindstrom’s growth is reflected in tangible accolades: four Pro Bowls, two NFL Top 100 appearances, and a reputation as the beating heart of Atlanta’s front line. His durability and impact have placed the Falcons’ offensive line consistently among the top 10 units in the league. With Bill Callahan now at the helm, the line is poised to push into elite territory in the coming seasons.

The recognition also signals a bright future for a player who is already being mentioned alongside the league’s best interior blockers. Young up‑and‑comers may eventually challenge him for the title, but for now Lindstrom remains the benchmark for right guards in the NFL. As he continues to improve, Atlanta fans can expect the guard’s influence to expand both on the field and in the broader perception of the team’s offensive scheme.