What is an 'offensive tackle'?

What is an 'offensive tackle'?

Offensive tackle, these guys are your big boys on the line. They protect their quarterback on every play. The left tackle is considered the big time position, especially if you have a right handed quarterback. His job is to protect the quarterback's blind side. And if you notice in the NFL, usually the left tackle they talk about more than the right tackle because he is the one usually making the most money on the offensive line. He's the one protecting the quarterback on a consistent basis.