Justin Pugh sees himself 'in driver's seat' for new deal Published: May 21, 2017 at 07:52 AM is entering the final year of his rookie deal, and the offensive lineman is ready to enjoy the benefits of a new cash flow. "I'm sitting in the driver's seat," regarding his contract situation. Pugh was Pro Football Focus' No. 13- KZ Okpala Jersey ranked guard out of 77 qualifiers last season. A first-round pick Denzel Curry Jersey in the 2013 , he's suited up at both tackle and guard positions along New York's offensive line in his first four seasons in the league. "I've played good football," he said. "I know how important this year is for me. I think this is the best team I've been on, so I think the sky's the limit for the team and myself." While the will have lofty expectations after another busy offseason, Pugh anchors an offensive line . Big Blue is hoping that third-year linemen Breein Tyree Jersey and can each take a big step forward at the tackle spots. If either struggle, Pugh's versatility could be in play. Unfortunately for the fifth-year guard, he's had trouble staying healthy. Pugh mi sed five contests last season with a sprained MCL. He hasn't played in all 16 games since his rookie year in 2013. If Pugh can stay off the injury report this upcoming season, he could potentially have a juicy reward waiting in the wings. A few guards have gotten paid this offseason to stay with their team. The gave , while the shelled out a . Pugh is hoping to follow a similar path. "Trust Chris Silva Jersey me, I noticed," Pugh said. "Some of the guards are really good players who have not made Pro Bowls, guys that have mi sed significant time and have gotten paid a lot of money. I know where I sit in that hierarchy. I also know the need to do right by me, too. "I've gone out there and done everything LeBron James Jersey they've ever asked me to do. So I know my worth. I'm going to go out there and play my best season of football and hopefully the say, 'Let's pay him what he deserves.'" This article has been reproduced in a new format and may be mi sing content or contain faulty links. Please use the Contact Us link in our site footer to report an i sue.