Injuries, inconsistent play and a floundering college football program turned former five-star recruit, Caden Sterns, into a fifth-round draft pick. Fortunately for the Denver Broncos and Sterns, the former Longhorn is on schedule to outplay his draft position and become a crucial piece for the new-look Broncos. Expectations were low for Sterns as a rookie with veterans Kareem Jackson and…
When analyzing Nik Bonitto and how his game translates to the NFL, his ability to bend and explode around the edge is usually the first thing mentioned. But while his physical and athletic profile has generated plenty of discussions, the most critical attribute of Bonitto’s may just be a single statistic. Pass rush win rate (PRWR). The NFL’s Next Gen…
The 2022 Denver Broncos’ pass rush enters a new era, with a new coaching staff and the off-season departure of multiple-notable veterans. After trading Von Miller and Shelby Harris over the last calendar year, premium resources were used on Randy Gregory and Nik Bonitto. Still, Denver’s front-seven depth will ultimately prove how successful and consistent their pass rush can be…...
George Paton’s decision to make Patrick Surtain II his first draft pick as an NFL General Manager was met with some resistance given the Broncos’ quarterback situation at this time last year. But after seeing young Surtain on the field in orange and blue as a rookie last season, it’s possible the Broncos ended up selecting a player that could…...
Entering the final season of his rookie contract, Justin Simmons timed his breakout season perfectly. The first three years of his career showed real promise as Simmons flashed natural athleticism and a tendency for making big plays. It all came together in 2019 for Simmons as he was able to put up career numbers in interceptions (four) and passes defended…...
With the second of their three third-round selections, the Denver Broncos picked one of the most NFL-ready prospects in the class, snatching up LSU center, Lloyd Cushenberry III. Cushenberry was the second-ranked center on our Big Board, carrying a second-round grade. He was also one of the most impressive performers, on and off the field, at the Senior Bowl, constantly…...
After snagging the most dynamic and versatile speed receiver of this special 2020 wide receiver class, the Denver Broncos doubled down by selecting Penn State star, K.J. Hamler. Still only 20-years old, Denver’s second-round selection (46th overall) comes as a ready-made star from one of the most entertaining and explosive offenses in the country. In truth, the Broncos aren’t even…...
There’s a new backup in town, folks. Jeff Driskel comes to Denver as a journeymen signal-caller with nothing more than second-string aspirations. But recent NFL history, unfortunately, suggests that at some point the Broncos backup will see the field. Studying tape through that lens, here’s every reason why you should be both excited and scared if Driskel were forced into…...
With the splashiest signing of the Denver Broncos’ entire offseason, John Elway and Co. snatched up running back Melvin Gordon, making him the headline acquisition of the second wave of NFL free agency. Gordon’s signing has come with a mix of excitement and skepticism that’s fitting for the mercurial talent, coming off his most disappointing season as a pro. With…...
John Elway is no stranger to fourth-quarter comebacks. With options dwindling on the open market for starting defensive lineman, old No. 7 pulled off the move his team needed by swapping a seventh-round pick for five-time Pro Bowler, Jurrell Casey. Here’s what Casey brings to the Broncos, as we went back to the tape to see why his production has…...
With the Denver Broncos’ first true free-agent signing of the 2020 season, Graham Glasgow, the Orange & Blue strengthen their struggling offensive line with the addition of a do-it-all blocker who could fill three different spots on the interior. A former Michigan standout and third-round selection, Glasgow has carved out a fine career for himself to earn his shiny new…...
The first domino to fall in the NFL offseason is the Denver Broncos trading for veteran-outside cornerback, A.J. Bouye, from the Jacksonville Jaguars, for a 2020 fourth-round pick. Bouye, paired with Bryce Callahan, will form a new duo at cornerback, a group that now will almost certainly not feature Chris Harris Jr., the final member of the No Fly Zone…...
With the Denver Broncos making an unexpected move at offensive coordinator, we dig into the tape to see what Pat Shurmur's offense looks like, how he differs from other west coast attacks and how his scheme can take Drew Lock and Denver's young offensive core to the next level.
We dig deep into the film on Drew Lock's first two NFL starts. Taking an in depth look at what has allowed the rookie to suceed early on, how replicable it is long term and what areas the young Missouri product must coninue to improve on.
In an emergency edition, we go back to our notes and give you the full breakdown on what the Denver Broncos can expect from their new starting quarterback, Brandon Allen.
From the biggest weaknesses Allen will have to overcome to why he’s such a nice fit in Rich Scangarello’s offense, we’ve got you covered.
We break down Duke Dawson, the Broncos latest trade addition, going back to his college days and his latest preseason performance to see how he fits in Vic Fangio's defense.
With a special group of edge rushers and cornerbacks, the Denver Broncos already have the making for a potentially elite pass defense. The missing piece is increased depth among both units, which is why we went back to the tape to analyze some of the most intriguing contributors on the second unit and beyond.
Denver Broncos 2019 first-round pick Noah Fant isn't a conventional in-line tight end but his skill set and appeal, in Rich Scangarello's new scheme, is easy to see with a blueprint rooted in the otherworldly production of another Iowa tight end who dominated the NFL in 2018.
Vic Fangio is synonymous with linebackers, building his reputation on coaching some of the best second-level units in recent NFL history. Fangio hasn’t just coached up great linebacking units, he’s built schemes around them, perfectly countering modern NFL attacks built around quick passes over the middle of the field, with rangy, athletic backers with high-end cover skills. Which is why…...
Why do the Denver Broncos have so much trust in Joe Flacco? we went back to 2014, a career year for Flacco to see how his success under then-offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak can be replicated by Rich Scangarello in 2019.
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