Von Miller Jersey , but getting clues about their vision for the team is taking some shape after Wednesday’s press conferences."WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Broncos NewsBroncos Free AgencyBroncos DraftBroncos PodcastsBroncos 2019 ScheduleKey Offseason DatesCommunity RulesFull ArchiveBroncos StoriesScheduleRosterStatsOdds Shop About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub 鉁旴reaking NewsBroncos 2019 Draft Class Announced脳Broncos Draft 20194 takeaways from Elway, Fangio comments at the NFL CombineNew,109commentsReading into coach/GM-speak isn’t a great idea, but getting clues about their vision for the team is taking some shape after Wednesday’s press conferences.MSTShareTweetShareShare4 takeaways from Elway, Fangio comments at the NFL Combinedenverbroncos.comVic Fangio told the media in his Combine news conference yesterday that Broncos have “enough needs on both sides of the ball” that the new coach doesn’t see the team emphasizing one particular need for the draft.“I don’t think we need to be drafting for need or considering that right now,” Fangio said. “Overall, I think the Draft will play itself out with the best player available.”Not that this is new nor particularly useful for drawing conclusions based on a PR-contrived event like the NFL Combine press conference.But it still gives us some insight into the line the Broncos’ line of thinking heading into the draft and following free agency.So here are four takeaways based on yesterday’s comments from John Elway and Fangio at the NFL Combine:Not trigger-happy for QB in first round In a subtle way, Fangio’s best player available revelation just told us the Broncos are aiming for Devin White.JUST KIDDING! (sorry, that was me projecting, not predicting).But seriously, it does hint that Elway and Fangio are leaning toward not worrying about a quarterback in the first round of this year’s draft and instead picking from the defensive spoils that await via linebacker or cornerback.Both Fangio and Elway refused to bite on questions related to Broncos signing Joe Flacco when free agency officially opens March 13, but Elway offered some typical “GM-speak” by indicating he is still evaluating the current class.“We’re still in the process of studying them. We’ll keep looking at them,” Elway said, adding that despite the public and pundit excitement over next year’s QB class, the GM is trying to stay in 2019. “We’re going to spend the time on this year’s class and see where we come out on that. I think there’s some good players in this draft too.”Elway gave a few other hints too, including that Kyler Murray doesn’t seem to be a major consideration. The 5-foot-10 star athlete from Oklahoma has “the ability to be a great player,” according to the GM, and if he’s playing out of the shotgun most of the time height isn’t necessarily a factor.But since Elway would prefer a quarterback who can also play under center, Murray’s skill set probably doesn’t fit the bill.“I think it helps the running game,” Elway said. “I think you can only do so much in shotgun in the running game, and I think being underneath the center, if you want to run the football and have balance, you’ve got to be able to be underneath the center. Because when it comes down to the running game, that’s where it helps you. So, that’s why to me, it’s important if you want to have balance, you’ve got to be able to go under the center, too.”Wanted: Cornerback help for Chris Harris Jr.Elway definitely indicated cornerback will be a main target - not just in the draft but certainly including it - and the primary goal through either is some help for Chris Harris Jr.“Obviously, we know with Chris coming back that we’ve got a solid No. 1,” Elway said. “We’ve just got to find some depth there and find a [No.] 2.”Since the Broncos are going to let Bradley Roby test free agency
DeMarcus Ware Jersey , Elway will likely be looking to free agency to find Harris Jr. another experienced counterpart while picking through a strong crop in the draft for depth.Fangio also praised his veteran corner heading into his ninth season and noted a need to use him more given his athleticism and talent.”Just mixing things up,” Fangio said of how to help Harris make more plays. “Give him the ability to play multiple coverages because he’s an experienced and savvy guy. I think he can excel in that way.”In his eight NFL seasons as a Bronco, the undrafted free agent has totaled 462 tackles, 4.5 sacks, 83 pass deflections, 19 interceptions and four defensive touchdowns in his career.Offensive line still in fluxAlthough the Broncos are letting Matt Paradis test the free agent market, both Elway and Fangio expressed hope that the All-Pro center may still end up in Denver.Coming off a broken fibula, Paradis’ “market value” may be in question for other teams, so the Broncos may still get to keep the best thing going for this line the last four years.“We’ve told him [Matt] that we would like to have him back, but he’s coming off of a pretty significant injury. We have to evaluate that process,” Elway noted. “Matt has been a great warrior for us for four years. But obviously, with the injury that he did have, that changes the thought process. We’ll have to see where that falls.”But Elway indicated they are “trying to get something done” with Billy Turner and Jared Veldheer but it’s a situation in flux.“Those are all what we’re going through right now is solving those issues and see where we’re going to end up on the offensive line.” Elway said, noting Ron Leary is coming back from an Achilles injury and Paradis is still a possibility but also coming off injury, so “those are all the scenarios that we’re going through right now.”Part of Elway’s issue is waiting to see where the market is for guys like Paradis and Veldheer.“Yeah, there’s no question. I’d love to bring all our guys back, but there’s only so much we can do,” he said. “That’s why - until you get to the market and see where everything is - that’s where everything becomes realistic. We can talk about it and evaluate and say what we’d like right now, but until we see what’s out there and what’s involved, it’s hard to be concrete with which direction.”Looking for love [TEs] in all the wrong placesElway noted that the Broncos “have been trying to address” the tight end position every year - and without actually saying it - acknowledged that they have yet to be successful at doing that.But the GM also pointed out why this seems to be the case - not a lot to choose from unless you’re just looking for a pass-catcher.“That’s a tough position now, especially when you’re talking about an in-line guy that is a blocker but can also be a good pass receiver,” Elway said. “We don’t have a lot of in-line guys coming out of college like we used to because of what they’re doing in college ball opening things up, and there’s more receivers coming out of college. It’s much more difficult finding the in-line tight ends than it’s ever been.”Horse Tracks - docllv’s pick of the dayRing of Famer Rich ‘Tombstone’ Jackson’s journey from Southern University to Black College Football Hall of FameJackson was officially inducted on Feb. 16, and he looked back this week on his time at Southern University.Horse TracksBroncos coach Vic Fangio on adding players familiar with him? "Overrated"The Broncos need help at cornerback and maybe safety.Elway prefers Keenum returns, as backup QBHe couldn't talk about the deal for quarterback Joe Flacco on Wednesday, but Broncos general manager John Elway did talk about Case Keenum, saying his "preference" was to have the QB return as the backup.Vic Fangio's search for players goes beyond measurablesAs he evaluates returning players, potential free agents and draft prospects, new Head Coach Vic Fangio knows that he has a team "in transition." But that doesn't mean his Broncos can't be in win-now mode.Roquan Smith 2.0? LB Devin White could be 'big-time difference maker' for BroncosNFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah weighed in on the potential top-10 pick.Chiefs engaging in trade talks for OLB Justin Houston - NFL.comThe Chiefs have engaged in trade talks involving outside linebacker Justin Houston, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports
Shannon Sharpe Jersey , with several teams expressing interest in acquiring the former All-Pro.Former Bengals CB Adam Jones arrested at Indiana casino - NFL.comFormer Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones has been arrested and jailed after an incident at a southeastern Indiana casino.2019 NFL Draft: Every pick, top needs for all 32 teams - NFL.comHave a look at which 2019 NFL Draft picks your team holds, as well as the top needs for every club heading into the NFL Scouting Combine.Mayock: Raiders have 'huge challenge' in AFC West - NFL.comNew Oakland Raiders general manager Mike Mayock knows his team has a steep hill to climb to pass the Denver Broncos, Los Angeles Chargers, and Kansas City Chiefs.'Pacman' Jones arrested at Indiana casinoNFL veteran Adam 'Pacman' Jones was charged with public intoxication, disorderly conduct, intimidation and resisting arrest at an Indiana casino early Wednesday morning. The Broncos have brought in a head coach that will crack the whip but they still need a player to push his peers to the limits. Who should that leader be?"WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Broncos NewsBroncos Free AgencyBroncos DraftBroncos PodcastsBroncos 2019 ScheduleKey Offseason DatesCommunity RulesFull ArchiveBroncos StoriesScheduleRosterStatsOdds Shop About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub 鉁旴reaking NewsBroncos 2019 Draft Class Announced脳Broncos podcastsThe Broncos need a QB that will be a vocal leaderNew,27commentsThe Broncos have brought in a head coach that will crack the whip but they still need a player to push his peers to the limits. Who should that leader be?MSTShareTweetShareShareThe Broncos need a QB that will be a vocal leader(Note: My original post suggesting that Bo Levi Mitchell be a part of the 2019 Broncos QB discussion was scrubbed after Mitchell re-signed yesterday with Calgary of the CFL)I recently read a great article about the Denver Nuggets (by Harrison Wind of BSN Denver) that detailed the atmosphere inside the locker room and the great leadership they have gotten from a guy who hasn’t played one second on the court in 2018/19.Isaiah Thomas has brought life and heart to the second youngest team in the NBA and he has been credited for a being a big part of their success so far this season. We’ve seen the effects that great leadership has had on the Denver Broncos in the recent past and even more obviously and recently the effects of bad leadership. A team that was disciplined and professional during the tenure of Peyton Manning and Demarcus Ware turned into a zoo under the direction of first-time head coach, Vance Joseph. Fortunately it seems that the Broncos have taken first step in rebuilding a solid locker room with the hiring of veteran, no-nonsense coach, Vic Fangio. Fangio is well known as a man who speaks his mind and doesn’t allow garbage to go on among the players he is in charge of. His “death by inches” term has even been turned into a T-shirt and the Broncos players seem to now be aware that the time for messing around is over. Unfortunately though, the accountability and even maturity of a locker room can not just fall onto the coaches’ shoulders. For the Nuggets, Michael Malone struggled as the coach to bring the right level of effort and attention mixed with the joy of playing stress-free basketball to his team. Even with veterans and an All-Star he needed someone to gel things together. He needed a player to come in and be that voice and example of hard work and accountability that many young men (and old) need to have before their eyes.The Broncos needed the same X-factor to return to glory behind the leadership of Manning and Ware. The question is, where will they find that leadership now?Many believe that Von Miller is the voice and role model of the Denver locker room but recent facts don’t point strongly to that being the case. He’s a great player and a good man but during his time as the leader of the team, there have been drunken parties, chaotic locker rooms and players constantly complaining about their coaches to the media. That never happened in the time of Peyton and it seems clear that the team needs to find a new Sheriff. There needs to be a change in the culture and though it has already started with the coaches and some might say with the 2018 draft, it can’t stop there.Elway and company must bring in players with high motors, high football IQs and a good locker room morality. As long as they don’t get in trouble with the law off the field, their morality only needs to be exemplary while at work. They need to know when to show up on time, when to shut up and when to ask questions. They should be doers not whiners and they should want above all to be a Bronco. For me, this rules out Antonio Brown as an option. For a fractured group of men the last thing you need to add is a diva wide receiver who will make it all about “me” and not about the team. They should draft guys who are addicted to the game and not just in it for the paycheck. Their 2018 rookie class seems to be a wonderful group of young men who are smart, gritty and willing to do anything to win with the Denver Broncos. Now the front office is tasked with finding bringing in whatever quarterback can be the best face of the team and the best role model for an organization and a city that ask an awful lot of the man behind center. MHR Radio is now on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Acast,Stitcher,TuneIn and anywhere else you get your podcasts. Please subscribe to the one that fits your fancy, and also rate and review what you hear.
Von Miller Jersey , but getting clues about their vision for the team is taking some shape after Wednesday’s press conferences."WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Broncos NewsBroncos Free AgencyBroncos DraftBroncos PodcastsBroncos 2019 ScheduleKey Offseason DatesCommunity RulesFull ArchiveBroncos StoriesScheduleRosterStatsOdds Shop About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub 鉁旴reaking NewsBroncos 2019 Draft Class Announced脳Broncos Draft 20194 takeaways from Elway, Fangio comments at the NFL CombineNew,109commentsReading into coach/GM-speak isn’t a great idea, but getting clues about their vision for the team is taking some shape after Wednesday’s press conferences.MSTShareTweetShareShare4 takeaways from Elway, Fangio comments at the NFL Combinedenverbroncos.comVic Fangio told the media in his Combine news conference yesterday that Broncos have “enough needs on both sides of the ball” that the new coach doesn’t see the team emphasizing one particular need for the draft.“I don’t think we need to be drafting for need or considering that right now,” Fangio said. “Overall, I think the Draft will play itself out with the best player available.”Not that this is new nor particularly useful for drawing conclusions based on a PR-contrived event like the NFL Combine press conference.But it still gives us some insight into the line the Broncos’ line of thinking heading into the draft and following free agency.So here are four takeaways based on yesterday’s comments from John Elway and Fangio at the NFL Combine:Not trigger-happy for QB in first round In a subtle way, Fangio’s best player available revelation just told us the Broncos are aiming for Devin White.JUST KIDDING! (sorry, that was me projecting, not predicting).But seriously, it does hint that Elway and Fangio are leaning toward not worrying about a quarterback in the first round of this year’s draft and instead picking from the defensive spoils that await via linebacker or cornerback.Both Fangio and Elway refused to bite on questions related to Broncos signing Joe Flacco when free agency officially opens March 13, but Elway offered some typical “GM-speak” by indicating he is still evaluating the current class.“We’re still in the process of studying them. We’ll keep looking at them,” Elway said, adding that despite the public and pundit excitement over next year’s QB class, the GM is trying to stay in 2019. “We’re going to spend the time on this year’s class and see where we come out on that. I think there’s some good players in this draft too.”Elway gave a few other hints too, including that Kyler Murray doesn’t seem to be a major consideration. The 5-foot-10 star athlete from Oklahoma has “the ability to be a great player,” according to the GM, and if he’s playing out of the shotgun most of the time height isn’t necessarily a factor.But since Elway would prefer a quarterback who can also play under center, Murray’s skill set probably doesn’t fit the bill.“I think it helps the running game,” Elway said. “I think you can only do so much in shotgun in the running game, and I think being underneath the center, if you want to run the football and have balance, you’ve got to be able to be underneath the center. Because when it comes down to the running game, that’s where it helps you. So, that’s why to me, it’s important if you want to have balance, you’ve got to be able to go under the center, too.”Wanted: Cornerback help for Chris Harris Jr.Elway definitely indicated cornerback will be a main target - not just in the draft but certainly including it - and the primary goal through either is some help for Chris Harris Jr.“Obviously, we know with Chris coming back that we’ve got a solid No. 1,” Elway said. “We’ve just got to find some depth there and find a [No.] 2.”Since the Broncos are going to let Bradley Roby test free agency DeMarcus Ware Jersey , Elway will likely be looking to free agency to find Harris Jr. another experienced counterpart while picking through a strong crop in the draft for depth.Fangio also praised his veteran corner heading into his ninth season and noted a need to use him more given his athleticism and talent.”Just mixing things up,” Fangio said of how to help Harris make more plays. “Give him the ability to play multiple coverages because he’s an experienced and savvy guy. I think he can excel in that way.”In his eight NFL seasons as a Bronco, the undrafted free agent has totaled 462 tackles, 4.5 sacks, 83 pass deflections, 19 interceptions and four defensive touchdowns in his career.Offensive line still in fluxAlthough the Broncos are letting Matt Paradis test the free agent market, both Elway and Fangio expressed hope that the All-Pro center may still end up in Denver.Coming off a broken fibula, Paradis’ “market value” may be in question for other teams, so the Broncos may still get to keep the best thing going for this line the last four years.“We’ve told him [Matt] that we would like to have him back, but he’s coming off of a pretty significant injury. We have to evaluate that process,” Elway noted. “Matt has been a great warrior for us for four years. But obviously, with the injury that he did have, that changes the thought process. We’ll have to see where that falls.”But Elway indicated they are “trying to get something done” with Billy Turner and Jared Veldheer but it’s a situation in flux.“Those are all what we’re going through right now is solving those issues and see where we’re going to end up on the offensive line.” Elway said, noting Ron Leary is coming back from an Achilles injury and Paradis is still a possibility but also coming off injury, so “those are all the scenarios that we’re going through right now.”Part of Elway’s issue is waiting to see where the market is for guys like Paradis and Veldheer.“Yeah, there’s no question. I’d love to bring all our guys back, but there’s only so much we can do,” he said. “That’s why - until you get to the market and see where everything is - that’s where everything becomes realistic. We can talk about it and evaluate and say what we’d like right now, but until we see what’s out there and what’s involved, it’s hard to be concrete with which direction.”Looking for love [TEs] in all the wrong placesElway noted that the Broncos “have been trying to address” the tight end position every year - and without actually saying it - acknowledged that they have yet to be successful at doing that.But the GM also pointed out why this seems to be the case - not a lot to choose from unless you’re just looking for a pass-catcher.“That’s a tough position now, especially when you’re talking about an in-line guy that is a blocker but can also be a good pass receiver,” Elway said. “We don’t have a lot of in-line guys coming out of college like we used to because of what they’re doing in college ball opening things up, and there’s more receivers coming out of college. It’s much more difficult finding the in-line tight ends than it’s ever been.”Horse Tracks - docllv’s pick of the dayRing of Famer Rich ‘Tombstone’ Jackson’s journey from Southern University to Black College Football Hall of FameJackson was officially inducted on Feb. 16, and he looked back this week on his time at Southern University.Horse TracksBroncos coach Vic Fangio on adding players familiar with him? "Overrated"The Broncos need help at cornerback and maybe safety.Elway prefers Keenum returns, as backup QBHe couldn't talk about the deal for quarterback Joe Flacco on Wednesday, but Broncos general manager John Elway did talk about Case Keenum, saying his "preference" was to have the QB return as the backup.Vic Fangio's search for players goes beyond measurablesAs he evaluates returning players, potential free agents and draft prospects, new Head Coach Vic Fangio knows that he has a team "in transition." But that doesn't mean his Broncos can't be in win-now mode.Roquan Smith 2.0? LB Devin White could be 'big-time difference maker' for BroncosNFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah weighed in on the potential top-10 pick.Chiefs engaging in trade talks for OLB Justin Houston - NFL.comThe Chiefs have engaged in trade talks involving outside linebacker Justin Houston, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports Shannon Sharpe Jersey , with several teams expressing interest in acquiring the former All-Pro.Former Bengals CB Adam Jones arrested at Indiana casino - NFL.comFormer Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones has been arrested and jailed after an incident at a southeastern Indiana casino.2019 NFL Draft: Every pick, top needs for all 32 teams - NFL.comHave a look at which 2019 NFL Draft picks your team holds, as well as the top needs for every club heading into the NFL Scouting Combine.Mayock: Raiders have 'huge challenge' in AFC West - NFL.comNew Oakland Raiders general manager Mike Mayock knows his team has a steep hill to climb to pass the Denver Broncos, Los Angeles Chargers, and Kansas City Chiefs.'Pacman' Jones arrested at Indiana casinoNFL veteran Adam 'Pacman' Jones was charged with public intoxication, disorderly conduct, intimidation and resisting arrest at an Indiana casino early Wednesday morning. The Broncos have brought in a head coach that will crack the whip but they still need a player to push his peers to the limits. Who should that leader be?"WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Broncos NewsBroncos Free AgencyBroncos DraftBroncos PodcastsBroncos 2019 ScheduleKey Offseason DatesCommunity RulesFull ArchiveBroncos StoriesScheduleRosterStatsOdds Shop About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub 鉁旴reaking NewsBroncos 2019 Draft Class Announced脳Broncos podcastsThe Broncos need a QB that will be a vocal leaderNew,27commentsThe Broncos have brought in a head coach that will crack the whip but they still need a player to push his peers to the limits. Who should that leader be?MSTShareTweetShareShareThe Broncos need a QB that will be a vocal leader(Note: My original post suggesting that Bo Levi Mitchell be a part of the 2019 Broncos QB discussion was scrubbed after Mitchell re-signed yesterday with Calgary of the CFL)I recently read a great article about the Denver Nuggets (by Harrison Wind of BSN Denver) that detailed the atmosphere inside the locker room and the great leadership they have gotten from a guy who hasn’t played one second on the court in 2018/19.Isaiah Thomas has brought life and heart to the second youngest team in the NBA and he has been credited for a being a big part of their success so far this season. We’ve seen the effects that great leadership has had on the Denver Broncos in the recent past and even more obviously and recently the effects of bad leadership. A team that was disciplined and professional during the tenure of Peyton Manning and Demarcus Ware turned into a zoo under the direction of first-time head coach, Vance Joseph. Fortunately it seems that the Broncos have taken first step in rebuilding a solid locker room with the hiring of veteran, no-nonsense coach, Vic Fangio. Fangio is well known as a man who speaks his mind and doesn’t allow garbage to go on among the players he is in charge of. His “death by inches” term has even been turned into a T-shirt and the Broncos players seem to now be aware that the time for messing around is over. Unfortunately though, the accountability and even maturity of a locker room can not just fall onto the coaches’ shoulders. For the Nuggets, Michael Malone struggled as the coach to bring the right level of effort and attention mixed with the joy of playing stress-free basketball to his team. Even with veterans and an All-Star he needed someone to gel things together. He needed a player to come in and be that voice and example of hard work and accountability that many young men (and old) need to have before their eyes.The Broncos needed the same X-factor to return to glory behind the leadership of Manning and Ware. The question is, where will they find that leadership now?Many believe that Von Miller is the voice and role model of the Denver locker room but recent facts don’t point strongly to that being the case. He’s a great player and a good man but during his time as the leader of the team, there have been drunken parties, chaotic locker rooms and players constantly complaining about their coaches to the media. That never happened in the time of Peyton and it seems clear that the team needs to find a new Sheriff. There needs to be a change in the culture and though it has already started with the coaches and some might say with the 2018 draft, it can’t stop there.Elway and company must bring in players with high motors, high football IQs and a good locker room morality. As long as they don’t get in trouble with the law off the field, their morality only needs to be exemplary while at work. They need to know when to show up on time, when to shut up and when to ask questions. They should be doers not whiners and they should want above all to be a Bronco. For me, this rules out Antonio Brown as an option. For a fractured group of men the last thing you need to add is a diva wide receiver who will make it all about “me” and not about the team. They should draft guys who are addicted to the game and not just in it for the paycheck. Their 2018 rookie class seems to be a wonderful group of young men who are smart, gritty and willing to do anything to win with the Denver Broncos. Now the front office is tasked with finding bringing in whatever quarterback can be the best face of the team and the best role model for an organization and a city that ask an awful lot of the man behind center. MHR Radio is now on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Acast,Stitcher,TuneIn and anywhere else you get your podcasts. Please subscribe to the one that fits your fancy, and also rate and review what you hear.