The Broncos defeated the 49ers on Saturday night 19-12 in Week 3 of the preseason. The Broncos are 3-0 as they head to their final preseason game next week against Arizona, and then the cuts will be made the 53 man roster will be set and all eyes will be focused on the opener in Baltimore. A few things I want to point out about what I have seen so far this preseason.
1) I wouldn't really make a lot out of the fact that Peyton Manning and the Broncos first offense only produced two field goals in the two games they played in preseason. Remember, it is only preseason. There really isn't any scheming or game-planning going on. Everyone needs to relax and wait for the regular season and real games to start criticizing the offense. Manning and Gary Kubiak will find a way to make this offense work-there is too much talent on both ends for it not to be effective.
2) The only thing with Manning I would worry about is the fact that he had Demaryius Thomas open twice on fade routes against SF and he under threw him both times. One was intercepted and the other almost was picked off. I would worry a little bit about that. Is Manning going to make more and more of these mistakes for the simple fact that he is 39 years old? We'll see, but that would have me worried more than anything else.
3) The Broncos defense was stout all preseason. You definitely get a sense that Wade Phillips will be able to bring out the best in this group. I know it is only preseason, but the Denver defense didn't allow a touchdown in their meaningful snaps. This could be the strength of our team this year.
Sunday, August 30, 2015
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
Broncos Sign Evan Mathis to 1-year Deal
The Broncos and John Elway needed a little more veteran reinforcement on their offensive line, and they did that by adding LG Evan Mathis. He signed a 1-year deal for $2.5 million. Mathis will most likely come in and start right away at left guard. The Broncos now have added the best available offensive lineman to their young unit. This was a great move by the Broncos and Mathis even took less money to come to a team that he felt was a contender.
Sunday, August 16, 2015
Thoughts on Broncos Preseason Win Over Seattle
The Broncos opened up the preseason with a 22-20 win over the Seahawks in Seattle on Friday night. I don't ever get excited about preseason, and I really believe you can't take anything seriously from the preseason, but I'll give you three thoughts on what stood out from the game……
1) Brock Osweiler started in place of Peyton Manning and played the entire first half. He finished 10-15 for 150 yards and a touchdown. I thought overall he looked solid. He made some nice throws and missed on some other ones. It was the most evidence we have seen of him since he was drafted in 2012, and at least you got to see some of his skill set. It was a good night for him.
2) Von Miller and the Broncos pass rush looked impressive. Miller strip sacked Russell Wilson on the second play of the game. Shane Ray was constantly getting pressures, and Shaq Barrett and Kenny Anniuke really stood out at various points in the game.
3) The focus was on the Broncos offensive line and Ty Sambraillo struggled a little bit at times. It was hard to tell how well they were doing because Seattle's first defense was missing some key guys. The group settled down and played well after the first series, but this is going to be an up and down transition for a large part of the preseason and into the first game of the regular season.
1) Brock Osweiler started in place of Peyton Manning and played the entire first half. He finished 10-15 for 150 yards and a touchdown. I thought overall he looked solid. He made some nice throws and missed on some other ones. It was the most evidence we have seen of him since he was drafted in 2012, and at least you got to see some of his skill set. It was a good night for him.
2) Von Miller and the Broncos pass rush looked impressive. Miller strip sacked Russell Wilson on the second play of the game. Shane Ray was constantly getting pressures, and Shaq Barrett and Kenny Anniuke really stood out at various points in the game.
3) The focus was on the Broncos offensive line and Ty Sambraillo struggled a little bit at times. It was hard to tell how well they were doing because Seattle's first defense was missing some key guys. The group settled down and played well after the first series, but this is going to be an up and down transition for a large part of the preseason and into the first game of the regular season.
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