Re: Official Denver Broncos Thread
^That's pretty cool about Tebow.
He could easily be celebrating with his friends and family
^That's pretty cool about Tebow.
He could easily be celebrating with his friends and family
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2010 Draft
Rd 1 - #22(22) Demaryius Thomas (WR) Ga Tech
Rd 1 - #25(25) Tim Tebow (QB) Florida
Rd 2 - #13(45) Zane Beadles (OG) Utah
Rd 3 - #16(80) J.D. Walton (C) Baylor
Rd 3 - #23(87) Eric Decker (WR) Minnesota
Rd 5 - #6(137) Perrish Cox (CB) Oklahoma St
Rd 6 - #14(183) Eric Olsen (C) Notre Dame
Rd 7 - #18(225) Syd'Quan Thompson (CB) California
Rd 7 - #25(232) Jammie Kirlew (DE) Indiana
Oline addressed, recievers addressed.
I know nothing about Cox besides he had some issues off the field?
McDaniels trusts Brannan, Green and Jamal Williams (rotating with Fields) to get the job done. Secondary still thin imo, hopefully I'm wrong.
I'm really interested in how the WR battle will turn out with Thomas, Decker, Stokely, Royal, and Gaffney.
*McDaniels traded next year pick for this year
Broncos traded a fifth-round pick in the 2011 draft to the Buccaneers to obtain the two picks, the 225th and 232nd picks of the draft.Last edited by av7; 04-24-2010, 04:27 PM.Aaron
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Mayock's live update on nfl.com
Sounds like he could be a favorite of mine. Lack of speed though as he said.Denver drafted one of my favorite players in all of college football, Syd'quan Thompson. He's one of the most physical cornerbacks I've watched on tape. He's got quick feet, he's a tough kid, and he competes on every single snap of every single game. The problem is that you can't run 4.7 or 4.75 at his size and expect the NFL to draft you high. He will compete for a roster spot because of his intangibles and his toughness. An old-time GM once told me that short and slow is bad for a CB.
McDaniels signed Akin Ayodele (Mia, ILB. 6'2, 245lbs) to a contractLast edited by av7; 04-24-2010, 04:29 PM.Aaron
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Perrish Cox could end up being a steal. He was rated 2nd on some boards.
As far as the defensive backfield, I am hoping that McBath and Brutton develop enough to contribute along with your favorite and mine, Mr. Alphonso Smith.
I love every pick, I am stoked. Decker and Thomas will be dandies. The three lineman are ready. I think Walton and one of the other two will start.Comment
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I'm still behind McDaniels. That's a pretty good Bellicheck impression he pulled in this draft.
It appears the Ravens didn't reach for corners bc some vets appear to be ready to be cut with the new crop coming in. Maybe the Broncos are planning on hitting the free agency market too. Hope it works for your sake and mine.Comment
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REALLY cool Tebow bit if that's cool.
Also, I thoroughly enjoyed watching Syd'quan Thompson play for Cal last fall. He is very dynamic and def adds youth to the aging secondary.Comment
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Turns out the world didn't end after all eh?
IMO they picked a deep threat (size and talent to possibly be a #1) WR and the best possession WR in the draft. Some help on the OL, a good underrated corner and a QB project that if works will look like one of the best moves ever.
I thought the Broncos had a VERY solid draft, yet because of the Tebow pick all you hear anybody talking about is how bad they did. I don't think Denver had any plans originally to draft Tebow, hence the Quinn move. That said I still think Quinn was a motivation pick up made to inspire Orten. I'd be surprised if Kyle wasn't the starter going into week 16 barring injury. I still think an 8-8 season could be seen as a success, we all know the Broncos are probably not going to win the Super Bowl this next season, and I don't think they plan to. I'm not suggesting they should throw games or not play hard to win, but if your team isn't good enough to actually win the Super Bowl, why not load up on high round Draft Picks while you have the opportunity?Golf: Bubba
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[QUOTE=Milbut;2040994279]This is what is driving me nuts. Everyone keeps giving them low grades, but it seems to be only because of the Tebow pick, other than that, I haven't heard anyone evaluate any other part of their draft.I thought the Broncos had a VERY solid draft, yet because of the Tebow pick all you hear anybody talking about is how bad they did.
To a point I guess I agree, I think at the point of the trade, Tebow wasn't on the radar, but it did become clear a week or two ago that McDaniels was pretty enamored with Tebow.I don't think Denver had any plans originally to draft Tebow, hence the Quinn move.
I think his thought process is pretty much what you said, it's a pick that will take a couple years to develop, but there is a chance it could turn out to be a great pick.
I still don't like taking him that high, regardless of if the Bills were planning on trading up to get him or not.
I don't mind the pick at all, just the timing.Comment
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The Tebow one is a pretty big head scratcher. But who care what the so call experts say. I think you guys have a good future. Good luck Broncos fans.Comment
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My issues remain the same and everyone knows I'm pessimistic.
QBs- 3 was enough, 4 is too many. Brandstater RIP, you got screwed.
WRs - check
Oline - check
TE - semicheck since the receiving TE is from the practice squad, not sure if he'll replace Scheffler that easily. Graham can still block, Quinn needs to learn how to since he was drafted for it.
Dline - ?
Secondary (slot) - ?. Does Ty Law have to come back
ILB- I actually think Larsen should be expected to take over for the vacant position. I know its not easy to put someone in a different spot but I would have liked the team to try Woodyard as a safety considering his size and speed but I believe he added... 15lbs from the season before McDaniels? He was playing at 215 range before.
RB can get mighty scary if either starter goes down.
8-8 is my projection for the new season. +/- 1 game and I wouldn't be surprisedLast edited by av7; 04-25-2010, 01:42 AM.Aaron
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I don't know anything about him but the Broncos signed 9 year vet Akin Ayodele today and I imagine they plan on him filling the vacancy (as much as I agree with you and would love to see Spencer fill it).
It just seems like since his signing was announced right after the draft, he was plan B...Comment
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If it was a simple as black and white we could all be NFL GM. Did the Broncos attempt to fill some needs, yup. Did they get the players they were targeting, well considering they traded all over the place I would say they were happy with the guys available when they were on the clock.
Trying to evaluate a draft after it just ended has always been silly to me. Look how many years the Lions drafted talented college players and still stunk up the NFL. Every analyst said repeatedly that a majority of the success these players have will be determined by the coaching they receive and the scheme they play in. If you look back at the last 20 years I don't think you could argue for anybody other then Peyton being the best player taken first overall in their draft. "The Great" Key wasn't even the best WR historically in his draft and no way I give you Troy Aikman over Barry Sanders. I'll sit back and wait a few years, but on the surface I think it looks pretty promising.Golf: Bubba
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Yea, that's why I don't really get involved in the whole winners and losers debates at this point.
Who would have known after the 2006 draft (Cutler, Marshall, Scheffler among others) how good it actually was?
We can evaluate this draft a few years from now.Comment
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