2015 Week 1: Baltimore Ravens @ Denver Broncos

[ggsimmonds]

Not a good way for us to open the year. A loss is not surprising, but the manner in which it happened is a bit concerning.

[daflyboys]

Quote: Originally Posted by kehlis

I hoped before the season that Manning would retire. My reasons were confirmed today. He's still the smartest player on the field but that can only get you so far.

I hope you're correct come this Thursday night.

[Instant C1a55ic]

What a sloppy game that was. The D is going to be something special, I just hope the offense comes around. Going to be an interesting year to say the least.

Manning's arm strength looked good, not great, but good. He could have had 2-3 TD passes if he didnt overshoot.

I know "experts" and others will now begin to call his age into question and say he doesnt have it anymore, but I would love for any of you to learn an entirely new offense and get it right week 1. There will be growing pains, and a learning curve. Manning is Manning and I know Kubiak will get this team in shape.

[KG]

No one is saying anything about Denver breaking in 4 new starters on the oline, 2or 3 of them with little to no experience. That's HUGE IMO, especially when your QB isn't mobile and needs a little bit more time these days to compensate for the declining arm. Not too mention their run game seemed to suffer.

[av7]

Quote: Originally Posted by kehlis

I hoped before the season that Manning would retire. My reasons were confirmed today. He's still the smartest player on the field but that can only get you so far. The Broncos defense looked so good today. I would love to see what Osweiler could do with that offense along with their defense. The big play potential that needs to be there just isn't anymore with Manning. They were really lucky to walk out of this game with a win.

I have the same feelings. Osweiler with Kubiak's offense was something enjoyable to see during preseason. It reminded me of the Plummer days and it could really be electric with what Wade has done with the defense. Wade really had the defense attacking and it was nice to see late in the game. Last year we would have seen a soft coverage, playing 15 or 20 yards off

[Instant C1a55ic]

Brock was lighting up backups and guys that never made the team. Its 1 week, if everyone is jumping the proverbial "sinking ship" that is Manning needs to realize he will adjust, and the offense will start to take fire.

The o-line will start to gel, and that will open up the pass game. Not every team we face this year will have a pass rush. I will be in Kansas City this thursday, so here is hoping they can stomp or squeak by. If they lose to Kansas City and their pedestrian offense, then we can start to panic.

[JayBee74]

Quote: Originally Posted by Instant C1a55ic

Manning's arm strength looked good, not great, but good. He could have had 2-3 TD passes if he didnt overshoot.

Right, and Tebow and Johnny Manziel will be All Pro this year if they could just throw straighter.

I have Peyton as my fantasy QB this season, but I fear this guy doesn't have it anymore.

Quote: Originally Posted by Instant C1a55ic

The D is going to be something special, I just hope the offense comes around.

That's a strong statement. They weren't playing the 1999 Rams, but a Raven team with two inexperienced TEs, and no deep threat. Not to mention needing a blatant PI at the very end to win . Special??? 85 Bear Special? 2013 Seahawk Special? 2000 Ravens Special?

[av7]

Quote: Originally Posted by Instant C1a55ic

Brock was lighting up backups and guys that never made the team. Its 1 week, if everyone is jumping the proverbial "sinking ship" that is Manning needs to realize he will adjust, and the offense will start to take fire.

I wont speak for Kehlis but my sentiment is that Osweiler is a better fit for what Kubiak wants. Never said it was a sinking ship either.