Here's to Shanahan and Sundquist! - The Orange Mane

Killericon · 03-06-2007, 02:27 AM

They've traded a tackle who was going to get cut and our starting RB to aquire a Pro Bowl Cornerback, and then go out and sign a better running back. We essentially, in terms of what we have on the roster, got Dre Bly for George Foster and moving down 10 or so spots in the 5th/6th round(s).

We are spoiled rotten. I hope we can land Deon Grant and Kevin Curtis, sign a veteran backup for Jay, and, hopefully, we can nab Amobi Okoye somehow; but lets say all three of those fall through, we're still a much better team now than we were Week 16.

Here's to a fantastic start to the offseason! Here's to the best GM/HC duo in the league!

Might seem like a needless thread, but I am really ecstatic about what I've seen so far.

ro_50 · 03-06-2007, 02:29 AM

I would love for Denver to get Okoye, who prepped in my hometown of Huntsville, Ala. I've met the kid, what an articulate kid and impressive speciman for someone that young.

But I think he will be snatched up by the time Denver drafts, unless they trade up.

Vegas_Bronco · 03-06-2007, 02:47 AM

Not bad, Not bad, but we NEED more than anything a GREAT DRAFT CLASS!!!

SonOfLe-loLang · 03-06-2007, 02:55 AM

As great Okoye would be, i don't think he fits what they are trying to do. could be wrong, but i know Bates likes big DT's...Okoye barely reaches 300, if that

Kaylore · 03-06-2007, 03:00 AM

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Originally Posted by SonOfLe-loLang

As great Okoye would be, i don't think he fits what they are trying to do. could be wrong, but i know Bates likes big DT's...Okoye barely reaches 300, if that

Yeah. Bates likes size in the middle (and we really need it). He's not a good fit.

AboveAverage · 03-06-2007, 03:04 AM

Plain and simple, I love being a Broncos fan.

Odysseus · 03-06-2007, 03:07 AM

I think the Broncos whole season depends no the draft. That means they have to get lucky and find a Devon Hester type impact player. They can bring in all the right guys and still have an uphill climb.

I always enjoy Broncos off seasons.

Kaylore · 03-06-2007, 03:15 AM

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Originally Posted by quiettiger

I think the Broncos whole season depends no the draft.

I don't think any team is in that scenario... or every team is. We have some pieces, have added a few and will look to have another draft where hopefully some players pan out. Even in the unlikely event that none did, we would still field a pretty competitive team this year.

Guessed · 03-06-2007, 03:31 AM

I think after loading up on a couple stud defensive linemen and an offensive tackle and safety in the draft, they'll be set if they can nab a few steals like a Hester and Colston for good measure. This will be an awesome draft, plus they'll pick up a few eventual starters from rookie free agents like they did with Mike Bell this past year. I can't wait!

orinjkrush · 03-06-2007, 08:41 AM

we still need somebody who can pressure the qb. just remember all those games we watched where there was absolutely NO PRESSURE.

Odysseus · 03-06-2007, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Kaylore

I don't think any team is in that scenario... or every team is. We have some pieces, have added a few and will look to have another draft where hopefully some players pan out. Even in the unlikely event that none did, we would still field a pretty competitive team this year.

We always field a pretty competitive team but this team is not playoff ready unless they continue to bring in impact players. If you think the team as it stands is ready to go you are far off the mark.

HEAV · 03-06-2007, 10:02 AM

Best off-season (free agency) in the last 3 years. I still feel that they have two signings left.

The draft has our pass rusher.

broncosteven · 03-06-2007, 11:41 AM

I just hope Big Daddy does not retire & Bly does not hold out.

Other than that I am loving this offseason.

chaz · 03-06-2007, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by quiettiger

We always field a pretty competitive team but this team is not playoff ready unless they continue to bring in impact players. If you think the team as it stands is ready to go you are far off the mark.

i think we have the talent to be in the playoffs, of course a lot depends on how jay plays for an entire season, but as always in the NFL you only make it to the playoffs if you stay healthy

chaz · 03-06-2007, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by HEAV

Best off-season (free agency) in the last 3 years. I still feel that they have two signings left.

The draft has our pass rusher.

im starting to really like jarvis moss....could be special.

as for this offseason, i have to agree that we are not done yet in FA even if we dont sign graham...i think we bring in another DT and maybe look at S as well as obviously a backup qb

telluride · 03-06-2007, 12:29 PM

I was listening to The Afternoon Blitz on Sirius NFL in the car for much of yesterday, and the hosts -- Adam Schein and Solomon Wilcots -- were just creaming in their shorts about the job Shanny and Sund have done in FA and trades the last several years. "No team plays the FA game better" or words to that effect. The Travis Henry deal was sending them into orbit. It was unreal.

By the way, that Solomon Wilcots has turned into a very good radio dude.

BMF Bronco · 03-06-2007, 12:34 PM

Stink had some good things to say about the Broncos' moves thus far on ESPN this morning, said we're a way better team than last year

Atlas · 03-06-2007, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by SonOfLe-loLang

As great Okoye would be, i don't think he fits what they are trying to do. could be wrong, but i know Bates likes big DT's...Okoye barely reaches 300, if that

HE is only 19.... he will have no problem adding another 30 lbs. No problem at all.

chaz · 03-06-2007, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Atlas

HE is only 19.... he will have no problem adding another 30 lbs. No problem at all.

when you're 19 you're done growing vertically, and he is what...6'0" maybe? he doesnt have a huge frame to add weight to. i know he's talented but asking someone that short to add weight...he wont be able to carry it well.

Cito Pelon · 03-06-2007, 01:16 PM

I like the Bly trade. On paper, I think there's potential for that getting at least one more W during the reg season than without him. Foster and Bell just weren't contributing all that much to the team, and probably could have been cut without any noticeable difference. Adding Henry isn't all that exciting to me, but he's a decent back that has scored 13 rushing TD's at least once, and that's a big deal.

Between Bly and Henry the cap went up significantly, but Champ restructured, bless his soul, and I guess Jake retiring gives some cap room

?
Anybody heard if Rod restructured?

Dudeskey · 03-06-2007, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Vegas_Bronco

Not bad, Not bad, but we NEED more than anything a GREAT DRAFT CLASS!!!

For sure... here's hoping for a great draft (crosses fingers)

03-06-2007, 02:27 AM	#1
Killericon YES A DT!!!!!! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: From Calgary, in Halifax for School Posts: 7,730 Adopt-a-Bronco: watermock	Here's to Shanahan and Sundquist! They've traded a tackle who was going to get cut and our starting RB to aquire a Pro Bowl Cornerback, and then go out and sign a better running back. We essentially, in terms of what we have on the roster, got Dre Bly for George Foster and moving down 10 or so spots in the 5th/6th round(s). We are spoiled rotten. I hope we can land Deon Grant and Kevin Curtis, sign a veteran backup for Jay, and, hopefully, we can nab Amobi Okoye somehow; but lets say all three of those fall through, we're still a much better team now than we were Week 16. Here's to a fantastic start to the offseason! Here's to the best GM/HC duo in the league! Might seem like a needless thread, but I am really ecstatic about what I've seen so far.

03-06-2007, 01:16 PM	#20
Cito Pelon Attack at all times . . . Happy dog at the Divide Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: AFC West Championshipville Posts: 15,194 Adopt-a-Bronco: Elvis	I like the Bly trade. On paper, I think there's potential for that getting at least one more W during the reg season than without him. Foster and Bell just weren't contributing all that much to the team, and probably could have been cut without any noticeable difference. Adding Henry isn't all that exciting to me, but he's a decent back that has scored 13 rushing TD's at least once, and that's a big deal. Between Bly and Henry the cap went up significantly, but Champ restructured, bless his soul, and I guess Jake retiring gives some cap room? Anybody heard if Rod restructured?

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03-06-2007, 02:29 AM	#2
ro_50 Ring of Famer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Somewhere in Jersey Posts: 3,782	I would love for Denver to get Okoye, who prepped in my hometown of Huntsville, Ala. I've met the kid, what an articulate kid and impressive speciman for someone that young. But I think he will be snatched up by the time Denver drafts, unless they trade up.

03-06-2007, 02:47 AM	#3
Vegas_Bronco Ring of Famer Fear is a lack of preparation. Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: 63 Yards Out Posts: 4,029 Adopt-a-Bronco: 1 Elam 1	Not bad, Not bad, but we NEED more than anything a GREAT DRAFT CLASS!!!

03-06-2007, 02:55 AM	#4
SonOfLe-loLang Young Buck Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 13,219 Adopt-a-Bronco: Thunder (RIP)	As great Okoye would be, i don't think he fits what they are trying to do. could be wrong, but i know Bates likes big DT's...Okoye barely reaches 300, if that

03-06-2007, 03:04 AM	#6
AboveAverage Master Baiter Eh? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Topeka, KS Posts: 1,476	Plain and simple, I love being a Broncos fan.

03-06-2007, 03:07 AM	#7
Odysseus Fan of the home team Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Durango, Colorado Posts: 12,107 Adopt-a-Bronco: Mark Schlereth	I think the Broncos whole season depends no the draft. That means they have to get lucky and find a Devon Hester type impact player. They can bring in all the right guys and still have an uphill climb. I always enjoy Broncos off seasons.

03-06-2007, 03:31 AM	#9
Guessed Solid Starter New to the Forum Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 126 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	I think after loading up on a couple stud defensive linemen and an offensive tackle and safety in the draft, they'll be set if they can nab a few steals like a Hester and Colston for good measure. This will be an awesome draft, plus they'll pick up a few eventual starters from rookie free agents like they did with Mike Bell this past year. I can't wait!

03-06-2007, 08:41 AM	#10
orinjkrush ... Prospects for the future... Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: DistrictOfCorruption Posts: 4,914 Adopt-a-Bronco: Ben Garland	we still need somebody who can pressure the qb. just remember all those games we watched where there was absolutely NO PRESSURE.

03-06-2007, 10:02 AM	#12
HEAV Ring of Famer It's about the Team Join Date: May 2003 Location: The Ville Posts: 12,077 Adopt-a-Bronco: Brian Dawkins	Best off-season (free agency) in the last 3 years. I still feel that they have two signings left. The draft has our pass rusher.

03-06-2007, 11:41 AM	#13
broncosteven The Kranz Dictum MWA: Flight Director Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Tranquility Base Posts: 29,036 Adopt-a-Bronco: MONEYBALL #38	I just hope Big Daddy does not retire & Bly does not hold out. Other than that I am loving this offseason.

03-06-2007, 12:29 PM	#16
telluride Ring of Famer Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 2,557 Adopt-a-Bronco: --Rulon!--	I was listening to The Afternoon Blitz on Sirius NFL in the car for much of yesterday, and the hosts -- Adam Schein and Solomon Wilcots -- were just creaming in their shorts about the job Shanny and Sund have done in FA and trades the last several years. "No team plays the FA game better" or words to that effect. The Travis Henry deal was sending them into orbit. It was unreal. By the way, that Solomon Wilcots has turned into a very good radio dude.

03-06-2007, 12:34 PM	#17
BMF Bronco Offseason sucks... Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bozeman, MT Posts: 11,724 Adopt-a-Bronco: ME	Stink had some good things to say about the Broncos' moves thus far on ESPN this morning, said we're a way better team than last year