Development of Marcus Thomas? - The Orange Mane

bdv · 01-30-2008, 01:56 PM

In your opinion, how well did Marcus Thomas do during his first year? And most importantly, what kind of potential do you see in him?

Beantown Bronco · 01-30-2008, 02:02 PM

this seems to be a theme lately. check out this recent thread:

http://www.orangemane.com/BB/showthread.php?t=65370

sirhcyennek81 · 01-30-2008, 02:40 PM

Thomas seemed to do well, had games where you noticed 79 making plays. I think Denver got a good one there, if he continues to improve, he, Moss, Crowder and Dumervil will be a good mix of linemen to have.

CBF1 · 01-30-2008, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by bdv

In your opinion, how well did Marcus Thomas do during his first year? And most importantly, what kind of potential do you see in him?

He is the next coming

Ofcourse as my adopted Bronco, Would you expect any less

bdv · 01-30-2008, 03:00 PM

Thanks for the link, Beantown Bronco

I hope Moss has been working out his upper body while injured. His lack of strength was one of his biggest question marks coming in. His broken leg will heel, if it hasn't already, but I've always been a little uneasy about his twisted knee last training camp. I know it was said to be nothing...

I'd like to see us pick up a great round one DT this April to complete our DL. The Broncos groom their OL well, and have historically not needed high picks for this position...

TheReverend · 01-30-2008, 03:15 PM

Considering he was a larger contributor to the team than our 1st round option Justin Harrell was to his, I'd say he's on the right track.

RaiderH8r · 01-30-2008, 04:30 PM

I'd say the guy played remarkably well for a rookie one year removed from football. He'll do well with an offseason training program and a year of NFL play under his belt. Slowik would be wise to use our front 4 in a gap assignment type D and let their natural asset, quickness, put them in a position to succeed.

I'll now stop beating this drum.......
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Ahhh, who am I kidding? I won't ever stop beating this drum.

kappys · 01-30-2008, 07:10 PM

I think he's proven the ability to be a solid starter in the NFL. though he had an up and down rookie campaign, it was pretty good given the baggage he brough with him. He was the only DT last year from whom I saw any flashes of brilliant play at all. Whether he can anchor a line as a star DT remains to be seen.

Billy Clyde Puckett · 01-30-2008, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by TheReverend

Considering he was a larger contributor to the team than our 1st round option Justin Harrell was to his, I'd say he's on the right track.

Harrell was hurt most of the year.

Thomas will be OK if he can keep his head on straight

McApaOps5 · 01-30-2008, 07:48 PM

Its funny the one guy who was b****ed about after we drafted him was absolutely silent on the negativity front. But the guy we raved about for signing in Travis Henry was chock full of controversy.

CBF1 · 01-30-2008, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ApaOps5

Its funny the one guy who was b****ed about after we drafted him was absolutely silent on the negativity front. But the guy we raved about for signing in Travis Henry was chock full of controversy.

Rep'd for truth

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01-30-2008, 02:02 PM	#2
Beantown Bronco Athletic Supporter Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Mass Posts: 12,786 Adopt-a-Bronco: Matt Prater	this seems to be a theme lately. check out this recent thread: http://www.orangemane.com/BB/showthread.php?t=65370

01-30-2008, 02:40 PM	#3
sirhcyennek81 This will only hurt alot Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Florence, Colorado Posts: 12,555 Adopt-a-Bronco: All of them.	Thomas seemed to do well, had games where you noticed 79 making plays. I think Denver got a good one there, if he continues to improve, he, Moss, Crowder and Dumervil will be a good mix of linemen to have.

01-30-2008, 03:00 PM	#5
bdv Solid Starter Atheist Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 215 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	Thanks for the link, Beantown Bronco I hope Moss has been working out his upper body while injured. His lack of strength was one of his biggest question marks coming in. His broken leg will heel, if it hasn't already, but I've always been a little uneasy about his twisted knee last training camp. I know it was said to be nothing... I'd like to see us pick up a great round one DT this April to complete our DL. The Broncos groom their OL well, and have historically not needed high picks for this position...

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TheReverend 42.7% of all statistics.. ...are made up on the spot Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 16,681 Adopt-a-Bronco: Mike Shanahan	Considering he was a larger contributor to the team than our 1st round option Justin Harrell was to his, I'd say he's on the right track.

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RaiderH8r I demand accountability This...is my FANSTICK! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: On the outside looking in. Posts: 6,822 Adopt-a-Bronco: Al Wilson.still	I'd say the guy played remarkably well for a rookie one year removed from football. He'll do well with an offseason training program and a year of NFL play under his belt. Slowik would be wise to use our front 4 in a gap assignment type D and let their natural asset, quickness, put them in a position to succeed. I'll now stop beating this drum....... . . . . . . Ahhh, who am I kidding? I won't ever stop beating this drum.

01-30-2008, 07:10 PM	#8
kappys Ring of Famer “It will be of little avail to the Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 3,404	I think he's proven the ability to be a solid starter in the NFL. though he had an up and down rookie campaign, it was pretty good given the baggage he brough with him. He was the only DT last year from whom I saw any flashes of brilliant play at all. Whether he can anchor a line as a star DT remains to be seen.

01-30-2008, 07:48 PM	#10
McApaOps5 I Love Lamp Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Denver Posts: 19,627 Adopt-a-Bronco: Barrel Man	Its funny the one guy who was b****ed about after we drafted him was absolutely silent on the negativity front. But the guy we raved about for signing in Travis Henry was chock full of controversy.