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OOJack · 07-23-2008, 01:17 PM

NFL Predictions: Denver Broncos AFC West Preview
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Written by Matt Foust
Tuesday, 22 July 2008
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The Denver Broncos have no doubt enjoyed their quite off season. The current legal troubles of wide receiver Brandon Marshall aside, they do not compare to the tragedy the team endured last year when cornerback Darrent Williams was killed in a drive by shooting and running back Damian Nash died suddenly in a charity basketball game. This year the team just needs to regroup from a poor 7-9 finish to the 2007 season. NFL Betting odds at Sportsbook.com have the Broncos at 22-1 odds to win the AFC Championship.

Without question the feeble production of the Denver offense last year was both a surpNFL Predictions: Denver Broncos AFC West Previewrise and disappointment to coaches, fans, and players alike. Jay Cutler performed reasonably well in his second season, but he did not have the type of breakout year that everyone expected. The team certainly moved the ball under his direction, but all the yardage they amassed did not translate into points. On the season, Denver ranked just 21st in points per game at an average of 20.00.

In the off season the club cut Javon Walker, but they did sign veteran receivers Darrell Jackson and Samie Parker. Cutler's favorite target, though, will be the aforementioned Brandon Marshall. In 2007 Marshall lit up opposing secondaries for 102 catches and seven touchdowns. Assuming he is not suspended, he is likely to post some gaudy numbers again.

Leading the Broncos stable of running backs will be second year player Selvin Young. As an undrafted free agent, Young shocked everyone by rushing for nearly 800 yards and averaging 5.2 yards per carry. The ground game, which compiled 122 yards per game in 2007, should be just as effective in 2008.

As disappointing as the Bronco offense was, the defense was even more lackluster. Head Coach Mike Shanahan had a hectic off season trying to shore up a unit that allowed 25.6 points per game in 2007. The team drafted four defensive players and also signed five defensive free agents. Among those signed were linebacker Boss Bailey (Champ's younger brother), former Jet DT Dwayne Robertson, and former Charger safety Marlon McCree.

Despite the horrendous number of points given up, the Bronco defense did have a few bright spots. They ranked seventh in the league in passing yards allowed at 193.4 and they also recorded 33 sacks -- a tally good for 16th best.

It should also be noted that the Broncos lost long time kicker and clutch artist Jason Elam to the Falcons in the off season.

NFL Betting odds at Sportsbook.com are giving Denver 9-2 odds to win the AFC West, and 50-1 odds to win the Super Bowl.

Prediction: 2nd Place AFC West

broncofan2438 · 07-23-2008, 05:46 PM

22-1 odds?

wolf754life · 07-23-2008, 06:14 PM

50-1 odds to win the Super Bowl

ludo21 · 07-23-2008, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wolf754life

50-1 odds to win the Super Bowl

So your telling me theirs a chance!

Dedhed · 07-23-2008, 07:21 PM

Was this written by someone's kid for a 6th grade english assignment?

tsiguy96 · 07-23-2008, 07:39 PM

50-1 odds is too good to pass up. gonna bet 10 bucks on the broncos

telluride · 07-23-2008, 08:18 PM

Here are my much shorter AFCW predictions:

SD: worse than people expect. still, playoffs
Denver: better than people expect. playoffs
KC: about what people expect. still bad.
Oak: worse than people expect. very bad.

07-23-2008, 01:17 PM	#1
OOJack Orange Crush You! Go Broncos Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Denver Posts: 439 Adopt-a-Bronco: Plummer	Article - NFL Predictions: Denver Broncos AFC West Preview NFL Predictions: Denver Broncos AFC West Preview http://point-spreads.com/football/07...t-preview.html Written by Matt Foust Tuesday, 22 July 2008 College Football Picks The Denver Broncos have no doubt enjoyed their quite off season. The current legal troubles of wide receiver Brandon Marshall aside, they do not compare to the tragedy the team endured last year when cornerback Darrent Williams was killed in a drive by shooting and running back Damian Nash died suddenly in a charity basketball game. This year the team just needs to regroup from a poor 7-9 finish to the 2007 season. NFL Betting odds at Sportsbook.com have the Broncos at 22-1 odds to win the AFC Championship. Without question the feeble production of the Denver offense last year was both a surpNFL Predictions: Denver Broncos AFC West Previewrise and disappointment to coaches, fans, and players alike. Jay Cutler performed reasonably well in his second season, but he did not have the type of breakout year that everyone expected. The team certainly moved the ball under his direction, but all the yardage they amassed did not translate into points. On the season, Denver ranked just 21st in points per game at an average of 20.00. In the off season the club cut Javon Walker, but they did sign veteran receivers Darrell Jackson and Samie Parker. Cutler's favorite target, though, will be the aforementioned Brandon Marshall. In 2007 Marshall lit up opposing secondaries for 102 catches and seven touchdowns. Assuming he is not suspended, he is likely to post some gaudy numbers again. Leading the Broncos stable of running backs will be second year player Selvin Young. As an undrafted free agent, Young shocked everyone by rushing for nearly 800 yards and averaging 5.2 yards per carry. The ground game, which compiled 122 yards per game in 2007, should be just as effective in 2008. As disappointing as the Bronco offense was, the defense was even more lackluster. Head Coach Mike Shanahan had a hectic off season trying to shore up a unit that allowed 25.6 points per game in 2007. The team drafted four defensive players and also signed five defensive free agents. Among those signed were linebacker Boss Bailey (Champ's younger brother), former Jet DT Dwayne Robertson, and former Charger safety Marlon McCree. Despite the horrendous number of points given up, the Bronco defense did have a few bright spots. They ranked seventh in the league in passing yards allowed at 193.4 and they also recorded 33 sacks -- a tally good for 16th best. It should also be noted that the Broncos lost long time kicker and clutch artist Jason Elam to the Falcons in the off season. NFL Betting odds at Sportsbook.com are giving Denver 9-2 odds to win the AFC West, and 50-1 odds to win the Super Bowl. Prediction: 2nd Place AFC West

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07-23-2008, 05:46 PM	#2
broncofan2438 Faneco this... LETS TAKE BACK THE AFC WEST Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: California Posts: 6,302 Adopt-a-Bronco: ERIC DECKER	22-1 odds?

07-23-2008, 06:14 PM	#3
wolf754life Bleed Orange and Blue more scoring + more tackling = $$$ Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 1,776	50-1 odds to win the Super Bowl

07-23-2008, 07:21 PM	#5
Dedhed Ring of Famer Fare thee well Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Earth Posts: 9,707 Adopt-a-Bronco: Elvis	Was this written by someone's kid for a 6th grade english assignment?

07-23-2008, 07:39 PM	#6
tsiguy96 Ring of Famer New to the Forum Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 12,559 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	50-1 odds is too good to pass up. gonna bet 10 bucks on the broncos

07-23-2008, 08:18 PM	#7
telluride Ring of Famer Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 2,557 Adopt-a-Bronco: --Rulon!--	Here are my much shorter AFCW predictions: SD: worse than people expect. still, playoffs Denver: better than people expect. playoffs KC: about what people expect. still bad. Oak: worse than people expect. very bad.