TXBRONC
04-24-2008, 09:37 PM
Here's the latest from TSN that I think you will find interesting. While we all have a pretty good why Darrell Jackson was signed this kind of fills in the picture for us. In the paragraph it mentions Marshall and I came a way the feeling that the Broncos aren't worried that his career might be in danger but that it could take longer for him to heal than what might be expected.
I also found the paragraph on Kuper interesting and as reminder Rasizer points out that even if we do draft a offensive lineman there is very good chance he will not start his first year.
http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=403667
Broncos Team Report
Posted: April 23, 2008
Lee Rasizer
For Sporting News
PERSONNEL ANALYSIS
The addition of wide receiver Darrell Jackson should have a three-fold impact. Jackson has scored 50 career TDs, which should aid a Broncos team that had major red-zone issues last season. The move also creates competition for Keary Colbert at the No. 2 receiver spot. And if Brandon Marshall's recovery goes slower than expected, with Jackson in the fold the team will still be able to play three experienced receivers while keeping Brandon Stokley in his natural slot position. It also likely means Denver will have no designs on drafting a wideout on the first day of the NFL draft. ...
Of all the position switches made by D.J. Williams, the linebacker should have the easiest time with his latest -- a move to the weak side. It's the position he played at the University of Miami, and where he starred as a rookie in 2004. Williams' best attributes -- moving laterally in open space and attacking the ball -- are essential at his new position. But having played middle linebacker last year also will help since he'll likely slide over in nickel pass coverage situations.
SCOUTING REPORT
The Broncos are, for the time being, placing their faith in Chris Kuper as their starting left tackle at mini-camps. Kuper played the postion as a college senior. But during his Denver tenure, he has switched between four different positions -- both guard and tackle spots -- before settling in as a starting left guard last season. Kuper already has begun preparing for the challenge by studying tape of Matt Lepsis both from the 2005 and '07 seasons. Kuper is extremely strong and has good movement skills for his size but the challenge will be whether he has the feet to slide in pass protection against the quickest defensive ends in the league. Denver has Ryan Harris as a backup option, but he has yet to play even a preseason game. And he will have to demonstrate not only his skills, but that he can stay healthy after two back surgeries, if he wants to displace Kuper. Denver also is expected to add a tackle in the draft but has nearly always sat rookie linemen for a season.
I also found the paragraph on Kuper interesting and as reminder Rasizer points out that even if we do draft a offensive lineman there is very good chance he will not start his first year.
http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=403667
Broncos Team Report
Posted: April 23, 2008
Lee Rasizer
For Sporting News
PERSONNEL ANALYSIS
The addition of wide receiver Darrell Jackson should have a three-fold impact. Jackson has scored 50 career TDs, which should aid a Broncos team that had major red-zone issues last season. The move also creates competition for Keary Colbert at the No. 2 receiver spot. And if Brandon Marshall's recovery goes slower than expected, with Jackson in the fold the team will still be able to play three experienced receivers while keeping Brandon Stokley in his natural slot position. It also likely means Denver will have no designs on drafting a wideout on the first day of the NFL draft. ...
Of all the position switches made by D.J. Williams, the linebacker should have the easiest time with his latest -- a move to the weak side. It's the position he played at the University of Miami, and where he starred as a rookie in 2004. Williams' best attributes -- moving laterally in open space and attacking the ball -- are essential at his new position. But having played middle linebacker last year also will help since he'll likely slide over in nickel pass coverage situations.
SCOUTING REPORT
The Broncos are, for the time being, placing their faith in Chris Kuper as their starting left tackle at mini-camps. Kuper played the postion as a college senior. But during his Denver tenure, he has switched between four different positions -- both guard and tackle spots -- before settling in as a starting left guard last season. Kuper already has begun preparing for the challenge by studying tape of Matt Lepsis both from the 2005 and '07 seasons. Kuper is extremely strong and has good movement skills for his size but the challenge will be whether he has the feet to slide in pass protection against the quickest defensive ends in the league. Denver has Ryan Harris as a backup option, but he has yet to play even a preseason game. And he will have to demonstrate not only his skills, but that he can stay healthy after two back surgeries, if he wants to displace Kuper. Denver also is expected to add a tackle in the draft but has nearly always sat rookie linemen for a season.