Broncos' 3 Big Remaining Roster Holes Post-Week 1 of Free Agency
The sun is peaking through the clouds of Dove Valley as the Denver Broncos add juice to the roster in order to get back to playoff relevancy. The signing of quarterback Russell Wilson set off a cascade of moves, including the addition of Von Miller’s replacement Randy Gregory, interior run-stopper D.J. Jones, and alternatives to the players traded to the Seattle Seahawks to acquire the nine-time Pro Bowler.
At the same time, GM George Paton re-signed LB Josey Jewell, DL DeShawn Williams, TE/FB Andrew Beck, and tendered restricted free-agent OLB Malik Reed. The Broncos' foot is pressed hard on the talent-acquisition gas pedal.
However, every team in the AFC West has been of like mind. Many have described the division’s obsession to add talent as an 'arms race.'
With the NFL draft looming and free agency ongoing, the Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, and Los Angeles Chargers will come into next season stronger through the addition of dynamic players all their own. Consequently, Denver snapping its six-year playoff drought, even with Wilson in the fold, won't be a layup.
Paton still has work to do, and no stone should be left unturned when it comes to bolstering the roster. Fortunately, wideout Tim Patrick accepted a contract structure last week that freed up $4.6 million in salary-cap space, giving Paton the currency to deal.
What holes remain following a very busy first week of free agency?
Let's dive in.
Cornerback
Right Tackle
Running Back
Bottom Line
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