The Denver Broncos didn’t have official on-field organized team activities or a minicamp this spring because of COVID-19 but quarterback Drew Lock did organize some unofficial practices at a Denver area park.
Lock showed great leadership in organizing those practices which should help players transition into training camp smoothly.
The Broncos’ front office surrounded Lock with talent this offseason, drafting wide receivers Jerry Jeudy and KJ Hamler after signing running back Melvin Gordon during free agency. Lock’s supporting cast will now include three Pro Bowlers, a promising tight end in Noah Fant and a revamped offensive line.
Denver made changes on defense, too.
Broncos general manager John Elway acquired cornerback A.J. Bouye and defensive end Jurrell Casey through trades, adding them to a defense that ranked 10th in points allowed last season (19.8 per game).
Denver should be relatively healthy going into training camp. Third-year outside linebacker Bradley Chubb (ACL) hasn’t fully recovered yet but he’s making good progress and hasn’t had any setbacks. The big injury status to watch will be that of cornerback Bryce Callahan (foot).
If he’s healthy, Callahan might start across from Bouye as the team’s No. 2 cornerback (it’s uncertain if he will play on the outside or in the slot). Cornerback will be one of the team’s most intriguing positions to watch this offseason after the club lost Chris Harris during free agency.
The Broncos’ wide receiver battle will be another competition to watch as the team has 13 players fighting for six spots on the 53-man roster.
After going 7-9 last season (4-1 with Lock starting), Denver will aim to return to the playoffs this year for the first time since 2015. Broncos coach Vic Fangio will be entering his second year in charge and offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur will be entering his first season in Denver.
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