Tag: Demar Dotson

How much salary cap space do Broncos have after signing Demar Dotson?

Here’s how much salary cap space the Broncos have left after signing veteran tackle Demar Dotson.

Before signing veteran right tackle Demar Dotson to a one-year deal, the Denver Broncos had about $29.5 million in salary cap space.

Dotson’s contract includes a $1.15 million base salary, a $100,000 53-man roster bonus and a $15,625 per game bonus, according to KUSA-TV’s Mike Klis. So if he makes the team and dresses for every game, Dotson will have a $1.5 million salary cap hit this year. (Dotson can earn an additional $1.5 million through incentives.)

Calculating Denver’s updated cap number isn’t quite as simple as subtracting $1.5 million from $29.5 million because only the 51 most-expensive players on the roster count against the cap during the offseason. So the addition of Dotson bumps fullback Andrew Beck ($675,000) out of the top 51.

Dotson’s cap hit minus Beck’s cap hit is $825,000. So after signing Dotson, the Broncos have approximately $28.675 million in remaining cap space.

Dotson is a 34-year-old veteran who will add depth behind Elijah Wilkinson at right tackle (here’s our offensive line depth chart prediction).

In addition to signing Dotson, Denver might also consider adding more depth at inside linebacker. One candidate the team could consider is Nigel Bradham, who was recently cut by the New Orleans Saints.

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic and lost revenue, the NFL’s salary cap could be as low as $175 million next year. With that being the case, the Broncos will likely try to roll over as much unused cap from this season as possible, adding it to their 2021 total.

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Broncos RT Elijah Wilkinson taking advice from Demar Dotson

“All advice — especially from a veteran who’s been against all kinds of pass rushers — all advice is good advice,” Wilkinson said.

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Demar Dotson is more than just depth and competition at right tackle — he’s also a mentor for the Broncos’ younger offensive tackles.

Dotson was signed after Ja’Wuan James opted out of the season and he might end up competing for the starting job but for now, he’s providing depth. He’s also passing on knowledge to projected starter Elijah Wilkinson.

“I’ve taken in everything because he’s been playing for the last 11 years,” Wilkinson said after practice on Aug. 21. “I’m taking in everything he has to offer for me, whether it’s talking to me about my set, where I’m putting my hands or doing this better . . . I’m only in my fourth year here, so anything helps. All advice — especially from a veteran who’s been against all kinds of pass rushers — all advice is good advice.”

Dotson started in 15 games for the Buccaneers last season and allowed 3.5 sacks, according to STATS LLC. Wilkinson started 12 games for Denver and allowed eight sacks. Perhaps Dotson will be able to pass on some tips that will help Wilkinson lower his sack total this season.

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Predicting Broncos’ offensive line depth chart after adding Demar Dotson

How will adding Demar Dotson impact the Broncos’ offensive line depth chart?

The Denver Broncos are set to make some changes to their offensive line after Ja’Wuan James opted out of the season. Denver signed veteran right tackle Demar Dotson to a one-year deal but he’s not necessarily guaranteed to start, at least not right away.

Here’s our early offensive line depth chart prediction for the Broncos:

Left Tackle Left Guard Center Right Guard Right Tackle
Garett Bolles Dalton Risner Lloyd Cushenberry III Graham Glasgow Elijah Wilkinson
Jake Rodgers Netane Muti Patrick Morris Austin Schlottmann Demar Dotson

This is just an early projection and it is subject to change, but it wouldn’t be surprising to see Elijah Wilkinson begin the year as a starter given that he has a head start on Dotson and he was named James’ replacement last week.

A dark horse — such as Calvin Anderson — could emerge this summer but four of the team’s five starting jobs seem to be set. Muti is essentially a lock to make the team and Dotson will likely make it at least as a backup.

The remaining backup players will need to be versatile so they can serve as backups for multiple positions. Schlottmann, for example, can play both guard and center. If Dotson does end up starting, Wilkinson can serve as a backup tackle and guard.

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WATCH: Highlights (and lowlights) of new Broncos OT Demar Dotson

Here are some short clips (both good and bad) of new Broncos right tackle Demar Dotson.

The Denver Broncos have signed 34-year-old right tackle Demar Dotson to fill the roster spot that was created when Ja’Wuan James opted out of the 2020 season. Dotson received a one-year deal worth _.

Dotson will compete with Elijah Wilkinson at right tackle, bringing 10 years of experience to Denver. The former Tampa Bay Buccaneers tackle has demonstrated moments of strong play in the run game:

Dotson also has some good film in pass protection:

Unfortunately, not all of the footage on Dotson looks good.

Dotson was partially responsible for allowing this sack in 2018:

Despite his incredible size (6-9, 315 pounds), Dotson appears to sometimes struggle against bull rushes.

It’s clear that Dotson is not a perfect tackle. He might not even be an upgrade over Wilkinson. He’s experienced, though, and Dotson will give the Broncos more depth at right tackle at the very least.

After signing Dotson, Denver still has two open spots on the roster.

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Twitter reacts to Broncos signing OT Demar Dotson

Here’s how Twitter reacted when the Broncos signed right tackle Demar Dotson.

The Denver Broncos have agreed to terms on a one-year deal with veteran right tackle Demar Dotson. Denver signed Dotson to fill the roster spot that was created when Ja’Wuan James opted out of the 2020 season.

Here’s a sampling of how Twitter reacted to the news of Dotson landing with the Broncos:

Dotson, 34, will compete with Elijah Wilkinson at right tackle. We collected a few of his highlights (and lowlights) on this page.

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Broncos sign veteran OT Demar Dotson

The Broncos are bringing in Demar Dotson on a one-year deal.

After right tackle Ja’Wuan James opted out of the 2020 season, the Denver Broncos had plenty of free agent offensive tackles to consider as potential replacements.

Denver ended up picking veteran Demar Dotson, a 34-year-old tackle who spent the first 10 years of his career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Dotson has agreed to terms on a one-year deal, according to multiple media reports.

Dotson (6-9, 315 pounds) entered the league as a college free agent out of Southern Mississippi with the Bucs in 2009. After starting in two games in 2010, Dotson became a full-time starter in 2011 and held on to the right tackle job through the 2019 season.

In 130 career games (106 starts), Dotson has committed 62 penalties and has allowed 33.5 sacks, according to STATS LLC. Last year, Dotson was penalized 10 times and allowed 3.5 sacks in 15 games.

The Broncos won’t hand Dotson the right tackle job. He will compete with Elijah Wilkinson, who committed six penalties and allowed eight sacks in 15 games (12 starts) last season. Garett Bolles will start on the left side.

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Report: Broncos have ‘parameters of deal’ in place with Demar Dotson

The Broncos appear close to signing offensive tackle Demar Dotson.

The Denver Broncos have the parameters of a deal in place with 34-year-old right tackle Demar Dotson, according to KUSA-TV’s Mike Klis. Terms of the contract are unknown but it is likely a one-year deal.

Dotson (6-9, 315 pounds) signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as a college free agent out of Southern Mississippi following the 2009 NFL draft. He became a regular starter in 2012 and remained a starter through the 2019 season.

Dotson has to test negative for COVID-19 and then the team will give him a physical examination. If he passes, Dotson will likely be signed early this week, according to Klis.

Denver is looking for more depth at right tackle after Ja’Wuan James opted out of the season. Elijah Wilkinson is expected to start in James’ place — Dotson would provide competition and veteran depth at tackle.

Dotson committed 10 penalties and allowed 3.5 sacks in 15 starts last season, according to STATS LLC. Wilkinson was penalized six times and allowed eight sacks in 12 starts.

The Broncos currently have three open spots on the roster.

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NFL comparisons for Titans OT Isaiah Wilson out of Georgia

We list NFL comparisons for former Georgia football and now Tennessee Titans OT Isaiah Wilson.

The Tennessee Titans selected Georgia OT Isaiah Wilson with the 29th pick in the first-round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

Wilson was an All-American as a freshman right tackle at Georgia and was bothered by injuries in his sophomore season. At 6-foot-7 340 pounds, Wilson is one of the largest tackles in this years draft.

NFL analyst Lance Zierlein wrote:

“Big, broad right tackle prospect with outstanding physical traits and above-average potential.”

To get an idea on how Wilson will preform at the NFL level, let’s look at two pros that Wilson’s game most resembles.

1. Demar Dotson – Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Dotson (6’9″, 315 lbs) is one of the largest tackles in the NFL, but what resembles Wilson the most is his length. Both Wilson and Dotson are able to use their length to keep the pocket clean for their quarterbacks by forcing rushers out wide. 

2. Lane Johnson – Philadelphia Eagles

During Wilson’s career at Georgia, he excelled in run-blocking because of his footwork at his size. One of the best run-blocking tackles in the NFL, Johnson uses his footwork to turn the edge defenders which seals the gap and he also does a great job advancing to the second-level.

The Titans’ offensive line was already one of the best units in the NFL and after drafting Wilson, that trend should continue for years to come.

Bucs-Jaguars Final Injury Report (Nov. 29): Who’s in, who’s out for Week 13

See who’s in and who’s out for Week 13’s matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Jacksonville Jaguars.

It’s a battle of 4-7 teams Sunday when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers travel north to take on the Jacksonville Jaguars.

The Bucs are riding high off their win in Week 12 over the Atlanta Falcons, a game which head coach Bruce Arians called the team’s best complete game of the season. They’ll look to build off that momentum as they go up against a Jaguars team looking to redeem themselves after last week’s 42-20 thumping at the hands of the Tennessee Titans.

See who’s in and who’s out for Sunday’s game, courtesy of the final injury report for both teams.

Buccaneers

WR Scotty Miller (hamstring) – Did Not Participate – OUT

OLB Anthony Nelson (hamstring) – Did Not Participate – OUT

CB M.J. Stewart (knee) – Did Not Participate – OUT

OLB Carl Nassib (illness) – Did Not Participate – QUESTIONABLE

DL Beau Allen (neck) – Full Participation

CB Jamel Dean (shoulder) – Full Participation

T Demar Dotson (not injury related) – Full Participation

DL William Gholston (ankle) – Full Participation

CB Sean Murphy-Bunting (knee) – Full Participation

OLB Jason Pierre-Paul (knee) – Full Participation

Jaguars

TE Seth DeValve (oblique) – Did Not Participate – OUT

S Ronnie Harrison (concussion) – Did Not Participate – OUT

CB Tre Herndon (shoulder) – Limited Participation – QUESTIONABLE

LB Myles Jack (knee) – Limited Participation – QUESTIONABLE

DE Josh Allen (knee) – Full Participation

DL Calais Campbell (back) – Full Participation

WR Chris Conley (hamstring) – Limited Participation

OL Brandon Linder (illness) – Full Participation

DE Dawuane Smoot (knee) – Full Participation

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