After weeks of a back-and-forth QB1 battle between Drew Lock and Teddy Bridgewater where reports out of camp suggested neither was inspiring, the Broncos’ quarterbacks were nearly perfect in their first live action of the preseason. The news came at a perfect time to inspire hope that a franchise quarterback could emerge and suggests Broncos Country is about to witness a magical run to the playoffs that eventually ends with confetti and a Lombardi trophy. Context may look like a downpour on such an optimistic parade.
After reviewing the Broncos’ preseason game at length, here’s my thoughts.
There was a clear talent disparity before kickoff
With weeks to go until the games count, every team in the NFL is juggling what they need to see from the roster with limiting the risk of injury to their most important players.