Broncos Blitz: Mentors, godfathers, injuries, shuttle crashes and more
May 18, 2019, 6:00 AM | Updated: May 20, 2019, 6:30 am
The Broncos were back on the field this week, as the team hosted their first OTAs as a group. Veteran, rookies, free-signings, new coaches and everyone else connected to the team were at UC Health Training Facility for three days of practices and meetings.
Not surprisingly, plenty of news emerged.
Here’s a look at the best Broncos stories of the week, from 1043TheFan.com’s own Cecil Lammey, other local media outlets, national sites and social media:
CECIL’S COVERAGE
Drew Lock is more than just a big-armed QB; he has plenty of underrated talents, too
One Broncos veteran is willing to mentor a highly touted rookie, as Jeff Heuerman is here to help Noah Fant
With roster moves in the rearview mirror, these five Broncos have the chance to see their roles increase in 2019
When the Dolphins gave Xavien Howard a big contract, it directly impacted the Broncos plans with Chris Harris Jr.
In this week’s “Mile High Monday,” the positive moments from rookie mini-camp were highlighted
LOCAL COVERAGE
The heartwarming piece of the week came from the Broncos themselves, as the team web site posted a great story about Von Miller becoming godfather to one of Brandon McManus’ sons
Back in town for a charity event, former Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall pointed the finger of blame for last season’s debacle squarely at Denver’s coaches
Mark Kiszla always provides an interesting perspective, such as this week’s offering about John Elway creating a tricky situation for Vic Fangio
Connor McGovern got a big vote of confidence from a former teammate, helping him prepare to make the transition from guard to center
Shelby Harris got a big raise from the Broncos, but as this story in the Denver Post points out, that could be just the beginning for the underrated Broncos defensive lineman
NATIONAL COVERAGE
TMZ caught up with Noah Fant and Drew Lock after the Broncos rookies were involved in a shuttle accident at LAX
ESPN’s Jeff Legwold took a look at how the playing careers of Broncos coaches have impact them in their second careers
SI’s Robert Klemko spent some time with the Broncos this week, leaving him less than dazzled with the early prospects for Drew Lock
TMZ gave the Broncos kudos for hosting events for the STEM School Highlands Ranch at the team’s training facility
It’s always interesting to see what other fan bases think about the home teams, so this week’s look at the Broncos from the Packers perspective on Lombardi Ave provides some insights
OTHER NEWS
Former Broncos’ LB Shane Ray is signing with the Baltimore Ravens, per league source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 17, 2019
Broncos star Von Miller admits ‘It’s extremely hard not to like Tom Brady.’ https://t.co/sN50WGmyfy pic.twitter.com/M1fL4s24mG
— NBC Sports Boston (@NBCSBoston) May 13, 2019
Report: Torn Achilles confirmed for Broncos guard Nico Falah https://t.co/LJ7cWDYPBx
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) May 14, 2019