NFL Draft Broncos' Draft - Page 5

Mile High Mania · 04-27-2009, 02:55 PM

Ok, so I've been gone since Friday... and have only now really been able to start digesting all that happened over the weekend. My first thoughts were "Crap - they didn't go defense with that first pick." And, my second thought was "They did what with the 2010 R1 pick?"

So, after I have read through the various information, I'm content with what happened. I mean, seriously... like I have another option.

Anyway - in regards to Moreno, I love the idea of having him on the team, I think he's very talented and is going to be an integral part of that offense, especially with Orton as QB. An average QBs best friend is a hell of a supporting cast. Denver has a nice oline, great young receivers and now... a true lead threat at RB. I will be interested to see how the depth shakes out with the mass of options they have at this time. And, for a team that is likely going to field a questionable defense against a brutal schedule... a strong running game should help, so from that aspect I like the pick.

DEF - I like Ayers... while I would have preferred them trading up for Raji or going DEF/DEF... I like this guy as a strong addition to the front 7.

Alphonso Smith... better be worth the trade and while he received high marks prior to the draft, I'm just a bit surprised the made the move to get him. I know they can definitely use him, I'm just surprised that he is the DEF option they took after making the trade.

I like McBath and Bruton... both should be good contributors, I was hoping McBath would be on their radar.

Quinn... I dunno what to think really, not sure he's the answer to any significant question they had, but we'll see.

The final 4 picks (Olsen, McKinley, Brandstater, Schlueter)... are bit players at this point and we'll see if any of them stick.

Maybe the Broncos really love their DEF cast of characters they have now, but I do wonder if they missed out by not going DEF/DEF in Round 1.

I haven't had a chance to look for the threads from this site that likely had all the bashing of Broncos' picks, but I'll find it.

The first 4 seletions should have an impact this year... they'll essentially define the success or failure of the draft. I'll go pick through the UDFA updates soon, but I read that it looks like they went DL/LB heavy.

Ok.. feel free to post and tell me why they sucked.

vailpass · 04-27-2009, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MoreLemonPledge

I didn't mean in terms of production. I meant in having no clear cut number 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 at any point. Recently they have just put the ball into somebody's hands and hoped for the best. The one time NE did put some faith in a RB was Maroney and we know how well that's going.

It just surprises me that McDaniels made a RB his number one priority.

Got ya', thanks. Yours is a view shared by many.

vailpass · 04-27-2009, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by buddha

I like Moreno, but the rest of the Denver draft was perplexing. Losing the 2010 first round draft to move up to get the short CB made no sense to me. He had better be great...I mean Darrell Green great.

MickeyD continues to cause many tightened sphincters in Donk land.

Aint that the truth. Kid better produce come game day. I'm not saying he wont', I'm saying he better.

vailpass · 04-27-2009, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by prhom

So I watched the draft with a bunch of broncos fans and it was pricelss to watch their faces when they announced the Moreno pick. I thought it was pretty strange, but I read that San Diego was interested in Moreno too, and I'd much rather have him on the Broncos than the Chargers.

I'm all for having a burner RB and I think Moreno is a stud. I also think a RB can and will go down to injury quicker than any other position. We'll know more about this and all other draft picks in a year or two.

veist · 04-27-2009, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by vailpass

I'm all for having a burner RB and I think Moreno is a stud. I also think a RB can and will go down to injury quicker than any other position. We'll know more about this and all other draft picks in a year or two.

Truth, outside of KR is there a position with a shorter shelf life these days?

Joe Seahawk · 04-27-2009, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by DaWolf

Yeah exactly. You've got to believe that he's looking to play ball control with his offense to keep that defense off the field...

Wassup DaWolf, as i recall you're a Cal Bear fan right? I did a little research on Cameron Morrah the tight end we drafted in the 7th round. the kid looks pretty damn good! It seems like he should have gone sooner in the draft.

Do you know much about this dude? Thanks.

(Maybe he looks so good because most of his highlight film is against the Huskies defense)

SenselessChiefsFan · 04-28-2009, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by CoMoChief

Moreno is the next Maurice Clarrett

We can hope, but I think Moreno is going to be phenomenal for about four years. Then, he will flame out due to the constant pounding he will take.

chiefscafan · 04-28-2009, 12:09 PM

Unfortunately mile ayerS while good last year is a one year wonder. I love knowshon an branderster kid. I think branderster was gonna be our pick so MCdaniels traded up ahead of us. That's my two cents

patteeu · 04-28-2009, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by chiefscafan

Unfortunately mile ayerS while good last year is a one year wonder. I love knowshon an branderster kid. I think branderster was gonna be our pick so MCdaniels traded up ahead of us. That's my two cents

What makes you think that? Just a hunch?

Mile High Mania · 04-28-2009, 01:27 PM

Ayers could be a 1-hit wonder, but history shows that half or more of these picks wind up missing the mark. So, the predominantly orange and blue fans will just have to cross our fingers and hope for the best.

Mile High Mania · 04-28-2009, 01:38 PM

We'll have to wait and see obviously on the draft grades, but I did find this interesting. Last year, few thought Clady would have an impact in year one and most seemed to think that Royal was a reach. So, while half the draft typically fails... half or more of the "expert draft grades" are a big miss also.

http://www.milehighreport.com/2009/4...-a-look-at-the

Just Passin' By · 04-28-2009, 01:44 PM

I think that both Denver and K.C. had good drafts. Of course, if Alphonso Smith turns out to be another Chris Canty, Broncos fans will break out the pitchforks and storm the tower.

Jethopper · 04-28-2009, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Just Passin' By

I think that both Denver and K.C. had good drafts. Of course, if Alphonso Smith turns out to be another Chris Canty, Broncos fans will break out the pitchforks and storm the Cassel.

orange · 04-28-2009, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by chiefscafan

Unfortunately mile ayerS while good last year is a one year wonder. I love knowshon an branderster kid. I think branderster was gonna be our pick so MCdaniels traded up ahead of us. That's my two cents

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Originally Posted by patteeu

What makes you think that? Just a hunch?

I was going to post a message to that effect Sunday. I saw an interview with Brandstater where he said he had talked to Cassel quite a bit (and Cassel had high praise for McDaniels).

But the next story mentioned that he and Cassel have the same agent and that's how they hooked up, so I backed off.

He does sure fit the Brady/Cassel mold, though, so I suspect Pioli gave him a look.

kcbubb · 04-28-2009, 04:05 PM

why would the broncos give up a 1st next year for short corner like smith when they could have drafted DJ Moore in the 4th??? bad decision. you watch. DJ Moore out of Vandy will be a player. If you have ever seen him play, you already knew that. ask a USC gamecock fan.

Quesadilla Joe · 04-28-2009, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by kcbubb

why would the broncos give up a 1st next year for short corner like smith when they could have drafted DJ Moore in the 4th??? bad decision. you watch. DJ Moore out of Vandy will be a player. If you have ever seen him play, you already knew that. ask a USC gamecock fan.

Smith was the number 1 CB on Denver's draft board.

04-27-2009, 02:55 PM
Mile High Mania #triggering Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Tejas Casino cash: $857229	Broncos' Draft Ok, so I've been gone since Friday... and have only now really been able to start digesting all that happened over the weekend. My first thoughts were "Crap - they didn't go defense with that first pick." And, my second thought was "They did what with the 2010 R1 pick?" So, after I have read through the various information, I'm content with what happened. I mean, seriously... like I have another option. Anyway - in regards to Moreno, I love the idea of having him on the team, I think he's very talented and is going to be an integral part of that offense, especially with Orton as QB. An average QBs best friend is a hell of a supporting cast. Denver has a nice oline, great young receivers and now... a true lead threat at RB. I will be interested to see how the depth shakes out with the mass of options they have at this time. And, for a team that is likely going to field a questionable defense against a brutal schedule... a strong running game should help, so from that aspect I like the pick. DEF - I like Ayers... while I would have preferred them trading up for Raji or going DEF/DEF... I like this guy as a strong addition to the front 7. Alphonso Smith... better be worth the trade and while he received high marks prior to the draft, I'm just a bit surprised the made the move to get him. I know they can definitely use him, I'm just surprised that he is the DEF option they took after making the trade. I like McBath and Bruton... both should be good contributors, I was hoping McBath would be on their radar. Quinn... I dunno what to think really, not sure he's the answer to any significant question they had, but we'll see. The final 4 picks (Olsen, McKinley, Brandstater, Schlueter)... are bit players at this point and we'll see if any of them stick. Maybe the Broncos really love their DEF cast of characters they have now, but I do wonder if they missed out by not going DEF/DEF in Round 1. I haven't had a chance to look for the threads from this site that likely had all the bashing of Broncos' picks, but I'll find it. The first 4 seletions should have an impact this year... they'll essentially define the success or failure of the draft. I'll go pick through the UDFA updates soon, but I read that it looks like they went DL/LB heavy. Ok.. feel free to post and tell me why they sucked.
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04-28-2009, 12:09 PM	#67
chiefscafan Veteran Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: manhattan beach, CA Casino cash: $9688215	Unfortunately mile ayerS while good last year is a one year wonder. I love knowshon an branderster kid. I think branderster was gonna be our pick so MCdaniels traded up ahead of us. That's my two cents
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Mile High Mania #triggering Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Tejas Casino cash: $857229	Ayers could be a 1-hit wonder, but history shows that half or more of these picks wind up missing the mark. So, the predominantly orange and blue fans will just have to cross our fingers and hope for the best. __________________
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Mile High Mania #triggering Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Tejas Casino cash: $857229	We'll have to wait and see obviously on the draft grades, but I did find this interesting. Last year, few thought Clady would have an impact in year one and most seemed to think that Royal was a reach. So, while half the draft typically fails... half or more of the "expert draft grades" are a big miss also. http://www.milehighreport.com/2009/4...-a-look-at-the __________________
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Just Passin' By In Search of a Life Join Date: Feb 2009 Casino cash: $5450524	I think that both Denver and K.C. had good drafts. Of course, if Alphonso Smith turns out to be another Chris Canty, Broncos fans will break out the pitchforks and storm the tower.
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kcbubb Veteran Join Date: Nov 2008 Casino cash: $4956719	why would the broncos give up a 1st next year for short corner like smith when they could have drafted DJ Moore in the 4th??? bad decision. you watch. DJ Moore out of Vandy will be a player. If you have ever seen him play, you already knew that. ask a USC gamecock fan.
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