Good morning, Broncos Country.
The Denver Broncos finished 8-9 and tied for second place in the AFC West under Head Coach Sean Payton in 2023. This season, the Broncos have much higher aspirations and are hoping to improve into a playoff caliber squad. But they have a lot of work to do to get there, but the real rubber meets the road in a little over two weeks when training camp officially commences.
The franchise made a myriad of changes during the offseason and added a bunch of players via free agency and the 2024 NFL Draft. The biggest addition was the selection of Oregon quarterback Bo Nix in the first round. It’s still far too early to know, but many assume he will win the starting job during training camp and hit the ground running as a rookie.
With that in mind, it’s no surprise that Nix is one of the players I’m most focused for this year’s training camp. Frankly, I’m not really interested in seeing a multi-game stretch of either Jarrett Stidham or Zach Wilson at quarterback this coming season. And quite frankly, I’m not sure why any fan across Broncos Country would want that either.
— DNVR Broncos (@DNVR_Broncos) July 10, 2024"Bo will win that competition"
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In addition to Nix, I’m also anxious to see how wideout Marvin Mims looks in his second season with the team. After making some big plays early on in the year, Mims’ utilization faded as last season progressed. It’s something Payton had spoked about regretting over the course of the offseason, a Mims appeared to be the proverbial Missing Man on the Milk Carton relative to the Broncos’ offensive endeavors in 2023.
If the Broncos’ offense is going to improve upon their 19th in points scored and 26th in total yards rankings from last year, getting Mims more looks is absolutely essential. I’m looking at a minimum of 80 targets for him this season. For perspective, he had only 33 all of last season which is basically only two targets a game. That has to change in 2024.
On the defensive side of the ball, I’m very eager to see how John Franklin-Myers helps improve the Broncos’ defensive line. That unit struggled a lot of last year especially against the run. I’m hoping that his quality level of play can help bolster the unit as a whole and improve their overall efficacy in 2024.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) July 4, 2024It was a frustrating rookie season for Riley Moss, but he did have the moment in a game where he realized, "‘Why not me? This is football." Now he appears ready for more.
Additionally, I’m intrigued by second-year defensive back Riley Moss who missed most of last year due to injury. Two drafts ago, the Broncos traded a future third-round selection to secure him. It will be interesting to see where he gets deployed in their defensive secondary. As of now, I’d expect early reps on the boundary, but also time at nickelback given his versatility.
How about you? What players are you most looking forward to seeing during training camp? Are there any players you think are going to surprise and carve themselves a bigger role than we think? Sound off in the comments section and let me know!
As always—thank you for reading. Here is today’s slate of articles (and a video) for Horse Tracks.
Broncos News & Tidbits
Broncos quarterback hosts throwing session in Texas | 9news.com
Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham is hosting the gathering near his home in Texas. Denver Broncos football training camp NFL.
Broncos' 2024 starting quarterback odds: Who one sportsbook thinks will be under center in Week 1
The odds for the Broncos' 2024 quarterback battle between Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham and Zach Wilson, according to DraftKings Sportsbook.
PFF: Broncos' 'Best Decision' of 2024 was Releasing Russell Wilson, Drafting Bo Nix
Did the Denver Broncos get this decision right? It's only the fate of the franchise.
Denver Broncos move Courtland Sutton in proposed trade involving Brandon Aiyuk | Sporting News
Who would the Broncos get in this three-team deal?
2024 Dynasty Riser, Faller And Longshot Predictions: Denver Broncos - Dynasty League Football
Which Denver Broncos should be on your dynasty radar ahead of value changes this season?
Countdown to Camp: Which of the Broncos' veteran additions could make the biggest impact in 2024?
Hall of Famer Steve Atwater and lead writer Aric DiLalla start to look ahead to Broncos Training Camp powered by Ford with a peek at the veteran additions to Denver's roster.
NFL News & Tidbits
Cincinnati Bengals training camp preview: Key dates, notable additions, biggest storylines
With the start of 2024 NFL training camps just around the corner, Nick Shook digs into the Cincinnati Bengals' roster changes, position battles and notable subplots.
Justin Jefferson 'not mad' at Kirk Cousins for leaving Vikings in free agency: 'It's on to the next'
Justin Jefferson experienced a wild offseason. He lost his quarterback in free agency and got paid more than any receiver in NFL history. The Vikings WR recently discussed his feelings about Kirk Cousins' exit.
State of the New England Patriots: Spotlight shines on Drake Maye at dawn of new era
What should we expect from New England in the first year of the post-Bill Belichick era? When will Jerod Mayo hand the keys to the offense to Drake Maye? Adam Rank explores the state of the Patriots heading into the 2024 NFL season.
Giants LB Bobby Okereke: New addition Brian Burns is 'a game changer'
Giants linebacker Bobby Okereke had high praise on Wednesday for new addition Brian Burns, calling the pass rusher "a game changer."
