Comments on: I Feel a “Draft” in Here - Part 3

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By: dendynasty07

dendynasty07 — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 12:35:24 +0000

DRAFT JORDON DIZON IN THIS YEARS DRAFT!!!!

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Wed, 28 Nov 2007 21:34:48 +0000

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By: Gr3yStreet

Gr3yStreet — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 21:56:11 +0000

First, I would like to say its a very positive reflection on this franchise that our GM would take the time to discuss the team with the fans. It shows a considerable amount of respect on the part of the franchise that I appreciate.

As its not my job to draft players, and I have no expertise in such things I dont feel I can criticize prior draft pics. Im sure the coaching staff saw something they liked in every player. Plus, im so satisfied that we drafted Cutler I dont really mind the previous poor drafts.

However, if you do in deed read these reponses, I would love to point out the outstanding play of Colorado MLB Jordan Dizon. I believe he leads the NATION in tackles, he is the definition of a team player, and he has the heart of a lion. I imagine he is a bit to small to play linebacker, however he would make an excellent Free Safety type player much like John Lynch. Hes incredably fast, very strong, aware of the play on the field and is excellent and run stopping and pass coverage. Plays get made when Dizon is around the ball.

Just thoughts, and thank you again for the Blog.

By: frohawk15

frohawk15 — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 20:40:54 +0000

in light of the news of sean taylors death, i think we need to do more to honor darrent williams and damien nash. I know that we could never do enough but i think we can do more

By: Bones1965

Bones1965 — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 19:10:15 +0000

I thought the Cutler draft was spot on and very impressive. You get Cutler, Walker, Tony S, Elvis, Marshall. I have been a fan for 30 years and this was the best draft I have seen, so congrats!

Last years draft I was very disappointed with. Why did you move up four spots and give up a 2nd rounder. Last years draft was one of the deeper drafts in recent memory. Infact you could have traded that pick to Cleveland for a number one next year and traded back into the first round like Dallas did and get Spencer. Moss has an injury history and you almost lost him in training camp. If you stay where you were you get Reggie Nelson who runs a 4.4 40 yard dash and makes plays. Crowder
was a sixth rounder according to the Sporting News. He had a great combine workout but his measureables didn’t match his production. Ryan Harris is athletic and Soft. I am a ND fan and I watched every game he played. Justin Hickman from UCLA dominated him from start to finish getting three sacks in a game last year. Hickman wasn’t even drafted. Ryan Looks alot like Kwame harris of the 49ers who I also think you were also high on. Marcus Thomas might be the steal of the Draft but why give so much for him you had other needs to fill.

I wonder if you and Shanahan think you are always one player away from the Superbowl because it shows when you only draft four players. It is not lost on the fans that Shanahan has ties to Texas and Florida.

On a positive note I am really impressed with the progression that Karl Paymah has made in the last month. I hope he has turned the corner no pun intended, Hamza has also played well.

Thank you for answering our questions. Not every GM would face the music like you have and you are to be commended. Thank you for your time.

By: broncosfrance

broncosfrance — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 18:03:45 +0000

D watts releasing was a suprise a disapointed me because he had some upside but now i don’t regret him compared to Brandon M . In my opinion , the draft pick that will change this franchise for long is Jay Cuttler , i can’t wait for next year even if our payoffs hope are still alive : the pieces are putting themselves together thanks in large part to our recent draft picks .

By: broncosfrance

broncosfrance — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 18:00:16 +0000

D watts releasing was a suprise a disapointed me because he had some upside but now i don’t regret him comp

By: chickennob2

chickennob2 — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 01:44:40 +0000

One thing that fans have often commented on about our drafts is the so-called “shotgun approach.” Drafting three corners in 05, two 4th-round receivers in 06, and 3 D-linemen in 07. Is this a strategy that you devised and implemented, or is it just a coincidence that comes from drafting the best player available?

By: cutdog06

cutdog06 — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:44:00 +0000

Mr. Sundquist,
Let me first day that I think this blog is a credit to you and the Broncos organization. It is endearing that a GM would take the time to explain the reasoning behind some draft picks. With that being said, I would like to know your reasoning behind some recent draft pics.

1) In 2005, did you trade out of round 1 because there was little value or was it because you were looking for someone in particular, in round 2. I found that an interesting decision to trade out of round 1.

2) I loved the Tony Scheffler pick. However, many considered it to be a reach and there were higher rated tight ends on the board. WHat was it about Tony’s game that impressed you over, say, Leonard Pope.

3) Finally, I have got to ask about he Maurice Clarett pick.