Comments on: Eyes On Arrowhead

By: daddybronc

daddybronc — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 19:17:20 +0000

I am hoping to see the continued development of the Tebow package on Broncos offense. It is my feeling that not having an off season with Tebow as starter is seriously limiting at this point.

All of the defenses obviously had Kyle Orton’ number. He was easy to read, and opposing teams had 5 shutdowns for every play attempted. This was the dilemma Shanny found himself in that had fans calling for his head. I’m thinking that all Tebow needs is limited success with the run options, and the run and shoot package, to open up both long and short yardage pass plays. As always, execution is the key.

So far – Tebow, Moreno, and McGahee have demonstrated the ability to be the best actors – fakes- in pro football. When you fool the cameras and the announcers booth – you have done well. These plays will will be expected and therefore limited in KC. Some success at them is necessary for continued development of a very diverse offensive look.

By: pokoya

pokoya — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:59:56 +0000

Fascinating game coming up in Arrowhead, to be sure. On offense, the Chiefs will be looking to dictate the game, by forcing the defense into desired coverage. Kansas City Chief Head Coach Todd Haley is his own mind, but, it helps limit the words I use in this post to simply compare what I would expect offensively from the Chiefs to classic New England Patriot offensive game scheme. The problem with Brady, is that you can have the right coverage called, and he will still make his plays — the Patriots like to have the big receiver, including a tight end, who can take the ball even when it is contested by one or two defensive backs. And, since the play is invariably deep, if the right coverage isn’t called, it will result in a score. It makes Brady a very demoralizing opponent — the effect is of being able to score at will. Broncos will have to show different defensive coverage deep, because deep passes to the middle to attack the center seam will be called without hesitation, if the opponent feels that the Denver defense can be predicted. Short passes, and the ground game, will be used to either influence the coverage, or, at the least, to reveal deep scheme preferences of the deep secondary. Speaking of New England, the KC Defensive Coordinator is Coach Romeo Crennel, who has made incredible contributions to every team he has touched, including Cleveland, both NY Jets and Giants, and, of course, the New England Patriots. One of his signature imprints he achieved with the New England Patriots was the team’s record not only for interceptions, but, for interceptions returned for TDs. To illustrate, an opening offensive series by KC might go pass deep middle, run wide, pass wide, pass. A successful defensive series against this call might go Cover 4, a blitz which supports against the run, (Dallas type blitz out of 3-4 to stop wide run), Cover 8, and, Blitz. What I am getting at, is that no defensive coverage is going to call an opening series, Cover 4, Run Blitz Package, Cover 8, Pass Blitz Package — you’re going to call what is most flexible for you, and assures the maximum, “security” — for Denver, what I assume is a 2 Man, or, to offer more protection against the run, a 2 Man Fan — which is exactly what offenses like offenses run by Brady attack.

By: shaztah

shaztah — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:20:21 +0000

I hope our defense scares the crap out of Sanchez when we play them. I laughed so hard at him when he jumped like a sissy.

By: royalbroncofan1

royalbroncofan1 — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:42:31 +0000

Great game last night raidrhadr. Pleased with the outcome!
Every division win counts twice as Richard Seymour mentioned.
Let’s hope we can get in the mix with a win over the Chiefs.

Not expecting playoffs but it sure would be more interesting to see what shakes out.

By: sndvl

sndvl — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:39:53 +0000

Lol BFE…obviously Xman didn’t make ALL those decisions. I’m sure the John’s had input.
But unlike when hoodie jr was here, we don’t have to worry about just one person making THOSE decisions….and Xanders does get credit. After all, he is the GM when all the moves I mentioned were made.

By: BeastFromEast92

BeastFromEast92 — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:29:18 +0000

sndvl…..if you can prove Xman made all those personnel decisions by himself,I will rebuke my statement and give him another chance!

By: sndvl

sndvl — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:19:34 +0000

You are all wrong (or shall I say rushing judgement) on Xanders.

We can excuse the McDidnt error..,
This season he has been part of a great draft class. With 5 rookies starting or providing major contributions. The FA class includes Willis M, Daniel Fells, Wilhite, Chris Harris and Ty Warren (bummer injury). He made the trade for Bunkley. Was able to resign Vickerson (another bummer injury), Marcus Thomas and restructuring Dawkins contract. He also facilitated the trade of Brandon Lloyd, which should net us an extra 5th round draft pick. (in 3 games he has 6,6 & 5 catches. Needs 30).
I think he has done a fair job. Considering our front office model discussed earlier.
Which correct me if I’m wrong, isn’t it similar to what Ozzie Newsome is doing in Baltimore? (thought he is a HOFer)

GO BRONCOS!!!

By: BeastFromEast92

BeastFromEast92 — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:03:04 +0000

weatherman and bay,I agree with you guys,the first thing on Elway’s to do list should be finding a new GM,one that can evaluate talent!!!!

aXe the Xman!!!!!!!!!

By: BeastFromEast92

BeastFromEast92 — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:00:23 +0000

Thanks R8R H8R.

By: seweatherman1

seweatherman1 — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 15:59:41 +0000

tnalen66,
The way I see this is Mr. B might sign off on all of these decisions, but a man in his position over such a large organization, has to have faith in the decisions being made by persons in those specific areas. Now, as I stated above, Xanders is and has demonstrated that he is incapable of making these decisions so something clearly needs to be done about this. My guess is that with Elway being placed in the position he is currently in will be looking to improve in Xanders’ position or…simply not let Xanders make such foolish moves without signing off on them himself.