MHR - Who is your defensive MVP for the regular season? But to win it all, they need the offense to score some points, and of course, limit mistakes. They pulled off some amazing victories in the process of a crazy, 16-game season. IndyBronco: This is a championship defense. That's what makes this defense so special - the contributions come from every position, not just a few. A great play by CHJ is followed by one made by Marshall, then Malik, then Von, then Barrett. Great plays can be contagious for a personnel group, and this defense has shown that again and again during the regular season. They have epitomized a 'team' effort all year and that is their biggest strength. You don't see a lot of tackles in space with only one guy to beat. They are good at all aspects of playing defense, and they play with speed and continuity. Shasta77: Yes, I think they can because it isn't any one player, and it's not just a run-stopping or pass-rushing group. Can our defense carry the Broncos to the Super Bowl this season? MHR - The Broncos led the league in sacks this season with 52, were third in run defense and fourth in scoring defense.

1 in total defense, pass defense & sacks No. I think the pass rush up the middle would help to negate that small vulnerability against a very inexperienced front line.Īnd when all said and done #Broncos D finished No. That being said, I think this D was held back a little by the snowy elements in their first matchup. Wade Phillips likes to play man to man, and usually left defenders by themselves against great pass catchers like Calvin, Gronk, and Antonio Brown. Their best offensive weapon is a huge, sure-handed behemoth of a tight end. Their offensive scheme is predicated on opening up the middle of the field. IndyBronco: The only reason it is a concern to me is because that's what New England excels at. When we don't, then Wade is going to have to modify his scheme to protect the safeties a bit more. Ward and Darian Stewart back there, a lot of that big play potential goes away. The plays over the middle have been a combination of talent by the opposition and inexperience at the safety position. But when all 11 'do their jobs,' it is a very difficult defense for an offense to sustain a drive down the field against. If you have poor communication, inexperience or 'renegade' moments by a player or two, it's going to go sideways. Shasta77: Wade's attacking style of defense will always be susceptible to the big play. 1 overall, including best in pass defense yet there are many plays over the middle that often go for big yards. MHR - The Broncos defense ended the season No. Grab your double brewskies (in real life or emoji world) and give these two the cheers they deserve! Bye Week - Wild Card Weekend Our own Danny Trevathan-Brandon Marshall tandem of shasta77 and IndyBronco join us for the second half of this week's Ultimate Fan Guide to tackle how the Broncos fared over the regular season and how those battles have prepared this team for the game(s) to come.

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