moleculo
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Been hearing a lot of buzz lately about Trevor Siemian getting a legit shot at starting QB. Understandably, most folks don't believe a 7th rounder will win, but nearly all of the media who has been covering OTA's is beating the Siemian drum.
Legwold:
Here's the situation right now: Lynch isn't ready. Sanchez has a hurt thumb. Both of these guys are new to the system. Only Siemian has any familiarity with the playbook and personnel, which is probably why he's looking the best so far. However, it is certainly possible that he is able to build off of what he knows, and makes this a legit QB competition come July.
It's a situation worth watching.
Legwold:
Denver Post:Jeff Legwold @Jeff_Legwold 2h2 hours ago
Baffling how some believe guy who was eventual Super Bowl champs No. 2 QB for 2 months in '15 has "no shot'' to start #notpayingattention
Jeff Legwold @Jeff_Legwold 2h2 hours ago
Not saying Trevor wins #Broncos QB job right now, but am saying he's getting an honest look to win the job and it's wrong to say he's not.
Jeff Legwold @Jeff_Legwold 2h2 hours ago
The more people say it/write it, the more proof it is they are not talking to the people who are making the decisions.
Jeff Legwold @Jeff_Legwold 2h2 hours ago
Thus far in #Broncos offseason biggest mistake I've seen in what's been said/written about team is notion Trevor Siemian cannot win QB job.
Also from Denver Post:It’s an even split. The uncertainty around the Broncos’ starting quarterback competition is just as active on June 1 as it was on March 1. Mark Sanchez, Trevor Siemian and Paxton Lynch all are getting a fair shot until one separates himself from the pack.
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Sanchez is the veteran of the group, but Siemian is the leader when it comes to comfort and knowledge of the playbook. Both are far ahead of Lynch in that category.
“It’s an interesting dynamic, because Mark is the guy with the experience, but he has no experience here,” Kubiak said. “We don’t need to put too much on Mark right now. Just let him compete and play.”
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Siemian made the most “wow” plays of the quarterbacks, showing off his arm strength throughout the team sessions by firing accurate passes on tightropes. He got himself into a little trouble when his feet got stagnant in the pocket when facing pressure. In a true competition, Siemian said he can win.
“You’ve just got to be consistent, follow your keys and follow your feet,” Siemian said. “We’ve got a lot of competition. … It’s fun.”
I remember Kubiak being highly complimentary towards Siemian last fall. I remember from pre-season last year that the dude had a live arm, he just had to polish some stuff up, and show he could play with the big boys. He was on the roster all season as at least QB3, never pushed to practice squad. It's obvious the coaches see something in the kid they like. IIRC, Kubiak didn't think Siemian would be ready until 2017, but based on latest OTA reports, he could be viable sooner.While the competition makes headlines, Trevor Siemian makes plays. While the competition attracts reporters, Siemian lives in the margins.
He is the Other Guy in the Broncos’ quarterback derby. The defending NFL champions return to work Tuesday for organized team activities. Mark Sanchez could be sans brace on his left thumb, as the healing process continues, potentially allowing for snaps under center. Rookie first-round draft pick Paxton Lynch will possess another week of experience in the playbook. And then there is Siemian, who will quietly go about his business.
No one is predicting that Siemian will be the Broncos’ starting QB. But his candidacy should not be dismissed out of hand, given his talent and intelligence.
“I think Trevor has a maturity to him. He’s kind of the sleeper, I would say. Trevor knows the offense. He’s very comfortable and can throw the ball too,” coach Gary Kubiak said. “We’ve also seen him make big plays in the preseason games under the lights. I wouldn’t sleep on Trevor to win the job, either.”
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Here's the situation right now: Lynch isn't ready. Sanchez has a hurt thumb. Both of these guys are new to the system. Only Siemian has any familiarity with the playbook and personnel, which is probably why he's looking the best so far. However, it is certainly possible that he is able to build off of what he knows, and makes this a legit QB competition come July.
It's a situation worth watching.
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