The Broncos made a splash during the first day of free
agency signing former Charger offensive lineman Louis Vasquez to a $23.5
million contract. $13 Million is guaranteed.
The move was surprising and daring as it permanently marked
where the organization stands with long-time veteran guard Chris Kuper. The
former Pro-Bowler has been injury-prone for most of the previous two seasons.
The Broncos have been praised for this recent pick up, as Vasquez is one of the
premier offensive linemen in the league.
Undeniably the best lineman on the Chargers the past two
years, Vasquez will provide Manning with even more protection, and also create
better run blocking schemes, alongside tackle Orlando Franklin. It’s clear that
Denver wants to spend the bulk of their money protecting their most prized investment
for future years.
In other news, the Broncos re-signed special teams Pro-Bowler
and long-time Bronco David Bruton to a three-year deal. Bruton has been a
dominant player for the past few seasons, and finished last year with the
second most tackles amongst all special teams players. Bruton says he is “blessed”
to remain in blue and orange.
Also, The Denver Post reports that the Broncos are very
close to cutting a deal with former Jacksonville Jaguar Terrance Knighton. If
the deal is finalize, Knighton will re-unite with his former head coach, Jack
Del Rio, and would most likely fit well in the current defensive scheme.
Knighton is described as a dominant run-stuffer who should fit well alongside
Kevin Vickerson.
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