Buckle-up, Broncos Country. This offseason is likely to bring significant change to this Broncos team as well it should.

Year 2 of the Sean Payton era is underway and he has 3 major problems to solve:

Who’s the quarterback of the future for the Broncos?

Russell Wilson has done an admiral job of trying to help the Broncos win, but he’s obviously not the solution to any problem the future of the Broncos holds at quarterback. Payton will have to maneuver trading or releasing him to find the answer for the future of the position.

The Broncos may need to trade up to get the right player. Many teams require an upgrade at quarterback and the Broncos likely won’t be able to sit tight at pick #12.

What needs to be done to fix the running game – new backs or improved line?

My honest answer is that both issues exist for the Broncos. The talent at running back on the current roster is lacking. We got to see Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin, and Samaje Perine all season long and none of them looked like players with starting-caliber talent. I do think McLaughlin and Perin are talented depth running backs. But the Broncos can and should be looking to get more talented running backs on the roster for 2024.

The line isn’t without its faults as well. After bringing in Ben Powers and Mike McGlinchey in 2023, both signings honestly underwhelmed. The crazy thing is that neither of them are candidates for an upgrade. They both will need to improve to help this Broncos offense begin to hum in 2024. Do look for a possible change at center with Lloyd Cushenberry being an unrestricted free agent.

How will this defense find a front seven capable of creating pressure and stopping the run?

I honestly don’t know where to start with the defensive front seven. Actually, I do. Keep Zach Allen. Everyone else on the starting roster for this defensive front is a very real option to be upgraded.

The Broncos pass rush was at best ineffective all season long. They ranked 20th in the league at sack percentage and I challenge you to find a team with a worse run defense than the Broncos.

There aren’t enough draft picks to solve all of these problems. Look for some value free agents to be brought in to help shore up the front this off-season.

Broncos News:

Mile High Morning: Broncos’ ‘really good rookie class’ flashes potential in first season in Denver
Denver’s rookie class made an impact on all three units and showed why it will be an integral part of the Broncos’ future.

NFL playoffs show that Broncos can win with lots of dead money – Denver Sports
A massive dead-money charge could challenge the Broncos … but the playoffs show that it doesn’t need to be an excuse.

Former Broncos play-caller now guiding potential No. 1 pick Caleb Williams – Denver Sports
Caleb Williams declared for the NFL Draft, and the man preparing him for the big stage is a former Broncos play-caller.

Other NFL News:

NFL truth be told: Cowboys and Eagles need change; Jared Goff and Baker Mayfield deserve flowers
What’s next for the Cowboys and Eagles after both NFC East teams bailed out of the playoffs in humiliating fashion? Are the NFC North upstarts in Green Bay and Detroit for real? Is Josh Allen poised to knock off Patrick Mahomes? Adam Schein provides nine

Mike Tomlin tells Steelers players he plans on coaching team in 2024
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin told players on Tuesday the speculation about him stepping away is unfounded and he plans on coaching the team in 2024, NFL Network Insider Mike Garafolo reported.

Eagles All-Pro center Jason Kelce retires after 13 seasons following wild-card loss to Buccaneers
After the Philadelphia Eagles’ season-ending playoff loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday night, center Jason Kelce announced he’s retiring following his 13th season.

John Schneider is in charge of coaching staff, personnel for first time as Seahawks GM
Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider confirmed during a Tuesday news conference that for the first time in his career he will have authority over both the team’s coaching staff and all football personnel matters.

Falcons interview Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh for coaching vacancy – ESPN
The Falcons announced Tuesday they had completed an interview with Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh.

Manufacturer says Patrick Mahomes’ helmet ‘did its job’ despite breaking – ESPN
VICIS, which makes the ZERO2 helmet that Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes wears, said its product “did its job” despite a piece breaking off in the freezing cold of Saturday’s playoff game.

Todd Bowles credits Bucs for staying the course amid rocky stretch – ESPN
One day after the Buccaneers delivered a shocking playoff upset of the Eagles in the wild-card round, coach Todd Bowles credited the organization with “staying the course” when the team had lost five of six games and appeared destined for a losing season.

No, Brett Favre Didn’t Say Taylor Swift Is Dating Travis Kelce for Publicity or a Money Grab – Sports Illustrated
Here’s how a fake Favre quote about Swift spread on social media.