Broncos' Free Agent Silence Raises Concerns

0:00On March 17th, the NFL's new league year is one week old, and every team except the Denver Broncos has signed at least one outside free agent. Denver entered with $22 million in cap space after a strong 14-3 season that earned them the top AFC seed. But General Manager George Patton has only resigned players already on the roster, like Alex Singleton and JK Davins. That 14-3 finish included an 11-game win streak, where nine games were decided by a single score, and six by a field goal or less. While Denver focused inward, rivals loaded up. The Ravens gave Trey Hendrickson a $112 million deal. The cheese added running back Kenneth Walker III, and even the Titans. Took Denver's own John Franklin Myers. Fans and insiders worry this approach leaves the Broncos vulnerable, especially after losing ground on the defensive line. The team's young quarterback, Bo Nyx, shown last year with the league's lowest sac rate at 3.47%.

1:01But his receivers had the second highest drop rate among starters. Instead of chasing a reliable target, like a possession receiver, Denver is counting on young players such as Troy Franklin and Lil Jordan Humphrey II. Step up. This puts big pressure on the upcoming draft to address needs at edge rusher and safety. With the AFC West heating up, the Broncos are betting their recent high mark becomes their baseline, eyeing second-wave veterans or draft picks to. Stay competitive before training camps start.