NFL Takeaways: 32 Truths Ahead Of Opening Day
By Erik Lambert
Dec 28, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) and defensive end DeMarcus Ware (94) react to a sack in the first quarter against the Oakland Raiders at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
Denver Broncos
Pass rush is going to bring lots of hurt
It shouldn’t be a surprise at this point. Wade Phillips is one of the most experienced and proven defensive coordinators in NFL history. He’s merely proving it again. One facet that is sure to make the Denver Broncos a dangerous team is their pass rush. Von Miller and DeMarcus Ware were bad enough last year, but now it seems they have help in the guise of big lineman Sylvester Williams and rookie Shane Ray. As a team they have 12 sacks in two preseason games, three more than the next closest. They also have five forced fumbles.
Provided Peyton Manning has one more year in him, this team still has a legitimate shot at the Super Bowl if the defense plays like this all year.
Next: Detroit