Denver Broncos Trade Up For Paxton Lynch

The Denver Broncos knew they would have to be aggressive to get the player they needed, and they didn’t disappoint in that pursuit.

John Elway knows better than anybody about the value of the quarterback position.  Mark Sanchez cannot be the future of this team, but he is the ideal stopgap for somebody like Paxton Lynch out of Memphis, somebody with terrific physical skill but a raw passer in terms of his understand of pro offenses.  He should get there but only if the Broncos are patient.

Here is what the Mocks scouting network had to say about this kid.

"While he’s best suited to sit in the pocket, but he has enough mobility to move around and gain some extra yards. It’s certainly not blazing speed, but just enough to turn the corner or be an run-option threat. As a passer, his arm strength and accuracy are excellent. The accuracy down field is especially impressive.  You can also see him on some other plays get the ball out of his hand quick. I saw Lynch have his biggest success hitting receivers down the field on crossing routes in stride, which was great to see. He’s placing the ball right out in front of them and allowing the receiver to make the play.  Lynch also steps up in the pocket when needed and will take off when the situation is right."

Denver has their upside talent under center now.  Time will tell if their aggressive move up was the right one.