For Sean Payton, the Broncos’ preseason finale against the Rams is important for a number of reasons — not all of which have to do with what happens on the field.
For Sean Payton, the Broncos’ preseason finale against the Los Angeles Rams is important for a number of reasons — not all of which have to do with what happens on the field.
“I’m sitting there, and I’m like, ‘Glad you could make it,’” Payton said. “I’m just a mess now because he’s four hours before the game. I’m like, ‘What part of his routine is getting tossed?’ You don’t take any of that for granted.” Outside of traffic patterns, here’s a few other items to keep an eye on in the Broncos’ third and final preseason game:Denver’s wide receiver depth has taken a beating throughout training camp. First, Tim Patrick tore his left Achilles. Then KJ Hamler got waived with a non-football illness designation due to pericarditis. On Thursday,putting his status for Week 1 in jeopardy.
“We have been impressed with him,” offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi said. “Hopefully, he keeps developing and keeps performing as he has. We are optimistic about him.” Sanders will have a key role this season. He has proven that he can impact the game in many ways, whether it’s special teams, matching up against tight ends, or blitzing the quarterback.“Week 1 of the preseason to Week 2 was significant,” Payton said. “I would say it was that way on defense for him, and it was that way in the kicking game.”Outside the wide receivers, a handful of players will use Saturday to make one last impression.
Defensive lineman Elijah Garcia has been solid in preseason. Against the 49ers, he totaled a pair of tackles, a quarterback hit and an interception. Running back Jaleel McLaughlin appears to have secured a roster spot, but another strong performance wouldn’t hurt.
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