Even the most optimistic Bronco backers will tell you there is some concern over the state of the tackles this season. Elway made it clear how he views Garett Bolles when he did not pick up the 2017 first round pick’s fifth year option. Elijah Wilkinson’s only starting because JaWuan James opted out.
I spent a few weeks studying both of the Broncos’ starting tackles this past off-season and came away unimpressed. Barring a huge jump from both, match-ups against good to elite speed rushers are going to be huge problems. For this reason, I’m anxious to see how the Broncos handle Harold Landry.