Mark Sanchez is getting a change of scenery and a new task: replacing Peyton Manning.
Instead of being buried deep in Philadelphia’s depth chart, Sanchez has a chance to lead Denver’s defense of its Super Bowl title.
He proved early in his career that he could take a team with a great defense on a deep playoff run, and he will be asked to do the same in Denver if he emerges as the starter.
The Broncos acquired Sanchez, a seven-year veteran, from the Eagles on Friday, a move John Elway, Denver’s general manager, called the first step toward replacing Manning.