Thread: Do you think it is the Rookie's job to lose at Punter?

I don't know his name because I don't know the name of anyone who the broncos drafted this year, but anyhoo, he is from Syracuse, and they got him in the 7th round I think.

It is his job to lose, right? because no way anyone is paying 4 million for a punter, (especially one who punts like poop in altitude (although he did have a good super bowl if I remember correctly)

I think it will be a completely open competition, I don't believe it's anyone's "job to lose". It's their job to win, if they don't then they can go kick somewhere else.

Of course the Broncos are not going to leave themselves with a punter that gives them poor field position. In that respect, I believe they will allow an honest competition. However, if the result is a toss up, they will decide on the side of cap room and use the money toward Von's long-term contract.

You just sent Danny into a fit of rage.

I think his job would be to punt. Why would losing at punter be his job?

Originally Posted by BroncoWave

You just sent Danny into a fit of rage.

Damn straight. The lack of respect I get around here. He totally ignored my awesome thread. I'm gonna have a bf.

I realize Colquitt's got a chunky cap hit, but it's hard to imagine Elway prefers a 7th round rookie over a guy who's spent his career in Denver and KILLED it in the postseason. Colquitts gross average was >45 yds in the SB and he actually had a HIGHER NET against TED GINN. I'd rather bring his cap hit down to $2M with an extension that lets him retire a Bronco than roll the dice on a 7th round rookie. The phrase "bargain basement Super Bowl Champs" doesn't come up much.

What if they both suck?

Originally Posted by Jaded

What if they both suck?

Not applicable: Colquitt doesn't suck.

Originally Posted by Jaded

What if they both suck?

Then we nut

Originally Posted by Jaded

What if they both suck?

Then you'll get your chance.

I wpuld say the job is still Colquitts but if its close he will have to take a pay cut or be cut

Colquitt stepped up in the postseason. He's had been grossly overpaid the last 3 years, but the postseason he had was worth every penny. He was money punt after punt. I think it will be an open competition. Elway is not one to throw away draft picks. The fact that he spent a 7th rounder on this kid means he'll get a legit shot.

Originally Posted by NightTerror218

I wpuld say the job is still Colquitts but if its close he will have to take a pay cut or be cut

He already took pay cut last season. It might be his job to lose but, the fact that Elway drafted another punter means he's on very shaky ground.