Broncos’ 2021 roster is still a ‘work in progress’ – Broncos Wire

After the Denver Broncos signed cornerback Ronald Darby and running back Mike Boone, re-signed defensive lineman Shelby Harris and picked up outside linebacker Von Millers contract option, general manager George Paton said the teams roster still needed more improvements.

Its been an exciting week, Paton said on March 18. Free agency is always an exciting time and this week has been no different. We have a long way to go, but I think weve helped our football team. I think weve improved. Again, we have a long way to go, but Ive liked the process from the start.

Since he made those remarks, Denver added another free agent cornerback Kyle Fuller and gave a four-year contract extension to safety Justin Simmons. Its probably safe to assume Paton still feels the roster could use more help, particularly at linebacker.

Its a work in progress, Paton said of the teams defense. Were not there yet. We have the rest of free agency. We have the draft to add good, young players that fit our culture and fit the scheme. We have a ways to go. Im really happy with the additions we have, but we have time and were working the phones. [When] we go back, Ill be on the phone. Its a long process and I think by the time we get to the season, well feel good about this defense.

Adding a cover linebacker, a safety to groom and more depth at cornerback, on the defensive line and at outside linebacker, the Broncos defense will be in position to have a big year in 2021.

On offense, Denver appears to be a quarterback away from really clicking. Paton will need to decide if he thinks Drew Lock will make a jump, or if a new option needs to be added. But thats a conversation for another time.

For now, the Broncos are making progress. Theres still more work to do.

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Broncos' 2021 roster is still a 'work in progress' - Broncos Wire