Note: This is a team-by-team look previewing the 2007 season. These are my official thoughts on how I think things will play out.
Last year: 9-7 (third in AFC West)
Best addition: Brandon Stokley (WR, Colts)
Key personnel loss: Al Wilson (LB)
2007 outlook: With all of the moves Denver made in the offseason, Stokley is probably the most underrated acquisition. Even though the Broncos added big names on both offense and defense such as Travis Henry, Dre' Bly and Daniel Graham, the only WR's who have proven to have more big play potential are the aging Rod Smith and last year's key WR acquisition Javon Walker.
On defense, the Broncos let Wilson go because they think they have suitable replacements - which may be the case - but the defensive line could still use a lot of work. The Broncos first two picks in this year's draft were linemen but it remains unseen how much Jarvis Moss and Tim Crowder will contribute right away.
Key to success: How the newer pieces mesh with the old pieces will once again be the difference between making the playoffs and barely missing out like last season. Jay Cutler's development will also play a key part in how far the Broncos go this year. However, Mike Shanahan always seems to be able to get the best out of his players so a return to the playoffs is probably likely.
Against Washington: Denver last faced the Skins in 2005 with the Broncos winning 21-19. The two teams do not face each other this season.
Fantasy sleeper: Stokely. The key addition is the choice here as well as he will probably play a similar role in Denver to the one he had in Indy where he often had big games being the third guy along side Marvin Harrison and Reggie Wayne. While Smith and Walker may not quite be Harrison and Wayne, they are close enough that Stokley will often be able to exploit saftey's and nickel corner's 1-on-1, a dream matchup for any Stokley owner.
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