The Alliance of American Football is off to a solid start https://www.broncosfanstore.com/Ronald-Leary-Jersey , but one thing it has shown is the dearth of solid quarterbacks. The NFL doesn’t have 32 quality starters, so how in the world can any other professional football league have any quality starters? (Notwithstanding Kurt Warner’s story.)The AAF, though, did talk to two quarterbacks who would sell tickets and generate interest.League co-founder Bill Polian told Lindsay Jones of that CEO Charlie Ebersol talked to Colin Kapernick about the quarterback’s interest in playing in the league.“I don’t know what transpired, but he’s obviously not playing,” Polian said Thursday.Polian said he personally spoke to Tim Tebow, who declined. Kaepernick, who hasn’t played since 2016, continues to hold out hope he will get a second chance in the NFL. Tebow is in spring training with the New York Mets, and Orlando Apollos coach Steve Spurrier said this week on that Tebow’s decision was understandable. : The first version of this story said the AAF “reached out” to Kaepernick. Jones clarified that her tweet should have said “talked to” Kaepernick as the AAF did not initiate the phone call. Who’s where?" Denver Broncos NewsA look at the Broncos’ bubble battlesNew,43commentsWho’s where?MDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:A look at the Broncos’ bubble battlesTwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailWill Walker breakout under Vic Fangio?Photo by Joe Amon/The Denver Post via Getty ImagesIf you haven’t already read the 15 things I learned after reviewing the Broncos’ first preseason game, I’d advise you to check it out now. If you have, you probably noticed I shared an updated roster projection at the end.How I see the roster as of August 5th, 2019. Following Sunday’s practice, Vic Fangio was asked if Theo Riddick’s addition to the roster put pressure on Devontae Booker. He shared an illuminating thought:Now, I’m not the best at math Royce Freeman Color Rush Jersey , but a quick look at the picture above should reveal that I currently see 33 Broncos as 100 percent locks for the 2019 roster. If you add in the seven guys that should make it barring something crazy, Fangio’s 40 is clear. So where will the coaching staff find its next 13?OffenseDevontae Booker, Khalfani Muhammad, and Devontae Jackson fighting for RB4.TE3 and maybe 4?Winfree leads the way at wide receiver, but others have flashed.What hogs can avoid the knife?As I mentioned Saturday, if the Broncos are looking to carry another running back, that battle will go down as the most exciting this preseason. Devontae Booker has to lead the way until he doesn’t, as he brings the size and experience neither 1st year player does. However, KOA’s Benjamin Allbright reported Sunday that there are teams who have shown interest in Booker, including the Houston Texans. It remains to be seen, but if the coaching staff feels comfortable enough to move on, they could potentially net a pick for the fourth-year veteran. A few weeks ago, Broncos insider Andrew Mason speculated that the team could carry four tight ends. On its head, this makes a lot of sense if Rich Scangarello is looking to utilize more two tight-end sets. I even looked into how the roster construction could work to make this a reality. The one problem with that scenario: who are they going to carry?At the time of writing this, Jake Butt hadn’t practiced since the third day of camp. Bug Howard has also missed time while recovering from injury. At the moment, Troy Fumagalli looks like the third tight end Brandon Marshall Jersey , while Austin Fort continues to show off his hand-eye coordination. If I had to bet on two today, they would be the guys. Fort would essentially serve as the backup Joker to Noah Fant, while Fumagalli would work behind Jeff Heuerman. Looking at other pass catchers, I’ve gone back and forth on designating Juwann Winfree a “near lock” because he’s certainly done his part to ensure he makes the active roster. That would put the receiving corps at five with six probably making the team. Special teams is going to be a huge factor here, but there are three other receivers who have caught my eye for better or worse in the first preseason game.Kelvin McKnight looked like the leading returner. It’s still early enough that this could change quickly, but he showed the most. On a similar note, Langley’s muff was even more egregious on a second look. He was having an awesome camp in the first week, but needs to turn it on now that games are happening. Lastly, Steven Dunbar looked like he was getting open a lot more often than his quarterbacks were finding him. Everyone remembers the fumble, but he could be one to keep an eye on. Up front, Fangio has previously said the team will carry 8, 9, or even 10 offensive linemen. It’d be a surprise if Elijah Wilkinson or Don Barclay didn’t make that final cut, but the competition behind them could prove vital for the long term foundation of the offense. Jake Brendell looks to have a decent grip on an interior spot, while Chaz Green worked as the number two tackle behind Garett Bolles in the preseason game. I didn’t find him inspiring by any means, especially when he had to get depth in his drop https://www.broncosfanstore.com/Devontae-Booker-Jersey , but perhaps Munchak can squeeze more out of him. DefenseHorace Richardson, Malik Reed, and A.J. Johnson are soft locks for the roster.DeMarcus Walker looks like the 6th DL. Corner and safety seem wide open. Josh Watson looks like a practice squad linebacker at worst.Horace Richardson shouldered ahead of every other corner in what I could make out on the broadcast tape. Much like the competition at receiver, this could be drastically different under All-22, but I have to work with what NFL Game Pass provides, and that’s where I’m at. Richardson looks like a slot corner, so it will be interesting if he plays on the boundary more in practice or games over the rest of the preseason.Malik Reed was about as dominant as you could ask an undrafted 6’1 240 lb rookie to look. So long as Fangio’s looking for pass rushers to fit into his sub-packages (and 80% of the 2018 Bears D was out of nickel), Reed may be a fit if he can keep it up.A.J. Johnson and DeMarcus Walker are the other two “bubble” guys I’d peg as current leaders. Walker is taking to the new defense like a fish to water. He was always miscast in the Joseph D, but reports have suggested he came to camp in better shape as well, which is encouraging. Johnson looks like the sturdiest backer behind Todd Davis and Josey Jewell. He doesn’t have the top end range Joe Jones brings, but he’s improving in coverage and bangs against the run. Another guy who looks like a clean fit is CSU rookie Josh Watson, who logged some nice snaps last week. If he doesn’t make the active roster, I’d bet Fangio tries to keep him around on the practice squad. After that, it gets more murky. Broadcast tape makes it hard to truly evaluate corners and safety play. A couple things I did notice:Su’a Cravens had a couple nice plays and a gaffe in coverage. Linden Stephens’ DPI was the kind of judgement call play that will never be overturned under review, but it won’t get called half the time either. While it’s good that Trey Johnson caught the interception, the ball went right to him Adam Gotsis Color Rush Jersey , so I’m not ready to lock him in just yet.Shamarko Thomas had a nice sack and stands out as a reliable special teamer. Trey Marshal looked like the main culprit on the Falcons’ touchdown. It’s impossible to say without knowing the call, but it did look like he was responsible for picking up the back and just failed to do so.Alijah Holder had some rookie moments.As I’ve mentioned with all of my preseason musings, it’s very early. Any of this could change, as it’s one game in a five-game preseason with a slew of practices mixed in. 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