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Denver Broncos: Week 8 Position Grades

By Cameron Parker

Oct 30, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos cornerback Bradley Roby (29) returns a interception for a touchdown in the second quarter against the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos cornerback Bradley Roby (29) returns a interception for a touchdown in the second quarter against the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports /
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Special Teams Grade: A

Oct 13, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; Denver Broncos kicker Brandon McManus (8) kicks a field goal as punter Riley Dixon (9) holds for him against the San Diego Chargers during the second quarter at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 13, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; Denver Broncos kicker Brandon McManus (8) kicks a field goal as punter Riley Dixon (9) holds for him against the San Diego Chargers during the second quarter at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports /

Special team is an incredible weapon as a field kicker, punter and returner. The Denver Broncos on Sunday showed two facets from Brandon McManus and Riley Dixon. McManus was perfect on the afternoon, but did not attempt a field goal over 50-yards, but still performed well.

Dixon made the underrated play of the game, when the offense was backed up on the two-yard line. He boomed a 68-yard punt with a little over two minutes remaining. Dixon proved the strong leg is worthy to be drafted after his performance earning a game ball from the coaches after the game. If the Broncos are not succeeding in the return game, then there needs to be game changers from their kickers instead.

Jordan Norwood ran well, but the lack of momentum changes on their side is a bit disturbing. He is a better returner than people give him credit for; however, he there does not seem to be the incentive to perform like it. The Broncos showed interest in Michael Campanaro in previous weeks and it is safe to say, if it continues the team needs to change this area. Omar Bolden appears to still be a free agent if the Broncos chose to look in his direction, but right now that appears to be unlikely. Overall, the special teams earns an A grade.

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