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Denver Broncos: Week 10 Position Grades

By Cameron Parker

Nov 13, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; Denver Broncos defensive back Will Parks (34) returns a blocked extra point for two points during the fourth quarter of a game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Broncos defeated the Saints 25-23. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 13, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; Denver Broncos defensive back Will Parks (34) returns a blocked extra point for two points during the fourth quarter of a game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Broncos defeated the Saints 25-23. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports /
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Wide Receiver Grade: A-
Tight End Grade: B-

Nov 13, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) celebrates a fourth quarter touchdown catch against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 13, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) celebrates a fourth quarter touchdown catch against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports /

Unlike last week, Trevor Siemian put his weapons in opportunities to succeed. Emmanuel Sanders did not get the yardage, but became a trusted target on third and longs. Demaryius Thomas took an enormous step forward in reclaiming the elite status Denver Broncos fans know him for. Numerous one-handed catches salvaged drives and scores against a New Orleans secondary ranked near the bottom in every defensive category.

Thomas’ spectacular effort on the touchdown snag may be the best in his time in a Broncos uniform. Before the season started, fans were curious what Thomas will we see. This year appears to be a more physical receiver who is not afraid to blow up a defensive back by any means necessary.

Yes, arguments may be thrown receivers made Siemian look better than he did. However, part of a quarterback’s duty is to take chances on 50/50 throws for them to make a play. Siemian, Thomas and Sanders passed with flying colors. The best throw of the game to Jordan Taylor gives a glimpse of a quarterback’s future and wide receivers rapport.

Wide receiver earned a grade of A- due to ability to make plays.

The tight end position is a Gary Kubiak cornerstone in an offense. It appears that group is used more past few weeks. Virgil Green is running after the catch better also. This is a sign of more usage in the offense and game plan. Green will earn more reps, but there is a lull in production stat wise. However, it continues to be more than in week’s past.

Much like Green, AJ Derby is more involved in the offense. After the trade with the New England Patriots, the Denver Broncos coaches made it known how they felt about Derby. This is an indication of the role he would play in their attack. Derby is the same size as Jeff Heuerman, but coaches appear to ensure better confidence in newly acquired tight end than the ex-Buckeye.

Derby finished every play and route he had with force. However, one drop brought the grade of the tight end B-. Again, a better performance every week earns more improved score.

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