Denver Broncos: Drafting a QB at no. 5 is wise

The Denver Broncos, despite the acquisition of QB Case Keenum, still have a chance to set themselves up for the future by drafting QB at #5. Choose wisely…

After thinking about things, I believe it’s wise for the Denver Broncos to draft a QB at #5.

With last week’s acquisition of OT Jared Velheer, this gives the Broncos a solid option-if healthy.

Quenton Nelson of Notre Dame’s a popular pick on many mock draft, but now OL isn’t necessary here.

I do appreciate Orange and Blue Radio 760’s Andrew Mason sharing his thoughts here.

I see this as a well-put and wise take from Mason.

In fact, despite having Robert Griffin III (who had not busted yet) in 2012, the Redskins drafted Kirk Cousins.

The future saw the wisdom of that unfold, at least making Cousins fabulously wealthy at Minnesota.

In any event, we know Case Keenum can do well when called upon.

Nevertheless, with the Broncos giving him only a two-year deal, the stage may still be set for a young quarterback.

Of the prospects the Broncos could draft at quarterback, I like Baker Mayfield the most.

I think he has sufficient athleticism to make plays when freelancing.

Additionally, I think, as his Wonderlic score attests, he has the brains to master an NFL playbook.

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While he has committed transgressions, I believe he has “repented” and is willing to focus on his tasks at hand.

If you have the opportunity to have two stud QB’s in your stable (think the 2017 Eagles), why not go for it?

That is, after all, the best way to win in the NFL in which we now live “a quarterback’s league.”

If Veldheer can do what the Broncos think he can, the offensive line should be better than 2017.

If this happens, the Broncos’ offense can take a quantum leap from a paltry 2017.

The skill positions are still full of studs, with wide receivers Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders, among others.

Running back De’Angelo Henderson may finally get the opportunity he needs to excel and tight end Jake Butt may finally stay healthy.

If these things materialize as the Broncos hope, a return to the playoffs could be a thing, but draft wisely!