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Denver Broncos: How offensive position groups stack up in AFC West

By Nicholas Manning

DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 22: Courtland Sutton #14 of the Denver Broncos stands on the field as he warms up before a game against the Detroit Lions at Empower Field at Mile High on December 22, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)
DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 22: Courtland Sutton #14 of the Denver Broncos stands on the field as he warms up before a game against the Detroit Lions at Empower Field at Mile High on December 22, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) /
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SAN DIEGO, CA – OCTOBER 13: Melvin Gordon #28 of the San Diego Chargers runs past Chris Harris #25 of the Denver Broncos during the second half of a game at Qualcomm Stadium on October 13, 2016, in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)
SAN DIEGO, CA – OCTOBER 13: Melvin Gordon #28 of the San Diego Chargers runs past Chris Harris #25 of the Denver Broncos during the second half of a game at Qualcomm Stadium on October 13, 2016, in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) /

Running Backs

Denver: RB Melvin Gordon, Phillip Lindsay

Phillip Lindsay is a Pro-Bowl, two-time 1,000-yard rusher. Melvin Gordon is also a former Pro-Bowl running back eclipsing 1,000 yards rushing two years ago. The tandem was brought together to provide a variety of skill sets available for Pat Shurmur.

When looking at a variety of metrics, Gordon (15) and Lindsay (19) both ranked in the top 20 in overall effectiveness per Football Outsider. Overall, the Broncos have quite a one-two punch. 8.0

Kansas City: RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire, RB Damien Williams

Damien Williams came on strong last season, culminating in a performance in the Super Bowl worthy of the game’s MVP consideration. There may not have been a better fit for a team than the Chiefs selecting Clyde Edwards-Helaire in the first round of this year’s draft. Both backs can provide a spark in the run and pass game. 7.5

Los Angeles: RB Austin Ekeler, RB Josh Jackson

Austin Ekeler performed above expectations throughout the year catching over 90 passes. His performance made Melvin Gordon expendable as the team would not pay both backs.

Josh Jackson performed admirably when he was given a chance. The team may struggle a bit to establish a rhythm as both backs are not a traditional bell-cow. 7.0

Las Vegas: RB Josh Jacobs, RB Jalen Richard

Josh Jabobs showed why he deserved to be a first-round pick in 2019. Jacobs is a true 3 down back, impacting the game as a receiver and rusher. Jalen Richard showed a to be an effective receiver out of the backfield, but should not take many carries from Jacobs if possible. 7.5

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