Mike Pritchard

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Former Contributor to DenverFan.com

Ask Pritch: How does Noah Fant fit with the Broncos?

Among other things, Noah Fant can use his speed to help the Denver Broncos stretch the field, says Mike Pritchard. (Mobile users, click here if you cannot see the video)
5 years ago

#AskPritch: Is 1,000 yards really an achievement for CJ Anderson?

With the Denver Broncos pedigree in terms of rushers, where does a possible 1,000-yard season for CJ Anderson stack up in terms of achievements?   “Pritchard & Cecil” host Mike Pritchard tackles that question in this week’s #AskPritch.
6 years ago

#AskPritch – Pritchard: Should the Broncos trade up in the draft?

With the Denver Broncos looking like they’ll land in the mid- to late-top 10 in next year’s NFL Draft, Mike Pritchard examines whether the team should make a deal to move up.
6 years ago

#AskPritch – Pritchard: Where do the Broncos go from here?

After ending the club’s longest losing streak in the Super Bowl era, “Pritchard & Cecil” co-host Mike Pritchard tackles how the Denver Broncos go about rehabilitating its winning image.
6 years ago

Pritchard: Motivated Broncos earn big win in front of loyal fans

The Denver Broncos snapped an eight-game skid Sunday with a 23-0 win over the New York Jets. Here’s “Pritchard & Cecil” co-host Mike Pritchard’s big three observations from the Broncos shutout: 1. A complete game from a motivated Broncos team A motivated Broncos squad finally played a complete game and got a much-needed victory at […]
6 years ago

Pritchard: After loss, Broncos Country should set sights on future

The Denver Broncos lost for an eighth consecutive time Sunday, this time to the Miami Dolphins by a score of 35-9. And with that, “Pritchard & Cecil” co-host Mike Pritchard’s big three observations turn toward the club’s future. 1. Broncos offense needs a complete overhaul • Quarterback problems? Check. • Running back rotation not working? […]
6 years ago

#AskPritch – Pritchard: What does the future hold for Siemian

Once again stepping into the Denver Broncos starting quarterback role, what’s Trevor Siemian’s career trajectory from here on? “Pritchard & Cecil” host Mike Pritchard answers that in this week’s “#AskPritch.”
6 years ago

Pritchard: Broncos woes start at the top and roll downhill

After Denver dropped a seventh straight game for the first time in 50 years, here’s “Pritchard & Cecil” host Mike Pritchard’s big three Broncos breakdown: 1. Win from now on? No doubt general manager John Elway mortgaged the Denver Broncos future in order to win a Super Bowl with Peyton Manning on the roster. Elway […]
6 years ago

Pritchard: Turnovers, sputtering offense do in Broncos once again

1. Turnovers do in the Broncos once again The Denver Broncos officially have more turnovers than touchdowns. After Sunday’s loss, Denver has collected five rushing and 12 passing touchdowns. Tack on two defensive touchdowns and the Broncos have 19 total on the season. Compare that with the nine fumbles lost and 14 interceptions thrown, and […]
7 years ago

Pritchard: Broncos offensive rollercoaster ride in need of maintenance

Through eight games of the 2017 NFL season, I’m officially declaring the Denver Broncos offense is in the shop. It’s been a rollercoaster-type year so far. The Broncos started off with a nice accent to the top of the AFC with an impressive 3-1 record but since have come crashing down with four consecutive losses. […]
7 years ago

AskPritch – Are the Broncos talented enough to make a playoff run?

The Denver Broncos are reeling right now, but does the roster even possess enough talent to make a playoff run? “Pritchard & Cecil” co-host Mike Pritchard tackles that question in this week’s #AskPritch.
7 years ago

Pritchard: Broncos uncharacteristic outing leads to identity crisis

1. Broncos defense out of character What usually happens when you point a finger?  You have three fingers pointing back at you. And on Sunday, the Denver Broncos defense was the unit giving up a bunch of big scoring plays. It was an uncharacteristic outing from the No. 1 defense in the NFL. “I told […]
7 years ago

Watch – Pritchard: Philly environment second only to The Black Hole

“Pritchard & Cecil” co-host Mike Pritchard says playing the Eagles at The Vet in Philly was an environment second only to The Black Hole in Oakland.
7 years ago

Watch – Pritchard: Just one way Paxton sees field for Broncos in ’17

The Denver Broncos made the switch to Brock Osweiler at quarterback this week, further putting into question not only the future of Trevor Siemian with the club but also Paxton Lynch. With that in mind, “Pritchard & Cecil” co-host Mike Pritchard explains the only situation in which Lynch could see the field this season for […]
7 years ago

Pritchard: Broncos offense bleeding with no bandage in sight

1. Broncos offense a wound Denver can’t plug The Denver Broncos have not figured out to plug the open wound that is its offense to stop the bleeding. Poor quarterback play, dropped passes, and a few breakdowns by the offensive line with regards to protection led to another below-average performance. The trend (downward) continues. 2. […]
7 years ago

Pritchard: Broncos have a legendary QB problem, identity crisis

The 2017 Denver Broncos find themselves in the difficult transition away from a legendary quarterback. Well, welcome to the club. Sure, the Miami Dolphins have been back to the postseason since Dan Marino retired in March of 2000. But it’s been rare — five games and one win in 17 years. The San Francisco 49ers […]
7 years ago

#AskPritch – Is Siemian too ‘laid back’ to lead Broncos?

Quarterback Trevor Siemian has been dubbed “laid back,” in terms of his personality, but is it negatively affecting the Denver Broncos offense? Mike Pritchard tackles that question in this week’s #AskPritch.
7 years ago

Pritchard: Broncos locker room may be in jeopardy after Chargers loss

1. Broncos offensive line problems persist. The NFL is a non-excuse league. And the Denver Broncos do not have one player on its entire roster who can play right tackle. After the game, head coach Vance Joseph said, “We’re not blocking well. We’re not protecting well. We had some good plays called again today, we […]
7 years ago

Pritchard: Broncos shouldn’t take the ball out of Siemian’s hands

After five games of its 2017 season, the general consensus gives the Denver Broncos just one option for offensive success: run the football. Training camp for the Broncos started with a quarterback competition between Trevor Siemian and Paxton Lynch. But after an angry performance in the third preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers, Siemian forced […]
7 years ago

Mike Pritchard’s Big 3 Broncos breakdown – Week 6 vs. Giants

1. Protection issues are still a concern for the Denver Broncos The New York Giants shut down the Broncos rushing attack on Sunday, forcing Trevor Siemian throw the ball 50 times and sacking the quarterback four times. “After the first three series, we got him kind of shook because he wasn’t expecting what we were […]
7 years ago

Watch – Pritchard: Could adding back Ray be a luxury for the Broncos?

Could bringing back Shane Ray from the physically unable to perform list be viewed as a luxury for the Denver Broncos? Mike Pritchard, former Broncos and Buffs star and co-host of “Pritchard & Cecil,” tackles that question in this week’s edition of “#AskPritch.”
7 years ago

Pritchard: Can Butt, Ray returns send Broncos packing for Super Bowl?

Competition at every position on the Denver Broncos will make them Super Bowl ready. It started during training camp when new head coach Vance Joseph declared a quarterback battle between Trevor Siemian and Paxton Lynch. It has now moved to the tight end position and the outside linebacker position with the return of Jake Butt […]
7 years ago

Pritchard: Siemian needs to step up for the sake of his career

For the sake of his career, Trevor Siemian needs to play better. It might be a crazy statement to make right now, but some interesting possibilities still surround the Denver Broncos. The Broncos starting quarterback and offensive captain has an amazing story. Siemian’s a seventh-round draft choice back in 2015 who is now trying to […]
7 years ago

Watch – #AskPritch: Siemian’s prospects as Broncos long-term QB option

As the Denver Broncos head into the bye week with a 3-1 record, “Pritchard & Cecil” co-host Mike Pritchard examines in this week’s “AskPritch” how Trevor Siemian has done under center and what that means for his long-term prospects as the team’s go-to quarterback.
7 years ago