USAT: Broncos Wire audio clip

USAT: Broncos Wire

Mar 25, 2022

The Denver Broncos brought in former Seattle Seahawks offensive lineman Brandon Shell for a free agent visit earlier this week, sparking speculation that he might be the team’s short-term fix at right tackle. ESPN even reported that Shell was poised to sign with the team. - It was a bit of a surprise, then, when the Broncos agreed to terms with Billy Turner on a one-year deal on Thursday evening. - So, what happened? - Apparently, Turner had an under-the-radar visit in Denver last week before Shell, according to KUSA-TV’s Mike Klis. Turner spent the last three seasons with the Green Bay Packers under new Broncos coach Nathaniel Hackett and offensive coordinator Justin Outten. - Klis believes Turner’s familiarity with Denver’s offensive scheme was likely the deciding factor in the Broncos’ decision to sign him over Shell. - - Broncos were deciding between Seattle’s Brandon Shell and Packers’ Billy Turner for RT. In the end, it likelely came down to Turner spent past 3 years with Hackett/Outten in GB zone blocking system. #9sports

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