The Facts: Entering 2016, the top of the TE depth chart has been overhauled. Owen Daniels has been released and Vernon Davis signed in Washington. The Broncos are now counting on Green, Jeff Heuerman and Garrett Graham to be first in line to produce. "With [Daniels] being gone, there is a better chance," Green said of his opportunity as a pass-catcher. "I really want to, in training camp, show that I can be not just the pass guy, but just the every-down tight end guy."
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In five seasons in Denver, Green has been pigeonholed as a blocker. The 27-year-old boasts intriguing athleticism, but last season was his first over 100 yards receiving (173 yards on 12 catches). "I want to show I can be the guy in the passing game," Green said. "In this offense, you have to be a team guy. And if my number is called, I have to be ready to roll." Indeed, tight ends play a critical role in Gary Kubiak's offense. From blocking in the run game, to pass catching on the bootleg, to being primary receivers in the red area, the Broncos offense will rely on tight ends producing regularly. The question is whether Green will continue to be viewed more as a blocker than a receiver. Heuerman, who missed his entire rookie season after tearing his ACL in minicamp, could become the more prolific receiving target. But Green believes he can have the largest impact in the red zone, where the younger, more mobile quarterbacks -- Mark Sanchez, Paxton Lynch -- can open up the playbook. With Kubiak's preference of playing two tight ends, the opportunity is there. Green needs to prove he's ready.