The Facts: It was a mild surprise Denver didn't add a rookie to its QB room during the draft -- Justin Fields and Mac Jones were both available when the Broncos were on the clock with the No. 9 pick. It would be a shock if new general manager George Paton and Co. were able to swing a deal for Aaron Rodgers. Odds are Drew Lock and Bridgewater will be battling it out this summer. The latter, who joined the Broncos just two weeks ago, sees what most everyone else does in his new squad. "It's a talented football team, and it has so many pieces," Bridgewater said. "I'm just glad to be a part of what they're doing around here and what we're trying to build here. It's a great, unique opportunity for me to come in and compete and lead at the same time. I'm just grateful for this opportunity."
Diehards Line:There's no doubt Denver boasts talent and/or potential at every position group. There's also no doubt the least inspiring of those is QB. No NFL starter threw interceptions at a higher clip last year than Lock (3.4 percent), who was unable to build on the promise he showed in a shortened rookie season. It's why the Broncos traded for Bridgewater and will have an open competition before the season. The 28-year-old veteran is coming off a steady but unspectacular season himself, only his second as a full-time starter. Throwing a mere 15 touchdowns probably contributed to him being exiled one year into a three-year pact. We'll all be watching to see how this competition plays out.