“Schlereth and Evans” make their 2021 predictions for the Broncos

All of the preparation is in the rearview mirror. OTAs and minicamps have come and gone. Training camp is over. And the preseason is in the books.

Now, it’s time to see what the Broncos are for real. Their 17-game slate for the 2021 season kicks off on Sunday against the Giants.

Will they get out of the gates quickly, ending Vic Fangio’s winless streak in the month of September? Will Teddy Bridgewater be the long-sought answer at quarterback? Will the defense live up to all of the hype?

Answers to these questions and more will unfold during the next four months. To provide a preview, however, all of the shows on The Fan were asked to make their predictions for the upcoming season.

Here’s how “Schlereth and Evans” see things unfolding for Denver:

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MIKE EVANS

Season Record: 8-9
Offensive MVP: Melvin Gordon
Defensive MVP: Von Miller
Biggest Surprise: K.J. Hamler
Biggest Disappointment: Teddy Bridgewater
Bold Prediction: Mike Munchak is named interim head coach by Halloween

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MARK SCHLERETH

Season Record: 9-8
Offensive MVP: Jerry Jeudy
Defensive MVP: Von Miller
Biggest Surprise: Special teams shine
Biggest Disappointment: Noah Fant
Bold Prediction: Pat Surtain has a Pro Bowl season

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Stay tuned all week for more predictions from your favorite hosts at The Fan.