“Sandy and Shawn” 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 “Sandy and Shawn” see things unfolding for Denver:

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SANDY CLOUGH

Season Record: 8-9
Offensive MVP: Jerry Jeudy
Defensive MVP: Justin Simmons
Biggest Surprise: Javonte Williams will rush for more than 1,000 yards
Biggest Disappointment: Courtland Sutton won’t hit 1,000 receiving yards
Bold Prediction: Teddy Bridgewater will complete more than 70% of his passes and eclipse 4,000 yards

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SHAWN DROTAR

Season Record: 8-9
Offensive MVP: Jerry Jeudy
Defensive MVP: Von Miller
Biggest Surprise: Melvin Gordon retains the No. 1 (or No. 1a) running back job all season long
Biggest Disappointment: Ronald Darby doesn’t play up to his big contract
Bold Prediction: Teddy Bridgewater starts all 17 games for the Broncos

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