John Lynch: The Decision, Part Three

This is a four part article that will be taking a look at one of the best safeties to ever play the game, John Lynch. A decision about his retirement looms, and its ripple effect will be felt throughout the Broncos organization as everything from the Free Agency period to their potentially strong, 8-pick draft will be shaped and altered by whichever lot he tosses into the murky pool that is the Broncos’ defensive future. Will it be the decision to retire, leaving $2 mil on the table? Will it be the decision to return, possibly having to accept less playing time and risking injury?

MHR’s own Hoosierteacher took some time to look at the John Lynch situation with me, and provided some of his excellent knowledge and analysis of not only Lynch but of the difficult and oft misunderstood nature of the position he plays. We will be getting his take on the situation throughout this series.

Part One was a look at John Lynch the player and the safety position in general, and looked at what Lynch has done for the Denver Broncos since signing in 2004. Part Two was a more in depth look at John’s performance through the 2007 season, a campaign that saw the Denver Broncos post only their second losing season under Mike Shanahan while fielding one of the lowest ranked defenses in the NFL. Part Three will take a closer look at the situation the Broncos are in, and what their options are at the safety position. And finally, Part Four will be the conclusion and the opinions of HT and myself regarding what the best decision should be.

Part Three

Was Lynch utilized correctly during the season?

From Part Two I can confidently say that the game tape proves HT quite right. In fact, the only improper use of Lynch would probably been to have kept him back in a deep zone at free safety. It should be noted that in the first three games (prior to injury and then being moved into the box) Lynch’s coverage was near perfect, even in the deep zone. His first step is exemplary of on-field intelligence and experience, and in today’s NFL

                        

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