Deal extended for Sundquist

[Angel]

Deal extended for Sundquist
By Bill Williamson
Denver Post Staff Writer



Ted Sundquist took time out from working to secure free agents to cement his future with the Broncos.

Denver's general manager, whose contract was set to expire at the end of this month, finalized an extension that could keep him with the only NFL team he has worked for through 2009. The final year is an option year.

"This is good news for the Denver Broncos and our fans," Broncos owner Pat Bowlen said. "Ted has been a big contributor to our success over the years, and I'm confident he will continue to work with (coach Mike Shanahan) to bring a Super Bowl champion to Denver."

Added Shanahan: "I am very pleased that we came to this agreement with Ted. He has been, and will continue to be, a big asset to the organization."

His signing means the team will be uninterrupted as it prepares for the new NFL calendar year, which begins March 3.

Sundquist, 43, has been Denver's general manager since 2002. His duties include personnel and the salary cap. The former Air Force fullback joined the Broncos as a scout. He will be entering his 15th season with the team.

Sundquist was a finalist for the team president's job in Seattle last year and previously had drawn interest from Chicago and Atlanta.

"I've been a Bronco going on 15 years, and it's hard to envision myself being anywhere else," Sundquist said. "This will ensure I will remain here over the course in what I think will be an exciting time for the organization."

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[Rupert]

I don't know. The personnel moves in Denver have been a little odd. I think the success is due to Shanahan's will and the system that is in place.

You might not be able to argue with the constant turnover at RB because they always seem to have someone to step in, but eventually that will come to bite them in the ass.

 

[Angel]

I don't know. The personnel moves in Denver have been a little odd. I think the success is due to Shanahan's will and the system that is in place.

You might not be able to argue with the constant turnover at RB because they always seem to have someone to step in, but eventually that will come to bite them in the ass.

When? :tongue: Seriously, the donkeys always seem to have a great RB every year...sometimes 2 even!!

 

[Rupert]

Yep, they sure do. Injuries can, uhh, hurt you, as can finding a RB who needs a little polish. Put those two together and they're in trouble.

I was shocked they kept old Mike Anderson and let Olandis Gary go, but they've always seemed to make the right move back there. I'd use a similar approach to many positions on the team, but I'd keep players around for more than 1 or 2 seasons. Sheesh!

 

[Angel]

Yep, they sure do. Injuries can, uhh, hurt you, as can finding a RB who needs a little polish. Put those two together and they're in trouble.

I was shocked they kept old Mike Anderson and let Olandis Gary go, but they've always seemed to make the right move back there. I'd use a similar approach to many positions on the team, but I'd keep players around for more than 1 or 2 seasons. Sheesh!

I agree with you...I was totally shocked when they traded Portis (though not unhappy with that move)...and also surprised when they traded Droughns....but then, they had a good season with Bell and Anderson. I liked the lil Q....I really thought some team would pick him up!!