Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton expressed optimism that the team will get back on track after the squad dropped to 0-2 on Sunday.
“We know that we have what we need in this locker room and we will get it figured out,” the team captain said following a 13-6 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
What gives Sutton the confidence to make that statement?
“Multiple reasons, but I’ve seen the work ethic of every single one of the guys in this locker room practice squad included, has put in throughout the entirety of training camp and in practice,” Sutton explained. “I see the work that goes into it. I see what time guys show up to the facility in the mornings. When it’s an off day I see the work guys put in during those days. I see the dedication that guys put into the prep that guys do to make sure they are ready for the games.
“When you see that and you know you have guys that are dedicated and love this game and love what it take to be able to be successful you know you can have the confidence and faith that we will show up and have success. Yes, we fell short the last couple of weeks, but there is no waiver, because I know the guys will continue to show up and go to work the way they have and we will go into the meeting tomorrow with a mindset of it wasn’t perfect, what do I need to do to make sure I’m taking accountability for my mistakes so that moving forward we can have as much success as we possibly can.”
It’s a good answer from Sutton — spoken like a team captain — but Denver needs to back up the talk with better performances on the field. We are only two games into the season, but the Broncos are already in danger of falling into a hole too deep to dig out of this fall. Up next is a road game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. If Sutton and Co. are going to turn things around, they need to act quickly.
