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Continuity holds key to Drew Lock s success
Justin Simmons earns Good Guy Award for third time
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Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
By: Troy Renck
and last updated 2020-12-16 22:34:32-05
DENVER The comparison from fans and media was inevitable, creating envy, anger, but also hope.
Buffalo s Josh Allen represents the type of quarterback the Broncos need. And they passed on drafting him with the fifth overall pick three years ago, despite deep familiarity with his college career at Wyoming.
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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons on Wednesday will be presented with the 14th Annual Darrent Williams Good Guy Award, as selected by the team s local media.
The award was created in memory of former Broncos cornerback Darrent Williams, who passed away on Jan. 1, 2007, after completing his second season with the team. The award is given annually to the Bronco who best exemplifies Williams enthusiasm, cooperation and honesty while dealing with members of the press.
The first three-time winner of the award, Simmons was also recognized by the Broncos local media in 2017 and 19. Other players who received significant consideration for this year s honor include guard Dalton Risner and safety Kareem Jackson.