Broncos new offensive lineman Graham Glasgow played center for the Lions last season but Denver seemingly plans to slot him in at right guard in 2020. So who will replace center Connor McGovern, who left to join the Jets?
Right now, the candidates are Patrick Morris and Austin Schlottmann, according to KUSA-TV’s Mike Klis.
Last season, Morris (25) received a game ball after coming in to replace an injured Dalton Risner against the Lions in Week 16. Though he primarily plays center, Morris performed well as a fill-in guard in a 27-17 win.
“I think both Pat and Jake [Rodgers] came in and did commendable jobs,” Broncos coach Vic Fangio said after the game. “Really, Pat’s position of choice or best position is center.
“He’s a guy that can finish a game for you at guard, but he went in there and played well, as did Jake. Really, kudos to those guys.”
Rodgers entered the game to replace an injured Elijah Wilkinson.
Morris was claimed off waivers by Denver after being cut by the Steelers in December. Schlottmann (24) signed with the Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2018. Both of them are versatile center/guards. Schlottmann has more experience — four starts compared to Morris’ mere two fill-in appearances.
Unless the team drafts a center in April, it looks like Schlottman and Morris will compete for snapping duties and Glasgow will play as a guard.
