Broncos and Avalanche living in the past

-Drew Suppes

Ten years ago, the Denver Broncos and Colorado Avalanche were each at the pinnacle of their respective organizations.  The Broncos were the team to beat in the NFL after winning back to back Super Bowl Championships.  The Colorado Avalanche set an NHL record with nine consecutive division titles, in route to winning two Stanley Cups.

Ten years later, fans, journalists, and members of each organization are suffering from the worst condition in sports: they are all living in the past.

Mark Schlereth is a sellout…or a very smart man

Mark Schlereth is a sellout!  Or is he?

When the 3 time Super Bowl Champion (2 with the Broncos, 1 with the Redskins) was last wearing pads and protecting our beloved John Elway, he never spoke a word to the media (a doctrine of Denver Broncos offensive linemen in their championship days).  He was a 6’3″ 290lbs blocking machine from Alaska nicknamed “Stink.”

Nowadays, it’s a little bit of a different story.  Roughly 10 years later the guy is about 70lbs lighter, well groomed and everywhere to be seen!

I’ve put together a little bit of an anecdote for everyone.  Keep in mind, parts of this story are true, parts are fictitious.