Mark Sanchez Comments on Broncos Selecting Paxton Lynch in 2016 NFL Draft

When the Denver Broncos drafted Paxton Lynch in the first round of the 2016 NFL draft, it became abundantly clear the team planned on going into the season with Mark Sanchez as its starting quarterback.

That’s the impression Sanchez has gotten as well, as he told reporters Monday, per Mike Klis of 9News.com:

Absolutely. That’s been the message I’ve received. I’m thrilled about this opportunity. Whether it was a veteran that came in, any of the names that were out there, any of these guys in the draft that are becoming pros this year—my focus wouldn’t change.

The most important thing for me was to get involved with the players here. Meet these guys, develop a relationship, learn this playbook as fast as I can, and then get involved in the community and establish myself as a leader on this team.

And that’s going to take time. That’s going to take reps no matter who was here.

Without question, Lynch is the quarterback of the future. But despite his immense talent and upside, he’s a major project who didn’t come from a pro-style offense and will need time to adjust to the NFL game. 

Sanchez seemingly has no problem mentoring him during that time. 

“If you’re confident in your ability, you’ve got no problem helping a guy,” Sanchez said, per Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com. “If you see something, …

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