Broncos Evaluate Veteran Tight End Marcedes Lewis, 41
Free agent tight end Marcedes Lewis, at 41 years old, continues to pursue his football career. Recently, the Denver Broncos evaluated his skills during a workout. Previously a first-round draft pick in 2006, Lewis has a rich history in the NFL.
Marcedes Lewis: An NFL Veteran
Lewis’s career began with the Jacksonville Jaguars, where he played for 12 seasons. He later spent five years with the Green Bay Packers before joining the Chicago Bears for the past two seasons. Last season, he participated in all 17 games, although his contributions were limited. He recorded just one catch for two yards.
Broncos’ Tight End Situation
The Denver Broncos are currently facing challenges at the tight end position. Recently, Nate Adkins suffered an injury, and Lucas Krull was already sidelined due to a foot injury. As a response to these setbacks, the Broncos attempted to acquire tight ends Brendan Bates and Ben Sims via waivers. Unfortunately, both players were claimed by other teams with worse records.
Historic Status of Marcedes Lewis
Should Lewis join the Broncos or any other team, he will make history as the second-oldest active player in the NFL. The only player older than him would be Aaron Rodgers, the quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, who is just five months his senior. Lewis has already established himself as the oldest tight end to ever play in the league.
- Age: 41 years
- Draft Year: 2006
- Teams: Jaguars, Packers, Bears
- Recent Statistics: 1 catch for 2 yards
- Current Injuries: Nate Adkins (Broncos), Lucas Krull (foot injury)
As the season unfolds, it remains to be seen if Marcedes Lewis will secure a place on the Broncos roster or another team. His experience and skill may prove invaluable as teams look to bolster their tight end options.
