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Every year since the fullback joined the Broncos it seems the team has promised to bring back the relevance of the position. This season it might actually happen." Denver Broncos RosterAndy Janovich looking for an expanded role in Broncos’ new offense — againNew Royce Freeman Jersey ,40commentsEvery year since the fullback joined the Broncos it seems the team has promised to bring back the relevance of the position. This season it might actually happen.MDTSelected in the sixth round of the 2016 NFL Draft, fullback Andy Janovich has been waiting patiently for the Broncos to use a fullback in their offense the way they keep promising.But with Rich Scangarello taking over to become Janovich’s fourth offensive coordinator in four years, this could finally be the Year of the Janobeast. Andy Janovich profileWhen Janovich was drafted by the Broncos in 2016, Broncos Country immediately grew nostalgic of the Mike Shanahan/Gary Kubiak offense that made great use of Howard Griffith’s blocking, rushing and receiving talents. In Griffith’s four years in Denver in the late 90s, he logged 68 receptions for 445 yards, along with 117 rushing yards and a total of seven touchdowns. But the promise of a run-heavy offense, powered in part by a fullback never really came to fruition under Kubiak in2016 and then never gained any steam under Mike McCoy or Bill Musgrave. So Broncos Country — and Janovich — are salivating somewhat over the possibilities under new offensive coordinator Rich Scangarello who comes from the 49ers, working in Kyle Shanahan’s system that took great advantage of fullback Kyle Juszczyk’s ability as a route runner and a blocker.“A lot of stuff [Juszczyk] did, I can do. I can block. Whatever route running they’ll have me do, I think I can do it,” Janovich said earlier this month on Orange and Blue Radio. “That guy never came off the field, so I’m excited just to get more playing time.”The former Nebraska Cornhusker is known for his penchant to deliver hard hits - and enjoy it. And his consistent work ethic plus a “do-whatever-it-takes” mentality about football has earned him the respect of teammates, who rewarded him with a team captain designation in 2018.Heading into his fourth year — and final one on his rookie contract — this season could be a big test for Janovich.The goodAlthough Janovich has never gotten the Howard Griffith offensive stats we’ve all hoped for, his blocking has been second to none - often being the impetus behind many game-changing plays from the Broncos’ offense.He is a versatile fullback who can do it all — run, catch, block John Elway Jersey , tackle, and play special teams. He’s also known to be a weight room warrior, and we’ve all seen there’s never a block he won’t take.But he has been known to be a great rusher and receiver when he’s needed to be.And when his football career comes to an end, there’s always baseball apparently. As the home-run derby winner in a recent charity event, Janovich crushed it.The bad If there is something “bad” about Andy Janovich, then you tell me, because I don’t see it.He’s a tough player who works hard, doesn’t mind being in the background to a big play but takes care of business when he needs to be the center of it. His teammates chose him as a special teams team captain for a reason, and his selfless play speaks volumes.If anything, the only “bad” has been the general game plan that has never taken full advantage of No. 32’s talents.QuotableJanovich had joined Andrew Mason and Steve Atwater last week on “1st and 10” and when Atwater asked what Janovich thought of football today compared to the days of good ol’ smash mouth football, Jano clearly knew he was talking to the Smilin Assassin.The reply got a nice chuckle out of Mase and Atwater, who added, “that’s just the mentality of a fullback.”Andy Janovich HighlightsAndy Janovich’s roster status with the BroncosJanovich’s status as the starting fullback is relatively safe, though he could have a little competition from rookie George Alston who would certainly be cheaper in the coming years as Janovich is on the final year of his rookie contract. But MHR’s Joe Rowles recently classified Jano as one of the Broncos’ important “role players” whose new contract is certainly not going to break the bank. As a 2018 captain and a hard-hitting, tackle-loving baller, Janovich’s status on the team should be safe. How much he is used is still waiting to be seen. John Elway and the Broncos have used this trait to great success over the last two drafts." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesHorizontal - WhiteMile High Reporta Denver Broncos communityLog In or Sign UpLog InSign UpFanpostsFanshotsSectionsBroncosOddsShopAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 322 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Broncos NewsBroncos 2019 Draft ClassBroncos PodcastsBroncos 2019 ScheduleKey Offseason DatesCommunity RulesFull ArchiveBroncos StoriesScheduleRosterStatsOdds Shop About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub ✕Filed under:NFL DraftDenver Broncos 2018 DraftDenver Broncos NewsBroncos draft picks have something in common: leadershipNew,81commentsJohn Elway and the Broncos have used this trait to great success over the last two drafts. Broncos draft picks have something in common: leadershipPhoto by David Becker/Getty ImagesJohn Elway has found his groove when it comes to the NFL Draft. The last two years Womens Joe Flacco Jersey , he and his staff have used their codex to great success for the Denver Broncos — they target captains and leaders on their college teams. So those players are a combination of confident, humble, mature and well-spoken. The first four picks for Elway and the Broncos in this year’s Draft followed that path. Right on cue, Denver employed the same strategy with their two picks in the final rounds on Saturday when it selected linebacker Justin Hollins from Oregon and receiver Juwann Winfree from Colorado. Both were captains on their respective teams and bring those same qualities from college to the Broncos. In terms of Hollins, he brings needed depth to Denver’s edge guys but enough versatility to play inside if Vic Fangio needs it. Hollins can also contribute on special teams. When you add in his ability to create pressure in the passing and running game (14 sacks, 36 tackles for a loss in his career for the Ducks) to forcing turnovers (seven forced fumbles for his career), this is a great pick. Former NFL scout Dan Shonka said Hollins could be the sleeper of the draft for the Broncos. Christoper Hart made a great point when he saw a tweet from Jim Leavitt. Leavitt coached Hollins at Oregon. Leavitt also coached with Fangio during their time together with the San Francisco 49ers. Connections matter. No doubt there was insight from Leavitt to Fangio on Hollins.What will endear Hollins to fans is when he told Andrew Mason, Brandon Krisztal, Mike Rice and Ryan Edwards: “Hopefully I can be a Bronco for the rest of my life.” In terms of Winfree, the pick seemed to catch people off guard given what else was on the board at receiver. But there’s no doubt the fact he played for the Buffs helped. “I know Phillip Lindsay put in a huge word for me with the Broncos,” Winfree told the media after the pick. “That’s my big brother right there.”That, and being a guy who has high upside and will put in the work for Denver. Ryan Koenigsberg noted that over the last two years, 11 out 16 draft picks for the Broncos have been team captains (seven in 2018, four this year). The other five no doubt could have been.After the success of the 2018 draft, Broncos Country and NFL fans wanted to see how Elway and Denver would respond. Well, Elway and the Broncos have now killed it in two-straight drafts. It’s clear the codex they uncovered prior to last year is working to great success.