James Casey to Broncos: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction

April 11, 2015   ·   Adam Wells   ·   Jump to comments

The Denver Broncos have added depth to their pass-catching group by signing former Philadelphia Eagles tight end James Casey. 
According to the Broncos' official Twitter account, Casey agreed to a one-year deal with the team:
In six NFL seasons with Houston and Philadelphia, the 30-year-old Casey has caught 72 passes for 842 yards with six touchdowns. 
Casey first met with the Broncos in late February, per Mike Klis of The Denver Post. 
The Broncos need depth at tight end after losing Julius Thomas in the offseason. Owen Daniels will likely be the starter with Dominique Jones as the backup. 
However, according to Cecil Lammey of ESPN Denver, Casey's versatility could lead to him playing mostly at fullback with the Broncos: 
Whatever role the Broncos have in mind for Casey, he's going to immediately feel comfortable with the team. Gary Kubiak, who is entering his first season as Denver's head coach, drafted Casey in the fifth r...

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