AFC Notes: Broncos, Jets, Ravens

Broncos

• Broncos HC Vance Joseph told reporters that they need another quarterback, but a veteran would be their No. 3 option, so they may instead draft one in the later rounds. (Mike Klis)
• In regards to Tony Romo, Joseph referred to him as a “non-issue” and added that they haven’t had one meeting about him up to this point. (Troy Renck)
• Joseph said of their decision to bring in Oklahoma RB Joe Mixon for a visit: “We brought Joe in because he didn’t go to the combine….He had that incident but he’s owned it. He’s a nice young man.” (Nicki Jhabvala)
• Joseph said C Matt Paradis (hip surgery) “will be fine for camp.” (Andrew Mason)

Jets

• Jets HC Todd Bowles announced that there will be competition at quarterback this summer between Josh McCown, Christian Hackenberg and Bryce Petty. (Brian Costello)
• Although, Bowles would not rule out the Jets taking another quarterback with the No. 6 overall pick. (Ralph Vacchiano)
• Bowles also added that he isn’t against keeping four quarterbacks on their roster again this season. (Connor Hughes)
• Bowles mentioned that they may sign a fullback at some point and claimed that they didn’t need one in Chan Gailey’s offense. (Rich Cimini)
• Bowles also confirmed that they will eventually bring in another kicker to compete with Chandler Catanzaro. (Ralph Vacchiano)
• Bowles expects Devin Smith to be in the mix at receiver this year and hinted that Jalin Marshall’s suspension could hurt place on their depth chart. (Rich Cimini)

Ravens

• Ravens HC John Harbaugh mentioned that they’re obviously looking for a pass rusher. (Jeff Zrebiec)
• Harbaugh said that Pro Bowl G Marshal Yanda underwent shoulder surgery this offseason but will be ready for the start of training camp. (Jeff Zrebiec)
• Harbaugh predicted that DL Timmy Jernigan will have the best year of his career and didn’t deny that there’s been some trade talk involving him. (Jeff Zrebiec)
• Regarding players being on the trading block, Harbaugh said: “Everybody’s up for a trade. I’m sure if the Ravens got enough they’d trade me in a second.” (JP Finlay)
• Harbaugh appeared to challenge WR Breshad Perriman, saying: “He has to be out there making a difference for us. Period. End of story.” (Jeff Zrebiec)
• Harbaugh confirmed that they wanted to re-sign veteran WR Torrey Smith before he agreed to a deal with the Eagles. (Jeff Zrebiec)
• Harbaugh did say that he would like to have WR Anquan Boldin back but admitted that this is up to GM Ozzie Newsome. (Jeff Zrebiec)
• According to Harbaugh, Terrance West is currently their No. 1 running back on their depth chart. (Jeff Zrebiec)
• Harbaugh said there will be position battles at center between John Urschel and Ryan Jensen and right tackle between James Hurst, De’Ondre Wesley and Stephane Nembot. (Jamison Hensley)