Shanahan to talk with Beuerlein

[Cntrygal]

Beuerlein spent most of 2002 as a backup to Brian Griese , but he did start the final game against Arizona after Griese was benched. Beuerlein said at the end of the season he would need time to decide whether he wants to go through another season.

The Broncos could release Griese by June 1 to save money on the salary cap and have given him permission to talk with other teams about a trade.

That seemed to open the door for Beuerlein to become the starter next season, but the signing of Jake Plummer made it clear the Broncos will want Beuerlein as a backup -- a role he might not want at age 38.

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[The_Philster]

Beuerlein's best days are behind him. If they still want him as a backup, he should do it.

[Cntrygal]

Update

Denver Broncos quarterback Steve Beuerlein will return for a 17th season.

Beuerlein said just three weeks ago that he was leaning toward retirement after his third season with the Broncos, but changed his mind after talking to coach Mike Shanahan.

Shanahan flew to Charlotte, N.C., to visit Beuerlein and his family on March 7, a day after the Broncos signed free agent quarterback Jake Plummer. more...