Terrence Knighton in the playoffs?

[TDs3nOut]

Has the Denver DT made himself a household name? That might be a little overstated, but the big man has been a monster!

 

[FaCe-LeE-uS]

Knighton vs. Lynch in the SB is going to be a matchup to watch...

 

[Money]

Knighton vs. Lynch in the SB is going to be a matchup to watch...

If Knighton dominates Seattle's OL like NE's, Lynch won't stand a chance.

 

[Midnightangel]

They didn't get to Brady all day but when they did they made it count - it was usually Knighton.

 

[TDs3nOut]

They didn't get to Brady all day but when they did they made it count - it was usually Knighton.

Knighton has gotten some pressure up the middle in both playoff games (along with Malik Jackson). Even more impressive than Knighton's QB pressure, though, has been his effectiveness in the run game.

 

[TDs3nOut]

Knighton vs. Lynch in the SB is going to be a matchup to watch...

Containing Lynch definitely figures to be a key.

 

[Morpheus]

They didn't get to Brady all day but when they did they made it count - it was usually Knighton.

That right there is the key to getting Brady off his spot. Pressure up the middle. If you rush from the edge, he just steps in the pocket to throw. Get him off his spot and he throws off balance as he is not a very mobile QB and accuracy suffers when hurried or moving.

 

[Logicallylethal]

Knighton is a beast. He is very likely going to dominate our weak guards. Hopefully our pro bowl center Max Unger can match up to him

 

[TDs3nOut]

Knighton is a beast. He is very likely going to dominate our weak guards. Hopefully our pro bowl center Max Unger can match up to him

Here is a piece that discusses how outstanding Knighton has been in the playoffs so far and how important he figures to be in the Super Bowl against Unger and the Seattle rushing attack.

Monday Observations: Broncos' title hopes hinge on 'Pot Roast' Knighton - CBSSports.com

Excerpt:
"The Seahawks have the most punishing running back in the NFL in Marshawn Lynch, and he will not fear the interior of this Denver defensive line. Far from it. Coach Pete Carroll will not abandon his direct approach to the run game, going heavy with power, and even if it isn't there early, his will to run will not relent. Carroll knows that one back-breaking run could come at any point -- we all saw Lynch get off on the dominant 49ers defense in the second half Sunday -- and Knighton will have to deal with one of the premier centers in the league as well.

Oh, and there are more designed runs ahead for Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, for sure, and when things break down he can pick up huge chunks of yards with seeming ease. Even more will be asked of Knighton. Should he deliver, then it stands to reason that Manning will get more praise and glory than ever before, and his position atop the all-time quarterbacking Mount Rushmore will be complete.

Manning, as we know, would be seeking out a postgame Bud Light. I'm guessing the man they call "Pot Roast" might be plenty content to celebrate with a GD snack. If the Broncos are holding that trophy, then undoubtedly Knighton will have earned it."