John Elway for Senate?

Redstate.org floats an interesting rumor that appears to be gaining some steam. There is precedent for this, given that former Nebraska head football coach Tom Osborne ran for and won a House seat after he retired from coaching. Elway is a Republican, he's as close to a sports deity as there is in Colorado, and he is from outside the political establishment, so I think he'd at least have a shot if he decides to run...I for one hope he does.

Elway Seen As Potential Senate Candidate

Legendary Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway would be heavily recruited by the GOP to run for Senate in Colorado should Sen. Wayne Allard (R) choose not to run again, former GOP Rep. Scott McInnis tells the AP. McInnis said that if Allard doesn't run, and Gov. Bill Owens (R) opts not to run, he would enter the race, but added that at that point, there would be a "substantial effort" to recruit Elway. McInnis added, "I think Elway could clear the field."