There’s nothing like a high-profile vacancy in Broncos Country to get the Colorado sports press corps up in a lather. This week’s climax came soon after George Paton was announced as the 13th Broncos general manager. That’s when word leaked on Twitter that Paton dined on a “wedge salad and 12 ounce NY strip” at Elway’s steakhouse as his contract was being finalized back in Dove Valley. That, dear readers, is what we here in the Grading the Week offices call synergy. George Paton — B+ It also might be the only blemish on an otherwise impeccable hire. Is 12 ounces of red meat and a salad really all it takes to seal the deal, George?