Yeah, I think the 'old way' is history. Sounds like starters will play minimally all pre-season from how they've been talking. I would be surprised if they went 3 qtrs, especially since they didn't play at all first game.
I think all starters with Wilson running ground game for a set or 2. The Left side Oline needs to have someone to show up without Brown. Passing will be done with replacement QB. I believe Denver has a solid Defense.