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It is not a secret that former Broncos quarterback John Elway is a douche bag. But this path to being a bitter, legendary Broncos figurehead really reminds me of Anakin Skywalker’s transformation into Darth Vader in Star Wars. John was a bright eyed, extremely talented kid hailing from California when he started. Anakin was a bright eyed, extremely talented kid hailing from Tatooine when he started. As time marched on John was repeatedly given a chance to play in the Superbowl. Repeatedly he saw the Broncos fall apart. As time marched on Anakin was repeatedly given a chance to secure victory against the rebellious Sith lords. Repeatedly he saw these battles end in failure. John hardened his heart and lost his humanity in order to obtain his coveted Superbowl ring (his fast approaching retirement age may also be a factor). Anakin hardened his heart and lost his humanity in order to bring balance to the Force (the death of his wife during this period may also be a factor).
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