Horse Tracks 11/21/09 - Orton called game-time decision; Jordan and Harris ruled out

DPP - QB a great story, but bad timing - Dave Krieger
"Only one thing keeps this from being a Disney movie: It's about the worst week of the year for the Broncos to have an unsettled situation at quarterback."

DPP - Passes of San Diego's Rivers flow freely against Denver Broncos - Jeff Legwold

DPP - Broncos hurting at running back
"Rookie Knowshon Moreno figures to get the bulk of the tailback work, with Peyton Hillis possibly getting an occasional carry...Rookie outside linebacker Robert Ayers was fined $5,000 for the major face-mask penalty he committed against Washington's Santana Moss on a punt return."

DB - Examining Our Expectations - Mike Rice

DB - An Equal Protection Clause - Chris Gentilviso

INDT - Going in opposite directions? - Hunter Ansley

SI - San Diego Chargers vs. Denver Broncos - Adam Duerson

DB - A Few Minutes With Wesley Woodyard - Broncos
Does anyone have the slightest clue as to why so many TV announcers pronounce his name as "wood yard"? I just don't get it - I look at his name and there's only one way to pronounce it...

DB - Making Up For Lost Time - Zach Eisendrath
Hmm. Maybe Spencer Larsen is bad luck and Brett Kern is good luck for the Broncos...they're 6-0 without Larsen and with Kern, 0-3 vice versa. I kid, I kid....

DB - This Week in Gameday: Expanding His Legacy - Zach Eisendrath

CSG - Broncos confident if Simms starts - Frank Schwab

CSG - Broncos: Three things to watch - Frank Schwab

CSG - Broncos top 10: Best draft picks - Frank Schwab

PFW - Buckhalter says McDaniels is same, win or lose - Dan Parr

CBS - Peek at the Week: Reeling Broncos must find way to derail hot Chargers - Clark Judge

AP - Kyle Orton Misses Practice Again, May Play Sunday

Chargers News

SDUT - Kick cover units aim to make big impact - Kevin Acee

SDUT - Broncos pose a different challenge - Kevin Acee
"Right tackle Jeromey Clary did individual drills but did not work the team period of yesterday's practice and is listed as questionable for tomorrow...Should Clary not be able to go, Brandyn Dombrowski would make his first career start at right tackle."

NCT - Rivers looks to improve on completion percentage - Scott Bair

Giants News

NYDN - New York Giants could be without Antonio Pierce after MRI reveals bulging disk in linebacker's neck - Ralph Vacchiano

NYDN - New York Giants cornerback Aaron Ross is hungry enough to switch positions to get on field - Ralph Vacchiano

NYDN - Dry-eyed Tom Coughlin must find way to turn around New York Giants - Gary Myers

AFC West News

ESPN - Final Word: AFC West - Bill Williamson

KCS - Chiefs LB Studebaker has plenty of drive - Adam Teicher

SFC - Asomugha lets lockdown coverage do the talking - David White

SFC - Gradkowski's teammates laud QB's approach - David White

OT - The Darrius Heyward-Bey drops: Bengals receiver Chad Ochocinco weighs in on the Raiders rookie - Steve Corkran

NFL Opinion

USAT - The Bell Tolls: Caution needed as the NFL tackles head injuries - Jarrett Bell

SN - NFL Week 11: Ten bold predictions - RealScouts
"The Chargers have won two of their last three games in Denver, and we think they're going to make it three out of four...Look for an aggressive game plan from the Bolts, including some no-huddle series to keep those aging Broncos defenders on the field."

SI - NFL Week 11 Viewer's Guide, including Colts-Ravens - Ross Tucker

NFL - First coaching casualty could start landslide around the league - Jason La Canfora

SI - Chris Johnson aims to beat out Adrian Peterson for rushing title - Peter King

ESPN - Oakland Raiders, Cleveland Browns truly offensive - Adam Schefter

NFP - QB class of ’07 endures tough times - Wes Bunting

NFP - There’s still life in Ricky Williams’ legs - Andrew Brandt

SI - Tennessee Titans' Vince Young making most of second chance - Michael Rosenberg

FH - Spielmans' Special Story of Love and Life - Lisa Olson

NYT - Quiet Subdivision Is Home to a Booming N.F.L. Blog - Richard Sandomir

FOX - Mailbag: VY, the Bears and Jared Allen's mullet - Jay Glazer

NFL - Many happy returns: Special teams speedsters have a leg up - Bucky Brooks

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$5,000 for the Ayers facemask… I’d say Robert got off kind of lucky there. Maybe the NFL took it easy on the fines since they felt bad about the terrible officiating that clearly benefitted the Redskins. Especially the Jason Campbell fumble that wasn’t.

If Moreno has another big game tomorrow, I think we win. McDaniels really needs to exercise more patience with the run game. Our D has been on the field far too much this season and it’s time for the offense to do their part.

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by McGeorge on Nov 21, 2009 7:52 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

the bright side

I’m hoping that if Simms starts, McD will have to call more runs, with Hillis actually getting carries.

"Take what you can. Give nothing back!"

by Colorado_Kitten on Nov 21, 2009 9:33 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Prety heavy price for losing division

I’d rather we win the game, even if Hillis does not even dress. Don’t get me wrong, I love Redneck, but I’m Broncos fan first

by si_ice on Nov 21, 2009 10:53 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Don't misunderstand

I don’t wish Simms to start. I’m just looking for the bright side IF he does (which it looks like that is the case).

"Take what you can. Give nothing back!"

by Colorado_Kitten on Nov 22, 2009 11:28 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

What about Harrison?

Did he get fined for the helmet-to-helmet hit on Buckhalter at the end of the Steeler game? I never heard anything about a fine, but I thought it was pretty blatant.

by bostonbroncofan on Nov 21, 2009 10:06 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

yes it was

I would hope you would support who we are. Not, who we are not. Coach Norman Dale "Hoosiers"

by dmitchell624 on Nov 21, 2009 10:24 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Or the one Lorenzo Alexander laid on LaMont Jordan

Character may be manifested in the great moments but it is made in the small ones -- Philip Brooks

by KaptainKirk on Nov 21, 2009 11:21 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

What is the exact rule on 'helmet-to-helmet'?

by bfree2bronc on Nov 21, 2009 12:12 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Officiating was terrible last week

I would hope you would support who we are. Not, who we are not. Coach Norman Dale "Hoosiers"

by dmitchell624 on Nov 21, 2009 10:24 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

That game as well as the officiating left a sour taste in my mouth.

by bfree2bronc on Nov 21, 2009 12:13 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Wood Yard

I’m pretty sure that’s how Wesley pronounces it. At least I remember hearing that somewhere.

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by blackhillsbronx on Nov 21, 2009 8:04 AM MST via mobile reply actions 0 recs

correct

I would hope you would support who we are. Not, who we are not. Coach Norman Dale "Hoosiers"

by dmitchell624 on Nov 21, 2009 10:24 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Crazy thought. I posted same thought on Denver Post so its not coppied lol

On a different note:

What do you think the chances are that when Charlie Weiss gets fired from Notre Dame McDaniels gives him a call to help run the offense?

I am not saying in any way I want this it just crossed my mind when they were talking about Weiss on ESPN. I mean we are getting Patriot players so why not coaches now?haha Hey next thing we get the cheerleaders and the mascot.

THE WHAT IF’S!!!!!!

by MiamiMike1 on Nov 21, 2009 8:04 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

Not interested, but I could see it

I would guess Weiss goes back to the Pats, similar to how the hoodie went back to work with Parcells after he got ran out of Cleveland

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by Broncoman on Nov 21, 2009 5:28 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Good Morning Doug, Thank You for all you do on Horse Tracks...

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only ones perception of it: Atitude! JQM

by UB3 on Nov 21, 2009 8:46 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

Thanks Doug

Character may be manifested in the great moments but it is made in the small ones -- Philip Brooks

by KaptainKirk on Nov 21, 2009 9:38 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

Words of wisdom from SI's Jim Trotter

on twitter:

SI_JimTrotter: Sd wins either way RT @MigraJo If Orton healthy, Broncos win Sun & division. w/o him, Chargrs win fairly easily; Skip bayless says, u agree?

And on AFC Playbook in a minute they’re supposedly going to “show you why the Chargers will be taking over first place tomorrow.”

Honestly, is there any reason to watch the game tomorrow, or even play it, since apparently the Chargers have already won the game…?

There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos fan in Niners/Raiders country, and damned proud of it.

by underdog on Nov 21, 2009 9:42 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

Apparently its decided already

and some dufus in the comment section of DP already said the Giants are going to wax us Thanksgiving so why waste our time playing ;-)

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by dmitchell624 on Nov 21, 2009 10:26 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

I gave up commenting over at the DP.

Why bother?

Man is not a rational animal, he is a rationalizing animal.

by MrFNSunshine on Nov 21, 2009 10:28 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Of course the Chargers win

Their 32nd ranked running game and 23rd ranked defense are unstoppable! The Broncos lost to the Redskins who have a bad record which means ergo the Broncos suck, right?

I’m thinking a heavy dose of two tight end sets and committing to the run are the way to go here regardless of who our QB is for this game. Throw in some no huddle since they like to rotate guys in and out of that line of theirs alot too.

Man is not a rational animal, he is a rationalizing animal.

by MrFNSunshine on Nov 21, 2009 10:26 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

love to put up about 150-175 yards or more rushing tomorrow

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by dmitchell624 on Nov 21, 2009 10:28 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

I agree with Trotter.

I don’t think we can beat the Dolts with Simms at QB, but I think we should win if Orton can play. Simms looked like the game had passed him by and I don’t think one week of practice will make up for several years of not playing.

Orton was money last week and should be able to light up a bad Charger D.

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by McGeorge on Nov 21, 2009 11:48 AM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Well you don't agree with Trotter then

because he is sure the Chargers will win regardless of who the Broncos have at QB. ;-) I don’t really care that much what people predict, and usually I like Trotter but he’s also a Charger fan so it’s hard to take it fully seriously.

I think the Broncos D can do some things to rush Rivers given they have some injuries to the line. (Of course Denver is still missing Harris which hurts but the line is still in better shape than SD’s.)

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by underdog on Nov 21, 2009 12:14 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

The majority of them were wrong about the Thurs Night game...Too.

by bfree2bronc on Nov 21, 2009 12:16 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Jordan’s out, guess who that means our 3rd string runningback will be? :D

If we end up leading in the 4th it’ll be Hillis plowing through the D-Line to keep the clock moving. This could be the perfect opportunity to show McDanials what he can do.

by chriscalifornia on Nov 21, 2009 11:13 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

I'd like to see him do so ploughing if we get a lead.

They are a little banged up on defense and it wouldn’t hurt to bang them up a little more, would it?

by bfree2bronc on Nov 21, 2009 12:18 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

I should bench

Philip Rivers on my fantasy football team tomorrow. I’m already doing okay. That’ll teach him! Or that’ll teach me. One or the other.

There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos fan in Niners/Raiders country, and damned proud of it.

by underdog on Nov 21, 2009 11:44 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

No no no. You gotta play him. That will doom your fantasy team, but it will jinx Rivers just enough for us to win.

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by kentuckybronco on Nov 21, 2009 2:42 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Hah hah I know

I will definitely start him. In one sense that means I can’t lose. But hopefully my fantasy jinx will overpower all other reasoning. ;-)

There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos fan in Niners/Raiders country, and damned proud of it.

by underdog on Nov 21, 2009 3:30 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Well Seth Meyers I guess those wins against the Pats, Cowboys and chargers don't count. Huh pretty boy?

It’s that time of year — time for a Denver collapse. SNL Weekend Update’s Seth Meyers would put it thusly: "Denver’s on a three-game skid in mid-November with a rookie coach, an iffy quarterback and a defense that finished 2008 ranked No. 29, and you’re surprised? Really? You know they started this season 3-0 with a miracle win against Cincy and gimmes against Oakland and Cleveland — yet the 0-3 skid shocks you? Reallly?

You do realize that in games played after Nov. 20, Denver has gone 2-4 each of the past three years. (Repeat: Two and four. Past. Three. Years.) And that San Diego is 17-2 cumulatively in the same games. Seventeen and two! And that Kyle Orton is just 9-6 in that timeframe despite having played on playoff-caliber Bears teams. Last year alone the guy threw 10 picks in his last five games. And yet you still like Denver to bounce back? Realllly?!?"

Douche bag.

by bfree2bronc on Nov 21, 2009 12:10 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Link to that?

There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos fan in Niners/Raiders country, and damned proud of it.

by underdog on Nov 21, 2009 12:15 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

At the end of the Adam Duerson story above.

by bfree2bronc on Nov 21, 2009 12:19 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Ah thanks

Jerk. He’s unfunny on SNL and now he’s influencing sportswriters to be unfunny as well.

There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos fan in Niners/Raiders country, and damned proud of it.

by underdog on Nov 21, 2009 12:25 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

No-Punting

I saw this article in Time that not punting on 4th and long does not significantly decrease the opponent’s chances of scoring. Other articles at ESPN: blog

Maybe Belichick read this article before his decision in the Colts game?

by Endzone on Nov 21, 2009 1:11 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Either the time of the game has changed tomorrow

or the countdown clock on the MHR home page left sidebar is a few hours off. ;-)

There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos fan in Niners/Raiders country, and damned proud of it.

by underdog on Nov 21, 2009 1:21 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Okay now Jim Trotter really is irritating me

SI_JimTrotter

Mcdaniels isn’t a bad guy. A little thin-skinned, maybe. But he knows his $hit. RT @agenterock: that pic is why I really dont like that guy!

Where on earth did he get the sense that McD is thin-skinned?? Given all he went through this year… yeah, he’s openly wept after games. Oh wait, that’s someone else.

There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos fan in Niners/Raiders country, and damned proud of it.

by underdog on Nov 21, 2009 3:32 PM MST reply actions 0 recs