Happy Birthday, Jared

by Emmett Smith on Nov 9, 2009 11:30 AM MST Comment 25 comments

Jaden and David Bruton out on the town.

Many Broncos fans noted that #30, David Bruton, was escorting Eddie Royal into the end zone on both TD run-backs against the SD Chargers. As most folks expected, Bruton has quickly made a name and a place for himself on the Denver Broncos special teams.

David Bruton was our 4th round pick in the 2009 draft. That he has immediately become a consistent performer on special teams.that was to be expected - David was in on an astounding 596 special teams plays in college, including 169 during his junior year alone. Remarkably athletic, Bruton had a 41.5" vertical leap at the 2009 Combine.David was the 2nd fastest safety in this year's draft. Despite the overall slower times that came out in 2009, we know that Bruton has been timed repeatedly at the 4.35-4.39 range.

He's also in line to become a safety for the Broncos.. At 6'2" and 211 lb, he's a big, strong, fast player. While he was rated as 'raw' coming out of Notre Dame, he also showed leadership potential on the field. He started for the Fighting Irish in 2007 and 2008 and became a team captain his senior season, producing 93 tackles, 3 INTs (some sources list 4), 3 INT and 2 forced fumbles that year.

David Bruton has something in his life that keeps him on the straight and narrow and keeps his head on right. That would be his son, Jared. Coincidentally, Jared's birthday is November 9th, the night that the Broncos take on the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday Night Football in Denver. I once got the date wrong in an editing error and David was kind enough to write me and correct that. I offered to create a post, making sure that the MHR members would get the right message.

Bruton has Jared's name tattooed across his left shoulder. Bruton describes his son as being half of his motivation, while the other half comes from his personal faith. Before every game he taps his chest and his shoulder and points to the sky, his way of saying, "Thank You for my son and everything You've given me." This Monday, that will have a special meaning for him.

Congratulations to David on being a part of the Denver Broncos and the Denver community! And to Jared on his birthday. Many happy returns to you, my friend! To both of them - all the best from the MileHighReport staff, members and community!

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strip 6 on st david, jared told me that is what he wants for his birthday

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by Todd Jewell on Nov 9, 2009 11:33 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

Happy Birthday Jared

Be well and Good fortune David, and thanks for signing my ballcap at Training Camp.

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

by KaptainKirk on Nov 9, 2009 11:47 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

Class act

I love that our draft class the last two years have been class act guys.

Royal- not the fantasy production he had last year but the guy bleeds Orange and Blue
Bruton- loves his son and his God! Cheers!

The list goes on, props to our Draftees!

Davis and Sharpe to the Hall!

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by Jon Tollerud on Nov 9, 2009 11:51 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

Bruton's character and ST capabilities were made clear to me

on the Royal returns, yes, but moreso in the Webb return for a TD. The rest of the team (save one or two) had given up, but Bruton continued to pursue Webb full-out from approx. the 25 yard line of BAL all the way to the end zone, even diving past the pylon in a futile attempt.

He stuck with it and never gave up, even in defeat. Plus, dude is mad fast.

Happy birthday, Jared!

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by Sharpe as a Tack on Nov 9, 2009 11:52 AM MST reply actions 0 recs

I really, really value a guy who pursues a "hopeless" play like that all the way to the goal line

It reminds me of two plays: Rod Smith tackling Woodson just as he crossed the goaline on that 98-yard TD interception off of Greise a few years back, and the Brandon Stokely’s game-winning catch in Cin this year. Smith’s effort didn’t end up making a difference in that game, but no matter what, you’ve got to keep your pride even when you’re getting spanked, and that’s what a play like that shows. it’s nice to be able to take a little nugget of goodness away from a horrible play like that.

And on the Stokley TD, if just one Bengal had pursued him, he wouldn’t have been able to burn those 6 extra seconds off the clock, which would have meant one more chance for palmer to throw a hail mary at the end of the game. you never know, it might have been all the difference they needed.

Belief is accepting something because you’ve been convinced to do so, whether you like it or not. Faith is accepting something because you want to accept it.

by Hercules Rockefeller on Nov 9, 2009 2:32 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Note the 'stars' that don't.

Terrance Newman’s pursuit of B-Marsh this year comes to mind. He single-handedly gave us that TD, from the catch on. First he looks immediately for a flag instead of pursuing BM. Then when he finally does pursue he runs into his safety and knocks him out of the play. Instead of sprinting back and catching Marshall from behind before he crosses the goal line (he could’ve) he dogs the play at the very end.

Because Montana has no professional sports, I gotta support the land of my birth.

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by Drizzt396 on Nov 9, 2009 2:38 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Make it a memorable one, David

And a mighty Happy Birthday to your boy

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by azbroncomaniac on Nov 9, 2009 12:08 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

How old is Jared?

My son turned 2 today!

MARK IT ZERO!!!!
Dude, this is a league game, this determines who enters the next round robin. Am I wrong? Am I wrong?
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.

by waltersobchakbronco on Nov 9, 2009 12:54 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

According to Emmetts 'Tales' post on Bruton

Jared was born in 2005.

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

by KaptainKirk on Nov 9, 2009 2:53 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

Good luck tonight David,

and happy birthday to your boy. I am so glad that the Denver Broncos drafted you.

"When you put on that jersey, the name on the front is more important than the name on the back." - "Miracle".

"Winning means you're willing to go longer, work harder, and give more than anyone else." - Vince Lombardi.

by broncoholic on Nov 9, 2009 12:54 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Much good fortune to you both!

Enjoy your years with your son, David.. they grow up way too fast!

" Life is what happens while you're making other plans "

by hairybear on Nov 9, 2009 1:09 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Happy Birthday, Jared!

I, too, am a big fan of Bruton. I live in the general area where he played high school football and I have always believed he’d be a good asset to an NFL team, how happy I was the Broncos were wise enough to take him! A talented player who is a good role model and classy character, congrats to him and his son. Best birthday gift? Beat the Steelers!

by buckeyebronco on Nov 9, 2009 1:19 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Here's to a great "Win" gift to Jared...

and to the rest of us too!

Congrats Jared! Happy B-Day!

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"Well, the last thing I remember is seeing this flash of Blue and Orange and the #22... then everything just went black..."

by HillisRanUover on Nov 9, 2009 1:52 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

yay Birthdays !

Happy Birthday Jared !

by Jenna Talia on Nov 9, 2009 2:02 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Yeah Happy B-day Jared! Free subway sandwiches for all!!!

He’s still looking good, cuz he likes them sammiches!

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by kwool79 on Nov 9, 2009 2:09 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Happy Birthday Jared, dad's got some serious business to do tonight, hope you get to go to the game.

by bfree2bronc on Nov 9, 2009 2:15 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Jared shares his birthday with our best friends son.....

They are class people and so is David Bruton.
Happy birthday to Jared and Leif….what about a Broncos win for their birthday???
Nice article, as always Doc!

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by boydy2669 on Nov 9, 2009 2:22 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

happy birthday Jared

and keep up the good work, Bruton! You are the special teams man, and our safety in waiting!

Jason
The Hanging Curve

by poorboywilly on Nov 9, 2009 2:25 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Feliz Cumpleaños!!

There is only One Moment—this moment—the Eternal Moment of Now

by sirsam on Nov 9, 2009 2:32 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Happy Birthday Jared!!!!

Love David Bruton, guy’s an animal. He’s got size, speed, strength, and class!

"Really, I'm a high-motor guy. Tough, hard-nosed, a hard runner, can make you miss at times. And just competitive. I love to play the game and I bring that energy to my team. So, we'll see how that goes." - Knowshon Moreno

Knowshon Moreno=ROY

by stedtfeld on Nov 9, 2009 2:54 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Happy Birthday Jared...

And many unhappy returns for the Steelers tonight—thanks to your daddy!!

"I will gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today" -- Wimpy J. Wellington

by Broncs Cheer on Nov 9, 2009 4:52 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

There was another #30...

who established himself on special teams his rookie year about a decade and a half ago.

Because Montana has no professional sports, I gotta support the land of my birth.

by Drizzt396 on Nov 9, 2009 5:01 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Yes but he was a good player.

Did they sing the 5 dollar foot laong song for his big day?

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by kwool79 on Nov 9, 2009 5:33 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs

BRUTON INACTIVE>>>>>LAME!

by boydy2669 on Nov 9, 2009 6:27 PM MST reply actions 0 recs

Good article on family values and dedication to excellence on the field, thanks!

I agree, Larsen shouldn’t get any bigger. I am getting tired of his bone crushing hits knocking the pixels off my TV, once they fall to the floor they are very hard to find.

by Arctic Bronco on Nov 11, 2009 11:40 AM MST reply actions 0 recs