Horse Tracks 12/2/09 - Harris returns to practice; Prater named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week

DB - Preparing for the Chiefs’ Playmakers - Chris Gentilviso
"I am going to just make sure that I apologize to anybody that was offended by the language that I used the other night on the sidelines during the (New York Giants) game," McDaniels said. "I certainly didn’t intend for that to come across in that fashion and would hope that that never happens again. I’ll try my best to make sure that it doesn’t from my end, but anybody who was offended by that, young or old, I know that’s not the kind of example that I want to set or that we want to set here with the Broncos organization. I would ask people to accept that apology for that incident."

DP - RT Harris returns to practice - Lindsay Jones
"In addition to Harris, several other players who have missed either practice or game time recently were back at practice, including WR Eddie Royal (thigh), RB LaMont Jordan (neck), DT Marcus Thomas (shoulder), CB Ty Law (hamstring). The only player absent from Tuesday’s practice was linebacker Wesley Woodyard, who suffered a neck injury against the Giants."

DPP - Broncos hope Moreno's learning curve leads to postseason - Jeff Legwold

DPP - Broncos kicker Prater vindicated by Elam's release - Mike Klis
Sad (about Elam), but true.

LTC - Ripe for holidays - Brian Howell

DB - Moreno in Running for Weekly Award - Zach Eisendrath

DB - Prater Kicks His Way to Weekly Award - Zach Eisendrath

DB - Prater Named SP/T Player of the Week - Broncos TV

INDT - Something’s missing in New England - Hunter Ansley

DPP - Analysis: QB's total turnovers the best way to rank efficiency - Jeff Legwold
I can't say I agree with this...I'm happy Orton is our QB this year, he's doing a very good job; but I would never, ever put him in the same class as the guys listed. QB rating may not be perfect, but it's one of the better measures out there.

DPP - Q&A: NFL teams use doctors to determine availability of injured players - Jeff Legwold

DP - It’s OK, Josh, I swear - Jim Armstrong

CSG - McDaniels aware of Broncos' Arrowhead history - Frank Schwab

CSG - McDaniels apologizes for profanity - Frank Schwab

AP - Former Broncos Jason Elam Released By Falcons

DP - Broncos' McDaniels praises ousted Weis - Lindsay Jones

DP - Denver prosecutors won't seek death penalty in witness killing - Felisa Cardona

AFC West News

ESPN - How I See It: AFC West Stock Watch - Bill Williamson

NFL - Chiefs will retire Thomas' No. 58 during Sunday's game

KCS - Chiefs secondary has been exposed with big plays - Kent Babb

SDUT - Numbers game - Bill Center

SDUT - Chargers acquire LB insurance - Kevin Acee

SDUT - Say this for Browns, they’re not worthy - Jay Posner

SDUT - Cromartie assault case goes to City Attorney - Debbi Baker

SDUT - Stadium vise grips NFL cities - Tim Sullivan

OT - Al Davis has Oakland Raiders in downward spiral - Monte Poole

SFC - Sign of the times - Photo
HA! Spectacular.

OT - How billboard drive got started - Jerry McDonald

NFL News

NFL - Steelers expect Roethlisberger to play at Raiders

NFL - Cooley: Redskins’ system is ‘carousel of calls’

NFL - Eagles sign Celek to six-year extension

NFL - Bears sign veteran linebacker June

NFL Opinion

Y! - Macho attitude undermines concussion policies - Jason Cole

NFP - Coaches can help identify concussions - Jack Bechta

Y! - Redman's 'insurance' policy a wake-up call - Mike Silver

NFP - Diner morning news: Can anyone beat the Saints? - Mike Lombardi

NFP - Tavern talk: Bucs’ Morris had options - Mike Lombardi

SI - Mike McKenzie bolsters Saints defense; NFL MVP debate - Peter King

CBS - Three-headed MVP race will be photo finish - Clark Judge

NFL - Colts win by any means necessary (and, of course, Manning) - Vic Carucci

NFL - Patriots' porous defense doesn't bode well for playoffs - Steve Wyche

FOX - Saints, Pats play a bit of role reversal - Alex Marvez

FOX - Schein 9: Colts built to be NFL's best story

NFP - Adams needs to leave coaching to Fisher - Matt Bowen

ESPN - Filling the holes in Chicago - Kevin Seifert

NYT - Steven Jackson: So Many Carries, So Few Victories - Chase Stuart

Y! - The 10 best plays of the decade - Chris Chase

Power Rankings, Etc.

ESPN - NFL Power Rankings Week 13

CBS - Power Rankings: Titans rise from depths to push for playoffs - Pete Prisco

FH - NFL Power Rankings, Week 13: Can Saints and Colts Go 32-0? - Josh Alper

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Morning Doug...Thanks

by BroncoSense72 on Dec 2, 2009 6:21 AM MST reply actions

Thanks, Doug.

"All by their heads, he places crowns."

by Tempestuous Binary on Dec 2, 2009 6:30 AM MST reply actions

Thanks Doug.

Real Power, comes with the realization that One cannot change the Moment;
only ones perception of it: Atitude! JQM

by UB3 on Dec 2, 2009 6:40 AM MST reply actions

Thanks Doug

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

by KaptainKirk on Dec 2, 2009 8:03 AM MST reply actions

Thanks NYC

Sad to hear about Elam. It will be interesting if he decides to retire if we will sign him for a day for him to retire here. I would like to see it done, but I dont know if the new FO has the sentiment for it to happen.

Denver rookie head coach Josh McDaniels doesn't have a grasp on how to build a team." - John Clayton, April 23rd, 2009

by diviesti on Dec 2, 2009 8:19 AM MST reply actions 1 recs

Elam was a rock

for us for years. I like this idea :-)

Opinions are like......, Well anyway, this is mine.

by Sean in Pa. on Dec 2, 2009 9:45 AM MST up reply actions

Interesting...

Yesterday, I thought he might sign on with a new team and continue his career, but after reading that AP article, it sounds like he’s ready to call it a career. And on further reflection, given all his non-football interests (writing, flying, safari-ing), it’s not too surprising afterall.

If it is the end, what a career it was! Thanks for all the memories, Jason!

by tunga77 on Dec 2, 2009 10:24 AM MST up reply actions

Good news from the injury front!

Hopefully Woodyard comes along this week, and the boys are virtually at full strength this week.

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

by Broncs Cheer on Dec 2, 2009 8:36 AM MST reply actions

Thanks Mr. Doug,

another reason MHR is first stop on the internet morning express.

"I just looked across the huddle to see the guys in the huddle with me: great offensive line, great talent at wide receiver, great tight ends, great running backs. If we execute and play the way that we should, it should be tough to stop us."
-K.O.

by Jay Fin Anderson on Dec 2, 2009 8:53 AM MST reply actions

Thanks Doug. Good morning.

I’m super excited about Harris coming back to practice. I’m sure Orton is even more excited than I am, too.

If Taylor Swift were to try and tackle me, I'd let her.

by Troy Hufford on Dec 2, 2009 8:54 AM MST reply actions

haha most certainly, KB!

Here’s to the Broncos getting healed up and ready for the final stretch!

"Take what you can. Give nothing back!"

by Colorado_Kitten on Dec 2, 2009 11:48 AM MST up reply actions

I love the injury news

too and hope Wood-Yard is back in action soon.

I’m still worried this is a “trap” game for Denver, especially given their history in KC in December. But I’m sure they and the coach are aware of all that.

I wish the Raiders were playing Pitt in Oakland on Sunday, because then it’d be blacked out and I could see the Bronco game on TV. ;-)

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

by underdog on Dec 2, 2009 10:20 AM MST reply actions

Raider Billboard

This is just another reason to love Pat Bowlen and the Bronco Organization.

Thank you Pat for being the best owner in the NFL. Now that needs to be on a billboard in Denver.

2009 NBA Champions L.A Lakers
2009 NBA Finals MVP Kobe Bryant

by weazel on Dec 2, 2009 10:51 AM MST reply actions

Thanks Doug!

by BroncoTwins on Dec 2, 2009 12:16 PM MST reply actions

Thanks Doug for the Tracks.

If our defense decides to play the way they played against the Giants, then nobody can beat us. I want to know how bad they really want it. Bailey and Dawkins are in the sunset of their careers and this year or next may be the twilight to end out their fastastic run. I sincerely hope they suck up as much enegy that they can for this final drive and hurt teams the way they are capable of. Just do their job and not worry about what the offense is doing. There is still pride in winning a close (9-6) game. That has been our achilles heel, falling behind and can’t get up.

by bfree2bronc on Dec 2, 2009 12:29 PM MST reply actions