WHY I LOVE THE DAWKINS SIGNING (not a joke post)

by Jon Tollerud on Mar 3, 2009 7:58 PM MST

I think this about sums up my feelings on the subject. This intensity that Brian puts into EVERY tackle will shape the way our boys play defense!

We have DJ who plays Solid and Champ who is another quiet leader but Dawkins will Bring the heat if you miss your assignment or tackle. Is everyone as excited as I am?

*Side note: MHR SS Positions continue tomorrow*

***Seriously! I needed 4 more words!!!***

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The signing of B Dawk was a coup...

I already have my 4 year old son saying; “B Dawk brings the hammer dad! Go Broncos!”

Those that cant coach, compete!
Failing to plan is planning to fail.

by boydy2669 on Mar 3, 2009 8:18 PM MST reply actions

The best thing about the Dawkins signing..

is that he will elevate the play of everyone around him. Players like that are such a precious commodity. Talent is one thing, but passion (Yes, I see your hand Nate Webster) and smarts (now you can put it down, Nate) are another. I love the fact that our young guys are going to get exposed to him.

Keep up the good work in the Broncos lab Xanders (I think it’s safe to say positive things about our GM again!)

Beware the wrath of a patient adversary.

John C. Calhoun --

by bcfunk on Mar 3, 2009 8:31 PM MST reply actions

very funny post BC!

Those that cant coach, compete!
Failing to plan is planning to fail.

by boydy2669 on Mar 3, 2009 8:59 PM MST up reply actions

poor Nate...

I actually like his heart…just wish he could play smarter….

Beware the wrath of a patient adversary.

John C. Calhoun --

by bcfunk on Mar 4, 2009 5:04 AM MST up reply actions

Dawkins...

is a certified stud. From what I saw of him in the playoffs, he is a playmaker that is always around the ball.

by Kapiti on Mar 3, 2009 8:34 PM MST reply actions

That's a good pic...

But nothing beats the little vid that the Guru posted on the FA Open thread of B-Dawk giving James Thrash a belly-to-back german suplex….there should be more pro-wrestling moves in football.

Have a good time all the time...that's my motto. - Viv Savage

by TD4HOF on Mar 3, 2009 8:59 PM MST reply actions

Love the Dawkins signing...

He is one of those rare players, like Al Wilson, who actually makes everyone else around him a better player too. With Dawkins and Hill our biggest weakness last year has become one of our strengths.

by SlowWhiteGuy on Mar 3, 2009 9:04 PM MST reply actions

Dawkins signing

When I first heard he was visiting Denver I thought it was for leverage, I was shocked that he was even allowed to leave Philly. I never thought he would ever leave the Eagles and join the Broncos. I am psyched!!! You don’t let a guy like this get away when he still has a lot to offer, a leader who is professional and makes others around him better and can flat out Ball. This a great addition to the Denver Broncos and I cannot wait to see how this Defense plays.

The only difference between genius and insanity is perception

by Markus2112 on Mar 3, 2009 10:00 PM MST reply actions

Ooooooohhhh Yeeeeeaaaaahhhh!

Do we have a Broncos fight song that he can lead the crowd in at Invesco?

This guy is a Ray Lewis type that we have been missing since Al Wilson retired.

I’m completely stoked!

"Nothing in the world can take the place of Persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan 'Press On' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race." - Calvin Coolidge

by BroncoCanuck on Mar 3, 2009 10:46 PM MST reply actions

Great Dawkins profile piece from NFL Films

Saw this on HTiki’s site and had to share:

Meet your new safety!!!

"Hey guy worm has turn...We need all kind of crazy fool on defence. Like ten new guy...Just solid guy not souper star break you bank. I turn guy." - Horvil Tiki

by broncosmontana on Mar 3, 2009 10:48 PM MST reply actions

I defy anyone to watch this and not feel excited to have this man in our backfield

"Hey guy worm has turn...We need all kind of crazy fool on defence. Like ten new guy...Just solid guy not souper star break you bank. I turn guy." - Horvil Tiki

by broncosmontana on Mar 3, 2009 10:51 PM MST up reply actions

Or this one

"Hey guy worm has turn...We need all kind of crazy fool on defence. Like ten new guy...Just solid guy not souper star break you bank. I turn guy." - Horvil Tiki

by broncosmontana on Mar 3, 2009 10:56 PM MST up reply actions

Wow!

Brian Dawkins is one tough and crazy MFer! Exactly what we need. Philadelphia was insane to let him go. Thanks for the link.

by Kapiti on Mar 4, 2009 12:19 AM MST up reply actions

Davis and Gaffney are far better pick ups than Dawkins

Dawkins still knows where to be but he doesn’t get there like he used to, he took a big step back last year and isn’t much more than an average safety at this point in his career. You can rave about a big hit here and there and his veteranosity but he’s just John Lynch, back from the grave.

Not that any of it really matters since you still don’t have a defensive line to protect any of your new defensive signee’s.

by RaiderPete on Mar 3, 2009 11:05 PM MST reply actions

hater

Peyton Hillis in '09.

I just can't wait to see number 20 tearing someones arm out of socket
(ex. John Lynch to Phyllis Rivers in 05)

by Joe Medina on Mar 3, 2009 11:30 PM MST up reply actions

"he took a big step back last year"

Yeah….like making the pro bowl.

Karma

by Sabonis4Ever on Mar 4, 2009 2:00 AM MST up reply actions

I wish guys on this team could say

“I took a step back and still made the prow bowl”

Come on pete dont hate because your only pro Bowl player for the last 5 years was your punter! (ironically hes also the guy with the most field time in oakland)

"We should have kept Seattle and dumped San Diego from the Division"

Davis and Sharpe to the Hall!

by Jon Tollerud on Mar 4, 2009 11:10 AM MST up reply actions