Horse Tracks 7/2/09 - Knowshon is a ham

by Douglas A. Lee on Jul 2, 2009 5:51 AM MDT in Horse Tracks Comment 15 comments

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DB - Hosting Camps to Give Back
Gray Caldwell speaks with three Broncos hosting football camps this summer - Darrell Reid, Daniel Graham and Chad Jackson. DG says he was inspired during his childhood by school visits from Alfred Williams and Shannon Sharpe. Many current Broncos helped out at DG's camp, including several rookies.

DB - Graham Teaches More than Football at Free Camp - Broncos TV
Chris Hall reports from DG's camp.

DB - NFL Network: Hardest Hitters - Steve Atwater
Man, do I ever miss the days of Atwater and Smith. We may never see that again in Denver, but at least we've finally got some serious talent back there now. Dawkins, Hill, McBath, Bruton, Barrett. Sounds a lot better than McCree and Manuel, doesn't it?

DB - NFL Network: Hardest Hitters - John Lynch
Wow, what an amazing bunch of John Lynch hits. He actually knocked out his best friend/brother-in-law in a game once. And then just walked away...

SI - Brett Favre, Minnesota Vikings both motivated by money - Don Banks
Don Banks speaks with Meshawn Johnson about being a WR diva; Key has some harsh words for BMarsh.

FOX - Schein: Marshall staying put - Video
Adam Schein tells BMarsh he's got chance of going anywhere. He does offer up some misinformation, as Brandon will NOT be a free agent next year. Well, not one who can get a lot of money; Denver could still stick him with a first-round tender which would garner Marshall less than $3 million in 2010.

NFL - Rookie class of 2009 given lessons by 2008 group at symposium - Vic Carucci
Eddie Royal appeared at the symposium, telling the incoming rookies to spend more time working out and preparing for the season. He also stressed the importance of talking to veterans and seeking their guidance.

DB - NFL Network: Moreno at Rookie Symposium - Part 2
Here is the second part of Knowshon's video diary

NYT - Quick Hands From Nicks, and a Bond Between Sanchez and Stafford
YouTube clip from the "NFL Rookies Got Talent" featuring several top draft choices. Knowshon is up last, but it's worth the wait. Kid is a comedian, for sure. He's also got some singing pipes!

CL - Reaching out
Former Broncos WR Willie Green is among a select few African-Americans to own a golf course, and he is helping introduce the game to children who would otherwise find golf inaccessible.

DP - There's only one No. 7 in Colorado — and it's not Chauncey
Chauncey Billups wore #7 for one year in Denver as a tribute to his idol, The Greatest Ever. Now, he's switching to #1 so there will be only one #7 in Denver. That's just awesome.

NFL - Colorful conclusion to NFL’s rookie symposium - Steve Wyche

CBS - NFL teaching rookies how to not be prey to economic predators - Mike Freeman

PFW - A tale of two running backs
Matt Sohn examines second-year RBs Chris Johnson and Steve Slaton.

NFP - Wednesday whys: Listen up, rookies - Andrew Brandt

NFP - Diner morning news: Ravens without Ryan - Mike Lombardi

NFP - The game is more than gettin' paid - Matt Bowen

CBS - Positional Rankings: Tight Ends - Pete Prisco

FOX - Summer two-a-days: AFC South, NFC North
Peter Schrager digs up one of those silly stats; he cites Jay Cutler's record when the Broncos gave up less than 21 points. Hey, Peter - every NFL QB does well when his defense gives up 20 or fewer points. Please.

NYT - 2009 Forecast: Browns Should Be Much Better - KC Joyner

NFLN - NFL Videos: 32 in 32: New Orleans Saints

NFLN - NFL Videos: 2009 Coach Feature: Sean Payton

NFP - 2009 NFP scouting series: Penn State - Wes Bunting

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Thanks for the Horse Tracks!!

Never thought I’d start a morning agreeing with Keyshawn Johnson, not sure what this world is coming to………

by krugster27 on Jul 2, 2009 6:28 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Meshawn

Good one nyc. It took me a sec.(pre coffee) Thanks.

"You give 100 percent in the first half of the game, and if that isn't enough, in the second half you give what's left." – Yogi Berra
"No, I'm from Iowa, I only work in outer space."

by KaptainKirk on Jul 2, 2009 6:32 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Thanks NYC.

Those that cant coach, compete!
Failing to plan is planning to fail.
All I want is 53 Rod Smiths. Is that asking too much????
"Peyton Hillis didn’t rip the sleeves off his jersey, they flew off out of fear."
Calijoefornia.

by boydy2669 on Jul 2, 2009 7:02 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Thank you, NYC.

"Call me a cannibal!"

by Tempestuous Binary on Jul 2, 2009 7:29 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

thank you NYC

I like the classiness of Billups in changing numbers as a tribute to Elway.

Wonder if we should approach Seth Smith of the Rockies to do the same? :)

Pray for the best, prepare for the worst, and know you will come down somewhere between the two.

Livin' in La La Land and Lovin' It

by BShrout on Jul 2, 2009 7:46 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Loved that, too!

"From the get-go, we targeted a certain type of player: tough, smart, competitive, versatile, a good person that loves football and wants to win." -Coach McDaniels

by Colorado_Kitten on Jul 2, 2009 10:32 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs

Thanks for the tracks NYC

Bringing Bronco love from 1,114 miles away.

by broncointheville on Jul 2, 2009 9:24 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Atwater is God

I am an idiot walking a tightrope of fortune and fame
I am an acrobat swinging trapezes through circles of flame
If you've never stared off in the distance, then your life is a shame
and though I'll never forget your face,
sometimes i can't remember my name.
--Counting Crows, "Mrs. Potter's Lullaby"

by PredominantlyOrange on Jul 2, 2009 10:01 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Who said there is no news in July? Great stuff nyc

by bfree2bronc on Jul 2, 2009 11:02 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Thanks NYC, loved the video links.

Funny video of NFL rookies got talent. Moreno has got some pipes and the girl in the video is hot. What Atwater said about Okoye just cracked me up: “I don’t give a bleep if he is playing WR” Funny, funny stuff. Nobody will forget that hit and man was that a HIT.

I thought since this is Marshall’s last year of his rookie contract and his 4th year in the league, he will be a free agent at the end of the season. I mean I fully expect the Broncos to tag him with either a first round tender or franchise tag him. However, this is all based on the fact that is stays in Denver this year. Also on another not, I know the CBA could change the UFA to 6 years instead of 4. Is that going to happen this year?

GO BRONCOS IN 2009 AND BEYOND!!

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

by weazel on Jul 2, 2009 11:03 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Loved the Atwater clips

Man, that was good stuff. Thanks nyc

by AllBroncsallday on Jul 2, 2009 1:18 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Hmmm... McGinest in orange and blue?

I’d rather see that than to see him in red, yellow and white.

Whattaya think?

"They need a hero to tell them that the impossible can become possible..... WHEN... YOU'RE... AWESOMMMME!" -- Rhino the Hamster

by broncosmontana on Jul 2, 2009 1:53 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs

He would be good....I would go for that!

by boydy2669 on Jul 2, 2009 3:27 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs

Broncos Taking Calls on Marshall
Posted in Broncos Buzz by Kyle on Thu Jul 2nd

This comes as little surprise, and confirms most speculation, but the Denver Broncos are taking calls on wide receiver Brandon Marshall after the disgruntled fourth-year player asked to be traded in June, Adam Schefter reports on his Twitter page. Schefter indicates the Broncos aren’t actively making calls, but are willing to listen to offers.

If the right offer comes along (Schefter speculates a first-round draft pick would do it), the Broncos would likely execute a trade.

by bfree2bronc on Jul 2, 2009 4:17 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs