Horse Tracks 7/25/09 - Elway on NFLTA. Enough said.

by Douglas A. Lee on Jul 25, 2009 7:50 AM MDT in Horse Tracks

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Many thanks to Calijoefornia for the snazzy new logo! Have a great Saturday, MHR Friends!

DB - 2009 Position Previews: Linebackers
More talk about the defense being "fun." Then again, D.J. says his new position as the "jack" linebacker is perfect for his skills. Obviously, it's good to hear from all the guys, and that they're excited to play in the new system. Tune into MHR later today for Doc's more analytical preview.

DP - Super Bowl would cap off Bailey's career
The Broncos are hoping to get Knowshon Moreno signed and delivered before Monday's practices. Thankfully, so are his agents.

NFLN - NFL Videos: Elway heads west
HA. John observes that "We've been talking about Favre retiring for a decade," before sharing a basic play from the incorrectly-named West Coast Offense.

NFLN - NFL Videos: Top 10 John Elway moments
The Greatest Ever joins the NFLTA guys count down what they consider his 10 best moments. It's probably about right; keep in mind, it's not his 10 greatest plays...

DP - "I still call it Mile High" … for real Broncos fans
This is a pretty cool T-shirt. I may have to get one; I already gave away my "JC Saves" shirt, so I need a replacement. I actually didn't get the Shea shirt, because quite frankly, Shea was a DUMP and Citi Field is gorgeous. But Mile High? Man, I've only been to each once, but the Big IF just doesn't cut it in comparison...

ESPN - AFC West training camp preview

RMI - Drew on the Broncos’ future
Drew Litton apparently thinks we're still of the "Super Bowl or Bust" mindset.

DBE - Best all-time Broncos' RB: This vote's for Floyd Little

NFLN - NFL Videos: AFL hidden gems
Steve Sabol looks at some of the AFL's interesting characters. Plus, the AFL was more open to African-American players. Lots of footage and talk about Broncos QB Marlin Briscoe.

NFLN - NFL Videos: The AFL unearthed
NFL Films President Steve Sabol unveils never before seen footage from the AFL.

NFLN - NFL Videos: AFL playing fields
Take a look back at some of the AFL's original home fields and their fans.

NFLN - NFL Videos: AFL gimmicks
Many things that seem commonplace in the NFL today actually started with the AFL.

NFLN - NFL Videos: The merger
With the end of the 1960s came the end of the AFL and the beginning of the NFL as we know it today.

SFG - Raiders Silver and Black Blog : Precamp breakdown: OL

SDUT - Car accident leaves rookie receiver Byrd injured but optimistic

SDUT - Burnett signing makes Wilhelm expendable

NFL - Sackmaster Thomas was all smiles. Opposing QBs? Not so much - Gil Brandt

NFL - Lions land DT Harris from Rams in exchange for veteran WR Curry

NFL - Drew Bennett signs one-year deal with receiver-needy Ravens after tryout

NFL - Favre still hasn't decided whether he'll join Vikings or stay retired
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NFL - Cribbs’ representatives meet with Browns again

Y! - Cowboys have no plans for Vick

Y! - Legal experts: Big Ben may pay even if innocent

NFL - McDermott takes over Eagles' defense for recovering Johnson

NFP - Eagles will miss Jim Johnson - Mike Lombardi

Y! - Refreshing scenarios heading into camp - Mike Silver

ESPN - NFL: New England Patriots' Tom Brady, Indianapolis Colts' Joseph Addai and Green Bay Packers' Aaron Kampman are among 10 players with the most to prove this season.
Jeffri Chadiha thinks Kyle Orton has a lot to prove in '09.

FOX - Positional Power Rankings: OL packages
Looks like FOX ranks Denver down at 11th due to a possible lack of depth...

CBS - Training camps battles: AFC South - Pete Prisco

SI - Brett Favre's history with Vikings coach Brad Childress runs deep - Steve Aschburner

SI - Redskins training camp policy, Derrick Mason's retirement, more - Ross Tucker

SI - Ben Roethlisberger, Michael Vick, Derrick Mason, more NFL news - Don Banks

NFP - The draft goes prime time - Andrew Brandt

NFP - Is Michael Vick’s return near? - Matt Bowen

NFP - Diner morning news: Caldwell takes over - Mike Lombardi

NFP - 2009 NFP scouting series: Baylor - Wes Bunting

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Hi nyc, been awhile, my mornings on the Ranch start mighty early.

Anyway, Thank You for you Dedication to Horse Tracks, I ( WE ) so
appreciate your continued effort.

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

by UB3 on Jul 25, 2009 8:48 AM MDT reply actions

By the way I did see The Greatest QB to ever play the Game,

on nfl network last evening—pukes & wilcots were no where to be seen.
Also Charles Davis said: He thought the surprise of 09 would be Orton.
The article by PdO the other day on Wondering—makes me wonder….

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

by UB3 on Jul 25, 2009 8:59 AM MDT up reply actions

Here! Here!

+1 on that comment. You rock, NYC!!

Never argue with a fool, lest you take on his appearance. - my daddy

by AZDynamics on Jul 25, 2009 9:51 AM MDT up reply actions

True dat on Floyd Little!!

Here is the response I posted to Greg Henry’s piece on Floyd Little, which NYC cited here:

Asolutely, Greg! There aren’t many left by proportion who actually saw Floyd Little play, but I did. While I am a huge fan of TD’s, I don’t believe people have any idea just how pathetic Little’ offensive lines were.

I remember reading back then a comment by the great Larry Csonka that he thought Little was the best running back in football at that time. Had Little played for a good football team, he would have enjoyed some championships, been inducted into the Hall of Fame, and been in the argument for Greatest of All Time. I really believe that.

I also believe Little is THE reason the team is the DENVER Broncos today. He truly saved a floundering franchise, hence the moniker “The Franchise.”

Never argue with a fool, lest you take on his appearance. - my daddy

by AZDynamics on Jul 25, 2009 8:53 AM MDT reply actions

cool logo

Great job on the logo Calijoefornia!

But who will guard the guards themselves?

by Agent Jerry Fletcher on Jul 25, 2009 9:06 AM MDT reply actions

Like the new logo joe

And thanks again nyc…

by BroncoSense72 on Jul 25, 2009 9:28 AM MDT reply actions

I agree with the logo sentiments

Looks really sleek. Thanks, as always, for the daily dish of Broncos news!

Lady, you want me to answer you if this old airplane is safe to fly? Just how in the world do you think it got to be this old?
— Anon

Both optimists and pessimists contribute to the society. The optimist invents the aeroplane, the pessimist the parachute.
— George Bernard Shaw

by Choochoobonewagon on Jul 25, 2009 9:36 AM MDT reply actions

If anyone is interested

I pulled up some stats on the ILB that SD just cut Matt Wilhelm. Last year he played in all 16 games and had 51 Tackles(41 solo), 1 INT and 2 Pass/Def.
He had a career year in 2007; 97 Tackles (74solo), 1 Sack, 3 INT, and 4 Pass/Def

The thing to keep in mind, is that SD had a terrific Defense that year, and there were other stellar players on that team. The other Lb stats that year:
Shawne Merriman 68Tack, 12.5 SK, 2 FF, 5 PD
Shaun Phillips 68Tack ,8.5 SK, 2 INT, 1 TD, 3 FF, 5 PD
Stephen Cooper 108Tack, 2 SK , 2 INT, 2 FF, 6 PD

Just saying, it doesn’t appear that he would be worth taking a look at for the Broncos.
Thanks Nyc
and Nice job Cali!

"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 25, 2009 9:39 AM MDT reply actions

Jc saves shirt

I already mailed mine to a friend that lives in Chicago yeah that mile high shirt is cool

by GJBroncofan19 on Jul 25, 2009 10:00 AM MDT reply actions

Thanks NYC...

Think our LB’s, in particular, DJ, are going to make some big plays this year!

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 25, 2009 10:12 AM MDT reply actions

Thanks nyc & Californiajoe

nyc, I know you must spend a lot of time every day putting these tracks together. Thank you.

Californiajoe, great job on the new logo!

by Endzone on Jul 25, 2009 10:31 AM MDT reply actions

Ooops

Sorry I misspelled your moniker, Calijoefornia

by Endzone on Jul 25, 2009 12:07 PM MDT up reply actions

It's alright.

Intentions were the same. Thank you!

Peyton Hillis is also referred to in early Greek mythology by his other names such as Zeus or Poseidon.

by Joe Medina on Jul 25, 2009 12:14 PM MDT up reply actions

Thanks a bunch guys :)

Great job on the tracks NYC!

Peyton Hillis is also referred to in early Greek mythology by his other names such as Zeus or Poseidon.

by Joe Medina on Jul 25, 2009 10:59 AM MDT reply actions

Everybody ought to like seeing John...

And KO is picked to surprise the world…

Nice.

by Whidbey Bronco on Jul 25, 2009 11:02 AM MDT reply actions

Great work, nyc!

Great new logo, too – thanks, Joe!

Hillis/Moreno in '09

by Doc Bear on Jul 25, 2009 12:16 PM MDT reply actions

Thanks NYC!

I almost fell out of my chair when I heard Charles Davis pick KO as his breakout player of the year. I was happy to hear a NFLTA analyst have a positive, reasoned analysis on KO and by extension the Broncos. I’m so used to the constant Bronco bashing on NFLTA that my brain had trouble processing a positive comment.

by MacGuffin on Jul 25, 2009 1:39 PM MDT reply actions