Horse Tracks 7/29/09 - Get over yourself, Crabtree; you're holding us up!

by Douglas A. Lee on Jul 29, 2009 5:43 AM MDT in Horse Tracks Comment 18 comments

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DB - 2009 Position Previews: Specialists
Gray Caldwell checks in on Lonie Paxton and the kickers.

DB - Woodyard Ready and Able
Wesley Woodyard had strained a ligament in his right knee in June, and Monday he dealt with a stomach virus and brief visit to the hospital to rehydrate. But of course, he was on the field and practicing yesterday, along with D.J. Williams and Lee Robinson. Ryan Torain has been spending plenty of time with Bobby Turner, as the only RB in camp so far.

DB - Changes That Will Make A Difference
Mike Rice expects the biggest impacts to come from Brian Dawkins, Knowshon Moreno and Mike Nolan, among the fresh faces.

DB - Tuesday Practice Report
Gray Caldwell details the day's practices. Several veterans showed their faces at camp despite having the day off.

DB - Dawkins on the Passing of Jim Johnson
Sad news for the NFL community; especially for BDawk, as his mentor (Eagles DC Jim Johnson) passed away yesterday.

DB - Tuesday: McDaniels - Broncos TV
You'll never guess who's the subject of most of the questions posed to McDaniels...

DB - Tuesday: Stokley - Broncos TV
The Slot Machine came to camp yesterday, apparently because his son loves to be there.

RMI - Broncos QB derby not over yet for Simms - Chris Tomasson

KDVR - Tanaka's Take: Broncos to run "Amoeba Offense"
Chris Tanaka looks at what he deems Denver's keys to success in '09

DP - Broncos don't see Marshall being distraction - Mike Klis

KDVR - Broncos rookie RB signs with...Reebok

AP - Kyle Orton Enters Broncos Camp As Definitive No. 1 QB - Pat Graham

DP - No room for Vick in Denver
Notes from Legwold and LJones

DP - Broncos rookie paid by the draft slot - Mike Klis

CSG - Rookies reporting to camp early a rare experience for Broncos
Frank Schwab points out that rookies haven't shown up before the vets to camp since Dan Reeves was in town, and only a third of the league follows such a practice.

KCS - Chiefs are down to rookie kicker after releasing Barth

SDUT - NFL's finest roster should finally produce NFL's finest team - Nick Canepa
Best part of this article? Seeing A.J. Smith basically wearing a Chargers house dress...

SDUT - Returning to school proved costly for linebacker Beckwith

SDUT - Talks sour with sixth-round pick

SFG - Raiders Silver and Black Blog : Reporting day notes

PFW - Heyward-Bey looking to quiet critics

CCT - Poole: Raiders still need front-office help

NFL - Favre decides to stay retired rather than play for Vikings
Mmm hmm. We'll see how long this lasts...

NFL - Johnson, Eagles' defensive coordinator for 10 seasons, passes away

NFL - Patriots sign DB Herana-Daze Jones

NFP - NFP late hits: Crabtree needs to sign - Matt Bowen

SI - Patriots, Steelers look primed to dominate 2009 as camp begins - Don Banks
Banks isn't sure what to expect from the Broncos.

CBS - Power Rankings: Optimism is great, but usual suspects in top 10 - Pete Prisco

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

------------------------Favre & Vick. ZZZZZZZZZZZ------------------------

NFL - Favre's final pass throws Vikings into unexpected state of flux - Thomas George

Y! - Childress has a mess to clean up at QB - Dan Wetzel

Y! - Sage turns page on Favre saga - Jason Cole

SI - Brett Favre fools us once again by deciding to retire - Peter King

SI - There will be no Brett Favre era in Minnesota after all - Don Banks

ESPN - Favre's 'final' audible ill-timed - Jeffri Chadiha

ESPN - Long odds might have sacked Favre - John Clayton

NFL - Vick's rare, dynamic skill set deserves a second chance in NFL - Bucky Brooks

SI - Tony Dungy to get Michael Vick's life back on track, NFL or not - Peter King

NFP - Diner morning news: Goodell’s decision - Mike Lombardi

NFL - Best bet for Vick's return is with a team that runs the Wildcat - Pat Kirwan

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First rec'd of the morning....thanks, nyc

Hillis/Moreno in '09

by Emmett Smith on Jul 29, 2009 6:15 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Thanks for all the hard work, NYC.

Ugh, sometimes I wonder why I even click the links. Just more regurgitation of the same old tired talking points. Tanaka seems to think that our offensive line is something of a question mark. He also thinks that we’re moving to a totally new blocking scheme, contrary to all observable evidence. Why do these guys get paid to do this? I can understand a guy like Clayton being ignorant of what’s going on in Dove Valley, but these guys actually report primary on the Broncos. Yikes.

And why does everyone think that Ayers and Moreno are a unity problem? Don’t get me started… :)

All that said, he does make a valid point about the center of the 3-4. Here’s hoping we find at least a solid rotation at NT to pull the front seven together!

by BroncosBassist on Jul 29, 2009 6:32 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Thanks NYC....Awesome.

Is it even possible to feel anymore optimistic??? I am REALLY stoked with what is happening with our team…and it seems at least the local MSM are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

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 29, 2009 6:52 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

great job as usual, Thanks Nyc.

"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 29, 2009 6:53 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

Thanks, NYC.

"Keel?"

by Tempestuous Binary on Jul 29, 2009 7:52 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

The 2008 1st round picks provide a contract template.

I hear you on Crabtree. The 49ers would be crazy to and hated around the league if they caved to this dolt.

And even if they did, the rest of the NFL would be even crazier to reward their 1st round picks based on one outlier contract.

Who does this guy think he is – a 26 year old Jerry Rice? I hope Patrick Willis destroys this kid on a crossing route in his 1st practice.

by McGeorge on Jul 29, 2009 8:28 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

+100

That kid has some gumption. I can’t wait until they put a friggin rookie cap in place and end this silly and complete BS part of football.

I don’t want breakaway speed. I want break-some-poor-fool-as-I-bowl-you-over power getting 6 yards off a play that should have been stopped for 2 at most.

by sadaraine on Jul 29, 2009 12:56 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah, a cap is needed badly.

I mean Crabtree has no right to demand top 3 money. He didn’t even participate this offseason due to his foot injury. 49ers better not cave…..stand tall.

GO BRONCOS IN 2009 AND BEYOND!!

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

by weazel on Jul 29, 2009 7:42 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs

The orange jerseys are awesome!

by McGeorge on Jul 29, 2009 8:47 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

100% agreed!!

There is no army so powerful as an idea whose time has come.

by Jeremy Bolander on Jul 29, 2009 10:51 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs

Thanks NYC!!!

Take my advice... I'm not using it!
Just click your heels together three times and say, "There's no player like Hillis... there's no player like Hillis."

by BroncTastic on Jul 29, 2009 9:09 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs

stupid article did make me laugh though

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/07/29/bobby-wade-says-urlacher-thinks-cutlers-a-pussy/

by trumanj on Jul 29, 2009 12:24 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs

I like Alphonso in #33

He could make that number electric. ^^

"Talk about the Broncos and I'm gonna 'put my dukes up'. I'm gonna hit you with these rings." -- Rod Smith giving the Kennison rebuttal to Jamie Dukes

by broncosmontana on Jul 29, 2009 9:53 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs

The Anticipation is killing me

This is my first post on this site and I am excited on many different levels for all of us, including our team.

First, this is the best Broncos site available. The information that is shared here is priceless and keeps us all well informed as to what is going on in Dove Valley, and the organization as a whole. I love all of the exchanges here and what initially appeared to be a disasterous offseason, has now manifested itself into a very exciting time.

Second, the anticipation of the first snap will finally give us the long-awaited glimpse into this new 2009 team. I want to see the combination of the “Ameoba” spread offense with the home-made zone-blocking scheme. I want to see our special teams playing to the beat of Spencer Larsen and Darrell Reid. And last, but not least, I cannot wait to finally see what a Denver 3-4 will look like with nearly 1000 lbs up front, backed up by solid veterans in DJ Williams, Andra Davis, and one of the best if not THE best secondaries in the league!

Here’s to a very exciting and successful new season!

by Horsepower on Jul 29, 2009 11:12 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs

awesome username

and welcome aboard!

There is no army so powerful as an idea whose time has come.

by Jeremy Bolander on Jul 30, 2009 12:32 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs

Welcome

I share your excitement. I’ve been a Broncos fan for over 40 years and I cannot remember another time when I’ve been this thrilled at the offseason moves.

I was deeply frustrated this year at the incredibly poor main stream media reporting. It was a godsend to find MHR.

by Endzone on Jul 30, 2009 11:01 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs

Welcome Horsepower.

"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 29, 2009 11:21 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs