signed speedster RB Marcus Thigpen
by Colinski on Aug 17, 2009 2:50 AM MDT
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PrintThe Broncos added another RB to bolster depth at a position that's been thin because of the waiver of Torain and the injury to Moreno in the opening game.
I wanted to post something on Thigpen because I think he's an interesting talent. I won't attempt to research him at this time but I recall reading about him in my pre-draft analysis. Please add any information you may have on him since this is quick, informal post.
Thigpen belongs on my list of darkhorse roster surprises.
Here's why he could make roster:
- Speed, speed, speed. The one thing we lack at RB is a speed back and he could give that to us.
- Return ability; he was one top the top return specialists in the draft and there a signs that they're still looking for a returner. My recollection is that he had a number of returns for touchdowns in the junior year but came back to earth in his senior year.
- A good third down back like Arrington, whose position we never quite filled after he was released.
- Receiving ability. Indiana tried to convert him into a WR and he has quite a few receptions for his career.
The bottom line is he fits our needs in a number of ways, and he'd also be a very good choice for the practice squad, too. (BTW - those of you who liked the idea of Alridge will like this guy)
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Interesting
5’9", 193 pounds. Also a sprinter in college. 4.47 40. Projected to go in the fifth to 6th rounds, apparently undrafted. Here’s a more direct link to the same place linked above:
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/profile_display.cfm?Prospect_ID=1696
He felt like the man who drew the first circle. Perfect, and complete.
From The Big Law, by Chuck Logan
MMmmmm
Sounds like he might be a Sproles kinda guy…Very interesting indeed…Looking forward to checking him out…
Was originally signed by the Eagles
Was cut ~ August 4th (last paragraph here) to make room for other signings.
Of some note is that he was previewed on the Eagles’ site as a receiver.
Wiki and Roto World don't have much
But NFL Draft Scout has a lot of info here.
"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."
wow.....amazing speed
McD could put up some TDs if this guy can just play a little football….great potential….I like the Sproles analogy
He's a ST guy.... More like our old "quick six" Anthony Alridge!
Great return specialist and keeps the regulars out of harms way. I really like this hybrid guy.
"Attitude reflects Leadership" Hogblog...aka KSM
Could surprise!
First things first; not as fast as Anthony Alridge but much stronger and should be more durable player who could can play special teams on KO returns. A. Smith is a lock at PR’s but is it possible we could find a guy this week as many are saying another Sproles? Also could be used on 3rd down situations either at RB or WR hmmmm “versatile” one of McD’s prerequisites for making the team. Hopefully he will be playing on special teams against Seahawks….
oc60
chances
He’s a longshot to make the roster but he fills a role. He’s the type of player we’ve needed but that doesn’t mean he’s the quality of player we needed.
Being the right type should enhance his chances though.
His speed isn’t as good as Alridge’s but very, very few players are that fast. His skill as a returner probably exceeds Alridge’s. His junior season has people wondering if he was the next great KR; his senior year didn’t.
"If people define situations as real, they are real in their consequences". W. I. Thomas
The overall level of talent
& versatility on the roster continues to rise. Thanks for the background info on this latest acquisition. Rec’d.
"He can take his'n n beat your'n, or he can take your'n n beat his'n." Florida A&M Coach Jake Gaither on Alabama Coach Paul "Bear" Bryant.
I want to thank you oc60.
You may not realize just how much help you provide to people like me whose internet skills are… limited. I probably would never have been able to find this on my own, or if I could have, it would have taken wat too much of my time.
So once again, thank you..
If this be Hell, let us make the most of it!
by Trinidad Jack on Aug 17, 2009 5:01 PM MDT up reply actions
FYI
The DB site has him listed as Marcus Thomas #29, also, it follows that he is listed the same on the roster on the left side of this site page. I noticed this when I looked for Le Kevin Smith’s number on the roster.
"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."
Marcus Thomas is another RB we signed
This makes 3 marcus’s on the roster…
Precision in thought, concision in style, decision in life.
by Jeremy Bolander on Aug 17, 2009 3:12 PM MDT up reply actions
OK
I thought it might be a typo.
"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."
And some Brandons
Marshall, Lloyd, Stokely, Gorin…
Interesting quote on the kid Thigpen, taken from denverbroncos.com:
During his four-year tenure with the Hoosiers, Thigpen became the first player in school history with more than 1,000 career rushing yards, receiving yards and kickoff return yards.
Hillis/Moreno in '09
We also have 4 Mc's on the roster (McBean, McBath, McChesney, and McKinley)
Coincidence? I think not. What is McD up to??
He felt like the man who drew the first circle. Perfect, and complete.
From The Big Law, by Chuck Logan
Its all about flexibility.
Can you play two or more positions?
Can you change your playing style merely by moving around on the filed ala moving from HB to WR position).
Can you use equipment with someone else’s name or initials on it and it still be your name or initials?
Can the coaches call out five first names and have an entire 11-on-11 scrimage set-up?
McDaniels has it ALL figured out.
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