Horse Tracks 8/7/09 - Booing the home team? At practice? Seriously, folks?!
by Douglas A. Lee on Aug 7, 2009 5:38 AM MDT
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BDawk is expected back in two weeks
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Highlights and quotes from last night's practice at the Big IF.
DB - Day 7: McDaniels - Broncos TV
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Kyle Orton spoke after Thursday morning's practice
DB - Day 7: A.M. Blog
Those missing practice yesterday morning were Brandon Marshall, Brian Dawkins and Rulon Davis.
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Over 13,000 showed up to watch the Broncos practice last night.
DB - Practice at INVESCO Live Blog - Gray Caldwell
Big plays by Alphonso Smith and Kenny McKinley in the return game and a solid showing by the run defense. In the passing game, big plays from Andre' Goodman and Brandon Stokley.
AP - Brian Dawkins' Injury Means More Reps For Rookie David Bruton
DP - Broncos close to signing Moreno, will try today
DP - Broncos' Moss says he's ready to work - Lindsay Jones
Jarvis spoke about his absence from practice, saying that he never pondered retirement. Perhaps today's the day for Knowshon; in addition to Orton, Matt Prater heard some boos. Marquez Branson and J'Vonne Parker suffered apparent knee injuries last night.
CSG - Broncos QB Orton hears boos after a couple of boo-boos - Frank Schwab
DP - Krieger: Simms learns he can stomach tough times
Krieger looks back Chris Simms' long recovery from his splenectomy. Simms says he didn't get rid of his scar tissue and strengthen his core until last year in Tennessee.
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AP - Eddie Royal Emerging As Broncos Offensive Centerpiece
LVS - Mirage sues Denver Broncos player over alleged debts
The Mirage is seeking $20,000 in alleged gambling debts from LaMont Jordan
NYT - Research Shows Marino Is Comeback King, Not Elway - Mike Tanier
UH-OH
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DP - Timing everything for McBean
Klis reminds us that Ryan McBean was drafted in the 4th round by the Stillers. Of course, they did cut him...Meanwhile, Legwold says there's a logjam at WR.
LTC - The Thick Blue Line
Brian Howell on NT Ronald Fields
DB - Open For Business
Mike Rice previewed the evening practice
DP - Free session draws a crowd at Invesco - Anica Wong
AP - "Boo-Birds" Make An Apperance At Training Camp - Arnie Stapleton
IS - Orton seizes his big opportunity
Nice to hear Kyle drives a hybrid and worked with green groups in Chicago...
CSG - Broncos: Kicker Prater having shaky camp - Frank Schwab
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DP - Cutler disses Denver fans on radio show
What a guy...
DP - Grin and Bear it: Cutler’s radio interview with .mp3
WYTV - Maurice Clarett Withdraws Request for Early Prison Release
On a human level, you've gotta feel bad for this guy and his issues. But boy, imagine if the Broncos had selected Marion Barber or Brandon Jacobs instead of him...
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SFC - Burgess traded to Patriots
Jokeland reportedly received a 3 and a 5 for Derrick Burgess
NFL - Raiders grant Burgess' wish, ship two-time Pro Bowl DE to Patriots
PFW - Patriots steal another from Oakland
Way to go, Al...
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CCT - Martin Snapp: Oakland Raiders deserve their due
Boo hoo. Jokeland ONLY has 13 HOFers. Must be rough getting such little respect...
KCS - Chiefs reportedly close to signing top draft pick Jackson
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SDUT - TV blackouts are likely to return this season
SDUT - LT hopes to form his own 2-H Club
SDUT - Jammer goes down hard, gets up mad
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NFL - Texans sign RB Hall, CB O'Neal
Kubes, Rick Smith & Co. added a couple of ex-Broncos in Deltha O'Neal and Andre Hall.
SI - NFL, Players Union labor dispute puts 2011 season in question - Peter King
NFL - Browns WR Stallworth meets with commissioner, apologizes for actions
NFL - Falcons lose WR Douglas for season to knee injury; White still holding out
NFL - Patriots say they're talking to Wilfork's agent about contract extension
Y! - Titans to wear No. 9 decal in honor of McNair
NFL - Niners mum on report that rookie WR Crabtree willing to hold out all season
Frankly, some people just don't know how good they've got it...
Y! - 49ers' Crabtree conducts convoluted holdout - Michael Crabtree
NFP - Crabtree’s ill-advised threat - Matt Bowen
NFL - With Spagnuolo at the helm, Rams embrace physical style of play - Steve Wyche
NFL - Parcells still in the spotlight, but Dolphins' success is a collective effort - Thomas George
SI - Colts hope changes will energize team - Don Banks
CBS - Colts camp report: Meet the new boss - Pete Prisco
Y! - Bears' turnaround goes beyond Cutlermania - Mike Silver
ESPN - Bears embracing Marinelli's methods - Chris Mortensen
Y! - Jets find consistency everywhere but QB - Charles Robinson
Y! - Stafford not making Lions' decision easy - Mike Silver
ESPN - Camp Confidential: Panthers eye next step
ESPN - Can an old coach change his stripes?
Matt Mosley previews Cowboys camp
NFP - Tavern talk: Worst game managers
Lombardi looks at the guys who can't handle the clock.
NFP - Diner morning news: Is Eli worth it? - Mike Lombardi
FOX - George deserves a shot, but does he want it? - Jason Whitlock
Whitlock actually thinks Jeff George should still be playing. Seriously?
PFW - Inductees Wilson, Smith epitomize Buffalo spirit
SI - What I learned from Peter King - Ross Tucker
NFP - 2009 NFP scouting series: Nebraska - Wes Bunting
NFL - While middle linebacker has lost draft value, good 2010 prospects remain - Gil Brandt
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Goodman is good for Denver.
Living in South Florida, I got to see the Dolphins play quite a bit. I really liked watching Goodman, he is a solid upgrade from a declining Bly. Miami had not intention of resigning Hill, but there were bummed to see Goodman go (we are seeing why). Sounds like he is fitting in well in Denver and hopefully forces teams to throw at Champ every now and again.
Love the Broncos, don't like their Coach.
by McGeorge on Aug 7, 2009 6:25 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs
sorry about the grammar mistakes.
Love the Broncos, don't like their Coach.
by McGeorge on Aug 7, 2009 6:26 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
While I would have liked to see a little more action at NT, I’m pretty psyched that they focused on upgrading the secondary and ST with some of their picks this year. Crossing fingers. But I do like Goodman, a lot!
"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 Aug 7, 2009 6:39 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Quick question, how were the DB's aligned?
Has there been any physicality at the line and does this suit Goodman? I know that Champ prefers to play off his man at the line of scrimmage, and I know that was one of Bly’s criticisms last year, so I was just wondering if any coverage changes, like jamming or tight coverage (thanks to hoosierteacher for finally defining these in a thread a while ago!) have been evident so far.
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by Choochoobonewagon on Aug 7, 2009 1:03 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah a definate upgrade over bly
now if we can get champ covering receivers rather than constantly looking into the backfield… (not his fault)
by Whidbey Bronco on Aug 8, 2009 7:57 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
WTF?? Booing at practice??
Stay classy guys, whoever you are…
"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 Aug 7, 2009 6:33 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs
Especially Over Int
If there is one thing I am not worried about seeing more of than Cutler it is interceptions.
Tis better not to throw it to the deep receiver but the open receiver.
by Kfustud on Aug 7, 2009 6:48 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
My only concern is Prater and how he still seems to be having issues — shouldn’t be long before we see a free agent step into camp. Now I need to find an up to date list so I know who is available =)
by Todd Jewell on Aug 7, 2009 6:55 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I Don't Boo My Team
It is my team.
Yes I want a good kicker I hope they work on that issue.
As for the rest I think McD summed it up nicely. You never have a good day when it is Offense vs Defense because when someone makes a play it means someone else screwed up.
Tis better not to throw it to the deep receiver but the open receiver.
by Kfustud on Aug 7, 2009 7:57 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Booing Prater is A-OK
I’m not for booing the rest of the team at a practice, but there is NOTHING wrong with booing Prater. He has no competition (NONE) in practice so if he is ever going to grow a pair, maybe he will after hearing the home crowd hate on his weak performance.
He needs a good hard kick in the pants some way or another. This free ride onto the roster had to end somewhere.
Love the Broncos, don't like their Coach.
by McGeorge on Aug 7, 2009 7:20 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
doh
There isn’t much out there in the form of FA at this point based on my limited research, unfortunate.
by Todd Jewell on Aug 7, 2009 7:21 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think Stover is still out there.
Love the Broncos, don't like their Coach.
by McGeorge on Aug 7, 2009 7:47 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Relax about the booing
It’s been overstated by those that weren’t there- I was. There were cheers, there were boos, there was laughter,- everybody was having a good time. It was a 3/4 speed scrimmage that was playing to the crowd. “We talkin’ ’bout PRACTICE.”
Relax, people- it really wasn’t that big of a deal.
by AllBroncsallday on Aug 7, 2009 7:07 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs
Good to hear, AB
Thx. Having fun is what’s most important. Glad to hear people were.
"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 Aug 7, 2009 7:08 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
It was hard to tell from my cheap seat in Bozeman, Montana. ; )
"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 Aug 7, 2009 7:10 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agree completely
I agree with Allbroncsallday. Prater was the only one who really got it bad, and honestly I believe McDaniel’s handled it well. The team started off the field after the first miss and was sent back out. This caused more booing, especially after the second try was no good. Prater was suddenly under a lot of pressure and it was a much better training opportunity that it would have been otherwise. Hats off to McDaniels who seems to use every opportunity to help bring someone along in their development. It was a lot of fun to watch.
by zman18b on Aug 7, 2009 7:24 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yep
And zman’s right- Prater really was the only one, and it only came after he’d missed the second one. Once he finally made one, the resulting cheer was louder than all of the prior booing put together.
The bsm is pushing this “Crowd boos Broncos” baloney, but as usual, the story they’re pushing is inaccurate.
by AllBroncsallday on Aug 7, 2009 7:34 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I Always Question
any MSM article that sticks as many adjectives and modifiers into a story like this one has.
Take this from the ESPN article.
“I had a good day,” Goodman said in a lonely sentiment afterward.
“Lonely sentiment?” How about “Goodman said.”
Tis better not to throw it to the deep receiver but the open receiver.
by Kfustud on Aug 7, 2009 8:00 AM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
Our 2009-2010 Avs: The towel has been thrown into the rink.
by Bob in Boulder on Aug 7, 2009 12:24 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Philly Phan here- Nice Iverson
Quick question, is Dawk attending practice?
RIP JJ
by MeanGreen5 on Aug 8, 2009 9:20 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
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
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by KaptainKirk on Aug 7, 2009 8:06 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs
Regardless of the level of booing I still think there is a problem...
,…bear with me while I explain.
While I acknoweldge from those that were there that the booing last night was more limited than the media have made out I’m still disapointed to hear it happened, but not surprised
From what I have seen on the telly it pretty much seems standard now that whenever Denver lose a real game, the crowd at Invesco Field voice their displeasure loudly, (those of course that are left after the fairweather fans have all gone home, having given up on their team by the 3rd Quarter, another unpleasant trend I hasten to add).
I’m pretty sure after the Jacksonville upset in 1996 i don’t recall mass booing from the Mile High faithful. Perhaps Mile High regulars can set me straight here. I only ever saw the Broncos win whenever I came over physically to Denver so of course I only saw happy Denver fans in the stands!
It’s no better this side of the Atlantic. 10 years ago if my football (“soccer”!!) team Fulham lost there would be no booing by the crowd. Now if we lose to anyone other than a giant team like Manchecter United, then a chorus of loud boos ring out, even if the team played hard.
Personally I find it embarrasing. I was bought up to cheer for your team through thick and thin, and I’m only 38! What’s changed? Has our society got so self-absorbed such that we think we have the right to demand success all the time from our athletes and that gives us the right to boo them, even if they have left it all on the field in an attempt to win (PS the right to boo the likes of Dale Carter is a different story!).
by British Bronco on Aug 7, 2009 8:12 AM MDT reply actions 1 recs
Maybe Elway spoiled us
with all those magical 4th quarter comebacks, culminating in a SuperBowl win. We’ve had plenty of other comebacks since then, but no SBs.
Like it or not, and though my expectations remain high, I am approaching this season as a rebuilding year and will be modifying my patience quotient… well, not a lot, but a little.
I think it’s okay to voice your frustration as loudly as you can, but the spirit of it should be such that the team feels like you’re sharing their frustration, not writing them off as losers.
That said, AB made an excellent excellent point. This time of year, it’s just practice. The team has a lot of training left to do.
"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 Aug 7, 2009 8:18 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
true
Doubters (like myself) of the new regime (like it or not) are going to have to expect Orton & company to make a lot of mistakes. New coach, system, players…
I myself am resolved not to turn ugly on my team when these things happen. Hard as it may be.
Go Broncos! Go KO!
Oh yeah, KM too!
by Whidbey Bronco on Aug 8, 2009 8:05 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
We've become a boorish society
That, and fantasy football — coupled with the ESPNing of sports — has ruined the entire concept of team.
by JeffG on Aug 7, 2009 8:58 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
We agree on something.
I could not agree with you more about fantasy football. What a stupid time suck that glorifies stats over all else.
Love the Broncos, don't like their Coach.
by McGeorge on Aug 7, 2009 9:14 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm sure we agree on more than one thing, McGeorge
I just don’t always like the way you express your opinions — as I’m sure you don’t like the way I express mine.
I don’t need constant optimism. I just want constructive criticism.
I love the info here — and I love the articles. What I can do without is some of the sanctimony: if you go out of your way to SHOW how open you are to all opinions, rather than just being open to all opinions, you create a strained atmosphere where people spend an inordinate amount of time gushing.
I understand the need to keep things civil, having run a very successful website myself — and having had to go to court and get a restraining order on at least one troll. But there’s a difference between that kind of behavior and saying something salty from time to time.
by JeffG on Aug 7, 2009 9:41 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well said!
Wait… did I just gush? : )
"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 Aug 7, 2009 9:52 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Whidbey Bronco?
As in Annacortes/Oak Harbor?
"I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work."
- Thomas Alva Edison
"Success is not a place at which one arrives, but rather... the spirit with which one undertakes and continues the journey."
- Alex Noble
by DenBronx on Aug 10, 2009 7:58 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I love football
And everyone assumes that I play fantasy football.
No way!
I watch for the love of the game (and beer).
by NYCBronx on Aug 7, 2009 11:42 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
No Question
Individual vs. Team…The success of the individual is a result of the success of the Team…
by BroncoSense72 on Aug 7, 2009 1:55 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s funny. I love fantasy baseball, but that’s because baseball itself is so simple that the fantasy version becomes a kind of abstract math competition. Football is awesome precisely because there are way, way too many variables involved to make statistical prediction a worthwhile exercise.
It’s why I can’t really watch baseball any more (too much luck involved; the best team only wins 60% of the time), and why the hundreds of ways to gain advantage in a football game are just so compelling.
by Chibronx on Aug 7, 2009 9:20 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was at the Jacksonville game in 1996
And yeah, there were some boos. You’re mistaken to think otherwise.
Again, I think this whole booing thing has been over-played quite a bit. It was by no means “mass booing”- don’t let the bsm convince you otherwise.
It really wasn’t a big deal. I’m more concerned about Moreno getting his rear into camp.
by AllBroncsallday on Aug 7, 2009 11:48 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
And also
With the announced crowd at ~13K, there’s bound to be a few knucklehead haters in the group- don’t let it get you down.
by AllBroncsallday on Aug 7, 2009 11:56 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
From DB.com
On both touchdown plays, Orton rolled out of the pocket to avoid pressure before finding the veteran receiver, who seemed to always find an open space in the defense.
Is this a good sign for the D line, considering we are going against our awesome O line? Are we getting a rush? Or is it more of the almost-there-but-not-soon-enough stuff? Anyone who was there last night care to comment?
"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 Aug 7, 2009 8:23 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs
TV Blackouts in San Diego… LOL.
Booing a crappy kicker is one thing, but San Diego can’t even get paying fans into the stadium to see a team that is supposed to win the Super Bowl (for like the 5th year in row with ZERO success to speak of).
Love the Broncos, don't like their Coach.
by McGeorge on Aug 7, 2009 8:42 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs
+1
Should’a dropped the Dolts and kept the Seachickens in the AFC West.
by Royal With Cheese on Aug 7, 2009 9:24 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
They’ll be the Los Angles Chargers in a few years. I love telling that to Dolt fans. And that it’s probably true is the best part.
Love the Broncos, don't like their Coach.
by McGeorge on Aug 7, 2009 9:50 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ouch.... could it get any more shameful?
My image is the Circa 1960-’61 Broncos home uniform sock. Some what folk lore to me ... but referred to as the clown sock by my Dad.
by YellowStoneBronco on Aug 7, 2009 3:14 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL!!
"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 Aug 7, 2009 9:51 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Back to Basics: Thanks, NYC
You’ve spoiled us by gradually lengthening this each and every day. Lots and lots of work goes into it. Many thanks.
by Chibronx on Aug 7, 2009 9:22 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs
In my opinion, the defense is looking good.
It appears that we got some interior push on a couple of occasions. Otherwise, the QBs were just stepping up in the pocket as the outside rushers were ushered around. I was impressed by the defense overall, and especially the cornerbacks. The OLBs appear to be progressing pretty well, with Tim Crowder really showing some streaks of talent. I thought Doom looked tentative though. Ayers had a couple good rushes, but overall looks like he is working on pure talent rather than technique at this point. He definitely shows real potential though. Moss has to learn how to use his height and speed to his advantage, as he is still letting blockers get under his body. Overall, I am hopeful and I think there is a lot of talent across the board. I am soooo happy to see the team working on fundamentals as I could not have withstood another season of missed tackles and flying helmets.
by zman18b on Aug 7, 2009 9:59 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs
One thing's for sure...
…it’s hard to say Denver fans are a 6 in terms of passion when they boo a practice one week into training camp. ;-)
by ShawnDenver on Aug 7, 2009 10:02 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs
That's brilliant! well done Shawn!
It's "just" football
by Donkhead on Aug 7, 2009 10:48 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
regardless of the level it occurred at
booing the Broncos is weak…if you guys who booed don’t like it, why did you go?
Jason
The Hanging Curve
by poorboywilly on Aug 7, 2009 11:22 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs
Not sure I agree
One of the things I’ve learned in my nearly 2 decades as a bronco fan is that Denver is one of the BEST cities for football nationally. Really Colorado is just great for their sports teams in general cough not rockies cough lol. but honestly, the fact that we boo our team is not so drastic of a thing. I love the fact that our fans are
A. Passionate to show up to a practice in such numbers
B. Passionate enough to sell out the arena for how many straight years now?
C. Passionate enough to show their displeasure at unsatisfactory results, and cheers at good results.
I’m tired of the nation where from elementary school on people are being trained there are no losers, my freaking highschool had 2 homecoming queens because they didn’t want one of the 2 top finalists to get all butt hurt. pardon my french
I love Denver because we (no I don’t live there anymore but grew up and have strong family ties) are not afraid to show our true feelings. No coddeling. No cupping of the sack, just pure, unadulterated passion.
So please stop whining about people booing. It really is a posotive in the long run. At least IMHO
"I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work."
- Thomas Alva Edison
"Success is not a place at which one arrives, but rather... the spirit with which one undertakes and continues the journey."
- Alex Noble
by DenBronx on Aug 7, 2009 11:47 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I hate the "everybody's a winner" mindset, as well.
But that’s not what this is about. This is about showing support for a team that is one week into practice, with new coaches, a new system, and a new QB.
And I doubt very much the booing had anything to do with any dissatisfaction with the play of the Broncos. It was about acting toward McDaniels and Orton as they’ve been taught over the past few months to act by the mainstream press and the football “experts,” all of whom preach team, but all of whom simultaneously pan that concept when it’s actually put into practice, and when somebody like Cutler (who more and more people are now willing to share stories about, none of which show him in a positive light off the field) is shown the door for refusing to buy into it.
by JeffG on Aug 7, 2009 12:03 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can understand that,
Maybe I am just an idiot, but I raised loving, and loving to hate the broncos. I mean my aunt was the loudest person at any football party whether we were winning or losing. And it was never just unconditional posotivity, it was cheers AND jeers. And frankly I wouldn’t have it any other way.
It CAN"T just be the media conditioning people about mcdaniels and orton because look at who they boo’d the most PRATER. This is just our fans showing their love and support on both ends of the HAPPY and NOT HAPPY spectrum. And I would be SHOCKED!! if the boo’s were in actuality out of honest to god anger and distain, rather than good natured love/hate fandom.
"I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work."
- Thomas Alva Edison
"Success is not a place at which one arrives, but rather... the spirit with which one undertakes and continues the journey."
- Alex Noble
by DenBronx on Aug 7, 2009 12:17 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Some of that
I think that there was some of that, but really, the loudest, clearest boos came down after Prater missed the second. That was a clear indication of dissatisfaction with the play of one particular would-be Bronco. But sure, some of it was some of that, I’m sure- bound to be some ticked off fans in the crowd that are just angry. I didn’t get the sense that it was an overall attitude from the crowd, but you know the angry ones are mixed in there.
There were some barely heard indications of dissatisfaction shown towards Orton from some, after he’d already thrown two picks, hanging a longish throw up toward the end. Not much, and not loud.
I’ve heard St. John The Elway shown those same indications of dissatisfaction with his play at Mile High, so I’m not sure that it means anything.
Some think it means something, but I’m just not concerned about it.
by AllBroncsallday on Aug 7, 2009 1:25 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1
I guess that would be a better assesment of my true point. really all I was trying to point out is what you said…..we shouldn’t be concerned with the boo’s (if I did in fact understand your point)
All I want people to realize is, it takes as much passion to JEER your own team as it does to CHEER for them (not counting fairweather Fans, which we have very few of in my observation.)
What most people don’t realize is this…..What is the opposite of LOVE?
The answer?: Complete and utter lack of care. Hate is in fact the CLOSEST emotion to love there is, and therefore having a Love/Hate relationship really only means you care the utmost for your team no matter what.
wow maybe I should stop posting such long comments……..lol
"I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work."
- Thomas Alva Edison
"Success is not a place at which one arrives, but rather... the spirit with which one undertakes and continues the journey."
- Alex Noble
by DenBronx on Aug 7, 2009 1:40 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1.
Love the Broncos, don't like their Coach.
by McGeorge on Aug 7, 2009 1:41 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, I just don’t see it as any big hairy omg deal. It happens.
And let’s not forget that even so, Denver is not Philly- that is, all booing is not equal.
The “boos” were not the “BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! YOU GUYS SUCK!!” kind of thing. Well, maybe a smidge of that after Prater missed his second, but not much.
Really, the boos were more like “Boo, that sucked, c’mon now!!” encouragement.
The loudest cheer of the night? After Prater finally hit one.
What’s that tell you?
by AllBroncsallday on Aug 7, 2009 1:49 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
exactly. ++++++1
"I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work."
- Thomas Alva Edison
"Success is not a place at which one arrives, but rather... the spirit with which one undertakes and continues the journey."
- Alex Noble
by DenBronx on Aug 7, 2009 1:51 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think some of the most vehement comments I ever uttered
were directed at The Duke. And that’s exactly right — it was much more of a “C’mon, John! Get it together and kick their a$$!”
"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 Aug 7, 2009 2:43 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
this isn't a no one loses thing
it’s the fact that you are going to a free practice to watch your team, you should support them.
Jason
The Hanging Curve
by poorboywilly on Aug 7, 2009 5:27 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1
Especially when it was free to attend. I understand the right to boo when you ponied up the bucks to buy a ticket, but booing a free practice one week into Training Camp is definately weak sauce IMO.
People can use statistics to prove anything, 87% of all people know that.
by c_style on Aug 7, 2009 11:47 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
What do you mean....
Why would you ‘pony up bucks’ to boo?
I just simply don’t follow the logic….
First team to three consecutive SB wins!!!! and then some, right? I think four and we oughtta let someone else have a fair shot : )
by PearlJamBroncoGFunk on Aug 8, 2009 12:32 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
I personally don't boo
But I understand why some do. Fans are the paying customers and if the product is not good, they have a right to express their displeasure. I can follow that logic even if I don’t conduct myself in that manner. I have been bummed out at several games but I don’t boo.
My comment was anti-booing. I don’t want Broncos fans to boo our team ever but I think it’s especially dumb to go to a free practice and boo. Kind of like going to the soup kitchen and then complaining about the quality of the meal. To me it seems much more logical to complain about a meal if you are paying for it, then if it’s free.
People can use statistics to prove anything, 87% of all people know that.
by c_style on Aug 8, 2009 1:56 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
huh?
I just deleted my comments.
…I disagree
by Whidbey Bronco on Aug 8, 2009 8:12 AM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
*Was raised* not I raised........
"I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work."
- Thomas Alva Edison
"Success is not a place at which one arrives, but rather... the spirit with which one undertakes and continues the journey."
- Alex Noble
by DenBronx on Aug 7, 2009 12:20 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs
"josh, did anyone stand out?"
- “no not really”
lol love it, keep it under wraps
"Have you ever heard of the emancipation proclamation?"
- "I don't listen to hip-hop"
"Born like this / Into this"
by BroncoJoe311 on Aug 7, 2009 12:36 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs
Where is the Moreno signs update? Come on kid. Sign your contract and get you butt in Camp.
I’ve been waiting for the Moreno signs update for a week. It’s past time I see it.
Love the Broncos, don't like their Coach.
by McGeorge on Aug 7, 2009 1:33 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs
I tweeted him earlier
Told him I’d send him five bucks if he signed today. : D
"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 Aug 7, 2009 2:44 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Some good nuggets from Broncotalk.
“Ryan Clady had some really nice plays, a few that fascinated me in particular. Successful teams in recent years past, like the Steelers with Alan Faneca or the Seahawks with Steve Hutchinson, will pull a guard to the other side during a run play. The Broncos did that last night too, but with their left tackle, at least twice. Clady’s quick enough where he stepped in front of Ben Hamilton and blocked Ronald Fields one-on-one, while Hamilton picked up the weakside backer. Both times, Fields didn’t stand a chance. That’s McDaniels recognizing that you don’t have to be a skill-position player to be a weapon.”
“Because you’re not there in the playbook and in the huddle, it’s hard to tell who’s to blame when the defense breaks down. But twice last night, it was clear Alphonso Smith made mental mistakes that cost the team touchdowns. You can tell by the nonverbal communication – when a teammate points at Smith after a score and shouts what the play was, and Smith nods in understanding and shakes his head in self-disappointment, it’s clear he knows he goofed. Smith did make plays though, including a pass break-up of Stokley and a big blocked pass on a blitz.”
Love the Broncos, don't like their Coach.
by McGeorge on Aug 7, 2009 1:37 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs
That was a great play
That pass break-up showed super recognition of where he was and where the QB was in his throwing motion. He recognized that “Hey, I’m not gonna get there in time…”, slowed his rush just a touch, and timed his jump superbly. Rook made a great play there.
by AllBroncsallday on Aug 7, 2009 1:57 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks NYC!
My what a platter before me!
Joe Sakic was pure class, win or lose, at all times.
by Colorado_Kitten on Aug 7, 2009 2:23 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs
Freaking Moreno.. Sign already!
Love the Broncos, don't like their Coach.
by McGeorge on Aug 7, 2009 3:14 PM MDT reply actions 0 recs
Schefter just noted
@Adam_Schefter: Broncos and Knowshon Moreno real close to ending his Knowshow. I think deal tonight.
"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 Aug 7, 2009 3:49 PM MDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks for the tracks nyc
got to goin’ through ’em a little late – when I signed on KM signed so I got a little too excited.
First team to three consecutive SB wins!!!! and then some, right? I think four and we oughtta let someone else have a fair shot : )
by PearlJamBroncoGFunk on Aug 8, 2009 12:33 AM MDT reply actions 0 recs
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