Horse Tracks 8/8/09 - Knowshon signed; HOF Edition

by Douglas A. Lee on Aug 8, 2009 8:01 AM MDT in Horse Tracks

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DP - Moreno signs with Broncos, 8 days late - Mike Klis
Honestly, I'd say the Broncos did quite a job getting Knowshon signed. The four players between DHB and Moreno are still without contracts, and the percentage increase for Knowshon's guarantee is less than that of Robert Ayers.

DB - Break in Action - Zach Eisendrath
Friday saw a lighter practice, while today is a much-welcomed day off. QB coach Mike McCoy says his transition from Carolina has been easy, as his training under Dan Henning years ago was quite similar to McDaniels' under Charlie Weis. Kenny Peterson and Chris Baker fielded punts to earn a curfew-free Friday.

DB - Day 8 Blog - Gray Caldwell
Nic Clemons is apparently recovered from his injury, while Wes Woodyard left practice with a possible injury. The LBs coaches have been working daily on improving the players' interception skills. I'll have to agree; fantastic playlist today - I'd love to know who was responsible for that one...

DB - Day 8: McDaniels - Broncos TV
McDaniels says to expect lots of 3-WR formations this year, meaning more action for Brandon Stokley than we're used to seeing.

NFP - Biggs: Denver's go-to guy
Not sure why we don't learn stuff like this from the local guys (unless I missed it), but Brandon Stokley apparently played a huge role in Eddie Royal's life last year.

DB - Day 8: McCoy - Broncos TV
Mike McCoy called it a "very easy decision" to head back to Denver. He stressed that the offense will be molded to best utilize the players' skills, rather than vice versa.

DB - Day 8: Baker - Broncos TV
Chris Baker discusses his punt-fielding skills and his dreams of catching TD passes. He says he's played NT for a long time and understands it's not a "glory" position.

DB - A Few Minutes With Ryan Torain - Broncos TV
Chris Hall catches up with Ryan Torain, who answers fan questions. Everyday of his offseason was rehab, and he admits to having been a Chefs fan growing up in Kansas. But he said, "That's all over now."

DB - Day 8: Transcripts - McDaniels

IDT - Moreno’s signing gives McDaniels all the game pieces - Hunter Ansley

AP - Denver Broncos (Finally) Ink Top Draft Pick Knowshon Moreno - Arnie Stapleton

CSG - Friday's Broncos training camp at a glance - Frank Schwab

DP - Broncos' new corner the real deal - Lindsay Jones
Folks are just starting to figure out what Ted Bartlett's been writing for months...

DP - Jordan's debts new snag for Broncos RB - Jeff Legwold

DP - Briefs: Broncos sure to find a slot for Stokley - Jeff Legwold

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KCS - Chiefs agree to contract with top draft pick Jackson

SDUT - Chargers' draft move motivates Merriman

SDUT - Despite all the other stuff, 'Lights Out' doesn't take day job lightly

SI - LaDanian Tomlinson, Philip Rivers, Shawnee Merriman want to reach SB - Jim Trotter
Someone should let these guys in on a big problem; their coach is Norv Turner...

FOX - Chargers' Sproles is as tough as they come - Mark Kriegel

SFG - Raiders Silver and Black Blog : Marshall sells his plan

SFG - Raiders Silver and Black Blog : Raiders hit a wall

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PFW - Hall of Fame Class of 2009 profiles

Y! - Thomas was more than just life of party - Mike Silver

KCS - Thomas touched and inspired many people - Jason Whitlock

SI - Derrick Thomas' son Derrion keeps his legacy alive - Peter King

KCS - Thomas was a difference-maker on the field

KCS - Thomas’ death left a void on the field that still hasn’t been filled

KCS - Chiefs knew Thomas was their guy in the 1989 draft

KCS - The saddest chapters of Derrick Thomas’ life are the ones he didn’t write

Y! - Debate over Woodson and Sanders continues - Jason Cole

PFW - Woodson reflects on Hall of Fame career

NFL - Notes from Canton: Bills ready for a big weekend - Vic Carucci

NFL - With signing of T.O., Wilson remains on center stage in Buffalo - Thomas George

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NFP - Diner morning news: Pats load up on defense - Mike Lombardi

NFL - With Singletary at the helm, 49ers ready to return to glory days - Bucky Brooks

SI - First-year Rams coach Steve Spagnuolo has team on right track - Don Banks

SI - Vikings put rookie Percy Harvin to work at training camp - Peter King

ESPN - Palpable buzz surrounds '09 Vikings - John Clayton

ESPN - Camp Confidential: Can the Steelers repeat?

ESPN - Colts comfortable with change - Chris Mortensen

SI - David Garrard, Jack del Rio and Jaguars out to prove themselves - Damon Hack

CBS - Packers camp report: Packers hope defensive hero comes in Cape - Clark Judge

FOX - CAMP SIGHTS: Packers escaped the Favre circus - Alex Marvez

NFP - The misery of training camp - Matt Bowen

NFP - Behind the Eli Manning deal - Andrew Brandt

NYT - Should You Be Allowed to Gamble on the N.F.L.? - Toni Monkovic

NFP - 2009 NFP scouting series: Kansas - Wes Bunting

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Mornin nyc, Glad Knowshon's on board,

Thanks again for all you do….

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

by UB3 on Aug 8, 2009 8:18 AM MDT reply actions

Good work nyc

I loved the Royal and Stokely article. Just another example of how great a player and human being Brandon Stokely is!! The article also brought to mind the article where Cutler supposedly “found” Royal on the practice field and has made his career. IMO while Cultler probably was a strong influence, the constant professionalism of Stokely easily was Royal’s biggest asset.

On To Victory!!!

by alacumba!! on Aug 8, 2009 8:46 AM MDT reply actions

Yeah... I didn't hear anything about that either....

Thumbs up to Stokely! That was a good read.

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 8, 2009 9:42 AM MDT up reply actions

Royal

Eddie talked about how important Stokley was to him off the field at the rookie symposium.

Thanks for the tracks nyc!

by Endzone on Aug 8, 2009 9:45 AM MDT up reply actions

When Royal says this:

"My goal is to make the playoffs," Royal said when asked what he had in mind for an encore. "It’s all about the team, getting to the playoffs and winning. Any time you set your goals, it starts with that."

It just makes me smile as a fan. Such a contradiction to the Diva WR’s so prevalent in the NFL. I sure do like the kid.

Take my advice... I'm not using it!
"If you can't be kind, at least have the decency to be vague."

by BroncTastic on Aug 8, 2009 8:55 AM MDT reply actions

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 Aug 8, 2009 9:00 AM MDT reply actions

Gilliard 1 Klis 0

At least he got the name right this time. Yeah, you know he reads MHR. LOL

by TheMastermind on Aug 8, 2009 9:09 AM MDT via mobile reply actions

Oops, forgot to mention that! Nice catch!

by Douglas A. Lee on Aug 8, 2009 10:46 AM MDT up reply actions

Is L Jordan a lock to make the team because of his contract?

Love the Broncos, don't like their Coach.

by McGeorge on Aug 8, 2009 9:11 AM MDT reply actions

Although I don't think McD will leave any position short...

I believe he will choose the best 53 players, that fit the new system and his player criteria (smart, tough, team players, etc), that gives us the best chance to win now and still maintain a solid foundation for the future…I hope anyway, that contracts do not carry much weight in the process…JMO

by BroncoSense72 on Aug 8, 2009 9:48 AM MDT up reply actions

No, he is definitely not a lock in that sense

He only received a $500,000 signing bonus.

by Douglas A. Lee on Aug 8, 2009 10:45 AM MDT up reply actions

If they carry 4 RBs, then I think Jordan makes the team

Hillis, Moreno, Buckhalter, Torain, Jordan

However, if they decide to carry only 4 in order to stock up elsewhere, then I think Torain and Jordan will be battling for the last spot. Hard to say at this point who would win.

by BuckarooBanzai on Aug 8, 2009 3:15 PM MDT up reply actions

uh, that should be "If they carry 5 RBs..."

by BuckarooBanzai on Aug 8, 2009 3:16 PM MDT up reply actions

His familiarity with the system

gave him a huge head start at the beginning of the offseason. If others beat him out, that will speak volumes about him and them.

I’m guessing he’s in, but as nyc pointed out, money won’t be the reason.

"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 10, 2009 12:45 AM MDT up reply actions

Thanks, NYC.

Anyone know what’s up with Wesley?

"Keel?"

by Tempestuous Binary on Aug 8, 2009 9:30 AM MDT reply actions

Well done NYC

Always a great job…Thanks

by BroncoSense72 on Aug 8, 2009 9:36 AM MDT reply actions

Thanks!!!

Anybody else notice how McD goes out of his way to single guys out and heap praise on them? I think its a nice touch. Its also interesting in light of the attempts by some pundits to paint McD as an anti-player coach— nobody feels safe, loved, blah, blah, blah. The more I see of McD, the more I’d like to play or work for the guy.

There is a principle which is a bar against all information, which is proof against all arguments and which cannot fail to keep a man in everlasting ignorance-- that principle is contempt prior to investigation."
-- Herbert Spencer

by PredominantlyOrange on Aug 8, 2009 9:52 AM MDT reply actions