Go Broncos…

Lots of links to revel in today.

Lookin ahead, I have a bad feeling about the Jokeland game. I have no doubt the ‘06-’08 Broncos would have laid an egg in it — showing up unprepared for winnable games was just part of their M. O. If they play as hard next week as the last two, I’ll be convinced something has changed in Dove Valley.

..because I literally just had the worst fantasy and picks week ever. I have never had a more embarrasing week in either department.

I’ll take it over theopposite any day, though.

I like how Peter King managed to throw a bronco comment in the end finally, saying that dumervil is unorthodox but did good in the game

I was very encouraged by yesterday’s game. Cleveland is no doubt a crappy team, but we kicked the crap out of them.

Our freaking D is…. I don’t even have the words. I just clap and yell at my TV all game because I’m so excited about everything I’m seeing. It’s not one or two things, it’s everything that looks better. A LOT better. Mike Nolan = coach of the week (again).

Orton is improving. 9 for 24 in the first half scary, but he does protected the ball and didn’t take dumb sacks. I’m sure he can’t wait for that stupid glove to come off.

The running game got going and B Marshall made a few nice plays.

I’m still worried about Prater. Huge leg, but weak stomach. The guy misses too many important kicks and his misses come in bunches. If Denver is behind 21-23 to Dallas and Prater is lining up for the game winning 42 yard FG with three seconds left, I don’t have much confidence that he makes it. If he has already missed a kick earlier in that game, I have no confidence in him.

I’m still disappointed in the Bronco fans who were at the game booing Orton when we were in the lead. He may not be a flashy wizbang, but he sure can get the job done and win games when it counts.

That KC piece by Whitlock on Todd Haley is one of the harshest things I’ve read in awhile. From what I saw Haley kind of deserves it but it still seemed a bit over the top. Either way, I’m glad that’s their problem.

And thanks nyc!

Enjoy the Monday all.

Phyllis Rivers’ 9000 yards passing yesterday topped the Chefs total output.

Tell you what, Jokeland VS The Chefs yesterday was as close as you get to BOTH teams losing the game.

Kyle Orton has now played two games for the Broncos, with zero turnovers. Anyone want to guess how many times Jay Cutler went two consecutive games within a single season without turning it over?

How many QBs in the NFL have more pass completions of 20+ yards than Kyle Orton? (Remember, he “can’t make the big plays”) Bonus question is how many QBs have more completions for 40+ yards than Orton?

Can’t watch it at work it’s blocked

Last Call: Wrapping up Week 2 has nary a mention of the Broncos? (Unless you count the little sidebar links which aren’t him, I suspect.) I wonder when he’ll realize they exist… perhaps when they surpass his predicted win total.

http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/video/video.php?v=143141830669

Late to the party. I got to play golf for the 1st time in 3+ years (because of Lupus) this morning. Wouldn’t you know it, 40 mph winds, rain, sleet, and haiI. When the lightning showed up we decided to call it a day, after 5 holes. I didn’t do too bad for someone who’s been away from the game and sporting a backpack with an oxygen bottle.

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/writers/jerome_bettis/09/21/week2/1.html

He dogs our broncos and then contradicts himself about the titans.

My assessment of the West so far.

San Diego has played poorly and are plagued with injuries, could easily be 0-2.

Oakland has actually played pretty well despite poor QB play.

Kansas has not faired well so far and doesn’t look to be changing too much.

Denver is 2-0 and has turned their Defense around and is showing signs of improvement on offense.