Horse Tracks - 4/2/10
by John Bena on Apr 2, 2010 4:15 AM MDT
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Hoping to Seize the Opportunity - DenverBroncos.com
Competition. It's a buzz word for every NFL team this time of year, and the feeling around Dove Valley is no different.
VIDEO - Offseason Workouts - Andre Goodman -- DenverBroncos.com
Cornerback Andre' Goodman talks about beginning the offseason program and his new defensive teammates.
VIDEO - Offseason Workouts - Correll Buchhalter -- DenverBroncos.com
Running back Correll Buckhalter talks about beginning the offseason workout program.
Elam was all class, at a Hall of Fame level - DenverBroncos.com
This is my 36th year working for a team, my 33rd with the Denver Broncos, and one of the most frequently asked questions of me has to do with what the players are really like, who are the nicest guys, the most professional, and the best with whom to work.
Recent signings please Goodman - The Denver Post
There has been little change to the Broncos' secondary this offseason, but the way starting right cornerback Andre Goodman sees it, the team has made moves to make sure the pass coverage is improved in 2010.
Woody's Mailbag: Are the Broncos constructed for Super Bowls? - The Denver Post
Denver Post sports columnist Woody Paige posts Woody's Mailbag on Thursdays.
USC's Taylor Mays faces serious questions for NFL draft - The Denver Post
NFL teams have spent months measuring whatever they can measure on this year's draft hopefuls.
NFL Hearsay: Early April Draft buzz - NFL News - FOX Sports on MSN
If the Rams commit to Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford as their No. 1 pick in this year's draft, a deal for Brandon Marshall could soon be in the works. A source close to the Rams told me that the team still has strong interest in the Broncos wide receiver. And that interest may spiral up in the coming weeks if the team is serious about making Bradford their franchise quarterback.
Should the 'Skins make a move for Bradford? | National Football Post
Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan wants a franchise quarterback in Washington. We know that. The ‘Skins have already met with Tim Tebow, are scheduled to work out Irish QB Jimmy Clausen and — like the rest of the league — came away from the Sam Bradford workout impressed.
Wide receiver fight night | National Football Post
Competition level, production, postseason workouts and character concerns all seem to play a major role every year when evaluating prospects for the NFL Draft. Today, the National Football Post takes a look at two of the nation’s top wide receivers – Oklahoma State’s Dez Bryant and Illinois’ Arrelious Benn -- and breaks them down to determine their potential at the next level.
Source: Devin McCourty visits Chargers | National Football Post
Rutgers cornerback Devin McCourty wraps up his visit with the San Diego Chargers today, according to an NFL source with knowledge of the situation.
Brandon Ghee, Eric Norwood visit Steelers | National Football Post
Wake Forest cornerback Brandon Ghee and South Carolina linebacker Eric Norwood visited the Pittsburgh Steelers today, the team announced.
Jets punter has heart procedure | National Football Post
New York Jets punter Steve Weatherford underwent a heart procedure last week to combat the irregular heartbeat that sidelined him for a playoff game last season.
Urlacher on release of Brown: "God, that sucks" | National Football Post
When asked this morning what kind of reaction he had gotten from his teammates who learned a week ago the Chicago Bears would be dumping Alex Brown, he said he didn’t want to get anyone in trouble.
Johnson says he and Portis will complement one another | National Football Post
Larry Johnson has brought the mentality of a starter to the Washington Redskins and says he’ll see how things shake out after the club made the somewhat odd decision to back up an aging Clinton Portis with another back whose best days are behind him.
Sims makes it easier for Seahawks to trade him | National Football Post
Rob Sims didn’t force the hand of the Seattle Seahawks, but he did make it easier for the team to trade the veteran guard.
Shawne Merriman: | National Football Post
San Diego Chargers star ouside linebacker Shawne Merriman is one of the more flamboyant, exuberant and intimidating football players in the league.
Chris Johnson not attending voluntary workouts | National Football Post
Tennessee Titans running back Chris Johnson had previously signaled that he wasn't going to participate in the team's voluntary offseason conditioning program.
Browns react to Shaun Rogers' arrest on gun charges | National Football Post
"We are aware of what transpired with Shaun Rogers," team president Mike Holmgren said ."We will continue to gather additional information, and until the legal process has taken its course, we will reserve any further comment."
Roethlisberger investigation nearly complete | National Football Post
Pittsburgh Steelers star quarterback Ben Roethlisberger will soon learn if he's going to be charged with a crime.
New Jet L.T. eager to prove Chargers, not age, to blame for drop-off
LaDainian Tomlinson says people shouldn't believe everything they see on film when it comes to his last few seasons in San Diego.
Bradford: ‘I’m going to play for whoever drafts me’
Rumors are called rumors for a reason. We can take them with a grain, or maybe two, of salt. Throw in some skepticism, too.
Stallworth shows contrition in discussing DUI manslaughter incident
Donte' Stallworth's daily struggle for peace continues, a process of reflection and introspection that will run the course of his life.
Mock draft 4.0: Could the Broncos have their eyes on Bryant?
11. Denver Broncos Dez Bryant, WR, Oklahoma State The Broncos' decision to select Bryant would surprise some, but Josh McDaniels witnessed the impact of Randy Moss during his time in New England. Although Bryant carries some baggage, his talent will be a boon to the Broncos offense and give the team options for dealing with Brandon Marshall. (Previous pick: Rolando McClain)
Some Eagles fans just don't understand the greatness of McNabb
In the next few weeks, the Donovan McNabb era in Philadelphia just might come to an end. For many Philadelphians it's several years too late. And that's something I'll never quite understand.
44-year-old punter Jeff Feagles re-signs with New York Giants - ESPN New York
The New York Giants re-signed the 44-year-old punter for his 23rd year in the league and eighth with New York.
New York Giants' Eli Manning stunned Donovan McNabb could be dealt - ESPN New York
They are the faces of their respective franchises, so it surprises Giants quarterback Eli Manning that the NFC East rival Eagles are peddling Donovan McNabb.
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I replied to Bucky Brooks's mock on nfl.com
I really wonder whether there so called ‘draft experts’ really do any research at all. To me, and i’m sure most of you as well, it is quite obvious that McD values smart, team first, high character guys, using those criteria Bryant would be an undrafted free agent at best. To spend millions on the guy you have to convinced in every aspect of him from his attitude to his play, unless that is not a prerequisite in your drafting style. Bucky and many others seem to just say ooh look the Marshall situation is interesting, i’ll give them a wr in the draft and that way if Marshall gets traded at least i got one aspect of their pick right.
Anyways, Shaun Rodgers.. what a dumbass.. and to think some here wanted to get him to play nose, so glad we didn’t. Wonder what kind of sentence/suspension he will get. Also does this make the Browns drafting Dan Williams a possibility?
Will be interesting so see what happens with the steelers as well, if it where me i would draft a QB just incase.. isn’t Tebow quite similar in skill set to Ben Rothliswhatever?
I think Goodman was a star last year, ten times better than Bly was for us. I feel comfortable in knowing that the locker room is more comfortable, i could realistically see us as a top 5 defense this year. Stout line play with a stellar backfield, all we need is for the LBs to continue to improve – which they should, Ayers in his second year – having had time to study his weaknesses and address any technique issues, he should do well this year, as should Doom in his second year as olb.
Rodgers = Moron
I hope the Browns take Dan Williams. I’d be glad if someone else ahead of us over-drafted that one year wonder from Tenn allowing Denver to focus on better players that might fall (Haden or Berry) or fit our needs perfectly (POUNCEY!!!). I’m stoked with the 11th pick. I’m actually glad we lost the coin toss. The guy(s) we really need will be there at 11 and a bit cheaper. We won’t need to hope for guys to drop like we did last year.
No one knows their team as well as the diehard fans. Brooks probably spends 15 minutes a week thinking about the Broncos. I wouldn’t worry about his opinion of our needs. It’s like my opinion of the Rockies 2010 season. I don’t follow baseball so my take is worthless, just like Brooks take on the Denver Broncos.
Marshall to St Louis for the 1st pick in round 2? I hope not.
In my opinion.
Agreed
They may become desperate for a nose tackle, although they would be smart to just get one in the second round
by black_knight101 on Apr 2, 2010 8:52 AM MDT via mobile up reply actions
If we take a NT
I would rather take Terrance Cody in the 2nd round if he falls to us. Dan Williams was a little too flash in a pan last year. At least Cody actually played NT and was dominate in College
Cody in Orange and Blue would make me happy and I would call him the hamburgler since the previous Bronco hamburgler was cut (LaMont Jordan)
On a related note..
We have worked out both Cody and Terrell Troup privately so far so it seems NT is more of a focus than we thought.
NT
I understand the feelings of those who claim that we’re set at nose, but my feeling is that we’re missing too much info. We don’t know about Baker – I hope that he’s going to be in the rotation, but like everyone, I just don’t know. Fields did an OK job – he seemed to wear down, later in the season and may end up as an even better DE than a NT. Marcus Thomas is losing weight and looking to make a play for DE, probably RDE. Jamal Williams will probably miss some games due to injury, given his history, age and size. While Bannan and Fields can cover for him in degree, unless Baker is ready to step up the Broncos should look seriously at NT, no matter who they feel best fits what they want to do.
It all starts with the lines
Uhm No
Roethlisburger can play QB at the NFL level. His skill set is very different from Tebow.
"Precipitation, which side are you on?
Are you on the rise? Are you falling down?
Let me know, Come on let's go, yeah
Got some if you need it!" -EV
Scheffler
Has there been any word on Scheffler lately? I wonder if he will get traded on draft day or will be back with team (I find that hard to believe though).
I wonder if we won’t trade him on draft day along with a lower pick in order to move up in a given round.
I think he would have to sign his tender for that to happen though (and I don’t think he has yet).
In my opinion.
We could still trade his rights
He doesn’t have to sign his tender for us to move him.
Great spirits have often encountered violent opposition from weak minds. - Albert Einstein
Are you sure about that? I’ve read otherwise, but it is not something I’d bet my life on or anything.
In my opinion.
I'm sure
We still own his rights even though he’s not under contract with us. If we trade his rights, the aquiring team will be right where we are with him (they now own his rights but not under contract). The aquiring team obviously then signs him to a new contract.
Great spirits have often encountered violent opposition from weak minds. - Albert Einstein
I think scheff will be released
We tried to trade him for a fifth last year and no takers. Now everyone knows he’s gonna be gone so why not wait for his release.
I'm glad we had this talk. -- TJ Johnson
by BroncoInExile on Apr 2, 2010 11:31 AM MDT via mobile up reply actions
I think the Rams would have to sweeten the deal if they want Marshall
Perhaps their 2nd & 4th round picks? I just don’t see how teams think they can get him for just a 2nd. If we wanted a 2nd we would have tendered him with a 2nd.
If they won’t offer more than their 2nd rounder than I think we keep him.
Great spirits have often encountered violent opposition from weak minds. - Albert Einstein
But in theory, if the Saints made a run at Marshall, we’d have to accept the 32 pick if we didn’t match. The Rams are offering #33. Food for thought anyway and the reason I always hated the 1st round only tender.
In my opinion.
We wouldn't have to accept. We could match their offer.
Great spirits have often encountered violent opposition from weak minds. - Albert Einstein
Because NFL Teams
don’t value possession WRs with character issues who want new contracts in excess of $10 million a year as highly as Broncos fans.
Your 2nd and 4th round picks idea has merit though. Wes Welker, an elite possesion WR like Marshall, was traded for a similar package after recieving a 1st round tender. Then again Welker is cheaper and has no character issues.
"You can make mistakes, but you are not a failure until you blame others for those mistakes." -John Wooden
Draft
This is going to be the craziest draft ever! IMO With a deep draft at several positions and teams not able to rebuild through FA. With all those RFA’s out there. I just think it will be trade crazy. I mean, how many times do you go into a draft thinking 2 valuable players on a team (Marshall, Scheffler) are going to be traded on draft day.
Derek Anderson is just as much a probowl quarterback as Jay Cutler
How do people feel about Rob Sims?
If he cost less than a 4th rounder, I’d be interested. Does he fit in with the Broncos? He’s been very good imho when healthy, but that is one key question. Anyway, just a thought.
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
That April fools joke on captain Roid rage was pretty funny.
I'm glad we had this talk. -- TJ Johnson
by BroncoInExile on Apr 2, 2010 11:32 AM MDT via mobile reply actions
Flozell Adams was cut by the Cowboys today...
If he can be had for pretty cheap, that would be some decent depth to the o-line. I hear he’s a trip!
He'll be in black and silver by Monday LOL
"Brandon Marshall will be a happy BRONCO WR in 2010"
Broncotodd - 2009
"Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passion, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence."
John Adams
Thanks for the tracks John!
I appreciate the work put into this….I always feel like I’ve read everything interesting about football each morning, and then come here for the tracks…there’s always quite a few snippets I missed!
"Brandon Marshall will be a happy BRONCO WR in 2010"
Broncotodd - 2009
"Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passion, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence."
John Adams
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