Horse Tracks - 5/20/10 - Brian Dawkins still angry about 2009

Dawkins big fan of bigger D-line - The Denver Post
From where Brian Dawkins stands, at the center of the Broncos' secondary, it would be impossible not to notice the big change to the defense.

Ex-Bronco Marshall has hip fixed - The Denver Post
The following has nothing to do with the Broncos: Wide receiver Brandon Marshall recently had another hip surgery.

Woody's Mailbag: A stroll down Memory Lane - The Denver Post
I've always wondered how you maintain access and (perhaps) cordial relations with pro athletes when you regularly criticize them for all to read. Would you share a few memories of how your columns have affected some of your relationships with athletes or managers over the years?

Paige: Dawkins sees a doggone good defense in Denver - The Denver Post
With all the debate, discussion and dispute about the you-know-who-three, the subject of returning the "D" to Josh Mcaniels' enver efense at ove Valley has been shoved to a back field.

Dawkins on Westbrook: "It would add a whole lot to this team" | Colorado Springs Gazette, CO
Denver Broncos safety Brian Dawkins played seven seasons with running back Brian Westbrook in Philadelphia.

Collapse in 2009 still eats at Dawkins | Colorado Springs Gazette, CO
The most memorable emotion Brian Dawkins had in the final month of last season was anger.

Time for concern in Miami with Marshall? | National Football Post
Miami WR Brandon Marshall is out until training camp after hip surgery, and the question we should all have about Tony Sparano’s team, and the offense under QB Chad Henne, is whether there’s concern — real concern for the team’s new investment.

Underclassmen RBs to watch | National Football Post
After looking over the senior running back class for the 2011 draft, one word comes to mind: Blah. There are some intriguing third-down-type options who can be dynamic in space, with a few well-built inside runners mixed in, but as a whole, it’s not a real impressive group. Today, the National Football Post breaks down some of the nation’s top underclassmen running backs who could end up crashing next year’s draft party in a big way.

Brian Urlacher tees off on Gale Sayers | National Football Post
Brian Urlacher took a running start at Gale Sayers when he responded on Wednesday to remarks the Hall of Fame linebacker has made about the team, himself, coach Lovie Smith and Jay Cutler.

Le'Ron McClain wants a long-term deal | National Football Post
Baltimore Ravens Pro Bowl fullback Le’Ron McClain has begun an enthusiastic campaign on his Twitter account.

Report: Seahawks showed interest in T.O. | National Football Post
At 36-years old and coming off his worst statistical season since 1999, wide receiver Terrell Owens remains a free agent. Of course, a bad attitude and a diminishing skill set aren’t exactly two attributes that will have potential suitors beating down the door with lucrative contract offers.

Pacman Jones: 'I did a lot of soul-searching' | National Football Post
Newly-minted Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones said he has learned his lesson after being out of football because of his misdeeds.

Chargers hire Jauch as regional scout | National Football Post
The San Diego Chargers have hired Jim Jauch as their Southeast area scout.

Cory Procter visits Patriots | National Football Post
Cory Procter's NFL tour is bringing him all around the Bill Parcells and Bill Belichick coaching trees.

Andre Johnson to report for workouts | National Football Post
Apparently, Houston Texans owner Bob McNair is pretty persuasive.

Tom Cable: 'We did what's best for our team' | National Football Post
Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable has weighed in on the release of quarterback bust JaMarcus Russell.

Appeals court dismisses Spygate lawsuit | National Football Post
Now, Spygate is really dead and buried.

Jason Ferguson: 'I'm no cheater' | National Football Post
Suspended for eight games for violating the NFL performance enhancing drug policy, Miami Dolphins nose guard Jason Ferguson insists that he failed his drug test because he took a recently banned medication for high blood pressure.

Bears' Manning shows his true value by signing tender | National Football Post
Part of the process of the offseason in the NFL is hearing about players who have demands — sometimes big demands — when it comes to their contracts.

D'Qwell Jackson threatens to hold out of training camp | National Football Post
Cleveland Browns restricted free agent linebacker D'Qwell Jackson said he will skip a mandatory minicamp next month and is contemplating a training camp holdout.

Cowboys' Williams: Connection with Romo is like Montana and Rice
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones wanted to make sure everyone saw Roy Williams' spectacular catch.

Uninsured at QB, Jags rely heavily on Garrard returning to form
The fan and media outcry, if there truly was one, landed on deaf ears.

How the West will be won: Shift toward running game alters division
After watching prolific passing attacks rule the roost in the NFC West for decades, observers should ready themselves for a dramatic change this season.

Report: Santana Moss of Washington Redskins got HGH from Galea - ESPN
Washington Redskins receiver Santana Moss received human growth hormone from Anthony Galea, the Canadian doctor who is charged with providing illegal drugs to professional players, The Washington Post reported, citing an unnamed source.

Brad Childress on Brett Favre: No update, but he texts QB - ESPN
Minnesota Vikings coach Brad Childress says he doesn't have an update from Brett Favre about his playing status for next season, or a possible surgery on his injured left ankle.

Tennessee Titans shuffling two starters on powerful offensive line - ESPN
The Tennessee Titans' youth movement is hitting the unlikeliest part of this franchise: The offensive line that just helped produce a rare 2,000-yard rusher while allowing a measly 15 sacks.

New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez attends White House dinner - ESPN New York
When Rex Ryan was hired in January 2009, he famously promised the New York Jets would visit President Obama at the White House.

Jason Taylor honors ex-Dolphin Tim Bowens with new New York Jets number - ESPN New York
His trademark No. 99 already taken with the Jets, Jason Taylor decided to honor one of his former Miami Dolphins teammates when he picked his new number for his new team.