Denver Broncos News - Horse Tracks - 9/14/10
by John Bena on Sep 14, 2010 3:23 AM MDT
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Broncos Mailbag: Scuttle scant use of Tebow - The Denver Post
After Sunday's game, gotta ask: What's the point of using Tim Tebow in some "wild horse" packages if you're only going to throw him into three plays? Why not just leave Kyle Orton alone to play? It almost seemed like Josh McDaniels was trying to throw Tebow and the hometown crowd a bone. -- Meggie, Washington
Mistakes added up for Broncos in opener - The Denver Post
Faulty headsets. A holding penalty on third-and-short. Consecutive face- mask penalties, at 15 yards apiece. Lining up only 10 men on the field on defense. Being forced to call a timeout because the offense is lined up incorrectly.
Broncos can't let losses multiply - The Denver Post
The Broncos didn't want to get to this so soon, but after only one week the biggest item on their offseason to-do list has parked itself on the doorstep.
Broncos' defense wants more turnovers - The Denver Post
Applying pressure through a pass rush can increase the chances of a turnover. But sometimes turnovers just . . . happen.
Broncos WR Thomas' status unclear - The Denver Post
Wide receiver Demaryius Thomas, whose rookie season with the Broncos has been slowed by a foot injury, said Monday he wasn't sure what his status would be this week.
Denver Broncos eyeing ... The Seahawks - The Denver Post
Who's hot: After a slow start, Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck accounted for three touchdowns in the season-opening victory: two passing and one rushing.
Analysis: Broncos' Orton won't survive without better protection from patchwork O-line - The Denver Post
But that doesn't change the fact that quarterback Kyle Orton won't start all of the games the Broncos would like him to this season if they don't protect him better than they did Sunday at Jacksonville.
Question: So far, the Broncos' Tebow package lacks creativity - The Denver Post
Q: Coach Josh McDaniels had since April to put in a creative and exciting package involving Tim Tebow for the season-opening Jacksonville game, and all McDaniels came up with were two draw plays and the additional use of Tebow as a decoy receiver. Will the Broncos use Tebow more creatively in the Seattle game this weekend?
McDaniels on Wildhorses: only when a RB takes the snap | All Things Broncos
Call it what you want, but your language may differ from Broncos coach Josh McDaniels.
Hall of Fame first cut: T.D., Sharpe, Meck, Atwater, Wright, Reeves, Boselli | All Things Broncos
Six former Broncos and Boulder native Tony Boselli made the list of 113 preliminary modern-era candidates for the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2011.
Remember the Ravens' defense? - AFC North Blog - ESPN
The self-proclaimed "soon to be champs" opened their new stadium on the NFL's biggest stage, but the party was crashed by the Baltimore Ravens' defense.
Baltimore Ravens vs. New York Jets - Recap - September 13, 2010 - ESPN
The Baltimore Ravens starred in this version of "Hard Knocks," punishing the New York Jets with plenty of them.
A new beginning in Kansas City - AFC West Blog - ESPN
Tough and gruff Todd Haley took his young playmaker into his arms and put his mouth to his helmet. With the renovated New Arrowhead Stadium crowd going berserk, Haley screamed into Dexter McCluster’s ear hole.
San Diego Chargers vs. Kansas City Chiefs - Recap - September 13, 2010 - ESPN
Desperate to proclaim an official end to one of the darkest periods in team history, the Chiefs hit San Diego with two long touchdown strikes and then stopped Philip Rivers in the shadow of the goal line four times in the final minute Monday night, preserving a 21-14 victory over the four-time AFC West champion.
New York Jets DT Kris Jenkins injures knee vs. Baltimore Ravens, to have MRI on Tuesday - ESPN New York
New York Jets nose tackle Kris Jenkins, who injured his surgically repaired left knee in the first quarter of Monday night's season opener against the Baltimore Ravens, will have an MRI exam Tuesday morning to determine the extent of the damage. There's a 50-50 chance he will be lost for the season, according to a person familiar with the injury.
Kevin Kolb of Philadelphia Eagles must pass test in order to play - ESPN
Quarterback Kevin Kolb and linebacker Stewart Bradley have not been ruled out for Philadelphia's game at Detroit next Sunday despite sustaining concussions in the season opener.
NFLPA director: Union reviewing Philadelphia Eagles' response to Kevin Kolb, Stewart Bradley injuries - ESPN
After an initial review, the NFL Players Association medical director said Monday that the Philadelphia Eagles' training staff and doctors followed the proper injury procedures in the cases of quarterback Kevin Kolb and linebacker Stewart Bradley, but the union is still gathering more information and the team "has not yet been cleared," according to George Atallah, assistant executive director of external affairs of the NFLPA.
Patriots QB Tom Brady on crash: I was scared out of my mind - ESPN Boston
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady spoke extensively Monday morning for the first time about the car accident he was involved in on Thursday, saying he was "scared out of my mind" when his Audi sedan crashed into a minivan that according to witnesses had run a red light.
Report: Randy Moss, Bill Belichick meet - ESPN Boston
Randy Moss and New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick reportedly had a meeting in the wake of the receiver's Sunday news conference in which Moss told reporters he did not feel appreciated and expected to play elsewhere next season.
New York Jets owner calls, apologizes to female reporter - ESPN New York
New York Jets owner Woody Johnson, addressing the alleged harassment of a female TV reporter Saturday at practice, told ESPNNewYork.com Monday that the team will begin interviewing players as part of its investigation with the league office.
Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford will not need shoulder surgery - ESPN
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford's injured right shoulder won't need surgery, but coach Jim Schwartz said Monday that he doesn't have a timetable on Stafford's return.
Dallas Cowboys coach Wade Phillips take blame for game-changing fumble in loss to Washington Redskins - ESPN Dallas
Head coach Wade Phillips accepts fault for the turning point in the Dallas Cowboys' season-opening loss Sunday night to the Washington Redskins because he failed to assert his authority on the final play of the first half.
Dallas Cowboys tackle Alex Barron apologizes to receiver Roy Williams for penalty that wiped out touchdown catch that could have won game against Washington Redskins - ESPN Dallas
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Roy E. Williams didn't get to be the hero, but he did get an apology from the teammate whose penalty wiped out his potential game-winning touchdown catch on the final play of Sunday night's game.
Self-promoting Bengals get pummeled - ESPN
The Cincinnati Bengals were pushed around during a 38-24 loss at New England on Sunday that brought back memories of the bad old days when such things happened regularly. Their season opener was an eye opener for the defending AFC North champs.
NFL head of officiating stands by Lions-Bears call - ESPN
The NFL is standing behind how a buzz-creating call was handled in the Detroit-Chicago game.
Pereira on disputed call: 'Black and white' - NFC North Blog - ESPN
In the two-plus years we've been hashing it out on this blog, I've never seen a story generate such widespread venom as Calvin Johnson's overruled touchdown reception in the Detroit Lions' 19-14 loss Sunday to the Chicago Bears. We've surpassed a record number of comments on the related post, and I continue to hear from hundreds of you who either don't understand the rule, don't like it or are just looking for someone to vent on.
Post game notes: Ravens-Jets | National Football Post
Let’s take a look at the post game notes and talk some X’s and O’s from the Ravens 10-9 win over Rex Ryan and the Jets…
Ravens flying high with receiver depth | National Football Post
The Ravens of recent vintage have had it all — except for big-time receivers. But the Ravens of current vintage have more receivers than Cam Cameron might know what to do with.
WWE star The Miz calls out Ochocinco | National Football Post
Chad Ochocinco’s absence from Cincinnati’s final offensive play of the first half in the season opener against New England didn’t just make headlines in NFL circles. It made its way into the world of professional wrestling, as well.
Shanahan gives Haynesworth a positive review | National Football Post
Albert Haynesworth made it through the regular-season opener – and the postgame scene -- with the Washington Redskins without a major disturbance.
Colts waiting for Bob Sanders' MRI results | National Football Post
Considering injury-prone Indianapolis Colts safety Bob Sanders' medical history and hard luck, there's already plenty of concern that his latest injury could be a season-ending one.
NFL.com news: Six from Sunday: Eagles face QB dilemma, Steelers have a plan
At least half of the home teams were viewed as underdogs, but they didn't take too kindly to that; fans in at least one city are struggling with what it takes to get a touchdown reception; the Steelers had months to work on a plan for life without Ben Roethlisberger, and for at least a week, it appears it was well-laid; and quarterback conflicts are already showing their face
NFL.com news: Kraft denies report that Patriots had deal with Mankins
"There have been negotiations, but we've never had a deal," Kraft said Monday during a surprise appearance on WEEI-AM's "Dale and Holley Show". "We did make offers and we don't normally do this, but I want our fanbase to be focusing on our team, not misreports or misperceptions that are put out. (Our offers) would have allowed him to be paid very well, which we felt was appropriate. I know it was comparably to what (Jets center) Nick Mangold made. I'm not sure his people felt it was appropriate.
NFL.com news: Delhomme injures right ankle in Browns' opener, set for tests
Turns out, the Cleveland Browns might have more to worry about than Jake Delhomme's two costly interceptions in their season opener.
NFL.com Blogs " Blog Archive Noteworthy nuggets from Week 1 "
By now, you’ve likely seen all the highlights and digested all the relevant fantasy stats from the first Sunday of the 2010 NFL season. Here’s a chance to dig a little deeper, with key nuggets from each of Sunday’s games, courtesy of crack NFL Network research guru George Li:
NFL.com news: Hard-luck Lions got robbed by rule that defies logic
It's a shame that seven years ago someone defined a reception as having control of the ball all the way through the catch to the ground, because it cost the Detroit Lions a hard-fought victory on Sunday.
Jets get knocked in foul mouth - NFL - Yahoo! Sports
This summer, HBO broadcast five episodes of "Hard Knocks," which served to further flame the hype of the New York Jets season. The Jets, in turn, opened the season with a hideous 10-9 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, exposing the bold Super Bowl talk as HBO’s biggest plot reach since Turtle started landing hot chicks.
Time for Cowboys to face reality about struggles - NFL - Yahoo! Sports
The clock was about to hit midnight and in the back of the Dallas Cowboys locker room, owner Jerry Jones held a white towel and dabbed at the perspiration building on his face.
Tough-minded Ravens deliver a few hard knocks to anemic Jets - Don Banks - SI.com
Things we learned watching the Ravens deliver a few hard knocks of their own with a gutty 10-9 victory over the over-hyped Jets ...
Newsome: NFL unlikely to tweak reception rule during season - NFL - SI.com
The controversial non-TD-catch call involving Calvin Johnson Sunday in Chicago prompted widespread criticism for the complicated nature of what currently constitutes a reception by NFL rule, but the likelihood of the league tweaking the rule during the 2010 season is slight, longtime NFL competition committee member Ozzie Newsome said Monday night.
Baltimore Ravens take unique approach to quiet New York Jets - NFL News - FOX Sports on MSN
Had his team backed its bravado, Rex Ryan would have assuredly dropped a cacophony of F-bombs in celebrating a New York Jets win.
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Thanks, John.
Like the new design on “Tracks” as well!
by RalphW on Sep 14, 2010 4:35 AM MDT via mobile reply actions
what a bummer to have to sit through that horrible Jets-Ravens game then go to bed before the interesting game
I miss living in MT and having MNF start at 7
Don't worry Admill
You didn’t miss much with the Chokers/squaws game! Sure glad the Broncos didn’t trade for Cassell!
Kansas Bob
No kidding. Cassel was 10 for 22 passing for 68 yards!!!! A 3.1 yards average…. WOW!!!
You can tell the coaching staff has a ton of faith in him when KC runs the ball multiple times on 3rd and 5+ yards.
Denver: 32-33 until we're not.
I was not impressed by either team
Did KC end up converting a 3rd down? Maybe one of like ten?
Why does Madden suck at ranking the Broncos so much?
Hindsight
Just like all the posters who blasted what a stupid trade/pick ‘Elf was, mostly using hindsight as their justification. I think it’s fair to say the same thing about trading for Orton.
It was a brilliant move! What foresight to see that Josh was able to divine that talking to the Pats about a Cassel trade would piss off Cutler so much that he could trade him for Orton—and get a whole bunch of high draft picks thrown in to balance out how terrible a player Cutler would turn out to be. Now that’s a coach who’s really smart! (Smirk)
First they ignore you.
They then laugh at you.
Then they fight you.
Then, you win.
--Gandhi
by Santa Fe Bronc on Sep 14, 2010 8:24 AM MDT up reply actions
I think I smell sarcasm
although when McD was deciding if he should make the trade for Orton, he did watch something like 20 some odd game films of Orton specifically, which is when he thought he fit his system and could be coached.
daaayuuuuum! you gonna take that KB?!? lol -Broncs55
Absolutely not. KB is a function of aggression and rage, the derivative of which can be traced back to my childhood.-KentuckyBronco
PS3 ID: KoRnHo|ed
Perhaps it is sarcasm. I read it twice and have no idea what the author is trying to communicate.
Denver: 32-33 until we're not.
Bingo--Sarcasm
But I didn’t know how to spell it when I wrote the post.
Thanks for the spelling lesson.
First they ignore you.
They then laugh at you.
Then they fight you.
Then, you win.
--Gandhi
by Santa Fe Bronc on Sep 14, 2010 11:04 AM MDT up reply actions
You need a writing lesson, too. Let me help by rewriting your post for you.
I like elves! I live in the past! I’m STILL whining about the Cutler trade!
Clearly Cassel sucks now in a completely different system, with different players and not with a coach he led him to his best statistical year so trading for him would have been a terrible idea!
Why does Madden suck at ranking the Broncos so much?
I have no idea what this says, either.
Deutschlands Jugend ist optimistisch, interessiert sich für Politik, glaubt an die eigene Karriere – das ist die gute, aber nur die halbe Wahrheit. Denn die Kluft zwischen den Schichten wird laut der neuen Shell-Studie tiefer – bei den sozial Schwachen zwischen 12 und 25 wächst die Resignation
You're either a fan or you're not.
by TheMastermind on Sep 14, 2010 10:05 AM MDT up reply actions
Crazy that double header...stupid.
GREAT second game though!!
Lead me not into temptation - I can find the way myself.
Huh? The Chefs are petrified to let Cassel throw the ball. They pay the like like a Top 5 QB, but they don’t trust him to throw on even the most obvious passing downs.
They won because of three big plays (one on ST, one fumble and one long run). Sure they could get lucky like that all season long, but I doubt it. At some point, Cassel will have to pass to win. KC does look better on D. No doubt about that.
But last nights game made me feel great.
All that talk about out of Doltville about not needing Vince Jackson. Guess what, they really needed Jackson last night. Floyd is not a #1 WR, Davis is a bust and Naenee is a 4th WR on most teams. Too bad that Jackson ship seems to have sailed away from San Deigo. That is the worst SD team in 7 years. Savior NT Cam Thomas was a healthy inactive. MJD is going to run all over that that Dolt D. I love it.
Denver: 32-33 until we're not.
I'm sorry they do too!
but their loss! lol
daaayuuuuum! you gonna take that KB?!? lol -Broncs55
Absolutely not. KB is a function of aggression and rage, the derivative of which can be traced back to my childhood.-KentuckyBronco
PS3 ID: KoRnHo|ed
Think they need some O line help too...paging Marcus McNeill!
You, my friend, are proof you dont need to have big floppy feet and a red nose to be a clown!
"I actually watched the World Cup. I HATE baseball. Hockey’s over. Hey, at least we have the WNBA. Oh, man. I’m making a noose. Want one?"
Harv Neptune.
Easy...
decent doesn’t = good. Cassel “is who we thought he is.” They won b/c of things we didnt do so well vs JAX: ST, forced fumble, running game. That being said, Rivers still threw for 298 and 2 TD’s against them. I think that bodes well for our Offense vs their pass defense.
They miss Jackson, no doubt about it. I love seeing SD get beat even if it is another division rival!
Beautiful.
Analysis isn’t even necessary here. The Chefs winning ugly over the Dolts tells us one thing above all else:
That “window” everyone’s been talking about for San Diego? The one they need to climb through to get to the Super Bowl before they start bleeding talent off their roster?
Closed. Granted, it is just one game and very few teams in the NFL look today like they will in six weeks, but the Chefs aren’t going to win many contests with that kind of offense, and they’re not going to be able to depend on the other team playing sloppy every week.
Chefs fans, enjoy it while it last. Your team is going to implode on its own. Despite making some very competent offseason moves, it hasn’t translated into on field success for Jokeland, who looks pretty much like they did last year.
Guess what? The division is up for grabs again. Denver showed some potential the other day, but they’re going to have to put the whole package together fast, because the Dolts aren’t going to look like this all year.
You can’t win a division just hoping the other teams lose more games than you do.
You're either a fan or you're not.
by TheMastermind on Sep 14, 2010 9:54 AM MDT up reply actions
Cassel isn’t whom the Chiefs thought he was. Cassel looks like the 29th best QB in the NFL to me. And has since he joined the Chiefs. I think he stinks.
I hate the Chefs more than any single team, but Rivers is my least favorite NFL player so I was just happy to see such a poor game from Cassel and a loss for Rivers. Not much to build on for either team.
Denver: 32-33 until we're not.
I actually felt bad for Rivers
watching his receivers drop catchable balls and lots of oline blunders. I actually liked the way he used to ridicule the pouty quarterback – he was so easy to get riled up…
So I see you rolled your way into the semis?
by OutOfYourElement on Sep 14, 2010 10:17 AM MDT up reply actions
What?? I never feel bad for that guy. Ever!!! ;)
by AllBroncsallday on Sep 14, 2010 12:17 PM MDT up reply actions
I wouldn’t feel bad for Rivers if he was laid out on the turf with a three broken legs. Preferably DJ Williams, Ayers or Jamal Williams trotting away with a QB sack.
Denver: 32-33 until we're not.
He actually played on a torn ACL I think
So I think he’d get back up, he’s a tough guy. Also how does one have three broken legs?
I am a bear of very little brains and big words bother me.
I was pleased.
Only threats on that team are Sproles, Rivers, and Gates now.
Ryan Matthews looked surprisingly mundane.
Why does Madden suck at ranking the Broncos so much?
Ryan Matthews looked like a dime a dozen NFL RB last night. Nothing special.
Denver: 32-33 until we're not.
I got a Steve Slaton feel
Might have been the fumble though.
Why does Madden suck at ranking the Broncos so much?
Those Chiefs are so bad
They managed to be the only team with a win in the division, makes sense.
I am a bear of very little brains and big words bother me.
Like I’ve always maintained, the AFC West is still down. Way down… We are still (far and away) one of the two worst divisions in the NFL. We’re not even close to the 6th best division.
Denver: 32-33 until we're not.
Being bad doesn't make it any less competitive
I think there won’t be a whole lot of sweeping of this division because they teams are pretty evenly matched in at least one game. We are weak against other divisions, but against each other, I could see all four teams going 3-3 in the division.
I am a bear of very little brains and big words bother me.
by Topher Doll on Sep 14, 2010 12:11 PM MDT up reply actions
Of course. Such is life in a division with four mediocre to bad teams.
Denver: 32-33 until we're not.
I noticed you changed you sig
Could you go back like a decade and add those wins and losses as well, cause I think you are picking and choosing a small data sample.
I am a bear of very little brains and big words bother me.
Don't blink.
Because it won’t last long. The winner of the AFC West will either be San Diego, or the team that sucks least.
You can leave KC out of that conversation because I still insist that despite this win, they’re worse than the Raiders.
You're either a fan or you're not.
by TheMastermind on Sep 14, 2010 10:00 AM MDT up reply actions
Well until someone beats them
They are the leader in the division, and that holds even more true because they are 1-0 against the division so far.
I am a bear of very little brains and big words bother me.
by Topher Doll on Sep 14, 2010 12:09 PM MDT up reply actions
agreed
I am a bear of very little brains and big words bother me.
by Topher Doll on Sep 14, 2010 12:09 PM MDT up reply actions
We could easily be the ones overpaying Cassel....
With all the gloating, does everyone forget McD’s first choice was not Orton but Cassel? The broncos would have had to shell out big bucks for him too. Maybe not as much as the chiefs, but careful about the laughing because that could have been the broncos.
As the season progresses it will be fun to watch and see the performance of Orton, Cutler and Cassel all of whose destines are intertwined.
by Keyworthpunch on Sep 14, 2010 8:33 AM MDT up reply actions
“We could easily be the ones overpaying Cassel”.
This is reason #1 why I hated McD for the Cutler fiasco. Trading Cutler was far less painful than thinking our new coach was ready to make/handsomely pay such a subpar QB to be the future of our franchise.
Matt Cassel sucks. When McD couldn’t see this, that scared me. Then the Phonz trade… Oh boy.
Thank goodness that Cassel trade never happened. Picking Orton over Brady Quinn and Jason Campbell was another big step in the right direction.
Denver: 32-33 until we're not.
Do we know who started the whole thing?
Did McD pursue Cassel, or was NE shopping him and McD listening? Big difference, actually.
It never got very far, so I’m assuming NE couldn’t sweeten the deal enough for McD to want Cassel. I can’t see how McD should take any shit for listening to an offer?
So I see you rolled your way into the semis?
by OutOfYourElement on Sep 14, 2010 10:24 AM MDT up reply actions
thats one thing only a handful of people actually will ever know
personally I don’t care lol
daaayuuuuum! you gonna take that KB?!? lol -Broncs55
Absolutely not. KB is a function of aggression and rage, the derivative of which can be traced back to my childhood.-KentuckyBronco
PS3 ID: KoRnHo|ed
Wait, I'm lost...
Are the Chargers teaching Vincent Jackson a lesson, or is Vincent Jackson teaching the Chargers a lesson?
Did the San Diego Chicken come before the egg or….
You're either a fan or you're not.
by TheMastermind on Sep 14, 2010 10:12 AM MDT up reply actions
Any thoughts on us running a 'no huddle' every now and again?
It seems to me that we can exploit some of the match-ups that are favorable effectively, no?
Volek will be starting by the end of the season...
After Phyllis fails to get it done…..signed Jason Cole.
by blackhillsbronx on Sep 14, 2010 7:09 AM MDT via mobile reply actions
LMAO....touche!
Officially on record with a 10-6 prediction for 2010! (8/21/10)
"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
Volek will be starting by the end of the season...
After Phyllis fails to get it done…..signed Jason Cole.
by blackhillsbronx on Sep 14, 2010 7:09 AM MDT via mobile reply actions
Ryan Mathews may end up being a decent NFL RB, but that guy will never been anything close to LDT (before he turned 30) good.
There are multiple RBs in every NFL draft with the same or better talent level and skills as Ryan Mathews. That guy won’t dominate in the NFL.
Denver: 32-33 until we're not.
Agreed
Matthew looked slow, and relies too much on the late run spin move. That won’t be the last ball that pops out at the end of a run.
I thought last nights game was a great sign for the Broncos. The Sparklers looked very beatable (actually, I think we must use the same special teams playbook?). I wonder how me match up against the revamped Chefs D. They looked good against the run, but made mistakes in coverage. Hopefully Orton can pick them apart.
So I see you rolled your way into the semis?
by OutOfYourElement on Sep 14, 2010 8:08 AM MDT up reply actions
Bummed
I did catch myself wishing we got the play the Chargers sooner than later. They looked pretty rough out there. Bummer that we have to wait til the last half of the season to play all the AFC West teams… Oakland looks bad right now too
So I see you rolled your way into the semis?
by OutOfYourElement on Sep 14, 2010 8:17 AM MDT up reply actions
I know
But then again, he is a rookie, and he’ll likely have a better season then Moreno did last season, or any other rookie RB this season.
I am a bear of very little brains and big words bother me.
He may have a decent or good season, but it won’t be because he is an elite player or will become one. It will be a function entirely having to do with getting feed the ball so much.
Denver: 32-33 until we're not.
This is why I drafted him in my fantasy league
That front office is determined to make up for not getting Moreno and will hammer home the point with Matthews.
Why does Madden suck at ranking the Broncos so much?
I'm all for rushed judgements
But Matthews is a solid back. He’s got decent speed, good vision and good hands. If he doesn’t lead the division is yardage for the next couple of seasons, I’d be surprised.
I am a bear of very little brains and big words bother me.
by Topher Doll on Sep 14, 2010 12:12 PM MDT up reply actions
I won’t be. He’s not that good. San Diego is going to pay for poor drafting from 2007-2009. You saw this last night. It is very clear they are not nearly as talented as they were a few seasons ago.
Denver: 32-33 until we're not.
I watched the game
Behind a bad line he averaged 3.9 YPC, showed good vision, decent speed, and a strong motor. I’m not talking about SD as a whole like you are, I’m just focusing on Mathews, and he had a good game. 75 yards and a 3.9 YPC on your first game isn’t bad, heck it’s good by most peoples standards.
I am a bear of very little brains and big words bother me.
Why is that "likely"?
What makes you think he’ll “likely” have a better season than say, Javhid Best?
by AllBroncsallday on Sep 14, 2010 12:12 PM MDT up reply actions
Cause look at Best's team
Look how he struggled in this last game. Best may, just may be, a better back, but being on a worse team, with worse talent around him, and piss poor passing game will sure as heck hold him back.
I am a bear of very little brains and big words bother me.
by Topher Doll on Sep 14, 2010 12:13 PM MDT up reply actions
I don't mean anyone specificially, perse
Just interested as to why you think he’ll be more successful than anyone else this season. Just the situation and that they’ll likely feed the ball to him?
by AllBroncsallday on Sep 14, 2010 12:15 PM MDT up reply actions
Look at the other teams the rookie backs are on
None have good passing games, and while SD’s line isn’t great, it’s sure as hell better then Buffalo or Detroit. SD is trying to make a point that they can run the ball, we say that in the KC game, and I think Matthews will get plenty of touches. He may lack elite speed, but he has good build, vision and the ability to catch the ball. That combined with a solid team around him seems to be setting him up for success, logically. But then again, this is football, logic doesn’t always happen.
I am a bear of very little brains and big words bother me.
by Topher Doll on Sep 14, 2010 12:26 PM MDT up reply actions
Fair enough
Seems like they will need him to step up, so yeah, they should give him that opportunity.
I haven’t seen him enough, I don’t think- I want to see a few games before I start to form an opinion.
by AllBroncsallday on Sep 14, 2010 8:16 PM MDT up reply actions
Chiefs rookies make mistakes, but make plays as well...
That was a great game to watch! Loved seeing the Dolts lose and sit at the cellar of our division.
Eric Berry (1st round pick) made a few good plays, but looked worse than Phonz out there. He completely wiffed on the Gates TD, and covered the wrong receiver on the Nanee TD where he was alone downfield….
McCluster outsproled Sproles…….But he is going to get mangled if they keep tossing screens to him.
Arenas made some nice returns, but gave up big plays in pass coverage.
Moeaki can catch, but can’t block worth a hoot.
Mathews isn’t nearly the RB that the MSM wants to believe….I feel sorry for the fantasy footballers who bought into the hype. Not a good sign when you’re losing touches to Tolbert and Hester.
Chiefs D definitely looks improved overall….Let’s see if they can do it on a sunny day with no deluge to contend with….rain always favors the D…..especially torrential rain.
Good job KC!
Officially on record with a 10-6 prediction for 2010! (8/21/10)
"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
Chiefs on the way back up?
It looks like KC may finally be turning things around. Year two of New England West looks to be at least a little better than Year one. But it is only one week. Next week they get Cleveland on the road. If they really are starting turning the corner then they will win that game, too.
Keep Moving Forward.
Only because the Clowns have nobody playing Quarterback.
Once again, the Chefs may fart out a win because the other team makes more mistakes than they do.
You're either a fan or you're not.
by TheMastermind on Sep 14, 2010 9:56 AM MDT up reply actions
This just in...
The Broncos can’t let their losses accumulate.
Crackerjack reporting, Legwold.
You're either a fan or you're not.
hey
Legwold is a epic detective reporter and investigator! Leave Sherlock Legwold out of this!
daaayuuuuum! you gonna take that KB?!? lol -Broncs55
Absolutely not. KB is a function of aggression and rage, the derivative of which can be traced back to my childhood.-KentuckyBronco
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Ha!
You're either a fan or you're not.
by TheMastermind on Sep 14, 2010 9:56 AM MDT up reply actions
Thanks for links to all the great articles
and not so great articles as well. Really like the new banner design John.
"I cannot give you a formula for success, but I can give you the formula for failure: Try to please everybody."
????
Is Logan Mankins available, and if so how much will it take to get him?
KINGS WILL BE 10-11 CHAMPIONS
He is...
But sadly we have to trade a 3rd rounder and one fan for him.
That fan is you.
Why does Madden suck at ranking the Broncos so much?
Haze is stoked...at least he is going to a team that has a win on the board!
You, my friend, are proof you dont need to have big floppy feet and a red nose to be a clown!
"I actually watched the World Cup. I HATE baseball. Hockey’s over. Hey, at least we have the WNBA. Oh, man. I’m making a noose. Want one?"
Harv Neptune.
Wash my mouth out with soap...
…and then gargle with vinegar. I actually caught myself saying “C’mon Chiefs” as they made their last defensive stand to beat the Chargettes. It sounded so weird, I felt like I should wash my mouth out. To make matters worse I have Rivers on my Fantasy Team (it was either him or Cutler, and I’ll take a competitive prickle over a whiny quiter any day) so I had to root for him to put up some points. I was one conflicted Broncos fan last night.
Now, let’s get the Universe back in order and wipe that goofy grin off of Pete Carroll’s face.
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