Denver Broncos News: Horse Tracks - 11/17/11

by Tim Lynch on Nov 17, 2011 7:59 AM MST in Horse Tracks

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Sounds from the Locker Room | DenverBroncos.com
Champ Bailey, Brian Dawkins, Eric Decker and Willis McGahee talk about the challenges they'll face Thursday night against the Jets.

NFL Videos: Warner on Tebow
Kurt Warner is sold on Tim Tebow for now, but can the Broncos QB continue winning? Find out.

Jets shouldn't diss Tebow's popgun offense - NFL - Yahoo! Sports
So here are the New York Jets in the week after they were trampled by the New England Patriots and they’re already shouting about Tim Tebow(notes).

Jets Gameday: Denver Broncos host Jets | NJ.com
If you subtract the Detroit Lions game — the only one Tim Tebow lost as the Broncos' starter this season — Denver’s rushing numbers have been absolutely staggering since the shift from Kyle Orton.

In today's NFL, creative defenses are in demand - The Denver Post
The words were on the tip of his tongue, resting casually, waiting for their chance to come out. But thats how conversations are with Dick Le-Beau, slow and easy.

Broncos tailback Willis McGahee will be game-time decision against Jets - The Denver Post
Because of the Broncos short week of preparation for their home game against the Jets tonight, Willis McGahee will take all the way through pregame warm-ups to decide whether his sore hamstring is healed enough for him to play.

Denver Broncos Videos

Week 11 - Wednesday: Fox | DenverBroncos.com
Head Coach John Fox details the week's final injury report and talks about wrapping up preparations for the Jets.

Week 11 - Wednesday: McCoy | DenverBroncos.com
Offensive Coordinator Mike McCoy talks about facing the Jets Thursday night.

Week 11 - Wednesday: Allen | DenverBroncos.com
Defensive Coordinator Dennis Allen talks about getting ready for the Jets.

NFL Videos: Open Locker Room: The Tebow plan
Can the Broncos' run-heavy game plan continue resulting in wins? Josh Cribbs and Brandon Marshall discuss Denver's offensive game plan.

NFL Videos: Mile-high momentum
Can Tim Tebow keep the Broncos on a roll when they take on the Jets this Thursday night? Find out.

Denver Broncos News

NFL.com news: Fox: Comment about offense not meant to be offensive to Tebow
Broncos coach John Fox eased off his comment earlier this week that Tim Tebow would "be screwed" running a conventional offense, and explained what makes Tebow unique.

Broncos have turned back clock - Boulder Daily Camera
When John Elway returned to the Denver Broncos as chief of football operations last winter, he proclaimed that Tim Tebow had to become a pocket passer to succeed in the NFL. John Fox said the same thing when he was hired as coach.

Sam Dudley: On Any Given Sunday... Or Thursday: Tim Tebow's Game of Inches
Rife with intriguing storylines, the Jets represent the Broncos most imposing test since installing a new yet completely outdated offense two weeks ago.

Woody's Mailbag: NFL draft success paves way to Super Bowl - The Denver Post
Simplified, McDaniels biggest failures were not drafting more and better defensive players the first year and not keeping the offense intact.

Krieger: Broncos' D key to giving offense time - The Denver Post
For all the local and national fascination with Tim Tebow and the Broncos counterrevolutionary attack, neither Tebow nor anybody else on the offensive unit is the most important factor in its success.

Craig Morton, Denver Broncos didn't pass up Super Bowl season in 1977 - The Denver Post
The NFL has become more pass oriented since 1977, the Broncos first Super Bowl season.

Flashback: Tim Tebow-style win the result of John Elway's NFL debut - The Denver Post
The young NFL quarterback operating under a white-hot media spotlight went 1-for-8 passing, for 14 yards. His team won, and he was moved to say after the game: "Based on statistics, I was terrible. But based on the decisions I made, I was pleased with my performance."

Denver Broncos fans turning No. 15 Tim Tebow apparel into "Jesus" jerseys - The Denver Post
It is written that Jesus sits at the right hand of the Father.

Five things to watch during the Broncos vs. Jets game - The Denver Post
Week 5 of the Tim Tebow Experience is underway. In their last two games, each a road win, the Broncos stunned the Raiders with the read-option offense and bulldozed the Chiefs by adding the triple option to the playbook.

Broncos had better hope their much-improved running game shines in prime time - The Denver Post
The Broncos running game was unimpressive the last time they played in prime time. That was their season opener, a 23-20 loss to Oakland on "Monday Night Football.

Broncos paid a big price to draft Tim Tebow - The Denver Post
Todays question about the Broncos comes from Juan Nuñez in El Salvador. Q: What did Josh McDaniels see in Tim Tebow?

Broncos' Tim Tebow not judging fans with Jesus jerseys - The Denver Post
It is written that Jesus sits at the right hand of the Father. Anyone ever wonder why Tim Tebow was born left-handed?

Denver Broncos Blogs

Looking to Limit the Deep Threats | DenverBroncos.com
To have success defensively against the Jets, the Broncos are focused on eliminating big plays from New York's explosive receivers.

Notebook: Ready to Run | DenverBroncos.com
Broncos ready to run; Preparing for Revis Island; Injury Updates; Photos from practice.

Scenes from a Practice: Nov. 16 | MaxDenver.com
Wednesday’s practice took place in the coldest conditions this year for an outdoor session: 35 degrees with an 18-miles-per-hour breeze that dropped the wind chill to a frosty 24 degrees (-4 Celsius).

Warm-ups Thursday Will Determine McGahee’s Status | MaxDenver.com
Pre-game warmups to test a healing left hamstring will determine whether Willis McGahee can play against the New York Jets on Thursday night.

Eric Decker's Girlfriend, Jessie James, To Perform At Halftime Of Jets Vs. Broncos - SB Nation Denver
If Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker seems a bit wide-eyed during Thursday's game against the New York Jets, it's probably because his girlfriend, Jessie James, will be the halftime performer at Sports Authority Field at Mile High.

Jets at Broncos: Matchup to Watch - NYTimes.com
One can only imagine the defensive schemes Rex Ryan has concocted to foil Denver’s read-option offense, which ran the ball 55 times — and attempted but 8 passes — in Sunday’s victory in Kansas City.

Broncos vs. Jets Game Preview - Predominantly Orange
The Denver Broncos (4-5) will try to take a bite out of the Big Apple when they host the New York Jets (5-4) on Thursday Night Football. The Broncos are coming into the game having won two in a row while the Jets lost to the New England Patriots on Sunday night.

Dennis Allen: Quietly Improving Denver’s ‘D’ - BroncoTalk
If fans got to vote for coaches to represent the AFC and NFC in the NFL’s Annual All Star game, Denver’s Dennis Allen would the be front runner for defensive coordinator in our book.

Jets should be wary of Tebow, Broncos - AFC East Blog - ESPN
The New York Jets have Pro Bowlers on both sides of the football. This week, they play a Denver Broncos team with a losing record and a quarterback who completed just two passes last week.

Last season turned for Broncos after Jets game | First-and-Orange
It was only 13 months ago that the New York Jets were last in Denver. It seems like far longer than that.

NFL News

WalterFootball.com: NFL Picks Against the Spread - Week 11, 2011
This spread is out of control. It should be Jets -3 at the most. The Broncos are on fire, as all the players believe in Tebow. Thursday night teams have a huge advantage because traveling on three days rest is difficult - especially if you have to go across the country. The Jets, coming off an emotional loss to New England, will not be prepared for this contest.

Upset Special: Washington Redskins will Suffocate Dallas Cowboys | The Hometown Fan
The Dallas Cowboys are fresh off their blowout victory against the Buffalo Bills. Conversely, the Washington Redskins are on a five game skid. You might think that the Cowboys will roll in this one. You would be wrong.

If the NFL Playoffs Started Today… | The Hometown Fan
It’s already mid-November, and we are starting to see some separation from the contenders and pretenders in the NFL. If the playoffs were to start today, who would make it, and who would be on the outside looking in?

Andrew Luck Sweepstakes: Indianapolis Colts Moving Closer To No. 1 Pick - SBNation.com
After ten weeks of the 2011 NFL season, the Indianapolis Colts have taken a commanding lead for the number one overall pick. They face numerous questions between now and the April 2012 NFL Draft.

2012 NFL Pro Bowl Results: Arizona Cardinals Have Only Larry Fitzgerald In Contention - SB Nation Arizona
Larry Fitzgerald is the only real option as a Pro Bowl player for the Arizona Cardinals this season. Fitzgerald is on the fringe of NFC Pro Bowl voting right now behind Calvin Johnson, Greg Jennings and Steve Smith.

Packers Hall of Fame lineman Forrest Gregg suffers from Parkinson's disease - San Jose Mercury News
Green Bay Packers great Forrest Gregg, nicknamed "Iron Man" for playing in a then-record 188 consecutive NFL games during a Pro Football Hall of Fame career, told The Associated Press that he's been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.

Denver Broncos Fans

Grounded - Mile High Report
J-E-T-S JETSJETSJETS!!! I can not wait till we silence this when the Jets come to Mile High (also known, (if only by me) as pound town). Stop with the haters, because the Denver Broncos are about to prove that this ain't no fluke of a team.

"We had Plan A, B, and C and nothing worked" - Mile High Report
I do not think opposing defenses realize just how BRUTAL and PHYSICAL this type of offense is. This is not a normal fast agile QB and OL option system, this is a POWERFUL HUGE EXHAUSTING offense with an OL all over 300lbs(Clady 6'6" 315 and Franklin 6'7" 330lbs.) and a "not your average QB" running the ball.

Another take on the "no pass" offense - Mile High Report
As I watched the KC game and the comments during the game I couldn't help but think "some of these people don't see the big picture". Nothing since that game has changed my opinion. Let's pretend we have Aaron Rogers as the QB of the Broncos but he poses the same running threat as Tim Tebow.

Could It Really Be That Easy? Answer: Yes. - Mile High Report
The principle is, if a team's number of catches and number of runs is at least 50. you are more likely to win. Brian Shout put together a lot of info, and showed that it does show a trend, but it also affected by things like home-field advantage and turnovers. So it got me thinking, are we achieving the Magic-50 at all this year, and is it true it increases your chances of winning?

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Warner interview

Look forward to seeing this later. Kurt seems like an apt choice to interview Tebow.

by MakeCents on Nov 17, 2011 8:33 AM MST reply actions

He is

Warner has been one of the analysts who is fair toward Tebow it seems

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With Coach Zorro on our side, we will slice opponents to ribbons. Tim Tebow gives me hope and I already have faith and charity in my heart! I see a propitious future rife with Lombardis for our Broncos!

by the new Bradfather on Nov 17, 2011 9:12 AM MST up reply actions

probably due to his unconventional background

Kurt knows how hard it is to succeed in the NFL and knows its possible to prove everyone wrong. (which he did on multiple teams)

by trumanj on Nov 17, 2011 9:24 AM MST up reply actions

he is arguably the greatest Cardinal in history

because of where he took the team. I don’t mean to offend Roger Wehrli or Larry Wilson or Jim Hart….

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by the new Bradfather on Nov 17, 2011 9:33 AM MST up reply actions

Warner will make an interesting HoF debate when he becomes eligible.

Personally I think there are too many QBs in Canton compared to other positions which I think is unfair.

I can see Warner sneaking in though – rightly or wrongly.

What would Blackie Lawless do?

by British Bronco on Nov 17, 2011 9:36 AM MST up reply actions

quarterbacks have always

received too much praise when things go well and conversely, excessive blame when things go awry, we’re agreed my good sir!

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by the new Bradfather on Nov 17, 2011 9:42 AM MST up reply actions

Why wouldn't warner

get into the hof?

by TheMascotArmy on Nov 17, 2011 12:59 PM MST via mobile up reply actions

I think Warner gets in

Greatest show on turf was amazing, and almost replicated that success for the lowly Cardinals

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by CombatChuk on Nov 17, 2011 1:11 PM MST up reply actions

the way the Cards have gone back to being the Cards since Warner retired shows just how much impact he had on that team

Drinkin the kool-aid, smokin the Orange Kush

by boanst on Nov 17, 2011 3:23 PM MST up reply actions

Good...and he probably wanted to do the interview

because he understands the religious scrutiny Tebow endures as he was also very open and outspoken during his playing days (esp early on) about his religious devotion…along with the already mentioned pressures of weird expectations from unconventional paths to NFL QBing! Glad to hear he is the interviewer!

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by Omniscient Orange on Nov 17, 2011 10:03 AM MST up reply actions

Those were my thoughts exactly.

by MakeCents on Nov 18, 2011 12:11 AM MST up reply actions

Thanks for the tracks Tim - is it ok to link to another media article MHR readers might enjoy? Let me know if I have breached Horse Tracks etiquette!

The always good Cold Hard Football Facts had a nice read today about the Triple option

http://www.coldhardfootballfacts.com/Articles/11_4680_Is_Tebow_a_legitimate_%28triple%29_option%3F.html

It’s less Tebow focused than it might appear on first glance – but its an interesting history lesson. The conclusion is a bit gloomy – believing that Tebow is probably going to get injured (although others here would counter that he is more likely to get injured floundering around in the pocket where he is not comfortable rather than on his feet running where he is comfortable).

The CHFF writer at least also thinks Tebow wins us the division this year at least!

What would Blackie Lawless do?

by British Bronco on Nov 17, 2011 9:13 AM MST reply actions 2 recs

Since Tebow was named QB the amount of Broncos news as doubled.....

At some point I have to stop searching and get the post out. lol Please, always link to any interesting articles that I might miss!!!!

Thanks!

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by Tim Lynch on Nov 17, 2011 9:45 AM MST up reply actions

lol awesome article

I’m still lol’ing at the end of it

Two weeks after the 49ers’ victory, Mark Stevens’ NFL career came to an end when NFL regulars returned to action.

Tebow’s productive career might not last much longer than Mark Stevens’ career.

But the QuantCoach has seen enough in the last two weeks to predict that, using the leverage derived from his unconventional option, Tebow will deliver the 2011 AFC West title to Denver.

I’m fairly certain that if the Broncos win the AFC West, Tebow is starting in 2012

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by CombatChuk on Nov 17, 2011 9:56 AM MST up reply actions

for sure, even though I have heard of Mark Stevens!

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by the new Bradfather on Nov 17, 2011 10:52 AM MST up reply actions

A buddy of mine is roomates with a bartender who’s other buddy is a bartender at Shotgun’s and texted me that some of the Jets were there last night. I know that there are some degrees of separation there, but I hope the Jets are taking tonights game lightly…

by Donkeylover on Nov 17, 2011 9:16 AM MST via mobile reply actions

I can't see Ryan letting his troops slack for this one.

On the plus side I can’t see Tebow letting the Broncos come out flat either.

I think this is going to be a fantastic game.

What would Blackie Lawless do?

by British Bronco on Nov 17, 2011 9:23 AM MST up reply actions

I hear ya. But New York athletes live at the strip club…they’re like grown-up orphanages to them…

by Donkeylover on Nov 17, 2011 10:26 AM MST via mobile up reply actions

I hear ya. But New York athletes live at the strip club…they’re like grown-up orphanages to them…

by Donkeylover on Nov 17, 2011 10:26 AM MST via mobile up reply actions

especially Johnny Appleseed ERRR Antonio Cromartie

get back to planting apples to make trees Johnny

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by the new Bradfather on Nov 17, 2011 11:04 AM MST up reply actions

NFL Players

are @ the bar all the time, they don’t have to get up til 1 p.m. the next day

A baseball park is the one place where a man's wife doesn't mind his getting excited over somebody else's curves

by waterboy31321 on Nov 17, 2011 10:27 AM MST up reply actions

I never got a text back to find out if many defenders were there…

by Donkeylover on Nov 17, 2011 9:21 AM MST via mobile reply actions

What channel will the game be on Locally (not NFL-Network)

Please help, I heard channel 2?

by valas40 on Nov 17, 2011 9:41 AM MST reply actions

Not being a Denver resident, I couldn't tell you

but provided the game is a sellout (not a problem for us EVER :), it will be on local television somwehere

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by the new Bradfather on Nov 17, 2011 9:48 AM MST up reply actions

Yup

Channel 2 the CW

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by CombatChuk on Nov 17, 2011 9:48 AM MST up reply actions

Thanks Brad, and thanks for confirming Chuk

Want to make sure my bases are covered.

by valas40 on Nov 17, 2011 9:52 AM MST reply actions

Les Carpenter;s article was a bit disappointing

I’m expecting this team to double their amount of pass attempts from last week … nobody seems to understand that it wasn’t 8 pass attempts necessarily by choice but because KC refused to adjust. As long as the defense is giving free passes against the run, why stop?

Looking forward to tonight’s game, if for no other reason to stick it in the face of the mainstream media again.

by xteve on Nov 17, 2011 10:17 AM MST reply actions