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Week 12 - Thursday: Fox | DenverBroncos.com
Head Coach John Fox talks to the media following a Thanksgiving Day practice.

NFL Videos: Tebow's future
Is Tim Tebow the answer in Denver? Our "GameDay Morning" crew decides whether Tebow should be the Broncos' franchise quarterback.

Hold the Tebow hype for a moment, it's Miller Time | SF Gate
Forget Tim Tebow for just a moment. It's Miller Time in Denver. Broncos linebacker Von Miller, the second overall selection in the draft, has led Denver's defensive revival along with pass-rushing partner Elvis Dumervil.

Denver quarterback's unconventional methods inspire great debate | North County Times
The unconventional style of Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow has the whole National Football League talking.

Broncos expecting the usual Philip Rivers, despite his bad 2011 - The Denver Post
There's a rumor going around the NFL that Philip Rivers is having a tough year. Forgive the Broncos if they believe otherwise.

Krieger: Elway on fringe of Tebow tirade - The Denver Post
Twitter has become known for many things during its short life, but civility is not one of them. So when John Elway chose the massively popular microblogging service as his method of direct communication with Broncos fans, he was taking a calculated risk.

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Week 12 - Thursday: Allen | DenverBroncos.com
Defensive Coordinator Dennis Allen talked to the media after Thursday's practice.

Week 12 - Thursday: McCoy | DenverBroncos.com
Offensive Coordinator Mike McCoy talks to the media after Thursday's practice.

NFL Videos: Week 12: Broncos vs. Chargers Preview
Tim Tebow looks to lead Denver to a fourth straight victory Sunday when it visits a San Diego team trying to avoid losing six in a row for the first time in a decade.

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NFL.com news: Chargers' local TV blackout lifted for game vs. Tebow's Broncos
Could Tim Tebow be the reason the local TV blackout has been lifted in San Diego when he leads his Denver Broncos against the Chargers on Sunday?

Broncos' Von Miller has led revival on defense - Boulder Daily Camera
Forget Tim Tebow for just a moment. It's Miller Time in Denver. Broncos linebacker Von Miller, the second overall selection in the draft, has led Denver's defensive revival along with pass-rushing partner Elvis Dumervil.

Open Mikes: Is faith a fair topic for sports? – USATODAY.com
Athletes, as least as far back as the Olympics in ancient Greece, have credited deities with having a hand in their feats. But lately, partly from mediagenic Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow being so open about his faith, this question is timely: When athletes say their religious beliefs are a key to their success (or even failure), should TV sports coverage regularly explore such issues?

Op-Ed: Tim Tebow fanatic reveals back tattoo dedicated to Broncos star
Now I've seen some ugly tattoos during my time, which is saying something considering I'm only 22 years old, however, none of them compare to the tattoo recently exposed by this Tim Tebow fanatic.

Tebow's stats need closer scrutiny | National Post
About midway through the fourth quarter of last week's Broncos-Jets game, the thought occurred to me that maybe Tim Tebow is right-handed.

Rocking the boat: Rookies Carter and Harris forced themselves into Broncos' lineup - The Denver Post
When Quinton Carter and Chris Harris arrived in Denver along with the teams other rookies in late July, they quickly realized a couple of things.

Broncos make practice on Thanksgiving a little more fun - The Denver Post
On a warm, bright sunny afternoon in Colorado, several Broncos offense players showed leg for Thanksgiving. No player wore shorter shorts during practice Thursday than receiver and former GQ cover boy Eric Decker.

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Broncos Half Price Tickets: You'll Pay For Half Your Seat, But You'll Use, Well, All Of It - SB Nation Denver
The Denver Broncos offer half price tickets, but not even that could help liven up the Broncos vs. Lions game a couple of weeks ago.

Thanksgiving, Denver Broncos and a Thankful Fan: Fan’s Perspective - Yahoo! Sports
While the Denver Broncos are not playing this Thanksgiving, as a fan there are many things that we have to be thankful for when it comes to our Broncos this season.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Kyle Orton can't escape Denver or Tebow | National Post
Kyle Orton’s departure now includes a return trip to Denver. A day after the Broncos waived their former starter, the Kansas City Chiefs picked him up, along with the roughly US$2.6-million left on his contract that expires after this season.

Despite recent woes, San Diego's Weddle still charged up during question-and-answer - Macon.com
are going to make anything more of this season than a great disappointment, someone in a key position has to wise up, stiffen up and speak up. The quarterback, Philip Rivers, has transformed from perennial All-Pro to interception machine.

Denver Broncos team report: Team pleased with Von Miller's development - Sporting News
The Broncos knew that linebacker Von Miller was a rare athlete when they drafted him No. 2 overall last April. Miller’s explosive pass-rushing skills, speed, balance and body control were the main drawing cards.

Broncos vs. Chargers Game Preview - Predominantly Orange
The Denver Broncos (5-5) fly to sunny San Diego to take on the uncharged Chargers (4-6). The Bolts have lost their last five games. It’s unusual for the Chargers to sit in last place in the AFC West in November, but that’s exactly where they stand with six weeks remaining.

A look at the Broncos pass rush | First-and-Orange
As Elvis Dumervil feels better, Von Miller is more comfortable and the Broncos pass rush has been a big part of their recent 4-1 push. And the Broncos have been able to make things happen with a four-man rush the majority of the time.

A friendly exchange with Andre’ Goodman | First-and-Orange
So I’m standing outside the Broncos’ cafeteria patio when cornerback Andre’ Goodman walks through.

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As NFL analyst, Simms stands out - NYPOST.com
What sets CBS’s Phil Simms apart from — and above — TV’s other NFL analysts doesn’t reveal itself when he’s right or when he speaks sense, but when he’s wrong and when he speaks nonsense.

NFL: Suh stomp to be reviewed | Detroit Free Press
A NFL spokesperson said today it’s "a safe assumption" that the league will review Ndamukong Suh’s stomp of Green Bay Packers offensive lineman Evan Dietrich-Smith next week when it typically looks at plays for potential discipline.

Week 12 NFL Picks: Raiders Look To Take Advantage Of Jay Cutler Injury - SB Nation Bay Area
Two sets of predictions against the spread for Week 12 of the NFL season. Your best bet might be to bet the opposite. Check out SB Nation NFL for full week 12 coverage.

Harbaughs move on after sharing Thanksgiving  | ajc.com
BALTIMORE — The Harbaugh brothers met in the middle of the field, hugged, expressed their love for each other and headed off in opposite directions.

Nnamdi Asomugha carted off field at practice | ProFootballTalk
The Eagles’ nightmare season just took another turn for the worse.

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Playcalling analysis part II: 1st and 2nd down - Mile High Report
In my prior post "Let's examine our 3rd down playcalling", we looked at some numbers comparing the two halves of our Bronco season regarding 3rd down. We learned, among other things, that under Tebow our 3rd down situation has been especially rough, and our average 3rd down distance has been over 7 yards. 

Funny Us - Mile High Report
I’m not sure what is happening, but I have this funny feeling we are watching what we saw in Elway in reverse. None! and I mean No-One! doubted what we had in Elway. None! and I mean No-One is lacking in doubts concerning Tebow. Why is that? I just don’t know….but I may know why….Tim is Tim and you’re not going to get anything else. Tim is Tim and Fox and Elway are trying to get to know Tim.