Bring on the Patriots! Horse Tracks - 11/19/13

Steve Smith, Aqib Talib go at it | ProFootballTalk
Round One of the Steve Smith vs. Aqib Talib battle goes to Smith. And it's a 10-8 round. Smith beat Talib in the first quarter of Monday night's Patriots-Panthers battle not only by catching passes, but also by being the one who came out on top in a brief skirmish between them: After a Smith rece...

Wes Welker concussion vs. Kansas City Chiefs: A closer look
The Broncos confirmed after Sunday night's 27-17 victory over Kansas City that wide receiver Wes Welker had indeed suffered a concussion during the fourth quarter of the game.

Three recent occurrences of compartment syndrome in NFL and college football players | First-and-Orange — The Denver Post
There have been plenty of instances of compartment syndrome in athletes -- hard hits and strenuous exercise are two causes -- and what Moore is going through is not unprecedented.

Panthers top Patriots following controversial non-call - NFL.com
The Carolina Panthers edged the New England Patriots in the game of the year. But the contest will be best remembered for the controversial ending that had Tom Brady steaming after the game.

Broncos

Broncos-Chiefs: Week 11 Post Game Facts And Figures | Bronco Planet

Fat Camp: Lateral Compartment Syndrome - It's All Over, Fat Man!
Doc discusses the potentially dangerous condition which struck Rahim Moore on Sunday night

Upon Further Review: Broncos Week 11 - AFC West Blog - ESPN
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – An examination for four hot issues from the Denver Broncos’ 27-17 win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. Jammer...

Broncos hear what (the) Fox says - AFC West Blog - ESPN
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- The Denver Broncos got a surprise morning greeting from head coach John Fox Monday. The team’s video staff arranged to have...

Quick Hits From Jack Del Rio
Quotables from Interim Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator Jack Del Rio.

BTV Breakdown: Getting Physical
The Broncos defense showed off its own toughness during Sunday's win over the Chiefs.

Face Time With Fox
Head Coach John Fox spoke with the Broncos players and coaches Monday morning via video chat.

Harris Saw 'Something Wrong' with Moore
Cornerback Chris Harris Jr. said one play in particular let him know that safety Rahim Moore was injured. Monday morning, the safety underwent surgery.

Broncos Injury Updates
Interim Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator Jack Del Rio updated injuries suffered by Broncos in the team's Week 11 win vs. Kansas City.

Headquarters Expansion, Upgrades Announced
The Broncos will break ground this week on a facility expansion and renovation at team headquarters at Dove Valley.

AFC West

Upon Further Review: San Diego Chargers Week 11 - ESPN
MIAMI -- An examination of four hot issues from the San Diego Chargers' 20-16 loss to the Miami Dolphins. Playoffs?! You talking about playoffs?! Yes

Under Further Review: Kansas City Chiefs Week 11 - ESPN
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- An examination of four hot issues from the Chiefs' 27-17 loss to the Broncos: Offensive line shuffling: The Chiefs finished the game...

Dennis Allen not ready to name starting QB - AFC West Blog - ESPN
Oakland Raiders coach Dennis Allen would not commit Monday to who his starting quarterback would be this coming weekend against the Tennessee Titans -

Five Raiders need MRIs - AFC West Blog - ESPN
While five Oakland Raiders players had to take MRI exams Monday, only one result was known by the time of coach Dennis Allen’s weekly media...

Mike McCoy says Keenan Allen will be fine - ESPN
SAN DIEGO -- A day after his team’s disappointing loss to the Miami Dolphins, San Diego coach Mike McCoy provided some updates on players...

NFL

Dashon Goldson suspended one game for illegal hit | ProFootballTalk
Earlier this year, the NFL suspended Buccaneers safety Dashon Goldson for one game as a result of repeated illegal hits during games. Goldson successfully appealed the suspension, getting it overturned in favor of a $100,000 fine. He'll need another reprieve to avoid a suspension this week.

Trent Williams accusation not the first against umpire Roy Ellison | ProFootballTalk
Roy Ellison, the umpire accused of spewing insults and profanity at Washington offensive lineman Trent Williams, has previously been accused of similar inappropriate language directed at players.

Big Ben jokes he's more 'tradeable' after big Week 11 - NFL.com
Ben Roethlisberger isn't happy with his Pittsburgh Steelers contract, according to Ian Rapoport. There's one thing the star quarterback can do to help his case.

Andre Johnson on staying a Texan: 'I'm under contract' - NFL.com
Andre Johnson has spent his entire 11-year NFL career with the Houston Texans. When the wide receiver was asked if he wanted to stick around for a rebuild, his answer said it all.

Dashon Goldson suspended for one game by NFL - NFL.com
Dashon Goldson of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers has been suspended one game by the NFL for an illegal helmet-to-helmet hit on Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Roddy White.

FOOTBALL OUTSIDERS: Innovative Statistics, Intelligent Analysis | Week 11 Injury Aftermath
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FOOTBALL OUTSIDERS: Innovative Statistics, Intelligent Analysis | Mandatory Monday: NFL Classified
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