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Denver Broncos News: Horse Tracks - 8/21/13

Von Miller's suspension does matter and don't let any koolaid drinker convince you otherwise. It matters not because the Broncos are suddenly going to lose every game to start the season, rather because his next infraction will be a year suspension. Yikes!

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How Von Miller's suspension will affect Denver Broncos - NFL.com
Von Miller can't be replaced, but the Denver Broncos must find a way to cope with his loss. Gregg Rosenthal breaks down the fallout from Miller's six-game suspension for a violation of the NFL's substance-abuse policy.

Impact of Miller's Suspension | DenverBroncos.com
If Von Miller's suspension was two games, he would miss two against teams that had winning records in 2013. If it was four, he'd miss two games against teams with winning records. Now that it extends into mid-October, they'll still play two games without Miller against teams that finished above .500, and the six games come against teams that were a combined 37-59 in 2012.

Denver Broncos Videos

Life Without Miller Now Reality | DenverBroncos.com
The Broncos won't have Von Miller for the first six games of the 2013 season and John Fox and John Elway explain how important the next steps will be.

Elway Reacts to Miller's Six Game Suspension | DenverBroncos.com
John Elway addresses Von Miller's six game suspension.

Fox Talks Moving On Without Miller | DenverBroncos.com
Coach John Fox addresses Von Miller's six game suspension.

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Denver Broncos News & Blogs

2013 Denver Broncos-Post Camp Thoughts Part 1 | Bronco Planet
There are around 1,950 players, Practice Squads included, that play in the NFL each year. Out of 2,880 players that try out each summer, about 32% make it to the final roster.

Von Miller Suspended Six Games by NFL | DenverBroncos.com
Von Miller will be suspended for the first six games of the 2013 regular season for violating the NFL's Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse.

Work to Do in Replacing Miller | DenverBroncos.com
Head Coach John Fox and Executive Vice President of Football Operations John Elway addressed how the team will replace Von Miller during his suspension.

John Elway talks about Von Miller's suspension for Broncos - Denver Post
Losing Von Miller to a six-game suspension was a big enough event for the Broncos to call an impromptu news conference Tuesday evening.

Would you trade Broncos star Von Miller for Cards CB Patrick Peterson? | Denver Post
Von Miller of Denver and Patrick Peterson of Arizona were both among the top five players taken in the 2011 NFL draft. Which star would you rather have? (WTF? NO!! #PeopleWhoShouldNotWrite)

John Moffitt acquired by Denver Broncos in trade for Sealver Siliga - Denver Post
Concerned about the depth in the interior of their offensive line, the Broncos acquired offensive guard John Moffitt from the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for defensive tackle Sealver Siliga.

Paris Lenon signed by Broncos for veteran presence in void at linebacker - The Denver Post
After a wrist injury to Stewart Bradley, the Broncos on Tuesday signed veteran linebacker Paris Lenon.

Which ex-Broncos player is most deserving of Ring of Fame induction? - Denver Post
Lunch Special: Each weekday near noontime, a Denver Post sports writer dares to dish. In this installment, Terry Frei recommends three former Broncos for the teams Ring of Fame.

Now is LB Danny Trevathan's Time to Step Up for Broncos - Predominantly Orange
With Stewart Bradley injured, Von Miller facing indefinite suspension, and Wesley Woodyard kicking inside to play middle linebacker for the Broncos, the time is now for second year player Danny Trevathan to step up his game.

Von Miller é suspenso por 6 jogos " BroncosBrasil.com
No final da tarde dessa terça-feira, a NFL oficializou a suspensão de 6 jogos do linebacker Von Miller por violar a política de uso de substâncias da liga. A NFL tinha notificado Miller por falhar em um teste de drogas no início do ano.

Broncos contrata LB Paris Lenon " BroncosBrasil.com
O Denver Broncos assinou com veterano (35 anos) linebacker Paris Lenon. O jogador que atuará em sua 12ª temporada na NFL, foi titular nas últimas 7 temporadas que participou, era capitão na defesa do Arizona Cardinals e teve uma média superior a 100 tackles nas últimas 3 temporadas.

Broncos troca Sealver Siliga por John Moffitt " BroncosBrasil.com
Em um dia movimentado, o Denver Broncos fez uma troca com o Seattle Seahwawks. O Broncos mandou o DT Sealver Siliga e em troca do G John Moffitt. O Seahwaks anteriormente tentou trocar John Moffitt com o Clevaland Browns mas a troca não foi bem sucedida pois o atleta falhou no teste físico.

Lesões importantes no segundo jogo da preseason 2013 " BroncosBrasil.com
Estamos em preseason. O placar não importa e os jogos são esquecidos assim que terminam. Isso é o que acontece normalmente. Ao menos até que as lesões comecem a acontecer…

AFC West Rival Roundup

Richard Goodman is Better than You Think at Returning Kicks - Bolts From The Blue
A large contingency of Chargers fans think Richard Goodman is not good at returning kickoffs. We have found otherwise.

Kansas City Chiefs cut Brad Madison, claim o-lineman off waivers - Arrowhead Pride
The Kansas City Chiefs have cut long snapper Brad Madison and claimed offensive lineman Ricky Henry off waivers.

Jamaal Charles is back (again), Donald Stephenson is not and more Chiefs injury updates - Arrowhead Pride
The Kansas City Chiefs got back to practice on Tuesday after an off day on Monday. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid updated a few injury notes, including Jamaal Charles (who is back).

GIF'D UP: Eric Fisher struggles in 49ers-Chiefs game - Arrowhead Pride
The Chiefs offensive line struggled against the 49ers last Friday, and Eric Fisher may have been the worst out of the five starters on the offensive line.

Chiefs' Andy Reid views Donnie Avery as a 'legitimate starter' in the NFL - Arrowhead Pride
The only way the Kansas City Chiefs were going to make the Jon Baldwin-AJ Jenkins trade is if they felt Donnie Avery, who replaces Baldwin, was a "legitimate starter", according to Andy Reid.

Greg Olson calls out Denarius Moore "character issues", says Rod Streater "Leader" of WR corps - Silver And Black Pride
One of the mysteries on this Raiders team all last season has been the play of Denarius Moore. He went from rookie phenom to having crucial lapses in his route running and dropping passes.

Jason Tarver is amazed by Charles Woodson - Silver And Black Pride
Just ask Jason Tarver about Charles Woodson and you see a childlike amazement in his response. He loves him some Woodson. Hard to blame him. It is pretty amazing watching a 36-year-old defensive back perform at the level Woodson still performs on a daily basis.

NFL News & Blogs

The Life & Career of Ricky Bell - SB Nation (EXCELLENT READ)
In January 1983, Bell was diagnosed with dermatomyositis, an inflammation of the skin and muscles that affects all of its patients differently. Many go on to live long, productive lives. A small handful develop cardiomyopathy, which affects five in every million people. Ricky Bell was one of the five.

E.J. Manuel's injury; A.J. Jenkins-Jon Baldwin trade reaction; more Mailbag thoughts | The MMQB with Peter King
My take on the A.J. Jenkins-Jonathan Baldwin trade, E.J. Manuel's injury and answering more of your questions.

Do not attempt to help women enjoy football - SBNation.com
Hi. Don't ever try to write a football article explaining football to women. If they're football fans, they know about football. They watch it, too.

The (virtual) legend of Brian Finneran - SBNation.com
For the 25th edition of Madden NFL, EA Sports put together a 25th anniversary All-Madden team. One of the wide receivers is Randy Moss. The other is, um, Brian Finneran.

Geno Smith will start for Jets vs. Giants, if healthy - SBNation.com
The Jets still haven't named a starting quarterback yet, but they're ready to give Smith his chance. He will start Saturday's preseason game if his ankle holds up.

Cardinals sign Mike Thomas, according to report - SBNation.com
The Arizona Cardinals added some wide receiver depth on Tuesday, signing Mike Thomas one day after he was released by the Detroit Lions, according to a report from Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.

Michael Vick named Eagles starting quarterback - SBNation.com
The Eagles ended the quarterback battle between Michael Vick and Nick Foles on Tuesday, naming the more experienced veteran the team's starter.

What if the rookie wage scale didn't exist? | National Football Post
The rate of growth with the first pick’s compensation, especially the guarantees, was unsustainable. Sam Bradford’s six-year contract in 2010 worth a maximum of $86 million set an NFL record with $50 million guaranteed. He got a 19.9% increase over the $41.7 million of guaranteed money Matthew Stafford received in 2009. (Holy Crap!!!)

Why the Cleveland Browns Will Make the 2013 NFL Playoffs - NFL Mocks
Certainly AFC North followers will railroad this post for the simple fact that the Cleveland Browns have been so bad for so long that it automatically makes them a shoe-in for cellar dweller again in 2013.

FOOTBALL OUTSIDERS: 2013 KUBIAK vs. ADP - The Overrated
Hopefully many of you have waited to do your important fantasy football drafts as a wave of injuries has washed over the NFL landscape.

Are the Ravens subject to a Super Bowl curse? | Football Perspective
No team has won back-to-back Super Bowls since the 2003-2004 Patriots, which means the last eight champions have failed in their bid to repeat. Three of them — the ’06 and ’09 Steelers and the 2012 Giants — failed to even make the playoffs.

Back-up Running Backs to Own | Fanspeak Fantasy Football
Despite the passing attack they had last year the Broncos weren't afraid to run the football and finished top 10 in the league in rushing attempts. Though Montee Ball figures to get the majority of carries this should be more of a committee approach, especially early on. Hillman is a guy with a lot of upside and could see between 150-200 carries this year even without a major injury to Ball. If Hillman proves himself, it wouldn't be unheard of for the Broncos to keep running with the hot hand.

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