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This is a time for new players to hit the ground running with a bunch of peers who are likely to have their heads spinning as well. It is time for coaches to introduce the playbook, get some reps, then see how the players can handle the big leagues.
Perhaps the greatest streak going tor the Broncos is the fact that an UDFA rookie has made the team is so many consecutive seasons.
One player I'll be looking at in particular as a scouting exercise will be Shaq Barrett. Barrett projects more as a rush end/SAM linebacker in the mold of Von Miller. His instincts are superb though and I wouldn't be surprised if he got a shot at the Mike at some point.
As was reported by MHR yesterday, Robert Mathis will be out for the Broncos season opener against the Colts. Mr. Mathis is a personal favorite of mine and has always taken the time to answer questions via twitter:
@Bronco_Mike251 hey whatsup man……1. Derrick Thomas 2.Deacon Jones
— ROBERT MATHIS The1st (@RobertMathis98) May 16, 2014
The Broncos are scheduled to play the Colts opening weekend at home on Sunday Night Football.
Horse Tracks
Latimer Making Most of Camp
Even though he's been limited, rookie wide receiver Cody Latimer is learning plenty during his first camp as a Bronco.
Broncos' Wes Welker has new definition of giving back - The Denver Post
Churchill Downs says the $100 bills Wes Welker was handing out wasn't all his because of a "tote malfunction," according to ESPN. The track made the mistake, and would like some of its money back.
'Exhilarating' First Day of Minicamp
Head Coach John Fox said the first practice of this weekend's rookie minicamp "was a good first day."
Roby: 'I Like this System'
First round pick Bradley Roby is getting adjusted to life in the NFL, learning a new system and developing under defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio.
Rookie O-Linemen Immersed in Playbook
Draftees Matt Paradis and Michael Schofield are finding that intense study continues even after they've moved on from college.
Broncos Take Caution with Latimer's Foot
Cody Latimer's work has been limited during rookie minicamp while he completes his recovery from foot surgery on Jan. 19.
Roby Developing with Del Rio
First-round pick Bradley Roby said he expects learning from a defensive coordinator like Jack Del Rio to help his game.