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Horse Tracks - Denver Broncos News 07/17

The league and media react to Denver's levying of punishments to Matt Russell and Tom Heckert, while John Lynch joins the preseason broadcast booth.

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Denver Broncos' DUI incidents carry lessons for rest of league - NFL.com
The high-profile suspensions of Tom Heckert and Matt Russell aren't just bad press for John Elway's Denver Broncos -- they're serving as a wakeup call to other front offices, Albert Breer reports.

Broncos, NFL execs under microscope following recent arrests - CBSSports
Never underestimate the degree of hypocrisy of which the NFL is capable. And make no mistake, in the aftermath of the Denver Broncos having two top execs arrested on DUI charges in a shockingly small period of time -- and with equally shocking reported levels of alcohol in their systems -- the players, the NFLPA and other teams are watching to see if Goodell responds appropriately. And by appropriately, I mean with the same vigilance and severity with which he has disciplined players.

Denver Broncos News and Blogs

Irving Ready for Opportunity at MLB
Independent Analyst Andrew Mason takes a look at Nate Irving's opportunity at the middle linebacker position - after Irving worked with the first defensive unit at MLB during OTAs.

Broncos and 9NEWS Announce Preseason Broadcast Team

Verne Lundquist and Kevin Burkhardt combine to serve as the play-by-play voices for three of Denver’s preseason games with former safety John Lynch providing analysis.

Richesson Hosts Broncos Boot Camp

Broncos Strength and Conditioning Coach Luke Richesson hosted Broncos Boot Camp, a strength and fitness program for women, on Tuesday evening at the Broncos' training facility and weight room.

Athletes As Fans: Eli Manning - ESPN Video - ESPN
ESPN Video: Eli Manning discusses his experience watching his brother Peyton come back from injury.

Why have elite NFL cornerbacks become scarce? - ESPN
Even the great corners get beat, as Champ Bailey found out in the playoffs against the Ravens.

NFL Cold Hard Facts - ESPN Video - ESPN
ESPN Video: Herm Edwards breaks down his rookies to watch in 2013, including Broncos RB Montee Ball.

As NFL camps approach, Broncos' AFC West rivals face uphill chase - The Denver Post
It wasnt all that long ago before a Hall of Fame quarterback reeled in a future Hall of Fame quarterback to work in Denver that the Broncos were stuck in the AFC West basement.

Former Denver Bronco's home care company closes after employee charged - The Denver Post
A home health care business owned by former Denver Broncos offensive lineman Ryan Harris has shuttered in the weeks since an employee was charged with stealing tens of thousands of dollars worth of valuables from her vulnerable clients.

Eric Decker: A Football & TV Star " CBS Denver
After three seasons with the Broncos there's no denying that Eric Decker is a legitimate football star. At the same time, he's become something of a TV celebrity as well.

Hello from Cabo
The Denver Broncos Cheerleaders are in Cabo San Lucas for their 2014 calendar shoot. Here's a gallery of the first two days of the shoot.

NFL Notes

NFL teams, players both often get insurance for potential injuries - The Denver Post
In recent years, some high-profile college players, including the likes of Andrew Luck and Tim Tebow, often purchased insurance policies to cover any potential injuries in their final college seasons.

Alleged Hernandez shooting victim says media attention has been "crazy" | ProFootballTalk
The man who lost an eye when he was shot earlier this year, allegedly by Aaron Hernandez, will tell his story to grand jurors on Wednesday. On Tuesday, he told the Boston Globe how his life has changed in the past few weeks.

Cutler says he’s not distracted by contract talk | ProFootballTalk
Bears quarterback Jay Cutler said the lack of a contract extension entering the final year of his deal won’t be a distraction, or much of a topic of conversation. Cutler told ESPN Chicago 1000 it was barely on his mind at all. "I haven't thought about it in a while, actually," Cutler said.

Alex Tanney, former Chiefs QB, works out for the Cowboys - Arrowhead Pride
I suppose when you make an awesome trick shot video, people will never really forget who you are. Alex Tanney, formerly of the KC Chiefs, worked out with the Dallas Cowboys this week.