Mile High Report - Broncos 41, Giants 23: Complete CoverageBy Fans, For Fans....Your Source For Denver Broncos News and Commenthttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/50905/mhr-fav.png2013-10-03T07:30:07-06:00http://www.milehighreport.com/rss/stream/44828572013-10-03T07:30:07-06:002013-10-03T07:30:07-06:00Water Cooler QBs: Can Manning be stopped?
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<p>The gang looks at the Denver Steamrollers, erm Broncos.</p> <p>It's a fun time to be a <a href="https://www.milehighreport.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Broncos</a> fan, isn't it?<br><br>That question was put to me by multiple members of the <a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/25/4768038/denver-broncos-water-cooler-quarterbacks-no-huddle-vs-philadelphias-no-blink">Water Cooler Quarterbacks</a>, as we gathered on Monday and Tuesday to talk about the weekend's football games. A great deal of the conversation centered on the Broncos and whether or not the <span>Peyton Manning</span> offense can be stopped by anyone in the NFL.</p>
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<h2>Previously on Water Cooler QBs: Denver vs. Philly</h2>
<img src="http://cdn1.sbnation.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/20140733/20130923_kdl_ac4_380.0_standard_305.0.jpg"></a> <span>The Water Cooler Quarterbacks break down Denver's no-huddle vs. Philadelphia's no-blink. We all know how that worked out in Week 4.</span>
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<p>One of the members shared that he had heard an ESPN commentator -- the name was not known because he had tuned into the television discussion late -- was heard to remark that the only way to stop Manning was to keep him on the sidelines.</p>
<p>In our live discussion, it was pointed out that in the Broncos' 52-20 beat down of Philadelphia, Manning did not play for something along the lines of the better part of two quarters -- the Eagles held the ball for 11:37 of the first quarter and he didn't play during the fourth quarter. So, in our opinion, there's more going on than just keeping Manning on the sidelines.</p>
<p>One thought that emerged was perhaps the Broncos have been dominating their opponents in Time of Possession (T.O.P.). Perhaps that explains the way they have been blowing out the other teams.<br><br>A survey of the T.O.P. from Denver's four games finds this:</p>
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<td align="center"><b>Den TOP</b></td>
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<td>Baltimore</td>
<td align="center">26:12</td>
<td align="center">33:48</td>
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<td><a href="https://www.bigblueview.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">New York Giants</a></td>
<td align="center">31:58</td>
<td align="center">28:02</td>
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<td>Oakland</td>
<td align="center">35:24</td>
<td align="center">24:36</td>
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<td>Philadelphia</td>
<td align="center">33:22</td>
<td align="center">26:38</td>
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<p><br><br>This represents a cumulative advantage of 126:56 to 113:04. Per game, the advantage is much less significant looking: 31:44 to 28:16. A difference of less than three minutes per game. It is important to remember that the Ravens held the ball over six minutes longer than Denver and still lost 49-27.<br><br>The challenge presented by Denver's offense is not found in the amount of time that it is on the field but by how quickly the Broncos can score.</p>
<p align="center"><b>Scoring Drives</b></p>
<p><br><b>Game 1: <a href="https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Baltimore Ravens</a></b><br>In this game, Denver had sixteen drives that consumed just 26:12 on the clock. The Broncos scored on seven of those drives. Two of those drives were kneel downs to run out the clock at the end of the first half, and later to end the game. Seven of the drives ended in punts. Denver's scoring drives broke down as follows:</p>
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<td align="center"><b>How Obtained Ball</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>T.O.P.</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>Plays</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>Yards</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>Result</b></td>
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<td>Interception</td>
<td align="center">0:05</td>
<td align="center">1</td>
<td align="center">24</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Punt</td>
<td align="center">2:29</td>
<td align="center">6</td>
<td align="center">80</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Kickoff</td>
<td align="center">2:30</td>
<td align="center">6</td>
<td align="center">80</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Blocked punt</td>
<td align="center">0:40</td>
<td align="center">2</td>
<td align="center">10</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Punt</td>
<td align="center">9:06</td>
<td align="center">9</td>
<td align="center">63</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Punt</td>
<td align="center">1:33</td>
<td align="center">5</td>
<td align="center">56</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Kickoff</td>
<td align="center">0:59</td>
<td align="center">3</td>
<td align="center">80</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<p><br><br>Seven scoring drives that consumed 17:22 on the clock. That is an average time per scoring drive of 2:28. The seven scoring drives used 32 plays, or an average of 4.6 plays per drive. The drives travelled a combined 393 yards, or an average of 56 yards per drive. It's important to note that each of the Broncos' scoring drives ended with a touchdown.<br><br><b>Game 2: New York Giants</b><br>Denver held onto the ball longer in their second game, holding it for 31:58 -- an advantage of just under two minutes. The Broncos had fourteen drives and scored on six of them. Denver had five drives end in punts, one end in a fumble and two were kneel downs to end the half and the game. It should be noted that one "drive" was an 81-yard punt return for a touchdown. So, the six offensive scoring drives broke down as follows:</p>
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<td align="center"><b>How Obtained Ball</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>T.O.P.</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>Plays</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>Yards</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>Result</b></td>
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<td>Punt</td>
<td align="center">0:48</td>
<td align="center">4</td>
<td align="center">40</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Kickoff</td>
<td align="center">2:19</td>
<td align="center">8</td>
<td align="center">56</td>
<td align="center">field goal</td>
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<td>Punt</td>
<td align="center">4:28</td>
<td align="center">9</td>
<td align="center">53</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Kickoff</td>
<td align="center">2:43</td>
<td align="center">7</td>
<td align="center">80</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Interception</td>
<td align="center">2:34</td>
<td align="center">5</td>
<td align="center">36</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Kickoff</td>
<td align="center">1:21</td>
<td align="center">7</td>
<td align="center">15</td>
<td align="center">field goal</td>
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<p><br><br>This equates to an average time on each scoring drive of 2:22. The six scoring drives used up 14:33 on the clock, or an average of 2:25 per drive. The six scoring drives used 40 plays, or an average of 6.7 plays per drive. The drives travelled a combined 280 yards, or an average of 46.7 yards per drive. Denver posted six touchdowns and two field goals on these drives.<br><br><b>Game 3: <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/oakland-raiders" class="sbn-auto-link">Oakland Raiders</a></b><br>Once again, the Broncos increased their T.O.P., gaining a 35:24 to 24:36 advantage. Denver had eleven drives in that game but only punted once. Two drives were ended by fumbles and one ended in kneel downs to run out the clock. <br>Once again, Denver had seven scoring drives which broke down as follows:</p>
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<td align="center"><b>How Obtained Ball</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>T.O.P.</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>Plays</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>Yards</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>Result</b></td>
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<td>Punt</td>
<td align="center">3:23</td>
<td align="center">8</td>
<td align="center">55</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Punt</td>
<td align="center">1:36</td>
<td align="center">4</td>
<td align="center">17</td>
<td align="center">field goal</td>
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<td>Punt</td>
<td align="center">4:35</td>
<td align="center">10</td>
<td align="center">80</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Kickoff</td>
<td align="center">2:17</td>
<td align="center">4</td>
<td align="center">80</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Punt</td>
<td align="center">1:30</td>
<td align="center">7</td>
<td align="center">38</td>
<td align="center">field goal</td>
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<td>Kickoff</td>
<td align="center">6:19</td>
<td align="center">13</td>
<td align="center">55</td>
<td align="center">field goal</td>
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<td>Kickoff</td>
<td align="center">3:50</td>
<td align="center">8</td>
<td align="center">80</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<p><br><br>These drives consumed 23:30 on the clock, which averages out to approximately 2:21 per scoring drive. The drives used 54 plays, or an average of 7.7 plays per scoring drive. The drives travelled a combined 405 yards, or an average of 57.9 yards per drive. The Broncos tallied four touchdowns and three field goals on these drives.<br><br><b>Game 4: <a href="https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Philadelphia Eagles</a></b><br>For the third game in a row, Denver held the ball for over half of the game by recording a 33:22 to 26:38 advantage in T.O.P. The Eagles held the Broncos to just ten drives, but allowed Denver to score on seven of them. To be fair, two of those drives were a kickoff return for a touchdown and a blocked punt that was returned for a touchdown. So, in reality, Denver had just six offensive scoring drives. Two of the Broncos' drives ended in punts and one ended in kneel downs to run out the clock. The six offensive scoring drives broke down as follows:</p>
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<td align="center"><b>T.O.P.</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>Plays</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>Yards</b></td>
<td align="center"><b>Result</b></td>
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<td>Punt</td>
<td align="center">3:52</td>
<td align="center">9</td>
<td align="center">74</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Kickoff</td>
<td align="center">6:01</td>
<td align="center">11</td>
<td align="center">80</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Kickoff</td>
<td align="center">5:06</td>
<td align="center">10</td>
<td align="center">80</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Punt</td>
<td align="center">3:12</td>
<td align="center">8</td>
<td align="center">80</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Punt</td>
<td align="center">3:35</td>
<td align="center">7</td>
<td align="center">65</td>
<td align="center">touchdown</td>
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<td>Missed Field Goal</td>
<td align="center">3:49</td>
<td align="center">7</td>
<td align="center">30</td>
<td align="center">field goal</td>
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<p><br><br>The six scoring drives used up 25:35, or an average of approximately 5:18 per drive, as Denver attempted to slow the pace down and use up the clock by running the football. The drives used 52 plays, or 8.7 plays per drive. The drives travelled 409 yards, or an average of 68.2 yards per drive. The Broncos recorded five touchdowns and one field goal on these drives.</p>
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<h2>MHR Radio Podcast 2.10</h2>
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<span>Monty, Ian Henson, and Bronco Mike break down Weeks 4 and 5 of the Denver Broncos 2013 season.</span>
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<p>The biggest issue for opposing teams is that Manning and the offense have been able to speed up the pace or slow it down at will, and have capped off their scoring drives with touchdowns rather than field goals (20 touchdowns, 6 field goals).</p>
<p align="center"><b>The Defense</b></p>
<p>Our group also noted that there has been a major factor in the Broncos' success that has largely been overlooked in most discussions: the play of the defense. While it can be accurately pointed out that Denver has allowed over 20 points to opposing teams in each game (27, 23, 21, 20), there is much about the Broncos' defense that has remained unheralded.<br><br>First up, opposing teams' drives. Denver's four opponents have had a combined 53 offensive drives. Twenty-four of those drives (or 45.2%) have ended in punts. Thirty-six of those drives (or an incredible 67.9%) ended with the opposing team not putting points on the board. By way of comparison, the Broncos have had a total of 51 drives, fifteen of which (or 29.4%) ended in punts, and only twenty-four of them (or 47.1%) were non-scoring drives.<br><br>Another overlooked aspect of the defense is their ability to deny opposing teams third down conversions. Denver's four opponents have converted 22 out of 61 third down attempts. That is an average of 36.1%. The current NFL average is 37.6%. By way of comparison, the Broncos offense has converted 26 out of 47 third down attempts -- an average of 55.3%. <br><br>Some other interesting tidbits:</p>
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<td>Denver is leading the league in rushing defense allowing a mere 74.0 ypg</td>
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<td>Denver's defense currently has 11 sacks -- three more than at this point in 2012</td>
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<td>Ayers/Phillips have combined for 7.0 sacks -- 1.5 more than Miller/Dumervil at this point in 2012</td>
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<td>The defense has six interceptions through four games, or three times as many as in the first four games of 2012</td>
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<td>Special teams have blocked two punts and scored three touchdowns (1 punt return, 1 kickoff return and 1 blocked punt return)</td>
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<td>The Broncos defense have held opponents to a field goal on 41.2% of their scoring drives (having surrendered 10 touchdowns and 7 field goals)</td>
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<p align="center"><b>Final Thoughts</b></p>
<p>The consensus of the group was that once both <span>Von Miller</span> and <span>Champ Bailey</span> return to active participation, the Broncos' defense will become an even greater force to be reckoned with. <br><br>The final consensus among the Water Cooler Quarterbacks was that Denver's defense is playing well enough that Manning will get his chances to score. It won't matter how much time he has -- witness that nine of the Broncos' twenty-six scoring drives took less than two minutes. It won't matter how far he has to travel -- ten of the twenty-six scoring drives travelled 80 yards and three more were for over 60. There are only two ways that this group can see the Broncos being stopped: (1)Massive significant injuries (although the loss of <span>Ryan Clady</span>, <span>Dan Koppen</span> and J. D. Walton hasn't seemed to cause much of a hiccup), or (2)The Broncos manage to beat themselves through a loss of focus that leads to turnovers and miscues.<br><br>The Water Cooler Quarterbacks wish you an awesome week of football.<br><br>Go Broncos!</p>
https://www.milehighreport.com/2013/10/3/4796386/denver-broncos-water-cooler-quarterbacks-can-peyton-manning-be-stoppedBrian Shrout2013-09-17T14:00:04-06:002013-09-17T14:00:04-06:00Film Study: Knowshon Moreno's 2 TD runs
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<p>Looking back at Sunday's performance, Knowshon Moreno had a hell of a game including two fantastic TD runs to the outside. What exactly happened on those plays?</p> <div align="right"></div>
<h3>TD #1</h3>
<p>Zone Blocking at it's best. 12 personnel with Julius and Virgil. Julius is lined up wing left with Virgil coming in motion to the right of the formation. Manning is undercenter with Moreno 7 yards behind in singleback alignment. Both WR's are split to opposite sides with Demaryius to the left and Decker to the right. <a href="https://www.bigblueview.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Giants</a> are in their base 4-3 with 7 in the box and a safety creeping close to the LOS on the boundary side of the field.</p>
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<h2>Moreno Nominated for Weekly Award</h2>
<img src="http://cdn1.sbnation.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/19699009/180661336.0_standard_709.0.jpg"></a> <span>Knowshon Moreno has been nominated for the FedEx Ground Player of the Week award on NFL.com. Vote!</span>
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<p>The play begins with most of the line slanting to the right. Julius cuts off the backside end and then executes a cut block on the 2nd level. Clady fires out to the 2nd level immediately and is able to take on the WILL.</p>
<p><span>Orlando Franklin</span> and <span>Virgil Green</span> have a tandem block. Their goal is to set the edge and seal off #94 as the run will come around the corner. Very important, once Green and Franklin have the end under control and out of the equation, Green peels off and stonewalls the SAM LB pursuing the play. He absolutely cuts off any pursuit coming playside and is the major block to set Moreno free down the sideline.</p>
<p>One final note, <span>Eric Decker</span> throws a nice block as well and is able to effectively keep the corner from interrupting Knowshon on his path to the endzone. From there, Moreno lowers his shoulder and powers his way the last bit of yardage into the endzone. Great design, execution, and determination!</p>
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<h3>TD #2</h3>
<p>11 personnel with Julius Thomas and <span>Wes Welker</span>. 2 by 2 formation with Demaryius and Welker split left, Julius tight to Orlando Franklin and Decker split to the right. Shotgun formation with Knowshon on Peyton's right. Giants are in their nickel defense, 6 in the box with safeties showing Cover 2.</p>
<p>This is a variation on their "pin and pull" outside stretch. The key blocks here are Julius Thomas sealing off <span>Justin Tuck</span> at LDE, Franklin getting out in front to help with this and possibly the SAM LB or SS, and Eric Decker sealing off the corner to the inside to open up a wide lane to the sideline. Clady seals off the backside, Beadles helps with that block then fires to the 2nd level to take on the FS. <span>Manny Ramirez</span> fires into the 2nd level and throws a beautiful block on the MIKE LB.</p>
<p>Julius seal off of Tuck is a great success and also cuts off the SAM LB, Decker beasts his man successfully to the inside, and Franklin is the entourage throwing blocks 15-20 yards downfield on the safety. Knowshon once again lowers the shoulder and gives a great effort to finish the run to the endzone. The pin and pull stretch is such a beautiful thing when executed correctly!</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://cdn0.sbnation.com/assets/3234639/km221.PNG"><img src="http://cdn1.sbnation.com/assets/3234639/km221_medium.PNG" class="photo" alt="Km221_medium" height="262" width="506"></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://cdn2.sbnation.com/assets/3234649/km222.PNG"><img src="http://cdn3.sbnation.com/assets/3234649/km222_medium.PNG" class="photo" alt="Km222_medium" height="295" width="506"></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a target="_blank" href="http://cdn2.sbnation.com/assets/3234657/km223.PNG"><img src="http://cdn0.sbnation.com/assets/3234657/km223_medium.PNG" class="photo" alt="Km223_medium" height="261" width="506"></a></p>
<p>Both of these plays were near flawless in design and execution. Any rushing attempt has a lot of moving parts and on both of these plays, the band moved in concert with each other as the Maestro <span>Knowshon Moreno</span> did his dance. I'm sure glad to have Knowshon leading the <a href="https://www.milehighreport.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Broncos</a> rushing attack, he's the perfect back for a <span>Peyton Manning</span> led offense!</p>
<p>Until next time MHR, GO BRONCOS!!!</p>
https://www.milehighreport.com/mhr-film-study/2013/9/17/4739738/knowshon-moreno-a-twin-killingBronco Mike2013-09-17T12:00:07-06:002013-09-17T12:00:07-06:00Broncos-Giants In Focus: Top Performers
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<figcaption>Maddie Meyer</figcaption>
</figure>
<p><em>No one stat or grading metric can tell the full tale of how well the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.milehighreport.com/">Denver Broncos</a> will be this season, but I'm a fan of collecting different stats <b>and</b> watching game film to help me paint a picture. Thus, I look at the advanced stats from <a target="_blank" href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=66960X1641777&xs=1&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.profootballfocus.com%2F&referrer=sbnation.com&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milehighreport.com%2F2013%2F9%2F17%2F4739784%2Fbroncos-giants-top-performers" rel="sponsored nofollow noopener">ProFootballFocus</a> to see who graded best in the Denver Broncos' 41-23 victory over the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bigblueview.com/">New York Giants</a>.</em></p>
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<li><a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/15/4734482/broncos-giants-final-score-manning-bowl-2013">Recap</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/15/4734864/broncos-41-giants-23-instant-reactions">Instant Reactions</a></li>
<li> <a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/15/4734930/injuries-ihenacho-ayers-clady-hurt-in-broncos-41-23-win-over-giants">Injury Report</a> • <a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4737514/ryan-clady-injury-lisfranc-foot-broncos" title="Ryan Clady injured">Ryan Clady</a> </li>
<li> <a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4737902/broncos-41-giants-23-making-the-grade">Grades</a> • <a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4738544/denver-broncos-41-new-york-giants-23-mhr-game-balls">Game Balls</a> </li>
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<h4><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=66960X1641777&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.profootballfocus.com%2Fdata%2Fgstats.php%3Ftab%3Dby_team%26season%3D2013%26gameid%3D2742%26teamid%3D10%26stats%3Do%26playerid%3D&referrer=sbnation.com&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milehighreport.com%2F2013%2F9%2F17%2F4739784%2Fbroncos-giants-top-performers" target="_blank" rel="sponsored nofollow noopener">Offense</a></h4>
<p><b>1. RB <span>Knowshon Moreno</span> - 3.5 overall</b></p>
<p>Knowshon Moreno started for the second straight week, and he was dynamic. A two-touchdown, 93-yard night was only elevated by the fact that he only touched the ball 16 times. Moreno took home <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=66960X1641777&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.profootballfocus.com%2Fblog%2F2013%2F09%2F16%2Frefo-den-nyg-week-2%2F&referrer=sbnation.com&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milehighreport.com%2F2013%2F9%2F17%2F4739784%2Fbroncos-giants-top-performers" target="_blank" rel="sponsored nofollow noopener">PFF's Game Ball honors for the week</a>.</p>
<p><b>2. QB Peyton Manning - 2.7 Overall</b></p>
<p>No interceptions through two weeks of the season. Even if Manning doesn't end up breaking NFL records, taking care of the football will give the Broncos a great chance to win week in and week out.</p>
<p><b>3. OT <span>Ryan Clady</span> - 2.1 Overall</b></p>
<p>Ryan Clady was night and day from a week ago, where he was one of Denver's lowest-graded players. Clearly he got better as his shoulder injury continued to come along, grading with a dominant 2.5 in pass protection Sunday. The Broncos will miss Clady for whatever period of time he'll miss with his Lisfranc foot sprain.</p>
<h4><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=66960X1641777&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.profootballfocus.com%2Fdata%2Fgstats.php%3Ftab%3Dby_team%26season%3D2013%26gameid%3D2742%26teamid%3D10%26stats%3Dd%26playerid%3D&referrer=sbnation.com&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milehighreport.com%2F2013%2F9%2F17%2F4739784%2Fbroncos-giants-top-performers" target="_blank" rel="sponsored nofollow noopener">Defense</a></h4>
<p><b>1. S <span>Rahim Moore</span> - 2.2 Overall (TIE)</b></p>
<p>Rahim Moore played in an incredible 77 snaps - and he played well in all but one of them (his first one - Eli Manning's big completion to <span>Victor Cruz</span>, where Moore bit on the tight end's route). His grade would have been even higher had penalties not come into play, but the officiating was officially suspect all night. His personal foul for a perfectly legal hit late in the game was especially outrageous.</p>
<p><b>1. DL Malik Jackson - 2.2. Overall (TIE)</b></p>
<p>Malik Jackson only played 32 snaps, but he registered two QB hits and two QB hurries in that limited sample size (registering a pressure in 12.5% of his snaps).</p>
<p><b>3. CB <span>Tony Carter</span> - 1.9 Overall</b></p>
<p>Tony Carter hauled in one interception Sunday, but also caused another one - with his foot. Fluke game-changing plays notwithstanding, Carter made a difference legitimately against the Giants, netting two passes defensed and three other tackles.</p>
https://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/17/4739784/broncos-giants-top-performerskmonty2013-09-17T08:00:12-06:002013-09-17T08:00:12-06:00Broncos v. Giants: Snap Counts
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<figcaption>Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports</figcaption>
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<p>Here are the totals from this week!</p> <h4>Offense</h4>
<p></p>
<table border="1" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Player</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>Total</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>Run</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>Pass</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>Run Block</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>Pass Block</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Decker</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>68</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>43</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>25</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>J. Thomas</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>76</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>30</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>31</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>15</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Clady</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>72</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>28</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>44</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Beadles</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>76</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>31</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>45</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Ramirez</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>76</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>31</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>45</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Vasquez</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>76</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>31</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>45</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Franklin</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>76</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>31</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>45</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Welker</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>49</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>38</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>11</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>D. Thomas</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>72</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>43</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>29</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Manning</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>76</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>3</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>45</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>28</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Moreno</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>46</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>13</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>25</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>2</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>6</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Caldwell</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>6</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>4</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>2</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Tamme</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>6</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>6</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Clark</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>4</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>3</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>1</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Green</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>27</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>4</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>20</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>3</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Ball</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>28</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>12</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>11</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>3</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>2</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="106">
<p>Hillman</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>2</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>1</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>1</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="78">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
<p></p>
<p>- Notice the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.milehighreport.com/">Broncos</a> only ran the ball eleven times in 11 personnel? (Wes Welker's counts). It would appear that they ran the ball anywhere from 20-26 times from 12 personnel (33 possible snaps--Tamme and Green added together).</p>
<p>- Moreno got the lions share of snaps and opportunities while Ball was the other RB they went to. Hillman was nonexistent.</p>
<p>- Caldwell continues to make the most out of his very limited opportunities hauling in a nice sideline catch down the field.</p>
<h4>Defense</h4>
<p></p>
<table border="1" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Player</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>Total</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>Run</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>Rush</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>Coverage</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Wolfe</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>61</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>15</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>45</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>1</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Vickerson</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>29</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>9</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>20</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Knighton</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>28</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>11</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>17</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Phillips</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>48</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>12</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>33</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>3</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Irving</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>16</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>8</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>1</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>7</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Woodyard</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>71</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>18</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>12</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>41</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Trevathan</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>51</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>16</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>9</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>26</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Ihenacho</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>63</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>17</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>7</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>39</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Moore</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>77</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>17</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>60</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>DRC</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>71</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>16</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>55</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Harris Jr.</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>79</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>19</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>5</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>55</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Unrein</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>22</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>7</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>15</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Jackson</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>32</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>6</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>26</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Williams</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>19</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>4</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>15</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Robinson</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>8</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>1</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>7</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Ayers</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>59</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>11</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>43</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>5</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Lenon</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>2</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>2</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>0</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Carter</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>63</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>11</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>52</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Adams</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>36</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>4</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>2</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>30</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Bruton</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>28</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>4</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>3</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>21</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top" width="129">
<p>Webster</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="51">
<p>6</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="42">
<p>1</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="54">
<p>0</p>
</td>
<td valign="top" width="84">
<p>5</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
<p></p>
<p>- With the talented receiving corps of the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bigblueview.com/">Giants</a>, the Broncos ran their subpackages predominantly on Sunday. Notice that <span>Nate Irving</span> only has 16 defensive snaps. This also supports Del Rio's use of Ayers and Phillips more as OLB in an odd front scheme.</p>
<p>- Notice the extensive use of Dime packages and different safety rotations as <span>David Bruton</span> had 28 defensive snaps to go along with Mike Adams' 36 defensive snaps.</p>
<p>- DT is truly a rotation with hybrid player Malik Jackson getting the most snaps with 32. The rest of the front is pretty evenly disbursed with Vickerson (29), Knighton (28), Unrein (22), and Williams (19) within 10 snaps of each other.</p>
<h4>Special Teams</h4>
<p>No numbers here, but note these players (they are the only ones to get snaps):</p>
<p>Bruton, Holliday, Irving, Johnson, Lenon, Robinson, Tamme, Webster, Woodyard, Prater, Colquitt, Brewer.</p>
<h4>Pass Rush</h4>
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=66960X1641777&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.profootballfocus.com%2Fblog%2F2013%2F09%2F16%2Frefo-den-nyg-week-2%2F&referrer=sbnation.com&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milehighreport.com%2F2013%2F9%2F17%2F4739662%2Fdenver-broncos-v-new-york-giants-snap-counts" rel="sponsored nofollow noopener">(via Pro Football Focus)</a></p>
<blockquote>
<p>With Denver missing <b>Von Miller</b> it's natural to ask where the pass-rush will be coming from. Some speculated that <b>Shaun Phillips</b> would pick up the slack, or maybe <b><span>Derek Wolfe</span></b> would be the biggest impact, but the truth is Denver knows they can't replace Miller's production with any one player, and they're setting about replacing it from everywhere. They used 21 players on defense during the game, and 16 of them rushed the passer at some stage. Of those 16 players, only <b>Nate Irving</b>, who rushed just once, failed to record any pressure at all. Denver had fifteen members of its defense register pressure. The Giants' line remains questionable, but the point is that Denver is replacing <span>Von Miller's</span> pass rush not with any one player, or with a defensive line of shared rushing responsibility, but by getting the entire defense involved in bringing the heat.</p>
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<h4>Coverage</h4>
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=66960X1641777&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.profootballfocus.com%2Fblog%2F2013%2F09%2F16%2Frefo-den-nyg-week-2%2F&referrer=sbnation.com&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milehighreport.com%2F2013%2F9%2F17%2F4739662%2Fdenver-broncos-v-new-york-giants-snap-counts" rel="sponsored nofollow noopener">(via Pro Football Focus)</a></p>
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<p>The Broncos actually played pretty well against the Giants' receivers on the back end but were the victim of some extremely tough officiating when it came to their coverage. All three of their top corners were flagged in this game, with the trio combining for six penalties with some of them falling firmly into the ‘questionable' category. Aside from those flags, they were actually pretty successful in coverage, each picking off a pass and only Chris Harris failing to break up a pass in addition to his pick. Denver will be hoping for some more favorable officiating going forward, but despite come costly penalties they will be pleased how their coverage unit held up without their star man<b> Champ Bailey</b>, even if <span>Eli Manning</span> did finish with the inflated tally of 362 yards after chasing the game.</p>
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<h5></h5>
<p>That's it for snap counts this week MHR, cheers!</p>
https://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/17/4739662/denver-broncos-v-new-york-giants-snap-countsBronco Mike2013-09-16T18:00:06-06:002013-09-16T18:00:06-06:00Game Balls: Broncos at Giants
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<p>When the Denver Broncos win, the MHR staff gives out game balls! And win the Broncos did, to the tune of <a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/15/4734482/broncos-giants-final-score-manning-bowl-2013">41-23 drubbing of the New York Giants</a>. Take it away fellas...</p> <h4>Knowshon Moreno</h4>
<p>Although he didn't get to meet the 100-yard milestone, Knowshon Moreno was undeniable in his pursuit of the end zone. Cap that off with his drive sustaining fumble recovery off of the <span>Demaryius Thomas</span> catch/fumble, which Moreno then turned into a 20-yard touchdown. The <a href="https://www.milehighreport.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Denver Broncos</a> showed that they do have a running game albeit meager, but have found it much easier to advance the ball on the ground with a two tight end set, than a three receiver set. Moreno's trade market will never be hotter than it is this Monday morning. However, he currently looks like the only running back on the Broncos who is worth his weight. <b>- Ian Henson</b></p>
<p>Knowshon Moreno. Had 107 total yards from scrimmage, two touchdowns and showed why he deserved that starting job, running successfully behind a line that didn't open a lot of holes, as <span>Montee Ball</span> discovered. Oh and 7.2 yards per carry doesn't hurt either! <b>- Topher Doll </b></p>
<h4>Eric Decker</h4>
<p>A big bounce back week for Eric Decker! Lead the Broncos in targets(13) and catches. Decker finished the night with 9 catches for 87 yards. With a relatively quiet night from both <span>Wes Welker</span> and DT, It was huge for Decker to step up. Just shows that this offense is stacked with weapons, and each week one of them is bound for a big game. Fun time to watch this Broncos offense! <b>- Scott Payne</b></p>
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<h2>Final Score: Broncos 41, Giants 23</h2>
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<li><a href="%E2%80%9Dhttp://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4737514/ryan-clady-injury-lisfranc-foot-broncos%E2%80%9D">Ryan Clady injury</a></li>
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<h4>Tony Carter</h4>
<p>With Champ Bailey sidelined for the second consecutive week, somebody had to step up at cornerback. Denver's secondary responded, with Tony Carter stepping up. Teaming up with Chris Harris Jr. and <span>Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie</span> at the cornerback position, Carter held his own in one-on-one coverage, tipping a pass that Harris intercepted and later recording his own interception. Carter did allow a few big catch and runs here and there, but this secondary has adopted a bend but don't break mentality, a description that fits Carter well. The future is bright for Denver's young group of defensive backs. <b>- Jon Heath </b></p>
<h4>Chris Harris Jr.</h4>
<p>Chris Harris gets my game ball. He had maybe the toughest task of the evening... He had to shut down Victor Cruz. He did about as good a job as humanly possible tonight. Oh, and that was NOT Pass Interference! I'm saying it right now, Chris Harris is a Top 5 Cornerback in the NFL. You couldn't name me 5 corners where there wouldn't be an argument about Harris deserving to be in there. <b>- Pete Baron </b></p>
<h4>Peyton Manning</h4>
<p>Welcome to MVP Airlines, your pilot today will be Sir Peyton Manning. The guy has scored 9 touchdowns in two games. Add that to the fact that the Broncos have scored 90 points in their first two games as well. A lot of offensive records are going to fall this season and Peyton Manning is going to lead the way. <b>- David East </b></p>
<h4>Defensive Front</h4>
<p>I'll go with Broncos front four. While they didn't register a sack (Trev had the only one of the night) they held the <a href="https://www.bigblueview.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Giants</a> run game to 1.2 yards per carry and Eli was never comfortable in the pocket and it showed, missing a number of open receivers. He was put on his butt at least 5 times and was harassed all night. So while those who only look at sacks may say Ayers, Wolfe, Jackson, Knighton, Unrein and Vickerson had a bad game, I'll bet Eli and the running backs would beg to differ. <b>- Topher Doll </b></p>
<h4>Honorable Mentions</h4>
<p>Julius Thomas was held in check nearly the entire game, but when the Denver Broncos needed a score in a close game he found his opportunity to shine and would not be denied. The game that was within reach early in the fourth quarter was put away for good with that touchdown score.</p>
<p>I'd also like to shout to <span>Trindon Holliday</span> because his punt return for a touchdown that sealed the deal was a thing of beauty. Pretty much the best mid-season pickup in NFL history right there. - <b>Tim Lynch</b></p>
<p><i>Your game balls in the poll and comments.</i></p>
<h4>More from Mile High Report:</h4>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4737902/broncos-41-giants-23-making-the-grade?utm_source=milehighreport&utm_medium=nextclicks&utm_campaign=blogs">Broncos 41, Giants 23: Making the Grade</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4735184/stat-tracker-denver-broncos-qb-peyton-manning-on-historic-pace?utm_source=milehighreport&utm_medium=nextclicks&utm_campaign=blogs">Stat Tracker: Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning on Historic Pace</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4737718/denver-broncos-signings-denver-announces-two-year-extension-with?utm_source=milehighreport&utm_medium=nextclicks&utm_campaign=blogs">Denver Broncos Signings: Team Reaches Two-Year Extension with Tackle Chris Clark</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4737514/ryan-clady-injury-lisfranc-foot-broncos?utm_source=milehighreport&utm_medium=nextclicks&utm_campaign=blogs">Ryan Clady injury rumored to be Lisfranc foot sprain, with no timetable on return</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4735040/denver-broncos-chasing-nfls-win-streak-and-scoring-records?utm_source=milehighreport&utm_medium=nextclicks&utm_campaign=blogs">Denver Broncos chasing NFL's win streak and scoring records</a></li>
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https://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4738544/denver-broncos-41-new-york-giants-23-mhr-game-ballsTim Lynch2013-09-16T17:21:02-06:002013-09-16T17:21:02-06:00Injury Bug: Duke and Ayers are OK!
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<p>It was a disastrous 4th quarter for sure. Ryan Clady, Duke Ihenacho, and Robert Ayers <a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/15/4734930/injuries-ihenacho-ayers-clady-hurt-in-broncos-41-23-win-over-giants" target="new">all went down with injuries</a> late with the game already in hand. </p> <p>We've learned today that <span>Ryan Clady</span> will be out for a significant amount of time with a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4737514/ryan-clady-injury-lisfranc-foot-broncos">lisfranc foot injury</a>. After that piece of terrible news, the football Gods graced us with a bit of a respite from their wrath:</p>
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<p>Im fine RT <a href="https://twitter.com/chris4428">@chris4428</a>: <a href="https://twitter.com/1_900_ayersjr">@1_900_ayersjr</a> are you good to go for MNF ? You came off injured</p>
— <span>Robert Ayers</span> Jr (@1_900_ayersjr) <a href="https://twitter.com/1_900_ayersjr/statuses/379667050194821120">September 16, 2013</a>
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<p>Ankle is fine everyone. I'm definitely playing on MNF!</p>
— <span>Duke Ihenacho</span> (@NachoLyfe) <a href="https://twitter.com/NachoLyfe/statuses/379628151631925248">September 16, 2013</a>
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<p>I think it is fair to trust each player's assessment of their own body and it looks like both will be ready to go next Monday night against the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/oakland-raiders">Raiders</a>.</p>
<p>Both players have played key roles on a defense that has stymied the run, been adequate against the pass, and more importantly have been exceptional on 3rd downs and in the redzone.</p>
<p>Personally, I think the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.milehighreport.com/">Broncos</a> should sign <span>Tim Tebow</span> just as a good luck charm, he's got good mojo right?</p>
<p>Broncos Country, it is imperative that you avoid stepping on cracks as you walk on the sidewalk, drive the other way if a black cat crosses your path, remember to make the sign of the crucifix as you pass graveyards, and avoid changing your underwear all week. Do all of those (that last one especially) and the football Gods will smile upon our players.</p>
<p>If another player goes down with a serious injury, MHR will have to talk Bronco Mike down from the ledge. Seriously, enough already!</p>
<p>GO BRONCOS!!!</p>
https://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4738582/denver-broncos-injury-update-robert-ayers-and-duke-ihenacho-are-fineBronco Mike2013-09-16T16:00:07-06:002013-09-16T16:00:07-06:00Broncos 41, Giants 23: Making the Grade
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<p>Poll time: How did the Broncos look to you in their <a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/15/4734482/broncos-giants-final-score-manning-bowl-2013">Week Two victory over the New York Giants</a>?</p> <h3>Positives</h3>
<p> </p>
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<li>The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.milehighreport.com/">Broncos</a> won by a wide margin. At the end of the day, that is all that matters, and a three-score victory in the NFL is something to appreciate and celebrate.</li>
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<h2>Broncos 41, Giants 23 FINAL</h2>
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<li><a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/15/4734482/broncos-giants-final-score-manning-bowl-2013">Recap</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/15/4734930/injuries-ihenacho-ayers-clady-hurt-in-broncos-41-23-win-over-giants">Injury Report</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4737514/ryan-clady-injury-lisfranc-foot-broncos">Clady could miss 6 weeks</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/15/4734864/broncos-41-giants-23-instant-reactions">Instant Reactions</a></li>
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<li>The Broncos scored 41 points, putting their two-week average at 45 points, on pace to break NFL records.</li>
<li>The running game found its groove behind the impressive performance of Knowshon Moreno (93 yards and two touchdowns), with 109 rushing yards for the day.</li>
<li>The Broncos defense was dominant, forcing four turnovers while giving up only one third down conversion on 11 <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bigblueview.com/">Giants</a> attempts.</li>
<li>The run defense in particular was a point of strength, holding Giants runners to 23 yards on 19 attempts (1.2 average).</li>
<li>The offensive line gave <span>Peyton Manning</span> a clean pocket all day; despite a few pressures and hits, they allowed no sacks to Peyton Manning.</li>
</ul>
<h3><span>Negatives</span></h3>
<ul>
<li>Another slow start. The Giants were up 3-0 at the end of the first quarter, and the Broncos were only up 10-9 at halftime.</li>
<li>13 penalties for 132 yards was egregiously bad, referee stupidity notwithstanding.</li>
<li>While <span>Knowshon Moreno's</span> 7.1-yard rushing average was impressive, other Broncos runners were less so, giving the group an average of 3.8 ypc. Montee Ball's first quarter goal line fumble adds to the concern of Denver's running back depth.</li>
<li>Dropped passes were points of frustration throughout the game. <span>Eric Decker</span> had nine catches on 13 targets while <span>Wes Welker</span> had three receptions on nine targets. I expect both will be getting notes on their lockers from Peyton Manning this week.</li>
<li>Only one sack by the Broncos, by <span>Danny Trevathan</span> - the defensive line needs to get better at getting to the quarterback.</li>
</ul>
<p><em>How would you grade the Broncos' Week Two performance? Take the poll and dish it out in the comments!</em></p>
https://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4737902/broncos-41-giants-23-making-the-gradekmonty2013-09-16T14:00:06-06:002013-09-16T14:00:06-06:00Manning Will Break Records in 2013
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<p>At his current pace, Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning is set to shatter NFL records.</p> <p>Lest we get too far ahead of ourselves, we must clarify that we are only two weeks into the 2013 NFL season. A lot can happen between now and the end of the season.</p>
<p>And a lot of records will be broken.</p>
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<h2>Denver Broncos chasing NFL's win streak and scoring records</h2>
<img alt="Peyton Manning" src="http://cdn1.sbnation.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/19636491/180661358.0_standard_400.0.jpg"></a> <span>The Denver Broncos are on pace to break the NFL's scoring single season record and have a shot at breaking the regular season record of 23 consecutive games.</span>
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<p>On Sunday, <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.milehighreport.com/">Denver Broncos</a> quarterback <span>Peyton Manning</span> went 30-of-43 for 307 yards and two touchdowns in a <a target="_blank" href="http://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/15/4734482/broncos-giants-final-score-manning-bowl-2013">41-23 win</a> over the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bigblueview.com/">New York Giants</a> and his younger brother, <span>Eli Manning</span>. Manning's performance gave him nine touchdowns on the year following his seven-touchdown showing in Week 1, which earned him FedEx Air Player of the Week honors.</p>
<p>According to the team, Manning is now the first player in NFL history that has thrown for nine touchdowns and no interceptions through the first two games of a season. Manning also continued his fifteen-game streak of having a passer rating of 90.0 or better.</p>
<p>On the year, Manning has now thrown for 769 yards. Manning is on pace to throw for 6,152 yards and 72 touchdowns this season.</p>
<p>The NFL record for most passing yards in a season is 5,476, which was set by <span>Drew Brees</span> in 2011. The record for most passing touchdowns in a season is 50, which was set by <span>Tom Brady</span> in 2007 (Manning had 49 in 2004).</p>
<p>We obviously do not expect Manning to actually throw for more than 70 touchdowns this season, but with a multitude of receiving options on offense and <span>Knowshon Moreno</span> emerging as a runner, Denver's offense will be hard to stop in 2013. As a result, we <i>will be seeing records broken</i> by Manning and the Broncos this year.</p>
https://www.milehighreport.com/2013/9/16/4735184/stat-tracker-denver-broncos-qb-peyton-manning-on-historic-paceJon Heath