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(Message started by: StegRock on Feb 27th, 2009, 11:24pm)
Title: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Feb 27th, 2009, 11:24pm
Broncos heap it on... according to "The REAL Feed":

Report: Broncos add depth to backfield, sign Buckhalter, Arrington (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4215910)
The Sports Network: NFL (27.02.2009 19:49)

Report: Broncos nab perennial Pro Bowl safety Dawkins (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4215921)
The Sports Network: NFL (27.02.2009 20:10)

From a fantasy perspective, I am most intrigued by the Arrington signing.  I think he could very well emerge as Denver's go-to tailback.  After all, with Shanahan gone, so is his brand of RBBC.  Thoughts?  Agree/Disagree?
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Feb 28th, 2009, 4:56pm
Donkos [smiley=broncofan.gif] go out and get more help on D... according to "The REAL Feed":

Sources: Andra Davis agrees with Denver Broncos on three-year deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3942161&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (28.02.2009 14:19)
The Denver Broncos continued their torrid pace of additions to the roster Saturday by reaching a two-year deal with Browns linebacker Andra Davis and an a three-year, $6.8 million deal for Colts defensive tackle Darrell Reid, according to sources.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 1st, 2009, 7:06pm
DRAMA... [smiley=deal.gif] From "The REAL Feed":

CUTLER 'UPSET' WITH TRADE RUMOURS (http://www.sportinglife.com/nfl/news/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=American_Football/09/03/01/GRIDIRON_USA-Denver.html)
Sporting Life: NFL (01.03.2009 16:55)
Jay Cutler is "upset" after learning Denver had included his name in trade talks this weekend.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 1st, 2009, 9:08pm

on 03/01/09 at 19:06:02, StegRock wrote:
DRAMA... [smiley=deal.gif] From "The REAL Feed":

CUTLER 'UPSET' WITH TRADE RUMOURS (http://www.sportinglife.com/nfl/news/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=American_Football/09/03/01/GRIDIRON_USA-Denver.html)
Sporting Life: NFL (01.03.2009 16:55)
Jay Cutler is "upset" after learning Denver had included his name in trade talks this weekend.


"Infuriated" and "fed up" the headlines now say... on "The REAL Feed":

Jay Cutler infuriated by rumors of Denver Broncos' trades (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3944555&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (01.03.2009 19:58)
Trade talks involving Jay Cutler have strained the relationship between the Denver Broncos' franchise quarterback and new coach Josh McDaniels.

Broncos' Cutler fed up with double-trade rumors (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/03/01/cutler.broncos.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (01.03.2009 20:10)
Trade talks involving Jay Cutler have strained the relationship between the Denver Broncos' franchise quarterback and new coach Josh McDaniels.

As a football, NFL and Broncos fan, I just have to get this off my chest...  While I don't think this is the ideal way for things to get kicked off between the new regime and their field general, how do you think Jake felt, Jay?  Point being, I would like to suggest to Mr. Cutler to rise above this by reflecting on how Jake Plummer felt back in 2006.  Chap was so blown away that he left football entirely.  ...  Get over it, Jay, and, to boot, stop with the comparisons with Elway!
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 2nd, 2009, 5:20pm
Let me grab that soap box back from Jay,... and point out another way in which the Broncos aerial attack is under assault...  From "The REAL Feed":

Broncos' Marshall cleared of charge not with NFL (http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=news/sports/pro/football&sa=NFL&eid=3945483)
KABC: Sports (02.03.2009 12:55)

[smiley=no.gif]
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by Philly on Mar 3rd, 2009, 3:23pm

on 02/27/09 at 23:24:48, StegRock wrote:
From a fantasy perspective, I am most intrigued by the Arrington signing.  I think he could very well emerge as Denver's go-to tailback.  After all, with Shanahan gone, so is his brand of RBBC.  Thoughts?  Agree/Disagree?


McDaniel never really had a workhorse back in New England... there was always a shared workload, especially with Faulk catching passes out of the backfield.

The thing that makes this frustrating is that they still have capable guys like Ryan Torain, Peyton Hillis, Selvin Young, and, to a lesser extent, Andre Hall, Michael Pittman, Tatum Bell, and Cory Boyd in the fold.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 3rd, 2009, 4:45pm

on 03/03/09 at 15:23:14, Philly wrote:
McDaniel never really had a workhorse back in New England... there was always a shared workload, especially with Faulk catching passes out of the backfield.

The thing that makes this frustrating is that they still have capable guys like Ryan Torain, Peyton Hillis, Selvin Young, and, to a lesser extent, Andre Hall, Michael Pittman, Tatum Bell, and Cory Boyd in the fold.


While I not only don't disagree with your general frustration with the situation, [smiley=frustrated.gif] Phil,... I absolutely feel your pain,... [smiley=bawling.gif] the Patriots' and McDaniels's rotating backfield, at least this past season, was largely attributable to injuries.  But, even with that said, (it seemed to me that) very unlike Shanahan's Broncos, somehow McDaniels and the Patriots did it in a way that every week there was one (if not two) back(s) that would have a predictably good/decent week.  Also,... a note,... I think Tatum Bell was cut.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 3rd, 2009, 8:09pm
The latest on the Cutler saga... [smiley=violin.gif] from "The REAL Feed":

Cutler-McDaniels meeting planned for next week (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d80f0ddf2&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (03.03.2009 18:41)
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 5th, 2009, 2:48am
WTF!?!?  I kind of like this move... as I like Jordan in a Broncos-Patriots offense, but... still... WTF!?!?  From "The REAL Feed":

Broncos sign free-agent RB Jordan (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d80f13250&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (04.03.2009 20:11)
The Denver Broncos on Wednesday signed unrestricted free-agent running back LaMont Jordan. Terms of the deal weren't disclosed.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 5th, 2009, 3:25pm
Dealin' in Denver continues...  Cutler may not be goin', but there is another under-center slinger in town... according to "The REAL Feed":

Report: Denver signs QB Simms (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4217301)
The Sports Network: NFL (05.03.2009 03:43)
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 11th, 2009, 12:20am
Cutler, McDaniels,... what was supposed to be... [smiley=ragin.gif] supposedly turned into... [smiley=arguing.gif] according to "The REAL Feed":

Source: Jay Cutler's situation with Denver Broncos worsens (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3968896&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (10.03.2009 21:34)
After a contentious conference call between quarterback Jay Cutler and the Broncos' brass Monday the situation has gone "from bad to worse" according to a source.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by BarnabyWilde on Mar 13th, 2009, 3:44pm
Pat Bowlen must have gotten ahold of some of Jerry Jones' koolaid. He has got a mess on his hands now.

If it were me, this is what I'd do:

Send Cutler to Detroit for their #1.  Trade their #1 for additional picks. Smack Marshall upside his head and tell him he's next to be shipped out of town if he does not straighten up. Guy is a moron. Then, sign Byron Leftwich. He's only 29 and can still play 5-6 more years.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 14th, 2009, 3:37pm
Well, BW, everybody, here's the latest surreal nugget in this soap opera...  From "The REAL Feed":

Cutler's Denver area home on market for $2M (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/03/14/cutler.house.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (14.03.2009 12:52)
DENVER (AP) -- The Denver Broncos insist quarterback Jay Cutler isn't on the market. His house, though, is another matter.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by Drew Rosenhaus on Mar 16th, 2009, 8:34am
New Cutler Drama:

1) He is officially requesting a trade (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3983805)
2) His parents home is up for sale (http://www.jocklife.net/news/nfl/cutlers-parents-denver-home-sale-17130)

My 2¢ in this mess - Cutler has taken this WAY too hard. He will be moved and he will end up in a potentially rotten situation. It will be time for him to grow up at his next stop or whine himself out of the league - his choice entirely (DET, MN, CLE?, CHI, TB).
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 16th, 2009, 3:27pm
Thanks for the LOCAL updates, guys. [smiley=bow.gif] Here's ALL the latest rolling [smiley=rollin.gif] off "The REAL Feed":

Meeting with Josh McDaniels, GM backfires, Jay Cutler asks Denver Broncos for trade (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3983805)
ESPN: NFL (15.03.2009 23:16)
Denver Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler said Sunday night that he will not report to the team's first meeting on Monday and has formally asked to be traded.

Peter King: Cutler's time as Bronco nearing end (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/writers/peter_king/03/15/union/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (16.03.2009 10:49)
An NFL relationship doomed to fail and thoughts on new union head.

Cutler a no-show at first Broncos team meeting (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/03/16/broncos.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (16.03.2009 12:34)
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) -- Jay Cutler was a no-show on Monday for coach Josh McDaniels' first team meeting and the start of the Denver Broncos' offseason workouts amid reports he's asked to be traded.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 17th, 2009, 5:54pm
A new breed of drama queen plus opportunist plus fame seeker is being born out of the treacherous womb of sports agency...  It seems like the main problem here may be neither Cutler nor McDaniels, but rather this moron,... ironically, but appropriately named "Banks"... [smiley=greedy.gif] From "The REAL Feed":

Don Banks: Cutler's agent has history of cooking up trouble (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/writers/don_banks/03/17/cook/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (17.03.2009 14:52)
A high-profile QB having a public breakup with a team? We've seen this movie before, says SI.com's Don Banks, and one man's had a starring role each time.

Can't we just educate athletes enough so they can represent themselves (LIKE THE REST OF US), saving all parties involved a bunch of money, and we can rid the planet of this all-too-lucrative, but, nevertheless, bottom-feeder profession!!!
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 19th, 2009, 2:01am
Let's just keep the drama [smiley=dramaqueen.gif] rolling [smiley=rollin.gif] in... [smiley=kb.gif][smiley=bonghit.gif] from "The REAL Feed":

Denver Broncos RB Correll Buckhalter denies buying drugs (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3994452)
ESPN: NFL (18.03.2009 18:16)
Correll Buckhalter denies he was involved with an alleged drug dealer who is on trial in Pennsylvania, according to his agent.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 19th, 2009, 3:33pm
Cutler's angst has origins early than thought...  From "The REAL Feed":

Broncos' owner, Cutler's agent sound off on drama in Denver (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d80f54761&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (19.03.2009 11:46)
After hearing what Broncos owner Pat Bowlen and Jay Cutler's agent, Bus Cook, had to say, one thing is very apparent: This situation began unraveling quicker than most knew.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 20th, 2009, 5:17pm
Buckhalter looks to maybe be off the hook...  From "The REAL Feed":

Buckhalter not sold drugs, claims alleged dealer (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/03/20/buckhalter.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (20.03.2009 14:34)
MEDIA, Pa. (AP) -- An alleged drug dealer in suburban Philadelphia testified that he did not sell marijuana to Denver Broncos running back Correll Buckhalter.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 23rd, 2009, 8:31pm
The latest rhetoric coming out of the Broncos camp on Cutler... rollin' [smiley=rollin.gif] off "The REAL Feed":

McDaniels on Cutler: 'He's our quarterback (http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/nfl/broncos/2009-03-23-mcdaniels-comments_N.htm?csp=34)
USA TODAY: Sports (23.03.2009 18:51)
The Broncos may be listening to offers for disgruntled quarterback Jay Cutler at the NFL owners meetings this week. If coach ...
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 24th, 2009, 4:15pm
Another day, another day in the Cutler saga...  From "The REAL Feed":

McDaniels: Broncos ruling out no Cutler options (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/03/24/broncos.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (24.03.2009 13:31)
DANA POINT, Calif. (AP) -- Broncos coach Josh McDaniels says the team is committed to Jay Cutler as Denver's quarterback. Still, he says no options -- including trades -- are being ruled out.

A couple comments I have on this vis-a-vis today's developments...

First, McDaniels is NO great communicator.  Very inarticulate and thoughtful in his words.  Watching the tapes of McDaniels speaking at the NFL meetings was excruciating.  I can see how he's made this situation worse, and he is evidently clueless as to how to make it better.

Second, the media's focusing on McDaniels's use of the word "if" is going to result in Cutler's hearing nothing else but the word "if" when, truth be said, I think McDaniels didn't mean much by it.  He was just talking very generally, and he just said "if" in the natural flow of his speaking.  That said, per the above, he needs to learn how to think his words through better.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 31st, 2009, 10:58pm
Well, it's lookin' like... [smiley=wavinbye.gif], Jay...  UN-believable!  From "The REAL Feed":

Broncos plan to trade quarterback Cutler (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/writers/peter_king/03/31/Cutler.Broncos/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (31.03.2009 21:31)
Apparently convinced that their split with Jay Cutler is irreconcible, the Broncos have decided to pursue a trade for their disgruntled quarterback before the April 25 draft.

This is the bad "karma" I, literally, felt the Broncos brought upon themselves when they showed a lack of patience with and screwed Jake Plummer by moving up to draft this snot-nose Vanderbilt brat.  That same offseason they accrued more bad "karma" with what they did to Ron Dayne.  Somewhere (under Shanahan) the Broncos lost their humanity, which is what I perceived they had and always liked about them, in favor of hardcore business.  They'd have won under Plummer eventually.  They actually already were winning.  And, Dayne would have run well in their system and given them a good three or so years, better than what they wound up with in any event!  The whole thing SUCKS and truly puts my love for the Broncos to the test... :-/
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by DOLFAN on Mar 31st, 2009, 11:33pm
I say GOOD FOR CUTLER!!! Josh McDaniels is a lying piece of shit, just like his cheating lying, yet very successful mentor from New England. I feel that Josh suffers from classic "Napolian Syndrom", and he came in way too cocky. I don't blame him for wanting "his guy", but handled it just like a rokkie coach.
This is bad news for the broncos, they caused this chaos and now must suffer the brunt of their new coaches cocky ass lying decisions.
On a lighter note, the already have the Wrs for any decent Qb to come in and perform well. Maybe they can go for Quinn, Anderson, John Beck, or maybe we will finally see Chris Simms get his fair shot to be a legit player in this league...Only time will tell. They are also in a great position to get one of the top QBs in the draft, which is what I think they will do.
Both Cutler, and McDaniels handled this poorly. So here we are again with the Broncos looking for the heir aparent to HOF Elway...Maybe this is coming full circle for Elway being a total dick  [smiley=drip.gif] when the Colts drafted him back in '83, and then forced them to trade him to the Broncos.
Good luck in your search for another QB Josh, I personally hope you have the same results Charley in Notre Dame. You dumbass!

Bronco Fans I am not slamming you, just your dickhead coach.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 1st, 2009, 3:14pm
What a bunch of April fools... [smiley=dunce.gif] ... [smiley=gimmeabreak.gif] Maybe that's what this is on Bowlen's part,... an April Fool's joke...  "ASS-u-me-ing it...snot," I think this editorial-type piece off "The REAL Feed" tells the story, explains the plot and the "characters", [smiley=drillsergeant.gif] ... [smiley=crybaby.gif] rather well...

Line of Scrimmage: What Now For Cutler, Broncos? (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4223584)
The Sports Network: NFL (01.04.2009 13:31)
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 2nd, 2009, 4:56pm
Is it me, or are things going from bad to worse in Denver this offseason?  From "The REAL Feed":

Broncos WR Brandon Marshall to miss offseason workouts following hip surgery (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4035666)
ESPN: NFL (02.04.2009 04:10)
Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall will be out for the rest of the offseason workouts after undergoing hip surgery.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 2nd, 2009, 6:12pm
Denver jettisons [smiley=crybaby.gif] Cutler to Chicago, get helmsman Orton, picks in return...  From "The REAL Feed":

Chicago Bears acquire Jay Cutler from Denver Broncos (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4037373)
ESPN: NFL (02.04.2009 17:43)
he Chicago Bears pulled the big upset Thursday afternoon by acquiring Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler, a source said and the Broncos confirmed.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by DOLFAN on Apr 2nd, 2009, 8:46pm
This is great for the Broncos. Orton is serviceable, and they can still get Sanchez or Freeman if they want. It finally turned out to be a Win/Win for all sides.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 6th, 2009, 9:25pm
In contrast to the whiner [smiley=crybaby.gif] Cutler, Orton and Simms plan to duel it out for the starting gig like gentlemen... [smiley=duel.gif] according to "The REAL Feed":

Orton, Simms excited to compete for Broncos' starting QB job (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d80fa33c2&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (06.04.2009 19:55)
Broncos coach Josh McDaniels said Kyle Orton and Chris Simms will have to earn theright to replace Jay Cutler.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 18th, 2009, 11:43pm
Relative mundane news here compared to the usual this offseason in Donkeyland...  Hillis says he'll still be in the tailback mix... From "The REAL Feed":

Hillis understands Denver's backfield situation (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/04/18/hillis.broncos.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (18.04.2009 18:52)
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) -- Peyton Hillis understands why the Denver Broncos brought in a bushel of tailbacks this winter.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 30th, 2009, 8:56pm
What an unexpected quick rise to fame followed by a just as rapid fall from grace...  From "The REAL Feed":

Broncos release Young after signing and drafting four running backs (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d81015c31&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (30.04.2009 18:16)
Again flush with running backs on their roster, the Denver Broncos announced Thursday that they have waived Selvin Young. He started eight games last season, when the Broncos struggled with injuries at the running back position, and finished with 729 rushing yards and one touchdown.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on May 8th, 2009, 5:23pm
Insatiable...  Currently topping "The REAL Feed":

Broncos sign free agent RB Walker to be part of backfield mix (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d81037c5d&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (08.05.2009 16:55)
The Denver Broncos have signed free agent runningback Darius Walker.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on May 31st, 2009, 9:29pm
Could Marshall be sidelined to start the season for smacking around his girlfriend?  Perhaps, according to this piece rolling [smiley=rollin.gif] off "The REAL Feed":

Broncos' Marshall denies allegations (http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=4219131&categoryid=3286128&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (31.05.2009 11:35)
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jun 2nd, 2009, 10:57pm
Marshall gets off (and I don't mean... [smiley=pudwhacker.gif], gutterminds)... ;) From "The REAL Feed":

Broncos WR Marshall will not be suspended for latest run-in with law (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d810a0c51&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (02.06.2009 20:09)
Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall is free to play the entire 2009 season, provided that his surgically repaired hip allows it.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jun 3rd, 2009, 8:40pm
Note that despite earlier reports Marshall is still not all the way out of the woods...  Currently topping "The REAL Feed":

Broncos WR Marshall still has legal issues to sort out before 2009 season (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d810a5f89&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (03.06.2009 20:21)
Although the league decided that Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall won't face a suspension over his March arrest in Atlanta for fighting with his fiancee, he still has a legal cloud hanging over him as he rehabilitates from hip surgery.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jun 7th, 2009, 6:00am
Marshall's other legal matters put on delay...  Currently from atop "The REAL Feed":

Denver Broncos receiver Brandon Marshall's trial pushed back to August (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4238587&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (07.06.2009 01:09)
Troubled Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall will not stand trial next week for two misdemeanor battery charges in Atlanta.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jun 8th, 2009, 10:22pm
I don't know...  Especially if Marshall continues to have/run into trouble, I'm not so sure this once highly touted player couldn't surprise in Denver this year. [smiley=radar.gif] From "The REAL Feed":

Ex-Patriots WR Gaffney comfortable with new Broncos coach's system (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d810b962f&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (08.06.2009 20:11)
Jabar Gaffney sprinted off the line of scrimmage and cut to the corner of the end zone. As he headed to the sideline, the Denver Broncos' wide receiver looked over his left shoulder and gathered in a pass as he kept his feet in play. It was only one play among many Monday, but it was a familiar s...
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jun 12th, 2009, 4:27pm
Marshall AWOL...  From "The REAL Feed":

Brandon Marshall a no-show at Denver Broncos mandatory minicamp (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4254541&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (12.06.2009 14:18)
Brandon Marshall was a no-show at the Broncos' mandatory minicamp on Friday morning, according to a Denver-area report.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jun 13th, 2009, 6:53pm
Not a huge surprise here...  Orton gets the knod...  From atop "The REAL Feed":

Broncos coach McDaniels tabs Orton for starting quarterback (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d810cff84&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (13.06.2009 17:36)
Kyle Orton will be the Denver Broncos' starting quarterback.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jun 17th, 2009, 9:37pm
The meltdown this offseason in Denver in unreal...  The latest saga... [smiley=dramaqueen.gif] from "The REAL Feed":

Marshall posts farewell to Broncos fans on blog (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/06/16/broncos.marshall.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (16.06.2009 21:16)
DENVER (AP) -- Brandon Marshall is saying his good-byes to the Denver Broncos and their fans even as coach Josh McDaniels talks about seeing his holdout Pro Bowl receiver at training camp next month.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jul 27th, 2009, 8:34pm
Marshall in, but the top kiddies [smiley=newbie.gif] remain out... according to reports rolling [smiley=rollin.gif] off "The REAL Feed":

Brandon Marshall reports to Denver Broncos training camp (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp09/news/story?id=4359019&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (27.07.2009 12:33)
Disgruntled Pro Bowl receiver Brandon Marshall lived up to his word Monday by arriving for the start of the Denver Broncos training camp, a team source said.

First-round picks Moreno, Ayers miss Broncos' first camp workout (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d81180031&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (27.07.2009 18:25)
First-round draft picks Knowshon Moreno and Robert Ayers were no shows Monday when the Denver Broncos gathered for their first training-camp workout.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 2nd, 2009, 9:27pm
Marshall's got a hammy... according to "The REAL Feed":

Broncos WR Marshall tweaks left hamstring, but his status uncertain (http://www.nfl.com/trainingcamp/story?id=09000d5d8119d45d&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (02.08.2009 17:28)
Disgruntled Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall missed the last hour of practice Sunday after pulling up with an apparent hamstring injury while running a deep sideline route.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 3rd, 2009, 8:24pm
Update on Donkos [smiley=horse.gif] first-rounders... on "The REAL Feed":

Broncos sign pick Ayers; Moreno last one to go[/b][/i] (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/08/03/broncos.ayers.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (03.08.2009 16:51)
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) -- The Denver Broncos reached an agreement with first-round pick Robert Ayers, leaving Knowshon Moreno, the team's top pick, as the only unsigned player from their 10-member draft class.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 5th, 2009, 7:02pm
Dawkins [smiley=eagle.gif] sidelined... according to "The REAL Feed":

Broncos safety Dawkins will miss time with undisclosed injury (http://www.nfl.com/trainingcamp/story?id=09000d5d811af76d&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (05.08.2009 15:53)
Safety Brian Dawkins, a key free-agent addition by the Denver Broncos, will be sidelined for at least several days with an injury suffered during a training-camp practice.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 7th, 2009, 10:14am
Rough day yesterday for Orton, et al... according to "The REAL Feed":

Broncos fans jeer new QB Orton, others during sloppy scrimmage (http://www.nfl.com/trainingcamp/story?id=09000d5d811b7846&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (07.08.2009 00:37)
New Denver Broncos quarterback Kyle Orton didn't receive the warm welcome he anticipated when he made his unofficial debut with the team Thursday night at Invesco Field.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 7th, 2009, 9:36pm
Moreno in... according to "The REAL Feed":

Broncos, first-round pick Moreno agree to five-year, $23 million deal (http://www.nfl.com/trainingcamp/story?id=09000d5d811bc5c2&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (07.08.2009 20:37)
The Denver Broncos announced Friday that they have agreed to terms with Knowshon Moreno, the first running back selected in the NFL draft. A league source told NFL Network's Jason La Canfora that Moreno received a five-year, $23 million contract.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 11th, 2009, 12:35am
I know that the situations are not really analogous, but is this like a David Boston-esque or Javon Walker-esque meltdown to oblivion, or what?  From "The REAL Feed":

Report: Broncos demote Marshall to 2nd team (http://www.fannation.com/si_blogs/nfl_tracker/posts/73681-report-broncos-demote-marshall-to-second-team?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (10.08.2009 16:18)
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 12th, 2009, 11:07pm
Tell me this guy didn't fall from grace before he was even really on the pedestal...  From "The REAL Feed":

Oft-injured RB Torain released after only one season with Broncos (http://www.nfl.com/trainingcamp/story?id=09000d5d811d8746&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (12.08.2009 20:40)
The Denver Broncos have waived oft-injured running back Ryan Torain, who was diagnosed with a strained knee ligament.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 14th, 2009, 4:50pm
Marshall's "adventurous" offseason continues as his legal woes work their way through the judicial system... according to "The REAL Feed":

Jury deliberates case of Denver Broncos receiver Brandon Marshall (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4399768&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (14.08.2009 14:29)
A six-member jury has begun deliberations in the misdemeanor battery trial of Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 14th, 2009, 5:31pm
Marshall off the hook... according to what's currently atop "The REAL Feed":

Broncos' Marshall found not guilty of misdemeanor battery (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d811e4b70&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (14.08.2009 16:56)
A jury in Atlanta has found Denver Broncos widereceiver Brandon Marshall not guilty of misdemeanor battery.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 15th, 2009, 11:39am
Orton...  YIKES!  From "The REAL Feed":

Orton tosses 3 INTs in forgettable Broncos debut (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/football/nfl/scoreboards/2009/08/14/3665_viewcast_recap.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (15.08.2009 00:09)

Isn't the key (for the quarterback) in this new kind of offense to protect the ball???
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 15th, 2009, 4:57pm
One Bronco dodges major injury... [smiley=injury.gif] Another dodges demotion after bad performance... [smiley=dodged.gif] From "The REAL Feed":

Source: Denver Broncos' Knowshon Moreno has slight MCL sprain (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp09/news/story?id=4401336&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (15.08.2009 14:22)
The Denver Broncos, who lost seven tailbacks to injury in 2008, dodged a potential major problem when an MRI test showed that rookie running back Knowshon Moreno has a mild MCL sprain in his knee, a source close to the situation said Saturday.

McDainels, Broncos sticking with Orton after tough debut (http://www.nfl.com/trainingcamp/story?id=09000d5d811eabb4&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (15.08.2009 16:10)
Kyle Orton only needs to worry about correcting hismistakes, not looking over his shoulder.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 18th, 2009, 1:11am
Backdoor meetings taking place... [smiley=deal.gif] From "The REAL Feed":

Sources: Brandon Marshall has meeting with Denver Broncos coach Josh McDaniels (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp09/news/story?id=4406093&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (17.08.2009 22:02)
Brandon Marshall and his agent, Kennard McGuire, met Monday with Broncos coach Josh McDaniels, according to team sources.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 18th, 2009, 9:22pm
Marshall, Broncos... turning into a bad marriage...  From "The REAL Feed":

Marshall upset how Broncos dealt with acquittal (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/08/18/broncos.marshall.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (18.08.2009 19:10)
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) -- Brandon Marshall has one more reason to be miffed at the Denver Broncos.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 19th, 2009, 6:20pm
The saga continues...  From "The REAL Feed":

Denver Broncos' Brandon Marshall says he has trust issues with management (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp09/news/story?id=4409867&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (19.08.2009 13:58)
Brandon Marshall has no problem working with the scout team while he plays his way back into Pro Bowl form. What is bothering him is the way the Denver Broncos handled his acquittal on misdemeanor battery charges last week.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 23rd, 2009, 11:39am
Marshall left behind... according to "The REAL Feed":


Disgrunted Marshall left behind in Denver roadie (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/08/22/broncos.marshall.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (22.08.2009 21:30)
Brandon Marshall's feud with the Broncos continues, with the disgruntled wide receiver left back in Denver while the rest of the team plays in Seattle.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 24th, 2009, 2:36am
Orton makes a come back (as "they" say - he still threw a pick, though :-/)... according to "The REAL Feed":

Hasselbeck on-point for Seahawks; Orton improves for Broncos (http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/recap?game_id=54754&displayPage=tab_recap&season=2009&week=PRE2)
NFL.com (23.08.2009 03:59)
Matt Hasselbeck was even better, hitting on 16 of 23 throws with two touchdowns in his two quarters. He also withstood the first three sacks on his recuperating back in nine months during the Seattle Seahawks' 27-13 preseason victory over the Denver Broncos on Saturday night.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 26th, 2009, 8:27pm
Marshall news... [smiley=dramaqueen.gif] and Simms update... [smiley=injury.gif] roll [smiley=rollin.gif] off "The REAL Feed":

Marshall practices with Broncos, but his preseason debut still uncertain (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d81225152&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (25.08.2009 22:19)
Brandon Marshall is back in the mix offensively at practice, but it remains unclear whether the Denver Broncos' disgruntled wide receiver will make his preseason debut Sunday against the Chicago Bears.

Source: Denver Broncos QB Chris Simms to miss 2-4 weeks (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp09/news/story?id=4423361&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (26.08.2009 09:59)
Denver Broncos backup quarterback Chris Simms sustained a high-ankle sprain, according to a team source, and could be out of action anywhere from two to four weeks.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 5th, 2009, 1:30am
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Marshall left behind... according to "The REAL Feed":


Disgrunted Marshall left behind in Denver roadie (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/08/22/broncos.marshall.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (22.08.2009 21:30)
Brandon Marshall's feud with the Broncos continues, with the disgruntled wide receiver left back in Denver while the rest of the team plays in Seattle.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 5th, 2009, 1:41am
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Marshall's fantasy value has to be taking a hit... at this point...  From "The REAL Feed":

Denver Broncos suspend insubordinate Brandon Marshall (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp09/news/story?id=4428598&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (28.08.2009 12:30)
The NFL has suspended Denver Broncos running back Brandon Marshall for insubordination
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 6th, 2009, 11:58pm
Marshall brought back... presumably for the season opener...  But, will he be ready?  Surely he hasn't been able to develop good timing and a good rapport with (either) Orton (or Simms)...  From "The REAL Feed":

Brandon Marshall reinstated, eligible for Denver Broncos' opener (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4451454&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (06.09.2009 17:46)
The Denver Broncos reinstated Pro Bowl receiver Brandon Marshall from a team-imposed suspension Sunday.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 8th, 2009, 9:58pm
Updates on Orton, Simms [smiley=injury.gif] and Marshall... [smiley=furious.gif] from "The REAL Feed":

Broncos QB Orton tests injured finger for first time since being hurt (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d81274a3e&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (08.09.2009 17:24)
Kyle Orton is testing his injured right index finger at practice for the first time since getting hurt nine days ago.
Title: Re: Broncos Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 10th, 2009, 2:16am
The latest on injured quarterbacks and tailbacks in Denver... from "The REAL Feed":

Orton, backup QB Simms and Moreno practice little for Broncos (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4253017)
The Sports Network: NFL (09.09.2009 19:23)


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