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Published on 12/14/2009 at Mon Dec 14 09:00.
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Brandon Marshall sets NFL reception record in loss

Posted Mon Dec 14th by

Denver Broncos wide receivers Brandon Marshall (R) and Jabar Gaffney celebrate Marshall's touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts during their NFL game in Indianapolis December 13, 2009. (REUTERS photo/Brent Smith)

Denver Broncos wide receivers Brandon Marshall (R) and Jabar Gaffney celebrate Marshall's touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts during their NFL game in Indianapolis December 13, 2009. (REUTERS photo/Brent Smith)

Denver Broncos WR Brandon Marshall was having an “off year” statistically as he and the Broncos transitioned into the Josh McDaniels-coached, Kyle Orton-led offense.

Until Sunday, that is.

Marshall set a new NFL record for single-game receptions with 21 in a 16-28 loss to the Indianapolis Colts Sunday, with the fourth-year wideout’s record-setting day including 200 receiving yards and two touchdowns.

Marshall is no stranger to these types of numbers; in 2008, he snagged 18 catches in a win against the San Diego Chargers, which tied for second in NFL annals in receptions at that time. Marshall is now first and third in single-game reception performances.

What’s more, Marshall now totals 86 receptions for 1,008 yards and nine touchdowns on the season, putting him on pace for a career year.

It’d hard to imagine a scenario where Marshall could make a stronger case for his value in this contract year, and the Broncos showed today they need the Pro Bowler. Here’s hoping they get a contract done shortly into the offseason.

  • kerry

    an historical day offset by a loss. but it was a great individual achievement.

  • jonkrause

    I can't believe you think Marsh was having a “off” year up till that game! I thought he has been balling! He has more touchdowns than he ever had with Cutler, and he's got a 1,000+ yard season again. I guess he doesn't have as many catches, but I'll take more 6 points over catches.

  • http://broncotalk.net Kyle

    “Off year” in quotes on purpose. It's all relative. He certainly wasn't on pace for 100 catches until after this Sunday, a mark he had eclipsed in both 2007 and 2008.

  • Gary_in_SD

    He definitely showed his worth to this team, even in a gut wrenching loss… Too bad such an accomplishment couldn't have a “W” attached to it. Hope this at least gets him a much deserved contract extension. Even with his quirkiness, the guy is among the NFL elite (a Fitz and Andre class receiver) and if he gets away, he will be paid major jack elsewhere. Sign him and sign him now!… Please.

  • TD30isMVP

    Let's see, he has not gotten so much as a speeding ticket, been a team player, made some incredible plays (blocking included), and has kept his mouth in check, somebody got through to him.

  • robtink242

    well you put it like that we wasn't on pace for 100 catches last year if it wasn't for his 18 catch game. But seriously and “off year” i don't understand that in quotations or not. He has been the spark in this offense from the Raider game to present. The “off year” thing has to go McD for not putting Hillis in short yard situations. Miami has the best rush Oline and they give the ball to there full back 99.999% of the time when its 3rd or 4th down and 1-2 to go.

  • mikey55

    jeez don't u guys sh*tty qb like orton who can't throw the deep ball his stats will shoot to the bottom and he won't be able to get his big contract everyone on here needs to stop drinking the kool aid!

    haha jk kerry i quite enjoy reading ur comments

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    way to go Marshall. That shit was sick a record reception game have like 40 in the Raiders game.

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