Posted Thu Jun 5th by Monty
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Ebenezer Ekuban joined the Denver Broncos via a trade with Cleveland in 2005, and, when healthy, has been an extremely effective player for the club. In 2005 and 2006, Ekuban only missed one game, tallying 119 tackles and 11 sacks. During a 2007 preseason game, Ekuban tore the Achilles tendon in his right heel, forcing him onto Injured Reserve and ending his season.
The Good: 2006 was Ekuban’s best career year, and the best performance by anyone on the D-line that year. In hindsight, it isn’t surprising the defense struggled so much last season. The Broncos’ strongest defenders against the run were all lost before or during 2007 due to injury – Ekuban’s heel, Al Wilson‘s neck, and John Lynch‘s neck. With Ekuban’s return, expect the defense to get a boost up front.
The Bad: With Ekuban’s age (32) and his severe foot injury, he has an uphill battle this season. He’s admitted that he’s frustrated with the healing process thus far – and if prior Achilles tears are any indication, he might not be 100% this season. While 2006 was his best year, Ekuban needs to show that it wasn’t a one-hit wonder of a season.
Status: Coming off foot surgery. Signed through 2008. Ekuban signed a one year, $1.2 million contract in March to stay with the Broncos. If his injury is healed, he’ll have a good chance to secure a starting spot. Ebenezer Ekuban was born in Accra, Ghana in Africa on May 29, 1976.
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Published on 06/05/2008 at Thu Jun 05 14:12.
Tagged: Ebenezer Ekuban.