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(Photo JAMIE SCOTT LYTLE, NC Times) Don’t expect to see San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman on the field against the Denver Broncos on Sunday. In fact, don’t expect to see him on the field for quite awhile. Merriman will be placed on Injured Reserve and miss the rest of the 2008 season, Jay Glazer […]

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Published on 09/09/2008 at Tue Sep 09 17:38.   8 Comments
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The Denver Broncos on Tuesday waived guard Dylan Gandy, Head Coach Mike Shanahan announced. Gandy, a fourth-year player, originally joined the Broncos as a free agent on May 16 after spending his first three seasons with Indianapolis. Wide receiver Brandon Marshall, who served a one-game suspension for violation of the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy, is […]

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Published on 09/09/2008 at Tue Sep 09 17:05.   6 Comments
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The Broncos handled the absence of wide receiver Brandon Marshall just fine. Quarterback Jay Cutler threw for 299 yards, nearly half to rookie wide receiver Eddie Royal, and running back Michael Pittman rushed for two touchdowns as the Denver Broncos dominated the Oakland Raiders to a 41-14 victory. The Broncos now sit alone atop the […]

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Published on 09/09/2008 at Tue Sep 09 08:23.   21 Comments
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Oakland Raiders wide receiver Javon Walker will not suit up for Monday Night’s game, set to start in just under an hour. He was listed as Questionable on the injury report. The Raiders’ other former Broncos WR, Ashley Lelie, will get the start in Walker’s stead. Among the Denver Broncos‘ inactives are DE Jarvis Moss. […]

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Published on 09/08/2008 at Mon Sep 08 19:21.   4 Comments
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vs. Raiders (0-0) vs. Broncos (0-0) McAfee Coliseum Mon, Sep 8, 2008 7:15 PM PDT ESPN Your Daily Blitz gets a makeover for game day, which some long time readers might recognize as an old feature we called “Around the Web.” Let’s take a trip around the Internet to see what the experts, beat writers […]

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Published on 09/08/2008 at Mon Sep 08 12:50.   4 Comments
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ESPN.com’s Bill Williamson reported that the Denver Broncos and the agent of linebacker D.J. Williams are in serious talks, regarding a contract extension. Williams, last season at middle linebacker finished second in the NFL in tackles (141). He was recently voted defensive captain alongside Champ Bailey. If all goes will with Williams, the Broncos could […]

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Published on 09/06/2008 at Sat Sep 06 19:16.   15 Comments
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The Denver Broncos elected team captains after practice Friday, and a mix of old and new will be donning the ‘C’ patch. Quarterback Jay Cutler and cornerback Champ Bailey were elected captains again, joining newcomers tight end Daniel Graham and linebacker D.J. Williams. Longsnapper Mike Leach was elected as the special teams captain, which Head […]

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Published on 09/05/2008 at Fri Sep 05 14:25.   7 Comments
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Ebenezer Ekuban and Boss Bailey expect to play Monday.  [CBS4] Boss expands, and DT Nic Clemons discusses his success in the 3-technique.  [Denver Post] The offensive line will be tested for ‘a week link.’  [Rocky Mountain News] A look at Mike Shanahan “the genius,” his reputation, and expectations.  [DPO] Interesting development in the Darrent Williams […]

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Published on 09/05/2008 at Fri Sep 05 08:53.   Comments Off on Daily Blitz – Elvis and Boss Ready for Raiders
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UPDATE: Apparently undrafted rookie tight end Brett Pierce also reached an injury settlement and was waived. Best of luck, Brett. The Denver Broncos have officially released fullback Cecil Sapp, the Denver Post reports. Sapp was initially placed on Injured Reserve to start the season, and has been working with the Broncos to reach an injury […]

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Published on 09/04/2008 at Thu Sep 04 15:32.   4 Comments
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Will there be a season opening blackout in San Diego on Sunday? Possibly. Multiple news outlets are reporting that the San Diego Chargers have yet to sell out their 2008 opening home game against the Carolina Panthers. The Chargers have received a 24-hour extension in order to get the word out that tickets are available. […]

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Published on 09/04/2008 at Thu Sep 04 15:04.   1 Comment
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