Analyzing the Broncos‘ decisions to trade Alphonso Smith and not extend Champ Bailey‘s contract. Perrish Cox is relishing his opportunity, even if it means an obscene amount of targets. Jets tight end Dustin Keller looks to the be the shorthanded Broncos’ toughest challenge. Even guys that are “healthy” — like Mario Haggan and David Bruton […]

Darrelle Revis is 25.  Champ Bailey is 32. Age notwithstanding, they’re the game’s best. The Ravens took advantage of defensive lineups where Jamal Williams and Justin Bannan weren’t on the field. The Jets will try to exploit the Broncos‘ young o-line with exotic blitz packages. Eerie similarities exist between Josh McDaniels‘ second Broncos unit and […]

While it’s not a sure-thing, safety David Bruton figures to get the start in Brian Dawkins‘ and Darcel McBath‘s absence.  Eddie Royal‘s return duties will increase. The defense may require shuffling all over to handle the plethora of injuries. Josh McDaniels wanted to see how his players handle adversity. He’s about to find out. Klis’ […]

Running back Knowshon Moreno returns to the Broncos‘ practice field Wednesday. Just in time to face the notorious Ravens rush defense. One possible explanation for the running game: the NFL’s most inexperienced offensive line. No excuses, says Josh McDaniels. Another explanation — the lack of Peyton Hillis — is overblown, says the Post’s Jeff Legwold. […]

The Minnesota Vikings executed a trade to bring Randy Moss back from New England Wednesday, and the Patriots now have two picks in each of the first four rounds of the 2011 draft. Meanwhile, the Seattle Seahawks traded for Bills RB Marshawn Lynch and released Julius Jones. The Broncos‘ 2-8 slide last year began with […]

“You can put any tape you want to of Tennessee and there’s going to be 10 penalties,” Josh McDaniels said. “You either coach it or you allow it to happen. That’s how I look at that.” Jeff Fisher responds: “We play aggressive — we don’t play cheap. If there are things after the whistle or […]

The Broncos will have to keep Chris Johnson, who is a big play in waiting, from working the perimeter of their defense Sunday. Sunday’s game looks to be a great one, be sure to check out NFL.com’s Game Center. The Broncos are the first team in NFL history to have four receivers with at least […]

Apologies for the lack of posts yesterday. Our 9-5’s were a bit extra demanding. We return to your regularly scheduled programming today… Kenny McKinley‘s funeral service was held in Georgia Monday. Wesley Woodyard gave a eulogy, saying, “Every day, (McKinley) would come into the locker room and teach 61 men how to laugh and smile. […]

Colts DE Dwight Freeney‘s signature spin move puts him in the class of some of the all-time great pass rushers. Even Ryan Clady probably won’t be enough to handle Freeney — it may limit options in the passing game, but the Broncos need to spare a tight end or chip blocker to ensure Kyle Orton […]

Please donate to the Kenny McKinley trust fund on behalf of young Keon. Understanding why Kenny took his own life isn’t nearly as important as recognizing the warning signs.  Great column from Woody Paige. Former teammate D.J. Johnson doesn’t have all the facts, and his emotions could easily be clouding his judgment.  But Johnson discusses […]