Broncos Update Insider - 6/7
Broncos Update Insider - 6/7
Denver Broncos coach Mike Shanahan acknowledged that running back Travis Henry “has the ability to be one of the top running backs in the NFL,” but he was upset with his lack of commitment. Henry is no longer with the Broncos.
NFL Sophomores: To The Next Step
We all want to know who the stars of tomorrow will be and in the NFL many of the stars have already aligned. But Scout.com’s NFL Draft Analyst Chris Steuber selects seven second-year players - one from each round (1 – 7) - who have the opportunity to make an impact this season and become potential superstars.
Broncos center Tom Nalen undergoes knee surgery (AP)
Denver center Tom Nalen had arthroscopic surgery on his left knee Friday and the Broncos expect him to be ready for training camp in July. “Anybody having a scope should be able to play within two weeks,” coach Mike Shanahan said. “Where we’re at right now and the shape Tom is in, he should be full speed by the time we go to camp in July.” The 14-year veteran has played in 194 games, including 188…
Broncos bring in Michael Pittman with Travis Henry still out (AP)
Denver Broncos running back Travis Henry’s hamstring injury is healing slowly and the team doesn’t expect him to return to offseason workouts until next week. When he does get back on the field, he’ll find even more competition for snaps. The Broncos agreed to a one-year deal on Tuesday with former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Michael Pittman, agent Drew Rosenhaus told The Associated Press.
Strahan: “I’m finished with that phase” (Yahoo! Sports)
Michael Strahan decided trying to repeat as Super Bowl champions would be too difficult a challenge.
Broncos officially sign RB Pittman (PA SportsTicker)
The Denver Broncos added depth to their backfield Wednesday, signing running back Michael Pittman.
The Best and Worst Against the Deep Pass
Ed Thompson points out the five teams that were the best — and the five that were the worst — at defending 20-plus yard passes in 2007. Did the teams at the bottom do anything to improve their secondaries during the offseason? Find out in this Scout.com feature.
Big mouth has become Rivers’ trademark (Yahoo! Sports)
Despite his accomplishments on the field, Philip Rivers is known more for his verbal tendencies.
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