Broncos' cuts include Sapp, Hackney
By Jeff Legwold, Rocky Mountain News (Contact)
Published August 30, 2008 at 1:35 p.m.
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Broncos fullback Cecil Sapp, a former Colorado State athlete, will be waived by the Broncos as the team got down to the 53-man roster limit on Saturday.
Waived
G P.J. Alexander
S Josh Barrett
LB Jordan Beck
DE Larry Birdine
DE Paul Carrington
CB Wale Dada
G Mitch Erickson
G Dylan Gandy
QB Darrell Hackney
DT Steven Harris
WR Glenn Martinez
WR Marquay McDaniel
TE Chad Mustard
P Sam Paulescu
CB Tyrone Poole
WR Clifford Russell
S Vikiel Vaughn
Moved to reserve/injured
RB Anthony Alridge (left foot)
FB Cecil Sapp (left hip/thigh) – will be released after injury settlement
Waived injured
TE Brett Pierce (left ankle)
Moved to reserve/suspended
WR Brandon Marshall
Drew on the NFL
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When he sifted through the remains of the back-to-back playoff misses over the last few months Broncos coach Mike Shanahan often talked about the need to add some youth to his roster.
Saturday he followed through on that promise as rosters league-wide had to be trimmed to the 53-man limit.
In were players like undrafted rookies Tyler Polumbus, a Cherry Creek High graduate, linebacker Wesley Woodyard and punter Brett Kern. Out were veterans like fullback Cecil Sapp, guard P.J. Alexander and tight end Chad Mustard.
"There were a lot of guys at my position,'' said Alexander, who has spent at least parts of four seasons with the Broncos. "I knew it was going to be pretty tough anyway, we're pretty deep. We've got a lot of young guys to play in this O-line.''
Because the Broncos traded guard Montrae Holland to Dallas Thursday, they had to make 21 roster moves to get under the league limit.
The biggest surprise of the day was Sapp's fate. He was the only player who had been listed as a starter on the team's depth chart who appeared in Friday night's preseason finale in Arizona and had played 49 games for the Broncos over five seasons.
Sapp rushed for 223 yards in his career with Denver, also catching 14 passes.
In a clerical move the Broncos moved Sapp to reserve/injured Saturday, but will reach a financial injury settlement with him in the coming days and he will then be waived. Sapp said he injured a hip muscle in the game while the Broncos listed it as his left thigh.
"Nah, I never seen it coming,'' Sapp said as he left the Broncos Dove Valley complex. "I thought I played good throughout the preseason, throughout camp.''
Sapp said he already had a "couple teams'' interested in signing him. Sapp had two carries for nine yards against the Cardinals Friday night.
Kern won a heated punting battle with Sam Paulescu that went down to the final preseason game. Paulescu even averaged 49.3 yards a kick against the Cardinals, while Kern averaged 40.3 in the game.
Kern is considered to have the stronger leg overall and has been the first-team holder for placekicker Matt Prater throughout camp as well.
"We both did great, we both went back for forth, they just said they went with Brett,'' Paulescu said. "He did well holding, I think they felt comfortable with him holding more.
"I think he had a stronger leg overall, I'm not surprised … I talked to Shanahan and he said 'Well, I can't believe we're cutting a guy that averaged 50 yards a punt (Friday) night’ and I just said ‘Well, I can't believe that either.’ I've got no regrets, I did my best.''
The Broncos also got a little bad news as well on the injury front. Tests revealed that running Anthony Alridge tore a ligament in his left foot early in the game Friday night. He continued to play on the injury, finishing with 110 yards rushing.
Alridge said he will be on crutches for four weeks before he can begin his injury rehab. He was placed on reserve/injured so will spend the season with the Broncos, but will not practice or play.
"It happened in the first quarter,'' Alridge said. " … It's all good. I'm a tough little dude. Once I took off my shoes and the tape it swelled up.''
The Broncos will have one more player to release in a week when wide receiver Brandon Marshall, who was moved to reserve/suspended Saturday, comes off that list after his one game suspension.
When Marshall is moved back to the team's roster a week from Monday, the Broncos will have to make a roster space to do that.
But as it stands right now the Broncos kept nine offensive linemen, including Polumbus. It also means they have three rookies in the group – Polumbus, Ryan Clady and Kory Lichtensteiger – a second-year player in Ryan Harris to go with third-year players Erik Pears and Chris Kuper.
They also kept eight linebackers including rookies in Woodyard and Spencer Larsen. Larsen also plays fullback.
Running back Ryan Torain, who may not return until the first week of November because of an elbow injury, was also given a spot on the roster, a sign his recovery is on pace for him to play at least half of the season and possibly more.
In all only two members of the Broncos draft class from this past April are not among the final 53. Defensive tackle Carlton Powell has missed all of the training camp and will miss the season with an Achilles tendon injury he suffered in offseason workouts.
And safety Josh Barrett, one of the team's seventh-round picks, was waived. Barrett is expected to be among the five or six of their own players the Broncos try to bring back for their seven-man practice squad.
Quarterback Darrell Hackney, guard Mitch Erickson and defensive tackle Steven Harris are expected to be brought back as well, unless another team claims them off waivers for its active roster.
The Broncos moves' Saturday also meant four players – Alexander, linebacker Jordan Beck, wide receiver Glenn Martinez and Mustard – were waived Saturday who appeared in games for the team last season.
Defensive end Paul Carrington, also waived Saturday, was on the team's roster for part of the '07 season, but did not appear in a game.
This will also be the first time in Shanahan's tenure as head coach three undrafted rookies have a chance to be on the roster to open the regular season. Kern, Woodyard and Polumbus all made the cut Saturday.
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August 30, 2008
2:53 p.m.
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MarcoPolo writes:
The Broncos finally cut the Mustard.
Someone had to say it.
August 30, 2008
2:59 p.m.
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photon writes:
Can they put Torain on the PUP list? That way they can give his sport to some one else for the first 6 games and they can add him to the 53 man roster after that by releasing someone. Why can't they do that?
I hope Josh barret is added to the practice squad.
August 30, 2008
2:59 p.m.
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Pigskin writes:
Sorry to see Barrett didn't make more of an impact. Hopefully he'll clear his way to the practice squad.
August 30, 2008
3:05 p.m.
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Miss_Sin_Link writes:
The PUP list is for players who enter training camp unable to perform. IR is the only choice for such players at this point.
Who'd a thought Aldridge would end up on the IR after is performance last night... It's a tough game.
August 30, 2008
3:06 p.m.
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photon writes:
"Can they put Torain on the PUP list? That way they can give his sport to some one else for the first 6 games and they can add him to the 53 man roster after that by releasing someone. Why can't they do that?"
You can only put someone on the PUP list if he's injured before training camp. After that he's either cut, on IR for the season, or on the active roster.
Ramanboy33 - Do you know if torain was injured before or during the training camp?
August 30, 2008
3:34 p.m.
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Dynamicdave writes:
Man, it bites to lose Alridge. He was awesome. So now we have Young and Hall At RB. We have Pittman to play either RB or FB or both. We have Hillis as FB with Torain playing sometime later in the season (October) at RB. I guess Kerns is our punter. He looked good, but I thought Paulescu was a little better. I guess that's why they're not paying me the big bucks to make these decisions, eh? I read up on Torain. He got hurt August 6th. Our 1st game was August 9th. He was in training camp. BUT, he IS healing quicker then expected and is slated to play on Oct. 20, a Monday night game at New England.
August 30, 2008
4:19 p.m.
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topdolladap writes:
Does anybody agree that Ramsy completly su*ks. Why was he such a sure thing for #2 QB. He holds the ball to long and I really see nothing positive out of him. I would have rather had Hackney
August 30, 2008
4:21 p.m.
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RenegadeLG writes:
I hope somebody picks up Hackney, he deserves better than to rot away on a practice squad while a complete bum earns way too much money on the big club. Patrick Ramsey is one of the worst Quarterbacks in the game right now, and Hackney could be a big impact player if given the chance. Who's even positive Cutler will work out? He's an iffy doofus himself.
I thought Carrington made enough plays to warrant a roster spot. It's a shame John Engelberger is an assumed starter year in and year out, he's almost as bad as Ramsey but in the defensive sense.
Other than that, I can't complain. Glad we finally cut ties with the homer bust in Cecil. Was a decent ST'er but nothing else. Here's to hoping Marquand Manuel is healthy enough to start Week 1 - Abdullah is awful. It's the Pass Defense that'll be exposed this year. Dre Bly is vastly overrated and Foxworth and Paymah are garbage. The latter two would be cut if there was more depth. Hope Jack Williams develops.
Anyway, enough rambling, but what a stupid question about Torain. Did the poster think we drafted him injured?
August 30, 2008
4:25 p.m.
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RenegadeLG writes:
Also forgot to add.. it will be absolutely RIDICULOUS if Keary Colbert is kept, as he'd be owed 2.5 million this season. His one 87-yard TD aside (and that was Hackney's doing), he's been a complete non-factor. With Marshall's suspension being reduced to one game, depth isn't the concern it was a couple weeks ago. But considering Glenn Martinez was cut, it appears they're leaning in Colbert's direction. Tsk, Tsk.
August 30, 2008
5:03 p.m.
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Dynamicdave writes:
topdolladap, I understand what you're saying, but only in part. He is having a tough preseason, agreed, but did you watch him last year? I bet you were praising him when he stepped in for Jay? He played extremely well. I think he'll be fine. He just needs to settle down. I think he can step in, if needed, just like last year and get it done. Hackney had a good game, for the most part, but he chooses to run, instead of stepping up into the pocket, a lot of the times. He doesn't check off all of his receivers, before he tucks it and runs. He will be ok in the future but Denver wants a pocket passer. He isn't it. Neither was Van Pelt or J. Jackson. That's why they are gone. Happy feet.
August 30, 2008
5:03 p.m.
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bronco4428 writes:
WHO'S EVEN POSTIVE THAT CUTLER WILL WORK OUT??? ARE U A COMPLETE MORON?? HAVE YOU BEEN WATCHING THIS TEAM??
August 30, 2008
5:09 p.m.
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jabberwocky writes:
the broncos backfield will be pretty decent with Young at RB and Pittman at fullback,with Hall and Torain backing them up.Hillis will see very little time on the offense,he will mainly play special teams and will only play on the offense if there is an injury,the Broncos will make the playoffs if the defense can perform well.
August 30, 2008
5:12 p.m.
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Dynamicdave writes:
RenegadeLG, your words: "Who's even positive Cutler will work out? He's an iffy doofus himself". That was completely Raider sounding. What games have YOU been watching? If you think Cutler is not going to be a good QB and that he is a "doofus" as you called him, well, I'm sorry, but you don't know very much about football. You obviously saw something different then most Bronco fans and sportscasters saw? Please, enlighten us? Also Colbert won't start, Jackson will. Royal on the other side and Stokley in the slot.
August 30, 2008
5:18 p.m.
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RenegadeLG writes:
I realize Colbert won't start, that's why I said it's ridiculous since HE'LL BE MAKING TWO AND A HALF MILLION DOLLARS.
You homers make me sick. I've been a season ticket holder for almost two decades and while of course I see potential in Jay Cutler, it's absolutely stupid to only have Patrick Ramsey available to supplant him should he be injured or continue to throw a pick for every 1.5 TDs.
August 30, 2008
5:24 p.m.
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incognitoboy writes:
bronco4428 - settle down, man! renegadeLG is a mindless troll.....obviously another of philip rivers' many aliases. that guy simply CANNOT let it be and focus on his own game. always has to be bustin' on the competition. show a little class this year, phil. i hear you can even buy some on ebay if you need to......
that said, not all people who watch broncos football know what they're seeing or understand the ART of fielding a football team. this explains why so many so-called fans get disgusted after a loss and cry about how this player or that player s****, when many of them never played or even tried.
don't let the trolls win. take another drink of koolaid; everything will feel better afterward. i know. thats what i do........
August 30, 2008
5:30 p.m.
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RenegadeLG writes:
How does realizing Colbert and Ramsey are terrible, and Cutler isn't proven - make me a troll? Typical Broncos fans can't accept criticism. The same brood that claim Ed McCaffrey was better than Rod Smith.
I've attended every Broncos home game for the last 12 years. Just because I question their moves and don't mindlessly nibble on every white player on the roster doesn't mean I'm a troll.
August 30, 2008
5:35 p.m.
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4shortofa100 writes:
Take your meds, dude. If you cut everyone on the team there wouldn't be anyone left, to, y'know, play the games. And for a "homer bust," Cecil did alright for himself.
The "iffy doofus" line does makes you sound like a troll, though.
August 30, 2008
5:38 p.m.
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beamer30cs writes:
Dre Bly can't cover or tackle, offenses will eat him alive this year. With Bailey on the other side, it's a no brainer to always be picking on Bly. Dude talks a good game, as yet to have one. Sadly it's because of the Darrent Williams situation we had to go and sign this guy.
August 30, 2008
6:07 p.m.
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Dynamicdave writes:
RenegadeLG, it's one thing for a bronco fan to question, but when you slammed jay Cutler and called him an iffy doofus, you lost all credibility as a Bronco fan. Band wagon is even stretching it. It doesn't matter if you have been buying season tickets since Moses parted the sea's. When you slammed Cutler and sounded EXACTLY like a Traiters fan, you didn't "nibble". You slammed and you lost all credibility. Anyone can buy tickets and go to the games. That doesn't make you a fan. A fan knows football (or tries to learn something about the game). A fan supports there team and doesn't sound like the "glass half empty". Your evaluation of Cutler was soooo far out in left field. Now, back to Colbert. He isn't guaranteed to stick. He may, he may not. Trades and such, happen around this time. I think he will stick, myself. He might alternate with Jackson. No way of knowing until the season starts.
August 30, 2008
6:23 p.m.
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RenegadeLG writes:
Wow, ridiculous, a 'fan' has to stay positive no matter what? Even though we're being driven into the ground by an overrated coach who is a product of players past?
It hasn't been the same since Kubiak and Gibbs left.
I agree with the poster before the baby though, Bly is awful. Blame Kenyon Martin for Darrent's death. Another overrated & overpaid player on one of Denver's other fledgling teams. Has a habit of inviting dangerous criminals to his parties.
August 30, 2008
6:35 p.m.
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Dynamicdave writes:
RenegadeLG, I repeat, with you, you slammed Cutler for something that you were totally off base about. Nobody agrees with everything about a team or their players but you spouted off with something that is laughable. I don't question a persons call on players unless it was as ridiculous as yours. You will be one of those bandwagon fans who will be praising Cutler when this season is winding down, mark my words. You belong on the Raiders blog.
August 30, 2008
6:42 p.m.
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Atwater2727 writes:
Seems like Colbert will be around just long enough for the Marshall suspention to pass over and then, depending on his performance, a decision will be made.
Cutler is playing sick this year, love it. I'm ready for an AFC West title for the broncos!
August 30, 2008
7:05 p.m.
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Dynamicdave writes:
Atwater2727, absolutely. Why is it that you, me and most other Bronco fans see this, but not RenegadeLG, who thinks Cutler is an "iffy doofus", no wait, he then started to backslide and vindicate himself by saying he's "unproven"? He's not very knowledgeable of Cutler and his stats to call him what he did. Hell, he's just not very knowledgeable. But I'll be willing to bet that when Cutler has a stellar season, he'll be the 1st one saying, "I knew it all along". Kind of like Randy Quaid in Major League II.
August 30, 2008
7:27 p.m.
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Midnight127 writes:
Aw, I can't believe Hackney was cut. They should've gotten rid of Ramsey...
August 30, 2008
7:40 p.m.
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OPETH72 writes:
I have a question Renegade. Just something that didn't make sense. You said you have been a season ticket holder for almost 2 decades. That would be like saying almost 20 years. Ok, that being said, you also mentioned in a seperate post that you have been to every home game for 12 years. What were you doing with your season tickets the other years? 12 is not close to 20 last time I checked. And when you go to the game what do you do? Sit there and whine like a little girl (no offense to little girls, I love my daughter)? I don't get it. It is one thing to disagree and have a different opinion, or to analyze a particular move in a different way than some others, but how you went about it was nothing less than classless. Even if you believe Cutler is an "iffy doofus", so what. As long as he leads this team to wins, that is all that matters. Unless you are planning on dating the guy, why does it matter?
August 30, 2008
7:52 p.m.
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leeroy writes:
I will be a happy man if I never hear that stupid kool aid line again... anybody else sick of hearing that?
August 30, 2008
7:57 p.m.
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davistothehall writes:
RenegadeLG you have no knowledge if you want hackney over cutler so hackney is more proven than cutler where was i when he drove us down the field to get us into a potion to win even when we always didn't cutler got us in positions to win hackney is better than ramsey cutler is better than hackney and at least 25 other qbs that are currently starting.
August 30, 2008
8:09 p.m.
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Dynamicdave writes:
OPETH72, hey man, so what is your take on the Hackney, Ramsey, thing? I still like Ramsey. I think he'll pull it together during regular season (if needed). He will also have the 1st string OL at his disposal. I know he struggled in preseason, but I saw him last year and know he's capable. And what about the RB's? I think it will be Young and Pittman with doses of Hill and Hillis to break up the routine and spot the backs a breather. I don't think that people realize that Sapp was released because of a "hip flexor" and will be compensated for his injury. I see the Broncos with Marshall and Royal on the ends, with Stokley in the slot. I also see Jackson being used when they play 4 wideouts. Atwater2727 made a good post about Colbert. He felt he might be kept long enough to get through Marshalls suspension. As much as that's possible, I think they will keep him. If a WR goes down, who will replace the fallen player? So it behooves them to keep what they have.
August 30, 2008
8:19 p.m.
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Dynamicdave writes:
Oh, RenegadeLG, you stated and I quote, "Just because I question their moves and don't mindlessly nibble on every white player on the roster doesn't mean I'm a troll". I don't see where anybody brought up "color of skin" in this blog??? Just you. You're right, you're not a troll....Racist hits closer to home.
August 30, 2008
8:36 p.m.
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incognitoboy writes:
ok, renegrenade, here's a nugget for your 'iffy doofus' theory
did a little research, spurred on by your insightful analysis of our franchise qb, in relation to other franchise qbs you might recognize, and also chad pennington. ( i included chad because i read he is the all-time leader in compl.% for qbs with at least 1500 attempts. kinda mind-blowing if you ask me....the guy's like a crystal vase in a bull shop)
for your perusal:
name yrs gs att avg comp.% career rtg rush yds
manning 10 160 5405 7.7 64.2 94.7 696
brady 8 110 3642 7.2 63.0 92.2 533
pennington 8 61 1919 7.2 65.6 88.9 396
cutler 1-1/2 21 604 7.4 62.6 88.2 223
(man, i hate the way my chart gets squished like this!)
i didn't have room to put td-to-int ratios for their first 2 yrs, but let's just say jay matches up favorably. check out the history for yourself. now when you say he is unproven.... i guess in relation to old-timers like these other guys, sure. but we like his chances, what with a newly minted line, full of rookies and 2nd yr guys who DID NOT give up a sack of jay yet. yeah, i know it'll happen, but how many others can say that?
besides, his overall receiving corps is WAY improved over his first 2 yrs regardless of what you think of overpayment. (apologies to rod)
anyway, renegrenade, go ahead and go to the games.
pay attention. cheer a little.
learn to love. to appreciate. shanahan giveth, and your cup shall runneth over, drink deep. koolaid is free.......(apologies to leeroy)
August 30, 2008
8:45 p.m.
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Dynamicdave writes:
incognitoboy, nice post. In just a short time, Cutler already has amassed a decent total. At his rate, he'll surpass many. Well, last post for the night. Going to hit the Playboy Club at the Palms with a couple of friends. Las Vegas is never dull.
August 30, 2008
9:08 p.m.
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Spider writes:
I'm on the side that thinks it would have been better to keep Hackney. His athletism is definatley an upside.
BTW, renegade can I have your season tickets when Bowlen makes you the next head coach or when the other fans at Mile High run you out of the stadium on a rail? Whichever comes first.
August 30, 2008
9:10 p.m.
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incognitoboy writes:
thanx, dd. since you're reading this sunday morning (or later!)hope you had fun in sin city. weather is beautiful, wish i was there......
here's hoping 'at his rate' is also infused with some luck & healthy knees, etc.
August 30, 2008
9:23 p.m.
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Cutler6 writes:
I sure do hope the broncos take look at DT Orien Harris played at University of Miami, cut by New Orleans.
August 30, 2008
9:25 p.m.
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OPETH72 writes:
Dave, I would be happy with either Hackney or Ramsey. I am of the opinion that Shanahan knows who has a better grasp of his offense. So I will leave it to him, haha. As far as running backs, I would go with your theory. I have to admit, though I was worried at the beginning, I have grown to like this group. I think they all bring something nice to the table. So however they go about using them, it looks like there will be success. Still a regular season to go, but I feel better than I did. As for Colbert, I like the guy. I don't see what the problem is. He brings depth. They didn't just sign him for no reason. Not for that money. And they didn't release him (so far). So, once again, I have to say they must know what they want. I think this year was one of the most difficult in quite a while as far as deciding who to get rid of. I would have liked to keep them all. And as far as Renegade goes, I have no idea why he threw in the "white people" reference. That just shows his lack of character. He is angry for some reason. Whatever................didn't make sense to me.
August 30, 2008
9:38 p.m.
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leeroy writes:
incog... I had to laugh, good post :)
August 31, 2008
6:02 a.m.
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Broncody writes:
I liked Hackney over Ramsey just because of his mobility. If Cutler goes down and we bring in Ramsey and the defense is prepared for Cutler, the defense now has an easier time. If Cutler goes down and we bring in Hackney, the defense is now unprepared. I don't know what to think about Colbert and the only person whos evaluation I would trust more than Coach Shanahan's on a WR would be Rod Smith. I really hope the Bronco's give him a job somewhere just to keep his ethic and motivation around the field.
August 31, 2008
8:33 a.m.
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myerda00 writes:
First off I agree, renegateRG is a negative troll jerk.
Hackney will be on PS. He is a 6' 250lb ignigma QB.
OK GHF fans, we have got a very good team, so who do we put on or pick up for the practice squad?
Lets pray that Barrett makes it. Erickson is the type OL that the Broncos like. After that there are no more Bronco cuts that qualify.
This Orien Harris, NO does not have a very good DL right?
Do you believe that out of the 12 draft choices and CFA's, Only one did not make it. And he (Barrett) could be on PS. WOW!
August 31, 2008
10:03 a.m.
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Sthrn_ID_Broncos_Fan writes:
Okay. Enough already. People who say that Cutler isn't proven seem to forget that in the league most QB's don't really produce until their 3rd season. I think that everyone still has a bit of Elway syndrome and are expecting one man to perform miracles. QB's like that only come along every 30 years or so. Hackney looked good against the #2's & bubble boys, but he does need more development. If we can sign him to the practice squad, he'll have time to settle down and maybe get the #2 spot next year. I still think we are missing a big play running back and may want to consider at who's been cut to see if we can pick one up. I know that Rudi Johnson (Cincinatti) is available. But so are some other backs that might fit the bill. I like Selvin Young, but there are durability questions and I'm not a big fan of "running back by committee. Remember the impact that TD had on Elway's game? The running game opens up so many opportunities it can't be overlooked.
August 31, 2008
11:03 a.m.
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Dynamicdave writes:
KzgweuRQCS, under any other condition, I would say "yes" to a 1 back attack, but Young and Hall compliment each other nicely. I will reserve any further judgement until we get further into the season. I think the two of them will light up the board.
Cutler6, I did some reading on Orien Harris. He was leading the NO defense in tackles in preseason. I wonder why they cut him?
myerda00, so, have you figured out which Bronco bar you will check out 1st? Shoot me an email.
Broncody, while I think Hackney will be a good QB, it's not yet. He still needs to learn to check off ALL of his receivers before he tucks away the ball and runs. He 2nd guesses himself, which is a confidence issue. He will get better. If we don't lose him from the PS, maybe he'll be ready next year for the backup role to Cutler. I've seen Ramsey in action in a regular season game and he looked very good. He could have had a better preseason, but he is a veteran and will be fine.
incognitoboy, yes, Sin City is, well, Sin City. Always fun out here.
OPETH72, I like Colbert, as well. As for what Shanahan has planned after the return of Marshall, I guess we will all have to wait and see.
August 31, 2008
11:34 a.m.
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Broncody writes:
I guess I just can't get the Lions game out of my head when I think of Ramsey. I know that is unfair but I am only human and we all have our bias. Shoot I wouldn't mind putting Pittman, Young, Hall and Hillis in the backfield lined up 5 yards behind the line of scrimmage with 2 tight ends and just eliminating the pass threat and telling the defense "yeah we're running, do something about it." Then the Center direct snaps it to one of them and just force the ball down the defenses throat. May not work at all but if Cutler goes down something I wouldn't mind seeing every few downs.
August 31, 2008
12:21 p.m.
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Andy writes:
Bummer about Cecil. I don't know that he possesses real talent, but he always seemed to work hard on the field. Here's hoping he recovers quickly and gets another chance somewhere.