Broncos interview Vikings defensive coordinator Frazier

By Jeff Legwold, Rocky Mountain News (Contact)

Published January 7, 2009 at 7:22 p.m.

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Broncos interview schedule

The Broncos have interviewed six candidates for their vacant coaching position. How the schedule has unfolded and who's on deck:

Saturday: Steve Spagnuolo, Giants defensive coordinator, in New York.

Sunday: Josh McDaniels, Patriots offensive coordinator, in Providence, R.I.

Monday: Raheem Morris, Buccaneers defensive coordinator, in Denver.

Tuesday: Jason Garrett, Cowboys assistant head coach/offensive coordinator, and Rick Dennison, Broncos offensive coordinator, both in Denver.

Wednesday: Leslie Frazier, Vikings assistant head coach/defensive coordinator, in Denver.

Thursday: Todd Bowles, Dolphins assistant head coach/secondary, in Denver.

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Leslie Frazier of the Minnesota Vikings

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January 7, 2009

8:07 p.m.

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ThoughtSausage writes:

"once the Bowl Championship Series title game has been played 'tonight' in Miami between the Sooners and Florida."

You are probably at home watching the game now. nice work Jeff... you obviously mean tomorrow.
January 7, 2009

8:27 p.m.

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flybys writes:

Remember the name Leslie Frazier.

He is the surprise super sleeper to get the job as Mike Shanahan's successor.

Look at the resume and see his body of work as a player and coach, the organization affiliations, the results and one can see Frazier will soon be working as a head coach and that place might quite possibly be Denver in 2009.

http://coloradosn.blogspot.com
January 7, 2009

8:35 p.m.

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maverick7 writes:

ThoughtSausage: the column runs in tomorrows paper!
It will be very interesting how Denver picks a new HC. All canidates seems to have qualities you like to see. I would still like to see a D-minded coach and teach the D how to tackle and play football and not 'beat my chest when i make a tackle!'
January 7, 2009

8:38 p.m.

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castortroy33 writes:

flyby is exactly right. I consider Frasier the favorite to take over as coach.
January 7, 2009

9:08 p.m.

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craig1407levin writes:

Just curious,if the interviews go to 10 maybe 12 people and the possibility that Coach Shanahan doesn't coach anywhere next year, isn't Bowlen on the hook to pay a hefty price? With all coaches from last year still getting their salary and the new guy setting his staff, it would appear that cash strapped Bowlen would look to a Frazier or someone on the lower end of the salary scale. Maybe if the process continues on as it appears Bowlen will indeed regret his decision to fire Shanahan, as he stated in his press conference, sooner rather than later. I say give Frazier, Dennison, or the TB guy the reigns and let him have at it.

Or, after a week to ten days of interviews come back and give it to Shanahan an say, Oops my bad! Watch them win the Super Bowl next year!
January 7, 2009

9:26 p.m.

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Dynamicdave writes:

Anything is possible. Like I said before, I'm just along for the ride. Just make sure the HC is a defensive minded coach and that he's prepared to leave the offense, alone.
January 7, 2009

9:44 p.m.

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Robfromaurora writes:

All the talk about Defensiive minded coaches. Looking back at Bowlen history tells us he prefers offensive minded coaches. Dan Reeves, Mike Shanahan....his one venture into defensive minded coaches.....Wade Philips. OUCH!!

My Guess is Josh McDaniel from New England. I just hope that who ever he brings in, can develope a tough team. ESPN this weekend was talking about how when Bill Parcells comes into a program, He tells the players "You don't get hurt, or you are out" He pulled TV's and such out of the training room. Wouldn't it be nice if we had a tough team? Not very many broncos were araid to get hurt this year huh? Just one Request Bowlen: GET RID OF NATE WEBSTER!! PLEASE!!
January 7, 2009

10:07 p.m.

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RockyMts69 writes:

What happened to Spagnualo??? I guess we have to wait until the play-offs are over, but this is KILLING ME!!!

No matter what, I hope Denver does well in the draft. I hope their scouts were at the Rose Bowl. USC has a gold mine when it comes to their defense.

I like Qaun Cosby also, he looked pretty fast the other nite against Ohio, he would'nt be bad either.
January 7, 2009

10:36 p.m.

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Dynamicdave writes:

RockyMts69, yeah, waiting for "the choice" is stressing. The way I see it, the longer they wait, the more it appears they are waiting for one of the coaches still in the playoffs/ Only "The Shadow" knows, for sure.
January 7, 2009

11:22 p.m.

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Stan_C writes:

I would like to Dennison take the job for a year to see what he can do. The defense from the coach down needs an overhaul that is for sure. I am starting to think the firing of Shanahan was a big mistake. Shanahan really needed one more year with this young offense and also because Cutler needs to be coached heavily and Shanahan is probably the best with quartbacks. Dennison has enough experience being under some great head coaches that he may be the one to keep our great young offense going in the way Shanahan was heading.

I have been contemplating the thought of Van Gundy joining 2010- why not?
January 7, 2009

11:40 p.m.

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vieng111 writes:

Dynamicdave is "right on the money" with this one. The Broncs will wait to interview several key defensive-minded coaches after the playoffs.

Waiting on Rex Ryan from Ravens and second interview with Spags, of the Giants. My top two.

But, will we have the money to pay them? Hmmm. Tough choices.
January 8, 2009

12:01 a.m.

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ORBroncoFan53 writes:

RockyMts69, I agree with you about USC, and tell me this have you ever seen a bigger more MUSCLE BOUND defense than them? I mean these guys are all ripped, huge and not fat at all. Must be the sun shine out there but all I kwow is the Broncos should just keep picking guys from that team until they run out of picks. Dynamicdave, I know how you feel about college coaches, and for the most part I feel the same, but do you get the feeling that Bowlen isn't only waiting for the playoffs to conclude but maybe a BCS championship to get over with before he decides to end the interview process?
January 8, 2009

1:02 a.m.

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liesandpropaganda08 writes:

ORBroncoFan53- Yeah, I think you gotta bingo. Stoops hasn't gone away has he? And for his name to resurface NOW (before championship) coupled with the fact the interview process is being lengthened by the day, leads me to believe that part of the reason Bowlen is stalling is to interview Stoops. I know the playoff guys can't be hired until their season is through but Bowlen has this guy on the list for a reason. After Bowles, Stoops will be the last interview in the "first round". We have a young team and our Defense needs to be rebuilt.

Please, somebody tell me why Bob Stoops deserves the interview? Again, we have a young team and our Defense needs to be rebuilt. He has a place in the NFL....not Denver though.

I have a feeling that if "WE" don't stand up and start voicing "OUR" opinions on this guy, "WE" will end up with him.

Putting him on the list was a Jerry Jones move.......
roll the dice baby!
January 8, 2009

7:14 a.m.

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The_KIMN_Chicken writes:

We haven't interviewed enough people, I'm thinking bring in another doezen or so at this point.
January 8, 2009

7:33 a.m.

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dilligaf writes:

Not to say these coaches resumes aren't important but I have to wonder if Bowlen can tell the differance between the coach and the personnel that plays for them. If we had the players the Ravens have I would have had a good resume. Come on it isn't coach problems that we have had here it is talent. And that is what got Shanny fired for. Shanny is a lot better coach then any of this guys. So the key here is GM.
January 8, 2009

8:01 a.m.

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Broncody writes:

I think thats why he got fired though, Shanny was the GM too. We lost a great HC but at the same time lost a poor GM as far as defensive talent evaluation. I'm still not happy with Moss. Ugh
January 8, 2009

8:27 a.m.

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dilligaf writes:

Broncody
Well if hiring a defencive HC is the answer we will find out if poor coaching was the problem or poor talent. If it was coaching Moss will become a stud.
January 8, 2009

8:27 a.m.

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Stan_C writes:

Sorry, meant Dungy in 2010, not Van Gundy.
January 8, 2009

8:30 a.m.

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Dynamicdave writes:

ORBroncoFan53, at this point, I think it's hard to tell what Bowlen wants? I recall reading an article in the RMN, though, that said that Stoops claimed to know nothing of Denver's interest? That tells me that they never approached him. That tells me that the "rumor mill" was working overtime. Can't always believe the media. They get a rumor in their midst and it can escalate. Believe half of what you see and nothing of what your hear and remember that 1 billion Chinese can't all be Wong. I still say no to college coaches. Bowlen is probably already got his mind made up as to which one he wants, but is going through the motions with other coaches so he won't look to be biased or unfair. It's one of the coaches, IMHO, that is in the playoffs, right now, although McDaniel's could be a sleeper?

Broncody, yeah, Moss hasn't really impressed me, either. Wasted $$. Trading him for a 7th round pick would still be an improvement, ha, ha.
January 8, 2009

8:45 a.m.

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El_Braino writes:

My preference is
1: Spags
2: Frazier
3: McDaniels

I think Frazier is an excellent coach and a motivator. Yes he has talent on his Defense, but how much is his doing? I do have to agree that the suspense is killing me too!
January 8, 2009

9:05 a.m.

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baylinorcrush writes:

Number one need is to rebuild the defense, therefore a defensive coach seems like a must to me. Number two, offensively we need a coach who believes in running the ball first to establish the passing game, not the other way around. The majority of the good teams going deep in the playoffs rely on their ground game: Giants, Panthers, Steelers, Titans.
My hopes: Spagnuolo, Frazier, the Baltimore or the Titans defensive coach. The Tampa guy is too young and Mc Daniels is too pass happy, and no to college coach at this point, we're too good now on offense to have to wait for coaching to catch up to the NFL.
January 8, 2009

9:16 a.m.

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ORBroncoFan53 writes:

Broncody, I wish it was just Moss from that draft that was an all out bust but what about Crowder, this guy hasn't done anything either. And even worse all those free agents that Shanahan brought in on the defensive side of the ball. I have to admit that when we first let Shanahan go I wasn't for it, but if you go way back to 2000 even Shanahan has made one mistake after another on the defensive side of the ball. One thing is there is a ton of great talent in the draft this year and with where we pick in the first round we can grab a great lb, safety, or maybe even RB B Wells from Ohio State.I know we need defensive help but man Hillis and Wells in the backfield would be scary, both weighing over 240 lbs Hillis running a 4.5, Wells running a 4.3-4.4. Now thats what I call a one two punch!
January 8, 2009

9:18 a.m.

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Jubei writes:

From today's DP online:

"They are the Seven who would replace Shanahan.

Once Todd Bowles of the Miami Dolphins has his say today, the Broncos' search committee to replace coach Mike Shanahan will end its parade of candidates at seven."

So it's between Steve Spagnuolo, Josh McDaniels, Raheem Morris, Rick Dennison, Jason Garrett, Leslie Frazier, and Todd Bowles.

No Bob Stoops, no Rex Ryan.

If you believe the Denver Post, then it looks like we'll know pretty quick who the next coach is going to be.

Also from the DP article:

"the Broncos have sent termination notices to the league office for all assistants except Dennison, Jeremy Bates (quarterbacks), Jedd Fisch (receivers), Bobby Turner (running backs), Bill Johnson (defensive line) and Rich Tuten (strength and conditioning)." But the new coach will still have the final say on whether or not to keep these guys.

I was ecstatic to hear about Turner and Fisch, pleased to hear about Bates, and I'm scratching my head over the decision to keep Tuten and Johnson.
January 8, 2009

10:18 a.m.

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ArvadaMiner writes:

To those who are claiming the new coach should leave the offense alone, consider some of the results from last season:
19 points, Loss at KC
16 points at home against TB, but a win due to the defense
17 points at home, loss to Jacksonville
7 points, loss at New England
17 points, loss at home to Miami
That's 5 games in a row below 20 points. Then later in the year:
10 points at home against Oakland
10 points on road at Carolina (admittedly a much better defense than Oakland)

While the statistics on offense looked good, the goal is to score points, and in 7 of 16 games I would say it underperformed in this area. And Oakland and Kansas City are not exactly great defenses. The offense needs to develop a tougher mentality as well. A defensive coach might bring this to the offense as well, but let's not assume that the new coach should just leave the offense as it is. They need some work, too, and a few new assistants on offense that build on the foundation already in place might be a good thing. Cutler needs to grow up quickly, and how he responds to the coaching change can help him become more of a professional.
January 8, 2009

10:19 a.m.

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chill134 writes:

Seems to me Bowlen is waiting for someone to lose in the playoffs. I agree with others who say just make sure the new HC has a defensive mind. All we need on offense is a running back and we will have one of the most high powered offenses in the league. Take a little pressure off Jay and God only knows what he's capable of.
January 8, 2009

10:20 a.m.

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slickwilly writes:

I like Frazier.

Talking about the draft...I hope the safety from USC Taylor Mays is available when the Broncos pick. That dude is a beast and would be in the mold of Bob Sanders and Troy Polamalu, or whatever.

I think he would be a difference maker for the defense.
January 8, 2009

10:31 a.m.

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dilligaf writes:

ArvadaMiner
Your numbers don't tell the whole story.
1. Turnovers was the number two reason for low points.
2. Standing on the sidelines watching the other team move up & down the field eating clock was number one.
January 8, 2009

10:33 a.m.

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Jubei writes:

I agree with chill134.

Red zone offense was still a problem this season. When you don't have a reliable running game and a big RB to use near the goal line, then you lose a good portion of the red zone playbook.

I like the thought of Torain (a bigger back with decent speed) at RB and Hillis at FB in goal line situations. With Peyton the Punisher in the line-up, the defense has to be aware of his skills as a blocker, rusher, and receiver. Even using a two-back, two TE set would put Torain, Hillis, Sheffler, Graham, and Marshall on the field at the same time. Fade route to BM? Counter run to Torain? PA pass to Hillis? Or maybe hit the TEs in the back of the end zone. Pick your poison.

But without a great running game, that all goes away.
January 8, 2009

10:47 a.m.

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upacreek333 writes:

I'm not interested in Stoops... the NFL is a black hole for most ex-college coaches who aren't used to pulling 100 hours a week ... Sabin, Spurrier ... even Lou Holtz. Stick to an NFL coach.

The longer we wait, the more I think canning Shanny was a mistake, but time will tell. I honestly thought that making the playoffs with this young roster and all the injuries would have been a miracle, and they dang near did it, despite getting creamed in their last three games. One more year with the young talent would have landed them back in the post-season, and if the Goodmans could replicate the last couple of drafts, only with a defensive emphasis, in two years, we'd have a dynasty built.

I regret Shanahan's firing... I think it was premature.
January 8, 2009

10:48 a.m.

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tbozrulez writes:

As a Vikings fan as well as a Broncos fan, I feel that Frazier would be an excellent choice for head coach of the Broncos. He motivates well, the players respect him, and so on.

If the Broncos don't hire him, maybe when Wilf fires Childress next year (you want to talk about horrible coaching, look at that clown), either Shanahan or Frazier will get the job.

Either way, the guy is a great coach and an great candidate. I am glad Bowlen had him in for an interview.
January 8, 2009

10:52 a.m.

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ArvadaMiner writes:

Dilligaf,
Unless you are playing fantasy football, I believe points on the scoreboard pretty much tell the story. Doesn't matter how many yards we rack up if we don't score points, or if we turn the ball over. Your point is valid about a defense that can't get off the field. That does affect the mentality on offense (more pressure to be great all the time). Going with a defensive minded coach would be great. However, let's go with the most qualified candidate we can find, even if he happens to have more experience coaching offense. And if we hire a defensive coach and he wants to tweak the offense or change some of the assistants, he should. Our offense needs to improve, too, while the defense must improve dramatically.
January 8, 2009

11:05 a.m.

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BigRedCelt writes:

ArvadaMiner-Great point on the offense. Of course you have to preface that with "I know there were a glut of injuries in the backfield" or the "real fans" here will have a fit. I'm not a Bates fan at all and the thought of Dennison as HC sends chills down my spine. I think his playcalling is very predictable and downright stupid on a some occasions. Reverses and tosses on third and short??? No long ball. The mid-range pass was figured out and stopped. It will work in the middle of the field, but if that's all you've got it won't work in the red zone. The bootleg seemed to dissapear near the end of the season. Not because teams were stopping it, but because they stopped running it. Youth also was a huge contributing factor.

A good coach knows how to tweak their philosopy to fit his players. I would think that an good offensive minded coach would understand the enormous talent this offense has and understand their strengths. So I'm not afraid of a change in offensive coaching. I would think during the interview proccess it would be determined that they didn't have wholesale changes in mind. I would like to see Rod Smith as the recievers coach if he were interested. Someone to teach the recievers to "COME BACK FOR THE BALL"!!!!!

To the guy that mentioned drafting Wells, NO WAY.!!! There is too much needed on the defensive side of the ball to spend that high a draft pick on an RB. Hillis and Torain (if he can stay healthy) I think will be a tremendous backfield.

The defense is bad because of both players and coaching. Mabybe a good coach can bring out the talent in Moss and Crowder. I did say maybe.

I'd like to see Spags or Frazier. NO STOOPS!!!!

oh yeah...DRE BLY MUST GO!!!!!!!
January 8, 2009

11:14 a.m.

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Broncody writes:

ORBronco53 I'm with you when it comes to Wells, I would like to have Knowshon in the backfield possibly too. A defensive player from the USC "Goldmine" would put a smile on my face too though.
I don't want a college coach or a pats coach. I would take Pioli if he is available to be the Broncos GM. I want a defensive coach who yells and stays intense as opposed to Shanny's glare. I want somebody to get in the face of these guys and make them tougher. Nobody would accuse the Denver Broncos as being a physically intimidating team. The teams in the AFC that I would fear playing every sunday are intimidating; Steelers, Titans, Ravens.

If we don't draft a RB in an early round how about signing Darren Sproles? Pay him just so we don't have to play him.
January 8, 2009

11:24 a.m.

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ORBroncoFan53 writes:

Jubei, I just read the same article and I guess if we are going to call it a day at 7 interviews, my pick would be first Spagnuolo, then Morris, then Frazier. If Bowlen picks McDaniels like some reports out there are saying I hope we get a big name Defensive Coordinator. Who knows McDaniels, Bates and a really good Defensive Coordinator might be the way to go.
January 8, 2009

11:54 a.m.

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ORBroncoFan53 writes:

Broncody, I would love Sproles also, but there is no way San Diego is letting him go with how injury prone LT has been the last few years. Besides I wouldn't pay that kind of money on a runningback whan we have a Sproles clone that will be returning from IR next year in Anthony Alridge.I watched this guy at the University of Houston and he is a low 4.3 guy, not to mention how well he looked in the pre season. I forgot to put him in the mix in my last post but man Hillis ,Torain, Alridge for a change of pace and then add Wells to that mix . WOW!!!
January 8, 2009

12:15 p.m.

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liesandpropaganda08 writes:

BigRedCelt, ArvadaMiner- Agreed. Our offense can be better, which is why I want to focus downfield first. We have a big receiver to make the tough grabs over the middle, Eddie can stretch the field, Stokley quick precise routes, and the "x" factor being Hillis. Oh, and Cutler has the arm to do it.

We need a running game but it would be stupid to make the above mentioned talent wait for that to happen. Spread the field and let Jay go to work.
January 8, 2009

12:26 p.m.

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Broncody writes:

Yeah it would be tough to get him but I like to think about Phillis Rivers without a run game and D-lines just coming after him and putting him into the ground 5+ times a game. So many ifs with the run game though. If Torain stays healthy, if Alridge can take 15+ carries a game, if the new HC doesn't mess with the offense too much. Hillis will do fine as far as I can tell. Moreno or Wells could be a 1300 yard rusher next year in my opinion. James Laurenitis would be hard to pass up too. Taylor Mays, Rey Maualuga, Brandon Spikes, or Peria Jerry. I would be happy with any of them.
January 8, 2009

12:58 p.m.

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Dynamicdave writes:

Denver's offense was still #3 in the NFL, no matter how you slice it. With the RB injuries, it prevented Denver from being #1. Yet, you guys want to get rid of Dennison, and Turner, as well? Huh? Turner worked wonders with the replacement RB's that Denver had to plug in there quicker then 'the little Dutch boy had to plug the dike.
ArvadaMiner , most of those stats were more of the defensive players fault, not the O. True, there was a lot of fumbling which hurt, early on, but that is a player not focusing on the ball handling, enough. Mental errors, which seemed to right themselves at the end of the year. Dennison, IMO, will still be here. As far as predictability, When the Broncos get another HC, I'm willing to bet he will "tweak" the play calling somewhat, regardless. It will be a different team on the field, this next season.
January 8, 2009

12:58 p.m.

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BigRedCelt writes:

Drafting Moreno or Wells when there is so much talent needed on the D side of the ball would be the ultimate in stupidity. Laurenitis, Mays or Maualuga wil be available when Denver drafts and cannot be passed for a RB. No way. Everytime I see Ed Reed make a play I just cringe at the thought of Lelie. Don't forget the SS from Missouri (forgetting his name at the moment). He may be better than Mays.

In a perfect world. Get Vilma, if the Saints don't sing him, draft Mays and a DE in the 2nd.

I think the coach here is going to be Spags.

DRE BLY MUST GO!!!!!!
January 8, 2009

1:15 p.m.

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BigRedCelt writes:

Definitely don't want to get rid of Turner. Don't want to see Dennison go, just don't want him as HC. I just don't care for Bates at all. Denver’s offensive problems were deeper than the RB position although that was huge. A way to slice the offense that does not add up to #3..scoring. Last I checked that's how games are decided. The offence was saddled all too often having to drive the length of the field to score. That's a big issue.

I'm hoping to see Selvin Young gone next year. Never understood the facination there. Bottom line is this team needs attitude and toughness.
January 8, 2009

1:23 p.m.

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18sPrimary writes:

I tried to read all the post's here, but my eyes started to blur, so forgive me if this has already been stated here:

Anyone read the article where Rex Ryan ranted about wanted a shot as a head coach and he would bring Mike Nolan with him?
I think that would be a great idea. 2 Defensive studs, leave Dennison and Bates doing what they do and draft Taylor Mays with the 12th pick.

That oughta do it.
January 8, 2009

1:31 p.m.

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ORBroncoFan53 writes:

I think Taylor Mays is the guy the Broncos should take.Ithink Safety is our biggest need, and even though Mays and Barrett both play strong safety this could work. I would start Woodyard, Larsen and DJ Williams at linebacker. Except for Elvis everybody on the d-line can go and I wouldn't miss them. One guy that to me never fit was Engelberger, I mean I don't dislike the guy, he just is to small and really hardly ever made a play. He was ok against the run but never put any pressure on the Quarterback.
January 8, 2009

1:34 p.m.

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Dynamicdave writes:

BigRedCelt, I also thing Spags is in the lead. Something tells me Spags wants the Broncos, as well. Who's to say there wasn't a "secret agreement" made that is "hush" because of league rules? The other coaches may just be a "smoke-screen". Of course, I could be completely off base on this and they hire someone else? This is worse then waiting for the winning lotto ticket #'s to be called and only 4 tickets were bought by the public.
January 8, 2009

2:51 p.m.

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voicewithin writes:

Leslie Frazier is a coach that can work with our present offensive coaches while sitting a foundation for a new improved defense His record shows he is a doer. He gets it done. The Broncos are in a youth movement. Having Frazier as Head Coach would blend into our program well. Flashy names don't matter results matter.

We need a coach that can work with our present offensive coaches while sitting a foundation for a new improved defense.
January 8, 2009

2:56 p.m.

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Spider writes:

Wells is too proned to injuries.....Just what the team needs another RB on IR. They need to jump on either the safety or LB from USC depending on which one is available at 12.
January 8, 2009

3:35 p.m.

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liesandpropaganda08 writes:

Do not mess with the Bates/Cutler project. Jay is happy with this guy and our offense looked impressive at times. Dennison, Bates, and Turner need to stay. Not sure what they saw in the D- line coach and Tuten. I hope the new coach fires those guys while he is on the phone with Bowlen accepting the job.
January 8, 2009

3:56 p.m.

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Dynamicdave writes:

1.) Rey Maualuga (LB, USC)
2.) Taylor Mays (S, USC)
3.) Greg Middleton (DE, Indiana)
4.) Sean Lee (LB, Penn State)
5.) Derry Beckwith (LB, LSU)
These are a few to mull over for the 1st and maybe 2nd round. None of them will be around for later rounds so maybe Denver can trade later round picks for another #1? We have 10 picks, this year.

1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 5th, 6th, 6th, 7th, 7th.
January 8, 2009

4:08 p.m.

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AKuser writes:

dynamicdave,

You mention Moss and Crowder from that draft who have not lived up to the billing but the jury is still out on them. Clearly the dline coaching from the old staff was horrible. You fail to mention Marcus Thomas and Ryan Harris (just named all pro by SI). Getting one of the best young right tackles in the league and a starting Dtackle is certainly pretty good in any draft and helps to make up for Moss and Crowder if they ultimately are total busts.
January 8, 2009

4:09 p.m.

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El_Braino writes:

Bad news today...
ESPN is reporting that Tom Nalen is retiring.

Also a lot of talk that the Broncos are set to announce their choice for coach on Monday - Josh McDaniels, with Dom Capers as our D - Coordinator...
January 8, 2009

5:20 p.m.

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BigRedCelt writes:

Hate to see Tom go. What a player. Glad we got Casey last season.

I'm hoping that's just a rumor about the coaching annoucement. However, that's not a bad combination.
January 8, 2009

5:56 p.m.

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incognitoboy writes:

if rey maualuga is still there at #12, he must not be left for the next team.

he will make ALL who pass on him regret it.

he might even make us all forget about al wilson.

spags or frasier for HC, maualuga #1 draft pick......

i will smile very wide.

tom nalen, last of the broncos ring-bearers, thank you for all you have done for the franchise, and we await your inductions to the ring and hall with equal amounts of sadness and pride. good luck in the future......want a job as HC? i hear there's a local team looking!
January 8, 2009

6:12 p.m.

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ORBroncoFan53 writes:

BigRedCelt, Is it McDaniels or Capers you're not big on. I posted today that McDaniels might be the guy and maybe that wouldn't be so bad as long as we got a real good D Coordinator and thats what this would be .Capers is one heck of a coordinator(Steelers, Jaguars, Dolphins), although I will agree not much of a head coach. He has a lot of experience, who knows I did hear a little while ago Bowlen would make his decision by Monday?
January 8, 2009

6:12 p.m.

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BrianMcL writes:

Often times when someone from another company comes highly recommended, that company may just be trying to move him out of their organization so they don't have to fire him and keep paying him.....so be very careful when looking at some of these guys....

Also, in looking at the credentials of some of the applicants they appear to be great in some areas and may have little or no experience in other areas. That being the case, one applicant, who happens to be the in-house candidate (Rick Dennison) has experience as a Denver Bronco line backer and special teams player (defensive knowledge), served as special teams coach (when the special teams were good), served as the offensive line coach, and as the "offensive coordinator". He would provide continuity to the team and has been a part of the Broncos tradition for longer than many "posters" have been fans. Although Dennison may not be flashy, he has an outstanding grasp of the game on all three fronts (offense, defense and special teams) and he is a known commodity to the owner, front office staff and the players (see Nick Saban, Miami Dolphins, Bobby Petrino, Atlanta Falcons, etc.). And finally, he is not going anywhere else, as he is fully committed to the City and will not cost Mr. Bowlen the $ that some of the other more "flashy" applicants would cost, which in these dire economic times may be a deciding factor in who is selected, as the Bronos are on the hook for a lot of money to Coach Shanahan and many others.

Dennison is the most qualified and logical choice......
January 8, 2009

6:15 p.m.

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Dynamicdave writes:

AKuser, I think you have me confused with a different poster? I only said, on my 8:30am post, "yeah, Moss hasn't really impressed me, either. Wasted $$. Trading him for a 7th round pick would still be an improvement, ha, ha.". I never mentioned Moss in any other post and I never even spoke of Crowder, at all? I think you have me confused with ORBroncoFan53 article. No worries.
January 8, 2009

6:21 p.m.

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ORBroncoFan53 writes:

BrianMcL, do you really think Bowlen is feeling '' dire economic times", Come on he owns one of the most profitable teams in sports.I can't speak for Pat, but I would think his ends are a meetin. If he finds the coach he wants a price tag wont be a factor. He wants a 10 out of 10, he wants a Super Bowl these are his words not mine.
January 8, 2009

6:24 p.m.

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ORBroncoFan53 writes:

AKuser, Dynamicdave is wright I think it was me who said Crowder was a bust .
January 8, 2009

6:25 p.m.

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Dynamicdave writes:

El_Braino, I hope Casey stays on. If what you said about the coaching position is correct, then Denver is not going with Spags. McDaniel or Frazier or Morris?
January 8, 2009

6:52 p.m.

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liesandpropaganda08 writes:

I would like to see the McDaniels/Capers coaching duo but IMO Spagnuolo will get it.

El_Braino where did you get the info?
January 8, 2009

8:19 p.m.

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BigRedCelt writes:

I don't have a problem with McDaniels and Capers if that rumor is true I would just rather have Spags or Frazier. The McDaniels/Capers combo would be very interesting though.

I don't know where people are getting that Bowlen is having finacial issues. Outside of this forum nothing like this has been mentioned.
January 8, 2009

8:30 p.m.

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Dynamicdave writes:

BigRedCelt, Bowlen has no issues. They are speculating and listening too much to gossip. He has 39.9 million to work with on the salary cap, as is. Now, with trades and releasing of players during the off season, that will free up more. If Shanahan goes back to work, that's another 20 million free. I looked and looked but saw absolutely nothing on "the coaching choice on Monday rumor." They said that they will narrow it down to at least 3 (to come in for a 2nd interview) by Monday. That could still include Spags. Can't talk to him again, though, unless the Giants lose. They could conceivably have a coach picked on Monday, but that's providing they are decided on 1 candidate only and still not weeding them out.
January 8, 2009

8:46 p.m.

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liesandpropaganda08 writes:

Dynamicdave- I agree that Bowlen has NO money issues. I hate hearing that crap and that logic will not get us a championship. If we are getting the 10 of 10 guy, Bowlen's gonna' make it rain.

No bargain bin coaches......not at those ticket prices!
January 8, 2009

9:25 p.m.

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Dynamicdave writes:

liesandpropaganda08, agreed. No time to go "bargain basement'. Need to pay quality to get quality, most of the time. As far as who, well we just have to sit on "pins and needles", a little while longer. I just wish Shanahan would go back to work and give up the 20 million. I don't think he will, though. I expect him to take a year off.
January 8, 2009

10:14 p.m.

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liesandpropaganda08 writes:

Dynamicdave- Yeah, unless the Cowboy opening becomes available. Shanny wouldn't coach those dysfunctional misfits, but I have noticed Adam Jones was released, Tank Johnson is next, and TO is a possibility. Maybe Jones is cleaning house for Shanny? We'll see.

As for the waiting.....think Tom Petty probably said it best. Truth is I don't care how long it takes as long as Bowlen does not reach.

I'm excited though.....coaching search, talent evaluation/releases/renegotiations/trades, FA signings, and the draft. Oh yeah.....after that we can get back to football!

The season never ends!
January 8, 2009

11:27 p.m.

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Dynamicdave writes:

liesandpropaganda08, not as long as you have Directv, it doesn't. NFL Network/Total Access.

Let Shanahan go to Dallas, just free up the 20 million. Pacman can go play Canadian football, Tank can join him and TO can find another QB to distance himself from.
January 9, 2009

9:03 a.m.

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El_Braino writes:

Sorry for the late post. The McDaniels / Capers rumer comes from the National Football Post's Michael Lombardi. Here is his quote:
"From what I’m hearing, the Broncos loved New England offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, who seems to be formulating his staff, including Dom Capers as his defensive coordinator. The Broncos will not take much more time and will make a decision in the next week."
January 9, 2009

10:16 a.m.

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Dynamicdave writes:

El_Braino, thanks. I guess we'll know soon enough, then.

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