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Denver Broncos evolve into Orange Crush 2.0

Found December 29, 2012 on The Penalty Flag: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Champ Bailey,  Von Miller,  Elvis Dumervil
TEAMS: Denver Broncos
Some folks might remember the Dallas Cowboys and their Doomsday Defense, or the Minnesota Vikings as the Purple People Eaters. Others may recall the Steel Curtain from the Pittsburgh Steelers or the Over-the Hill Gang of the Washington Redskins. The 70’s seemed to be the decade of nicknames for the NFL based upon the level of play and the players that anchored each team’s performance. Lately, local writers have been comparing this year’s Denver Broncos defense to that of the Orange Crush defense of the 70’s. Players such as Champ Bailey, Von Miller, and Elvis Dumervil, all of who are headed to the Pro Bowl, bubble to the top of discussion.… Read more
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