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2012-2013 Final Season NFL Punter Rankings

This article ranks the top punters following the conclusion of the 2012-13 NFL season. There are currently 32 ranking spots based off of the qualifications required for each punter. These rankings do not reflect a player's longevity, but rather focuses on their overall talent and success during the recent season.These rankings also will not reflect on the entry season rankings...
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2 days ago  |  Discuss

Broncos Re-Sign Punter Britton Colquitt to One-Year Deal

NFL News: Britton Colquitt was re-signed by the Denver Broncos to a one-year deal worth 1.3 million dollars. The Broncos high-flying offense should help to keep Colquitt’s leg staying fresh all season. Fantasy Ramifications: Unless you are in a league that employs punters, this signing has no bearing. BUT, if you are in a league that does play punters, Colquitt is one of the...
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April 23, 2013  |  Discuss

Broncos P Colquitt signs free agent tender

Denver punter Britton Colquitt has signed his free agent tender that will pay him $1,323,000 next season. The Broncos gambled slightly by tendering him with a ''right of first refusal'' distinction, a tender that paid him less than the $2,023,000 that comes with a ''second round'' distinction and opened the possibility of other teams making a bid...
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April 23, 2013  |  Discuss

Broncos P Colquitt Signs Free Agent Tender

Denver punter Britton Colquitt has signed his free agent tender that will pay him $1,323,000 next season. The Broncos gambled slightly by tendering him with a ''right of first refusal'' distinction, a tender that paid him less than the $2,023,000 that comes with a ''second round'' distinction and opened the possibility of other teams making a bid...
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April 23, 2013  |  Discuss

Broncos use 1-year RFA tenders on five players

Jeff Gross/Getty Images On Friday, the Denver Broncos placed tenders on five players.  Details below via the Denver Post: “The Broncos tendered restricted free-agent punter Britton Colquitt with a “right of first refusal” distinction that would pay him a $1.323 million salary for the 2013 season. “The Broncos also offered right-of-first-refusal tenders to two other restricted...
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March 09, 2013  |  Discuss

Broncos Plan To Tender Three, Including Punter Britton Colquitt

The Broncos notified the agents of restricted free agents Britton Colquitt, Chris Clark and Lance Ball that they will be tendered contracts Tuesday, Mike Klis of the Denver Post reports. Colquitt, one of the NFL's top punters, would receive a second-round tender that would pay him $2.023 million in salary for the 2013 season or a "right of first refusal" tender that...
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March 07, 2013  |  Discuss

Broncos expected to tender Colquitt for $2M

(Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images) Last week, the Denver Broncos locked up Ryan Clady by placing their franchise tag on the Pro Bowl left tackle.  Once the new league year begins, they are expected to place a second-round tender on punter Britton Colquitt. “Colquitt is already a restricted free agent. To make sure he stays restricted, the Broncos are expected to place a second...
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March 04, 2013  |  Discuss

NFL players don't want lose kickoffs

Each of the eight teams still standing in the NFL playoffs can thank their special teams for helping to get them there. It's part of any winning formula. That's just one reason players remain upset that Commissioner Roger Goodell has floated the idea of abolishing kickoffs altogether. Baltimore Ravens return specialist Jacoby Jones returned two kickoffs for touchdowns this...
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January 10, 2013  |  Discuss

NFL players don't want kickoffs to get the boot

(Eds: APNewsNow. With AP Photos.) By ARNIE STAPLETON AP Pro Football Writer Each of the eight teams still standing in the NFL playoffs can thank their special teams for helping to get them there. It's part of any winning formula. That's just one reason players remain upset that Commissioner Roger Goodell has floated the idea of abolishing kickoffs altogether. Baltimore...
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January 10, 2013  |  Discuss

Chiefs' Colquitt unsung star for losing team

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) The job description alone should scare away all but the most confident of souls. Must be able to kick an awkwardly shaped ball at least 50 yards. Must generate enough hang-time to enable proper coverage. Must do it all in the midst of thousands of screaming fans, with half a dozen defenders bringing pressure and the game's outcome hanging in the balance...
Via Fox Sports Kansas City
December 28, 2012  |  Discuss

Special teams is the glue of the Denver Broncos

(Eds: APNewsNow. With AP Photos.) By ARNIE STAPLETON AP Pro Football Writer Britton Colquitt's right leg seemed to get as much work as Tim Tebow's left arm last year. He punted an astonishing 101 times, which he likens to packing two years' worth of experience into one season. This year, it's down to 37 punts, on pace for 66. Such is life with Peyton Manning under...
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November 16, 2012  |  Discuss

Daily Links: Denver Broncos News – 7/2/12

Be sure to follow me on Twitter for more Broncos updates throughout the day. Denver Broncos News Reasons Broncos will win in 2012 | First and Orange 1. Peyton Manning is their quarterback. He’ll run the no-huddle in altitude. Reasons Broncos may struggle in 2012 | First and Orange 2. Manning may need a year to shake off rust and rebuild arm strength. A look at the opponents:...
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July 02, 2012  |  Discuss

Daily Links: Denver Broncos News – 7/2/12

Be sure to follow me on Twitter for more Broncos updates throughout the day. Denver Broncos News Reasons Broncos will win in 2012 | First and Orange 1. Peyton Manning is their quarterback. He’ll run the no-huddle in altitude. Reasons Broncos may struggle in 2012 | First and Orange 2. Manning may need a year to shake off rust and rebuild arm strength. A look at the opponents:...
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July 02, 2012  |  Discuss

More free agent signings coming in Denver?

Amobi Okoye seen during the 2011 season. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images) Things have slowed down in Dove Valley and it has been quiet on the free agency front, but the team may not be done bringing in players.  On Monday, Denver Broncos General Manager Brian Xanders said “we’re not done” signing free agents — yet. Since then, the team has re-signed exclusive rights...
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April 05, 2012  |  Discuss

Denver Broncos re-sign Punter Britton Colquitt

(Photo courtesy of Getty Images) The Denver Broncos on Wednesday re-signed exclusive rights free agent punter Britton Colquitt, according to ESPN‘s Adam Schefter.  Colquitt, 27, is entering his fourth season with the team. Emerging last season as one of the more reliable punters in the league, Colquitt (6-3, 205 pounds), punted 101 times in 2011 (2nd) for 4,783 yards (1st) and...
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April 04, 2012  |  Discuss

Broncos place franchise tag on Matt Prater, will negotiate long-term contract

Matt Prater and Britton Colquitt in 2010 (Doug Pensinger/Getty Images) Confirming an earlier report, the Denver Broncos placed their franchise tag on kicker Matt Prater today, extending the would-be free agent’s contract through 2012. “He is a very talented kicker and an important part of our team,” Executive Vice President of Football Operations John Elway said in a statement...
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March 05, 2012  |  Discuss

Broncos’ Prater Wins Denver Sports Award

Denver Broncos kicker Matt Prater‘s two field goals in week fourteen against the Chicago Bears last season were named the Denver Sports’ Top Moment of 2011 on Thursday night during a red carpet awards show at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.  Denver’s Punter, Britton Colquitt accepted the award for Prater. Congrats to Matt Prater...
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March 02, 2012  |  Discuss

2011 Broncos: Spreading the Ball Around

A lot of players have gotten their hands on the football this season in Denver. (Images courtesy of Getty Images, AP Photos and Reuters Pictures) This season in Denver, the Broncos have certainly spread the football around.  Nearly 30 different players touched the ball this season, either returning an interception or kick, passing or rushing. Last season, only two players attempted...
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December 30, 2011  |  Discuss

Odds great of late that Broncos' Prater comes through

Matt Prater and Britton Colquitt are quite content in their corner of the Broncos' locker room at Dove Valley.
Via Denver Post
December 16, 2011  |  Discuss

Denver vs. Chicago: Five Things To Expect

Chicago Bears (7-5, 2-2 div.) @ Denver Broncos (7-5, 3-2 div.) All-Time Series: Denver trails 6-7 (4-3 home) Last Meeting: @Chicago 37, Denver 34, OT (2007 Week 12) Latest Line:  Broncos  -3.5 (35.5) CHFF Power Rankings: Denver (10), Chicago (11) The Denver Broncos are riding high after another Tebow-licious victory in Minneapolis last week, their 5th straight. Chicago will...
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December 09, 2011  |  Discuss

Colquitt pinning teams deep for Broncos

(Eds: APNewsNow. Will be updated. With AP Photos.) By EDDIE PELLS AP National Writer They say Tim Tebow makes everyone around him better. Nobody would agree more than a player who's never on the field with him. That would be Broncos punter Britton Colquitt, who is making a Pro Bowl bid and helping spark a playoff push by putting the Broncos ahead in the field-position game that...
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December 08, 2011  |  Discuss

Denver Broncos Game Plan Evolves Weekly

The (7-5) Denver Broncos are proving there is no such thing as a consistent game plan as their offense and defense are "up in the air" each week. Based on their opponents and suited to fit quarterback Tim Tebow, even the first half does not represent the second. While it may seem normal to game-plan according to each individual team what we are witnessing on this Denver...
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December 08, 2011  |  Discuss

Colquitt on facial hair and Fox (fart joke included)

Seriously, someone get Britton Colquitt his own radio show as soon as possible. The Broncos punter had the media room in fits of laughter Monday as he told stories about head coach John Fox and special teams partner Matt Prater. Colquitt was engaged in a serious dialogue about why players have responded so well to Fox. Colquitt called Fox a players’ coach, someone who always knows...
Via Denver Post
December 05, 2011  |  Discuss

Broncos 17 – Jets 13: Game Balls

The BroncoTalk Staff gathers following each Broncos win to each hand out game balls. Here are the deserved Denverites following the Broncos’ 17-13 win against the Jets Thursday night. Von Miller Once again, I have to give my game ball to Von Miller. Now, there are some who say that Miller is going under the radar. This is totally not true. Tonight, he had 9.5 tackles and 1.5...
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November 18, 2011  |  Discuss

Voting for the 2012 Pro Bowl Starts Today

Voting for the 2012 AFC/NFC All Star game started on Tuesday afternoon across the country.  Fans can begin voting for their favorite NFL players at NFL.com/ProBowl. Fan voting accounts for one third of the results, as the coaches and players place the other two thirds of the votes.  The 2012 Pro Bowl will be played  on Sunday, January 29th, 2012 at Aloha Stadium, in Honolulu...
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October 25, 2011  |  Discuss
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