http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/teams/denver_broncos/35 Recent articles about Denver Broncos en-us Peyton Manning was flattered by a recent comment Jerry Jones made about him It probably isn’t a huge surprise to hear Peyton Manning credit his cerebral side for the edge he gets. After all, it’s no secret that Manning spends hours of time studying film and his opponents. Manning was speaking with USA Today about a recent comment Dallas Cowboys owner, Jerry Jones made about the Denver Broncos quarterback that had him feeling flattered. Via USA Today: Peyton Manning read last month that, in NFL circles, his name has become synonymous with work, as Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones challenged quarterback Tony Romo to put in “Peyton Manning-type time on the job.” Manning told USA TODAY Sports on Tuesday he was flattered by the idea that he is the NFL standard bearer for how to do the job of an NFL quarterback. “I guess I would take that as a flattering comment. It’s not really for me to weigh in on what’s going on there [in Dallas],” Manning said. “But I have always thought a quarterback has to Wed, 22 May 2013 17:19:04 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/peyton_manning_say_his_cerebral_part_is_the_reason_for_his_edge/13673836 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/peyton_manning_say_his_cerebral_part_is_the_reason_for_his_edge/13673836 Peyton Manning say his “cerebral part” is the reason for his edge http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/articles/peyton_manning_say_his_cerebral_part_is_the_reason_for_his_edge/13673836 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/a/f/afce541ebae18e86baf4bdd4c07ea039b0ea4b3a/mini/6740672.jpg Defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio understands where the NFL is heading and he wants a middle linebacker who can travel in the same direction. NFL offenses are exploding, the read-option, the no huddle, and the hurry up are just a few new wrinkles teams are throwing at opposing defenses. Del Rio is looking for a player who can diagnose what’s going on and then get his teammates in the correct positions. He specifically spoke of the New England Patriots and their meeting in 2012, where he felt it was closer to a track meet than football game. Finding a player who can get the call and communicate them fast is of utmost importance, but should be a little easier for Del Rio since Peyton Manning is on the other side of the ball at practice. However, second year linebacker Nate Irving will get the ‘first crack’ at winning the position. Selected in the third round (67) of the 2010 NFL Draft, the North Carolina product has limited experience, but Del Rio feels he has the tools f... Wed, 22 May 2013 16:07:52 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/broncos_defensive_coordinator_jack_del_rio_says_nate_irving_will_get_the_first_chance_at_middle_linebacker_hes_getting_the_first_crack_at_it/13673293 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/broncos_defensive_coordinator_jack_del_rio_says_nate_irving_will_get_the_first_chance_at_middle_linebacker_hes_getting_the_first_crack_at_it/13673293 Broncos’ defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio says Nate Irving will get the first chance at middle linebacker: ‘He's getting the first crack at it” http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/broncos_defensive_coordinator_jack_del_rio_says_nate_irving_will_get_the_first_chance_at_middle_linebacker_hes_getting_the_first_crack_at_it/13673293 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/9/f/9f862e76cd77395ef0f8748ce8962ab187c40789/mini/jacksonville-jaguars.jpg During his time with the New England Patriots, Wes Welker was arguably the most reliable receiver in the league. The 112 passes he caught per year proved he was Tom Brady’s favorite target, but that does not mean he will serve the same role for Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos. Welker played alongside Randy Moss for three seasons, but he has never played with as talented a receiving corps as the one the Broncos will have in 2013. Eric Decker caught 85 passes for 1,064 yards and 13 touchdowns last season. Demaryius Thomas hauled in 94 passes for 1,434 yards and 10 touchdowns. To think that Welker will come in and match the production he had in New England would be unrealistic, and Welker is hoping that won’t be the case. “If I have to catch 112 balls, that probably means we’re in trouble,” Welker said Monday after his first official practice with the Broncos, via the Denver Post. “(The catches) are not the goal. The goal is to go out there and help your team win games. However m... Wed, 22 May 2013 11:18:13 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/wes_welker_broncos_in_trouble_if_i_have_to_catch_112_passes/13670806 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/wes_welker_broncos_in_trouble_if_i_have_to_catch_112_passes/13670806 Wes Welker: Broncos ‘in trouble’ if I have to catch 112 passes http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/wes_welker_broncos_in_trouble_if_i_have_to_catch_112_passes/13670806 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/2/e2ca646c1b27a072c86ff72461bce23967c731cb/mini/6935598.jpg The Denver Broncos have gotten word that safety Blake Gideon is retiring from the National Football League. Gideon, who was an undrafted free agent just a year ago has given up on the thought of making it as a player in the game and will now focus on the next part of his life. FFLockerRoom wishes Gideon well in any venture that he takes on. In another move, Denver has also waived running back Mario Fannin who has been injured the past two years, having torn  both, his ACL and Achilles. The post Blake Gideon Of The Denver Broncos Retires, Mario Fannin Waived appeared first on FFLockerRoom | Fantasy Sports Advice | Sports News | Sports Talk |. Wed, 22 May 2013 11:13:58 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/blake_gideon_of_the_denver_broncos_retires_mario_fannin_waived/13670800 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/blake_gideon_of_the_denver_broncos_retires_mario_fannin_waived/13670800 Blake Gideon Of The Denver Broncos Retires, Mario Fannin Waived http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/blake_gideon_of_the_denver_broncos_retires_mario_fannin_waived/13670800 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png New Denver Broncos receiver Wes Welker doesn’t believe he needs to catch over a hundred balls for the team’s offense for them to be successful. Welker feels it should be the inverse, the less he has to catch, the more productive the offense will be. During his time in New England, Welker was a pass catching machine from the slot position. As Tom Brady’s security blanket, he was the outlet receiver when everything broke down. However, in Denver with Peyton Manning, things will be different. Manning love using the slot, but unlike Brady, Manning has two legitimate outside targets in Demaryius Thomas and Eric Decker. Having those two gives Manning more options downfield where he likes to throw. Welker knows his role will be different as a Bronco, but if he has to catch a hundred balls, the team could be in trouble. "If I have to catch 112 balls, that probably means we're in trouble," Welker said, via Mike Klis of the Denver Post. "(The catches) are not ... Wed, 22 May 2013 10:31:05 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/wes_welker_says_if_i_have_to_catch_112_balls_that_probably_means_were_in_trouble/13670350 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/wes_welker_says_if_i_have_to_catch_112_balls_that_probably_means_were_in_trouble/13670350 Wes Welker says, ‘If I have to catch 112 balls, that probably means we're in trouble’ http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/wes_welker_says_if_i_have_to_catch_112_balls_that_probably_means_were_in_trouble/13670350 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/9/9/99f0662e77bd9c94fe4420abf32e2327c7373a85/mini/6745334.jpg The Denver Broncos keep bringing in veteran free-agent cornerbacks and Chris Harris keeps fending them off. He aims to do the same with Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, who signed a one-year, $5 million deal with Denver this spring. Last season, the Broncos brought in Drayton Florence and Tracy Porter. Florence was cut in training camp and Porter started the season as the right cornerback but got sick and never won his job back with Harris playing so well. Rodgers-Cromartie is slated to start opposite Champ Bailey this season with Harris moving to nickel back. That's not really a demotion because in today's pass-heavy NFL, teams consider the third cornerback another starter. Harris also wants to start in the Broncos' base defense, though, and history shows he has a good shot. Tue, 21 May 2013 17:56:57 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/harris_aims_to_fend_off_rodgers_cromartie/13665925 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/harris_aims_to_fend_off_rodgers_cromartie/13665925 Harris aims to fend off Rodgers-Cromartie http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/harris_aims_to_fend_off_rodgers_cromartie/13665925 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/9/7/971326a8728eee0411c8112af16a66ee6096f064/mini/6699762.jpg Wes Welker, Demaryus Thomas and Eric Decker all caught over 80 passes last season.  All three players should expect to a dramatic reduction now that Welker came over from New England. Welker sounds like he’s fine with not catching a lot of balls this season. “If I have to catch 112 balls, that probably means we’re in trouble,” Welker said, per the Denver Post. Welker says it’s all about winning, not stats. “(The catches) are not the goal,” Welker said. “The goal is to go out there and help your team win games. However many catches that is, however many blocks that takes, however many routes I’ve got to run, whatever. I think we all feel the same way about that.“ Welker has quickly realized how talented the guys around him are. “I mean, we have two really good guys. We can’t ignore them,” Welker said. “If one guy is catching 112 balls, the defense is focusing in on that guy. We want defenses focusing on everybody and having to worry about everybody. That was one of the main reasons Tue, 21 May 2013 13:24:40 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/wes_welker_if_i_have_to_catch_112_balls_that_probably_means_were_in_trouble/13663795 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/wes_welker_if_i_have_to_catch_112_balls_that_probably_means_were_in_trouble/13663795 Wes Welker: “If I have to catch 112 balls, that probably means we’re in trouble” http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/wes_welker_if_i_have_to_catch_112_balls_that_probably_means_were_in_trouble/13663795 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/c/1/c15adea1f613da659788de419abe29f85035064a/mini/6738614.jpg The story of Rahim Moore and the blown coverage in the 12012 AFC Divisional game is well known. Moore has been battling through an offseason of 'bad comments’ and regaining his confidence to go back out there and finish the job. The courting of veteran safety Charles Woodson puts Moore in a tough place. He wants to redeem himself, but if a player of Woodson’s ilk comes aboard, he might not get much of an opportunity. However, Moore isn’t backing down to the Woodson challenge, instead he’s facing in head on. As Woodson tours the NFL, the Broncos seem like a great fit for him, a Super Bowl contender who needs veteran leadership on defense, but that could spell trouble for Moore. He doesn’t see it that way, if he can compete with Woodson he would be learning from a proven winner, something he didn’t have at the safety position last season "I'm not one of those guys that gets beat down," Moore said, via Lindsay H. Jones of USA Today.  "It's alway... Tue, 21 May 2013 12:26:40 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/rahim_moore_would_welcome_charles_woodson_to_broncos_i_hope_that_we_get_him_because_im_all_about_competition/13663216 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/rahim_moore_would_welcome_charles_woodson_to_broncos_i_hope_that_we_get_him_because_im_all_about_competition/13663216 Rahim Moore would welcome Charles Woodson to Broncos: ‘I hope that we get him because I'm all about competition’ http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/rahim_moore_would_welcome_charles_woodson_to_broncos_i_hope_that_we_get_him_because_im_all_about_competition/13663216 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/9/f/9f80b8bc5b039db75db1d04e8f333440cfc2909c/mini/6932524.jpg Denver Broncos safety Rahim Moore will be forever haunted by one play.   In the divisional round of the 2012-13 AFC playoffs, Moore gave up a 71-yard floating touchdown pass to the Baltimore Ravens Jacoby Jones. The fact that the play happened is bad within itself. Its the timing of the play that has subjected Moore to scorn. The play happened late in the game at a point in which the Broncos appeared to be advancing to the AFC Championship game. The Ravens went on to win the game in overtime. The reaction to the loss was not pretty. Moore talked about how it all went down. Please click here to read this story. The post Rahim Moore moving on from the play that sent the Denver Broncos home appeared first on Players View. Tue, 21 May 2013 08:35:02 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/rahim_moore_moving_on_from_broncos_tragic_loss/13661437 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/rahim_moore_moving_on_from_broncos_tragic_loss/13661437 Rahim Moore moving on from Broncos' tragic loss http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/rahim_moore_moving_on_from_broncos_tragic_loss/13661437 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/9/f/9f80b8bc5b039db75db1d04e8f333440cfc2909c/mini/6932524.jpg Rahim Moore wants so badly to forget it all. No one seems willing to let that happen. Ever since Moore mistimed his leap and fell helplessly to the grass as Baltimore wide receiver Jacoby Jones hauled in Joe Flacco's desperation 70-yard TD in the playoffs, the Denver Broncos' free safety has been absolutely bombarded. With words of encouragement and consternation. With pats on the back and snide remarks behind his back. As the Broncos returned to practice Monday, Moore said he appreciates the support from teammates and the front office and understands the lingering frustration that some fans feel. He promised anew to atone for his many mystifying mistakes on that frigid night back in January that resulted in the most unlikely of touchdowns with 31 seconds left in regulation. Mon, 20 May 2013 18:40:30 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/moore_pledges_to_make_amends_for_big_blunder/13658548 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/moore_pledges_to_make_amends_for_big_blunder/13658548 Moore pledges to make amends for big blunder http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/articles/moore_pledges_to_make_amends_for_big_blunder/13658548 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/9/f/9f80b8bc5b039db75db1d04e8f333440cfc2909c/mini/6932524.jpg Denver Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker participated in his first organized training activities as a member of the team on Monday. “It was good to get out there and get some work in,” said Welker. The former New England Patriot agreed with the  Mon, 20 May 2013 18:31:27 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/wes_welkers_first_practice_as_a_bronco/13658518 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/wes_welkers_first_practice_as_a_bronco/13658518 Wes Welker's first practice as a Bronco http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/wes_welkers_first_practice_as_a_bronco/13658518 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/0/8/0880abe95e4bfaed65c893c31a543c038a694078/mini/6892308.jpg According to Lindsey Jones of USA Today Sports, linebacker Joe Mays and running back Knowshon Moreno haven’t been cleared for OTA’s. Joe Mays (ankle) and Knowshon Moreno (knee) not cleared for team drills yet. But in uniform for individual drills. #Broncos — Lindsay Jones (@bylindsayhjones) May 20, 2013   Need NFL Tickets? The post Knowshon Moreno, Joe Mays not cleared for Broncos OTA’s appeared first on Pro Football Zone. Mon, 20 May 2013 16:10:30 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/knowshon_moreno_joe_mays_not_cleared_for_broncos_otas/13657510 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/knowshon_moreno_joe_mays_not_cleared_for_broncos_otas/13657510 Knowshon Moreno, Joe Mays not cleared for Broncos OTA’s http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/articles/knowshon_moreno_joe_mays_not_cleared_for_broncos_otas/13657510 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png According to Mike Klis of the Denver Post, running back Willis McGahee won’t be attending this week’s voluntary organized team activities RB Willis McGahee not expected to attend OTA today. As they like to say for such things, OTAs are voluntary. — Mike Klis (@MikeKlis) May 20, 2013 McGahee’s agent released a statement to clarify why his client decided to not show up. Talked to Willis McGahee’s agent Chafie Fields: “He’s following the same routine he’s done his whole career. He’ll be there.” — Mike Klis (@MikeKlis) May 20, 2013 Willis McGahee agent Chafie Fields: “He’s ready to compete. No messages.” McGahee is veteran who works on his own. Offseason is voluntary. — Mike Klis (@MikeKlis) May 20, 2013 Whether McGahee showed up or not, I think it’s pretty clear that rookie Montee Ball is the favorite to be the Broncos starting running back.   Need NFL Tickets? The post Willis McGahee is a no-show at Broncos OTA’s appeared first on Pro Football Zone. Mon, 20 May 2013 13:12:00 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/willis_mcgahee_is_a_no_show_at_broncos_otas/13656142 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/willis_mcgahee_is_a_no_show_at_broncos_otas/13656142 Willis McGahee is a no-show at Broncos OTA’s http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/willis_mcgahee_is_a_no_show_at_broncos_otas/13656142 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/6/6/66c66b9ca3662d6e391f88219ddab2c8f939610a/mini/5697746.jpg The Denver Broncos restructured the contract of their star quarterback Peyton Manning. The deal isn’t the restructuring the NFL is used to seeing.  The deal includes language that deals with a what if situation. The Broncos requested the change to insure themselves against having to pay Manning’s $20 million salary in 2014 in the event he can’t play What if Manning suffers an injury that could stop him from playing for the Broncos in the 2014 season due to a none neck injury. Are they crazy. This is the guy they signed to a 5 year deal. Sure he is getting older, but he is after-all Peyton Manning. The deal was done to get the Broncos some cap space. Manning’s deal will get the Broncos some cap space because his cap number gets reduced by, $2.5 million in 2013 in 2014, then rises by $2.5 million in 2015 and 2016. How did they do that? It is easy they slipped the team’s MVP, a $10 million salary advance. This way Manning gets his money and the Broncos get some cap space. They have to ... Mon, 20 May 2013 07:30:28 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/are_the_denver_broncos_already_planning_for_a_peyton_manning_injury_they_restructured_his_contract_just_in_case/13653331 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/are_the_denver_broncos_already_planning_for_a_peyton_manning_injury_they_restructured_his_contract_just_in_case/13653331 Are the Denver Broncos already planning for a Peyton Manning injury? They restructured his contract just in case. http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/are_the_denver_broncos_already_planning_for_a_peyton_manning_injury_they_restructured_his_contract_just_in_case/13653331 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/8/c/8c975be8147da853276a5b01b5cd3c59ec2f9a5e/mini/6743212.jpg If the Broncos play that pass from Joe Flacco last season, Peyton Manning may have his second Super Bowl.  What will the addition of Wes Welker do for Manning this season?  Does Denver have enough defense to win in the AFC?   Here's a look at every teams win totals and playoff predictions. AFC East Patriots 12 Dolphins 7 Jets 3 Bills 1 AFC North Ravens 12 Bengals 11 Steelers 12 Browns 3 AFC South Texans 12 Colts 8 Titans 7 Jaguars 2 AFC West Broncos 10 Chargers 8 Raiders 1 Chiefs 11 NFC East Redskins 8 Giants 11 Cowboys 9 Eagles 4 NFC North Packers 10 Vikings 5 Lions 10 Bears 10 NFC South Falcons 13 Panthers 4 Saints 12 Buccaneers 6 NFC West 49ers 13 Seahawks 12 Rams 4 Cardinals 5 AFC Playoff Teams Patriots Ravens Texans Chiefs Steelers Broncos NFC Playoff Teams Giants Packers F... Sat, 18 May 2013 21:07:00 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/the_broncos_failed_to_win_a_playoff_game_last_season_because_of_one_bad_play_what_will_they_do_in_2013_nfl_predictions_10/13647244 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/the_broncos_failed_to_win_a_playoff_game_last_season_because_of_one_bad_play_what_will_they_do_in_2013_nfl_predictions_10/13647244 The Broncos failed to win a playoff game last season because of one bad play. What will they do in 2013? NFL Predictions 1.0. http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/the_broncos_failed_to_win_a_playoff_game_last_season_because_of_one_bad_play_what_will_they_do_in_2013_nfl_predictions_10/13647244 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/a/f/afce541ebae18e86baf4bdd4c07ea039b0ea4b3a/mini/6740672.jpg Denver Broncos running back Montee Ball is one of the most buzzed about rookies in Fantasy Football circles this year, because he ended up in an offense with Peyton Manning. However, the downside is Ball ended up in an offense with Peyton Manning. The focus on offense for the Broncos in 2013 will continue to be the passing game, and why not if you add Wes Welker to an already pass friendly receiving core with a future HOF running the show... Read more Sat, 18 May 2013 09:00:38 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/montee_balls_fantasy_value_in_2013/13644268 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/montee_balls_fantasy_value_in_2013/13644268 Montee Ball’s fantasy value in 2013 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/montee_balls_fantasy_value_in_2013/13644268 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png According to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com, the Denver Broncos are considered the front runners for the services of veteran safety Charles Woodson, but the Oakland Raiders and GM Reggie McKenzie are on the move and veteran safety Charles Woodson is his target. The Broncos offer is considered short and that the second visit to Oakland could be a strike before the Broncos can regroup. After Woodson had visited with the team and left Denver with a standing offer that is still on the table, the Raiders want Woodson to come back for another sit down. The market is starting to heat up for Woodson’s services after he took trips to the Denver Broncos and rumors of the New York Giants gaining interest have prompted the Raiders to be more aggressive in pursuing the free agent. Fri, 17 May 2013 13:08:01 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/raiders_invite_safety_charles_woodson_back_for_another_visit_offer_from_broncos_not_enough/13639318 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/raiders_invite_safety_charles_woodson_back_for_another_visit_offer_from_broncos_not_enough/13639318 Raiders invite safety Charles Woodson back for another visit, offer from Broncos not enough http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/raiders_invite_safety_charles_woodson_back_for_another_visit_offer_from_broncos_not_enough/13639318 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png Free agent DB Charles Woodson left Denver without a deal after visiting with the team Wednesday, reports the Denver Post. Despite leaving without a deal, the Broncos still look like the favorites to land him. He also has drawn interest from the Carolina Panthers and Oakland Raiders. The big sticking point for Woodson that should inevitably bring him back to Denver is his wish to play for a contender, and the Broncos should be able to work out a deal as they have currently about $7 million in cap space. Chris Wesseling of NFL.com writes: 'Denver's decision-makers believe Woodson would give the Broncos' secondary a much-needed ballhawk, The Post's Mike Klis said. Adding Woodson on top of Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie would make the coaching staff feel better about a defensive backfield that was burned for three long touchdowns in the playoff loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Now the Broncos just have to convince Woodson that he's the missing piece that will put the... Thu, 16 May 2013 06:33:16 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/no_deal_for_broncos_charles_woodson_yet/13628735 http://network.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/no_deal_for_broncos_charles_woodson_yet/13628735 No deal for Broncos, Charles Woodson... yet http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/no_deal_for_broncos_charles_woodson_yet/13628735 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/9/0/9041373107d0d3ff5af4a2a94aeddabe318c2a7e/mini/Green_Bay_Packers_bf9e.jpg