Broncos TE Virgil Green, LB D.J. Williams begin suspensions - For the next four weeks, Virgil Green might be the biggest Broncos fan in Denver. The second-year tight end begins his four-game suspension Saturday but said he plans to remain in Denver, work out with local trainer Loren Landow and watch plenty of football on television. ”It’s a chance for me to get better, watch a lot of film, watch a lot of football, work out and just come back and help this team out,” Green said. Read more from the Denver Post >>>>
Adam Weber to join Tampa Bay practice squad - Adam Weber is no longer a Bronco. The second year quarterback has decided to sign on to the practice squad in Tampa Bay, according to a league source. Weber was waived by the Broncos on Friday. He had an opportunity to re-sign with the Broncos on the practice squad, but chose the Bucs instead. Read more from the Denver Post >>>>
Rafael Bush claimed by Saints; Ryan Harris signs with Texans - When a team cuts players that other teams pick up? “That means you’re getting better,” said John Elway, the Broncos’ executive vice president of football operations. Read more from the Denver Post >>>>
Notebook: Elway Talks Roster - On Friday, Executive Vice President of Football Operations John Elway addressed a number of the team’s decisions as the roster was trimmed down to 53 players. Below are his thoughts on a handful of topics. Read more from Denver Broncos >>>>
‘A Good Mix’ at Linebacker- With the Broncos down to the NFL-mandated 53 players, Executive Vice President of Football Operations John Elway believes the linebacking corps is left with a solid blend of leadership and youth. Keith Brooking is an example of the former. The 15th-year linebacker is the most experienced player on the defensive side of the ball, and only quarterback Peyton Manning has been in the league for as long Brooking, an offseason acquisition, injured his hamstring in his second practice as a Bronco, which caused him to miss all of the preseason games. That made it harder for the five-time Pro Bowler to be evaluated, but his intangibles are ultimately what secured his spot. Read more from Denver Broncos >>>>
Evaluating the Denver Broncos’ Cuts - The Denver Broncos needed to trim their roster by 22 players today to get to the league mandated 53-man roster. As with every season, the Broncos made some surprise moves cutting experienced veterans and moving towards youth by bringing in inexperienced rookies. Read more from Bleacher Report >>>>
A.F.C. West Preview: Broncos’ Success Hinges on Manning’s - Player to Watch Don’t overthink this. Peyton Manning. Game to Watch Denver at New England, Oct. 7. Manning and Tom Brady/Bill Belichick have had some epic meetings. A month into the season, this may be the first real snapshot of how close Manning is to his old self, and how far he will be able to take the Broncos. Read more from New York Times >>>>
Denver Broncos cut-down analysis - Most significant move: The Broncos kept newly signed veterans, linebacker Keith Brooking and safety Jim Leonhard. They have both been dealing with injuries. Both should fill rotational roles as well as offer leadership. It is a bit surprising Denver cut veteran cornerback Drayton Florence. The Broncos beat several teams to sign Florence this year. In the end, the Broncos liked their young cornerbacks such as Chris Harris, Tony Carter and rookie Omar Bolden. Watch for San Diego to make a full-court press to sign Florence. The team tried to sign the former Charger before Denver signed him and it needs a cornerback. Read more from ESPN >>>>
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