Broncos coaches looked back to 2010 to build their offensive playbook - What the Broncos offense really is, what’s really in those files that have been downloaded into the team’s iPads, won’t really be revealed too much until Sept. 9, when the Steelers line up across from Peyton Manning in the regular-season opener.  But how that playbook was built, how the Broncos put it all together, front to back, was a process. Broncos quarterbacks coach Adam Gase called it “a really interesting thing, something that was fun, as a coach, to be a part of.”  Read more from the Denver Post >>>>

Broncos Peyton Manning, Drayton Florence willing to lead the way - Experience is earned, accumulated day by day. But experience can also be shared. And when the Broncos added a smattering of 30-somethings to their roster during the offseason there was some consideration given to those who would share their experiences.  Those veterans who arrived in Denver include: quarterback Peyton Manning, wide receiver Brandon Stokley, linebacker Keith Brooking, cornerback Drayton Florence and safety Jim Leonhard.  Read more from the Denver Post >>>>

Jim Leonhard, Keith Brooking no locks to make Broncos’ 53-man roster - In terms of roster mechanics, the Broncos pulled their safety net from safety Jim Leonhard on Tuesday.  They likely will have to decide whether to make a leap of faith with Leonhard and another veteran, linebacker Keith Brooking, before setting the 53-man roster next week. Leonhard’s surgically repaired knee was fit enough to pass his physical, leading the Broncos to activate the eighth-year safety and punt returner from the active physically unable to perform (PUP) list.  Read more from the Denver Post >>>>

Mike Adams: Orange and Blue-Collar - Safety Mike Adams has just about seen it all.  In his eight seasons in the NFL, he’s started games at both strong and free safety and has starting experience as a corner.  But one thing Adams hasn’t experienced is postseason football.  “It’s something everybody wants to experience,” Adams said of the playoffs. “That’s why we play this game. We play this game to win. We play this game to win championships and Super Bowls, and not just the players. Going to the playoffs and having that experience – then the next level is that Super Bowl, man. I want to get that feeling.”  Read more from Denver Broncos >>>>

Get to Know: Dave Magazu - How important is continuity on the offensive line?  ”I think it’s a positive because the guys have worked together. They know each other. They know the terminology. It’s easy to communicate because they are like one right now. We have some other guys who can fill in if we get a little nicked up here and there. All of those guys have been together and that’s nothing but a positive, because one of the biggest things is communication and being on the same page, and I think we’re there. We communicate much better today compared to the same time last year.”  Read more from Denver Broncos >>>>

Q&A with Brandon Stokley - Wide receiver Brandon Stokley joined the Broncos in April after mulling over a possible retirement from the league. Now in his second stint in orange and blue, Stokley is excited to contribute to the new-look Denver offense.  Read more from Denver Broncos >>>>

Manning could be Broncos defensive MVP - On the surface, the Denver Broncos defense in 2011 would appear to have been a below average group, allowing the ninth-most points per game (24.4) and forcing the fourth-fewest turnovers per game (1.13).  However, the problem with the defense may have stemmed from problems with the offense.   Read more from ESPN >>>>

Can Broncos Fans Picture MJD Giving The Mile High Salute? - The last thing that the Denver Broncos want at this stage of their preseason is to add a wrinkle to the one position battle that has been the toughest to decide. The starting running back this season is undoubtedly Willis McGahee, with a slew of others vying for what I believe to be two other slots. Rookie Ronnie Hillman is almost a sure bet to make the squad, with Lance Ball and Knowshon Moreno battling out the remaining spot. But with trouble brewing in Jacksonville, is Maurice Jones-Drew going to be available?  And will the Broncos be serious suitors?  Read more from Rant Sports >>>>

Peyton Manning: Eric Decker Will Become Star QB’s Top Target - When the Denver Broncos made the decision to part ways with incumbent starter Tim Tebow in favor of signing Peyton Manning to a five-year, $96 million deal, the organization essentially decided to scrap its entire 2011 offensive game plan as well.  And fortunately for Denver, that change will almost certainly pay dividends.  Read more from Bleacher Report >>>>

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Broncos Mailbag: Denver fans, was pain of McDaniels worth Manning? - Mike, with all the drama the Broncos have gone through since Mike Shanahan’s firing, I think it’s time to re-evaluate the Jay Cutler trade and the impact it’s had on the makeup of this year’s team. I feel we have a better chance to win a Super Bowl now (I’m optimistic about Peyton Manning’s neck), than if we had held on to Cutler. But I’m not sure it was worth three years of pain and mediocrity. Was it? –Nick, Richmond, Va.  Read more from the Denver Post >>>>

Position Preview: Offensive Line - The 2011 Broncos ran the football as well any as unit in team history. Denver rolled up 164.5 rushing yards per game a season ago, easily the best mark in the NFL, behind a young but durable group of offensive linemen that started all 16 games. The group got better as the season progressed, gaining 190.4 yards per game over the final 12 games of the season.  Read more from Denver Broncos >>>>

Q&A with Dave Magazu - During the 2011 season, the Broncos offensive line plowed the way for 2,632 rushing yards — a franchise best.  Leading that unit in his first season with the Broncos was offensive line coach Dave Magazu, who joined the Broncos from Carolina after John Fox was named Denver’s head coach in January.  This year, the offensive line returns all five starters from a year ago, when the group became the only offensive line unit in the league to open every regular-season game with the same five individuals.  Read more from Denver Broncos >>>>

Report: Adams would have given Peyton $25 million – As part of his reporting on the tenuous Drew Brees franchise tag situation with the New Orleans Saints, ESPN’s Chris Mortensen rolled out this little side nugget – that the Titans were willing to give Peyton Manning $25 million per season to come back to Tennessee.  Read more from National Football Post >>>> 

NFL Pick: Denver Broncos 2012 Season Preview and Prediction AFC West - Overview: The Denver Broncos went from being near the top of the order in the NFL draft to winning a first round playoff game but apparently the plan wasn’t moving fast enough for them as they changed courses and are headed in a new direction, a direction that disregards the future in exchange for winning now. Of course the big question in Denver and everywhere else is, can the Broncos win now?  Read more from Sports Chat Place >>>>

AFC injury rehabs loaded with superstars, big unknowns - It is hard to overstate the importance of Peyton Manning’s health to the Denver Broncos.  Right now, Manning’s backups are Caleb Hanie, Brock Osweiler and Adam Weber. Enough said.  The Broncos are gambling they can keep Manning on the field, even though he missed all of the 2011 season following multiple neck surgeries, the most significant being a cervical neck fusion procedure last September. The less Manning gets hit, the more likely he plays 16 games. Take a closer look at the Broncos, and Manning, and you will find several reasons why the Broncos feel comfortable gambling on Manning’s health.  Read more from Sporting News >>>>

Kansas City Chiefs Schedule Preview: Week 12 vs. Denver - The summer walk-through of the Kansas City Chiefs schedule continues today with a look at their Week 12 home game against the Denver Broncos.  Please see the link at the bottom of the page for the previous 11 game previews. Even though this game is on November 25 it will be the first time the Chiefs & Broncos have hooked up in 2012, with the season finale being in Denver. This is a good schedule spot for the Broncos. While they are coming off what’s currently expected to be a nationally televised game against the San Diego Chargers at home, the following week is a home date with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Peyton Manning and his teammates aren’t in the kind of sandwich spot that invites a look-ahead. For their part, while the Chiefs come off a difficult home game with the Cincinnati Bengals, this is the middle round of a three-game home stretch that will likely determine the Kansas City season. It’s unlikely either team will get looking ahead or be out of gas.  Read more from Rant Sports >>>>

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Grab a cup of coffee, and if you’re me, that means an obscene amount of sweetener and creamer, and ease into your weekend swan song with this collection of Broncos-related news and nuggets.

On the team’s official website, an interview with offensive line coach Dave Magazu about the offseason, OL philosophy, and Ryan Clady’s impact.

Cincy Jungle has a brief mention of rumors that Bengals disgruntled quarterback Carson Palmer could be traded to Denver.

9news.com writes about this week’s high school combine held at Dove Valley, modeled after the NFL Scouting Combine for college prospects.

Broncos WR Rod Smith was inducted in the MIAA Hall of Fame reports The Joplin (MO) Globe.

Hawaii Reporter has reaction from a Denver Broncos board member about the Pro Bowl in Hawaii.  Earlier this week, Hawaii’s governor used the word “stupid” when talking about the Pro Bowl, which has drawn some criticism.

A former Bronco has reason to cheer for the Houston Astros, now that his son has been signed to the team.  My Fox Houston has the details.

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