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Archive for December, 2007

Broncos Salute Retiring Barrel Man

The Broncos honored one of their most-loyal fans yesterday before they played the Vikings.  It was the last appearance for the “Barrel Man.”  Three decades ago on a dare from his brother, Tim McKernan came to a game against the Bears wearing only cowboy boots, suspenders, and a giant Orange Crush can.  It became a […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Dec 31 2007

Walker Proclaims He Wants Out of Denver

After a season that saw them play well below where they wanted, wide out Javon Walker has proclaimed that he wants no longer to be a part of the Broncos.  The Denver Post is reporting that Walker dropped the bombshell this morning, stating “It’s not for Javon,” Walker said. “It’s not for me.”  Walker missed […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Dec 31 2007

Broncos End Season On Positive Note, Beat Vikings In OT 22-19

      
In what has otherwise been a disappointing season for the Denver Broncos, they showed the mettle of a champion Sunday, as Jay Cutler threw for 2 touchdowns and kicker Jason Elam would make the game-winning field goal, as the Broncos edged the Minnesota Vikings 22-19 at Invesco Field.
The first quarter was scoreless; but business began […]

Posted by Stephen Rhodes on Dec 31 2007

Smith’s Career Over?

                                       
Like it or not, it appears that Denver Broncos wide receiver Rod Smith could be making his last appearance in a football uniform Sunday.  Why you ask?  Well, this is a case where his ailing hip will not allow him to partake of any football activities.  As a matter of fact, hip replacement surgery […]

Posted by Stephen Rhodes on Dec 30 2007

Denver Looks to Play Spoiler Tonight in San Diego

The Broncos are just playing out the string.  They’re 6-and-8, with no chance at the playoffs, going into a meeting with the Chargers tonight in San Diego.  The Broncos played on Christmas Day in 2004, and this is their third straight appearance on Christmas Eve.  Tight end Daniel Graham and linebacker Ian Gold may sit […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Dec 24 2007

State Farm Launches “Your Game/Your Call” Ultimate Pro Bowl Giveaway

Bloomington, Ill., Nov. 20, 2007 – On November 22, Thanksgiving Day, State Farm is officially debuting the “Your Game | Your Call” Ultimate Pro Bowl Giveaway where fans can win one of five trips to the 2008 Pro Bowl in Hawaii. Fans can enter the promotion daily through January 6 at www.statefarm.com/NFL2  for their chance to win […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Dec 20 2007

Marshall Pleads Not Guilty

A member of the Broncos pleaded not guilty to a charge of drunken driving Tuesday.  According to court documents, wide receiver Brandon Marshall was also charged with driving the wrong way on a one-way street and failing to drive in a single lane.  On their way out of a Denver courtroom, neither Marshall nor his attorney […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Dec 19 2007

Bailey Named To Elite Squad For Eighth Time

It’s almost an annual event.  The Broncos today announced that cornerback Champ Bailey will be a starter at next February’s Pro Bowl in Hawaii.  Bailey is in his ninth NFL season.  This marks the eighth time he will be a Pro Bowl participant, and the seventh time he will be a starter.

Posted by Matt Loede on Dec 19 2007

Broncos Release Punter Sauerbrun

The Broncos released punter Todd Sauerbrun Tuesday.  This is the second time he has been cut by the Broncos.  Last season he lost his job with Denver while serving a suspension for using a banned diet supplement.  Sauerbrun was averaging 46.8 yards per punt but has given up some big plays and has continued to have […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Dec 19 2007

Broncos Officially Out of the Playoffs

The Broncos had to sit at home Sunday and watch their playoff hopes dashed by the Chargers and the Browns.  San Diego stomped Detroit to clinch the division title, then Cleveland beat Buffalo 8-0, officially ending Denver’s wild card chance.  The Broncos play next Monday night against San Diego

Posted by Matt Loede on Dec 17 2007