Russell to IR; Martinez Returns

[Denver Native (Carol)]

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Russell to IR; Martinez Returns

Clifford Russell has been placed on injured reserve, Head Coach Mike Shanahan announced Tuesday.

Russell suffered a sprained neck on a scary injury during the Broncos’ loss to the Chiefs Sunday, and he had to be taken off the field on a stretcher. He did make it back to Denver on the team plane following the game after being cleared by doctors at a Kansas City medical facility.

To fill Russell’s roster spot, Shanahan also announced the re-signing of Glenn Martinez.

In 17 career games with Denver and Detroit, Martinez has posted 15 receptions for 186 yards. He also owns 14 career punt returns for 157 yards with one touchdown and 15 kickoff returns for 330 yards.

In Denver in 2007, Martinez was the team’s primary punt returner — he returned one for a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans on Monday Night Football.

He spent the 2008 offseason and training camp with the Broncos but didn’t make the final roster as the team trimmed down to the league-mandated 53-man limit.

Now he’s back in Dove Valley.

[pnbronco]

I really hope Russell is ok and they are giving him as much time as possible to heal and recover. For nothing but self fish reasons I'm so glad Glen is back...:D

[turftoad]

Good for Glenn. I like him.

Happy that Russell is OK.

[frauschieze]

Bief will be happy.

[dogfish]

it's great to hear that russell is okay! and i like bringing back martinez-- i think he's pretty solid as far as end-of-the-roster types of receivers go. . . he's not going to wow anyone, but he's a competent guy that plays hard, knows the scheme and can catch the ball-- and he has some experience in the return game. . .

[Krugan]

I guess we couldnt find another scrub to try and make the Defense go, but a scrub to help the offense was a need it seems.

[BeefStew25]

I freakin love Martinez. We got better today people.

[BigDaddyBronco]

I freakin love Martinez. We got better today people.
I didn't get here in time. :D
Bief, what do you like most about G. Martinez?

[BeefStew25]

I didn't get here in time. :D
Bief, what do you like most about G. Martinez?

He is Boriga. I love some Latin Heat.

[BigDaddyBronco]

He is Boriga. I love some Latin Heat.

I thought you would like his latino beard.

Muy Caliente!!

[BeefStew25]

I thought you would like his latino beard.

Muy Caliente!!

He reminds me of a dancer on Madonna's last world tour.

[BigDaddyBronco]

He reminds me of a dancer on Madonna's last world tour.

That and you can cringe every time he touches a football. Is he going to fumble?

[dogfish]

I guess we couldnt find another scrub to try and make the Defense go, but a scrub to help the offense was a need it seems.

enh. . . i truly doubt there's anyone available right now that can help this efense (besides a differnt DC, possibly). . . the O is the only decent unit we have, we're pretty much going to live or die by them this year-- may as well keep the personnel strong on that side of the ball. . . and WR depth is a need as long as Djax is out. . .

[pnbronco]

I freakin love Martinez. We got better today people.

Bief, I really thought I'ld be the only happy one. It may be for different reason, but I was so happy when I got the e-mail today....:D

[BeefStew25]

That and you can cringe every time he touches a football. Is he going to fumble?

You shut your gd mouth! He returned a punt for a TD, and runs good routes. Don't piss me off.

[BeefStew25]

Bief, I really thought I'ld be the only happy one. It may be for different reason, but I was so happy when I got the e-mail today....:D

Why do you like him?

[BigDaddyBronco]

Bief, I really thought I'ld be the only happy one. It may be for different reason, but I was so happy when I got the e-mail today....:D

I love you pnbronco! Your enthusiasm is contagious. :salute:

[pnbronco]

Why do you like him?

Well for one thing we both have brown eyes and black hair. Second he works his butt off and really cares about kids in our community and will help me with Meck's Foundation. Third he's just a sweet kid and doesn't run when he sees me.....

[pnbronco]

I love you pnbronco! Your enthusiasm is contagious. :salute:

Thanks BDB that makes my day....:D

[BeefStew25]

Well for one thing we both have brown eyes and black hair. Second he works his butt off and really cares about kids in our community and will help me with Meck's Foundation. Third he's just a sweet kid and doesn't run when he sees me.....

Next time you see him, tell him I said, "Viva La Auburndale!"

[pnbronco]

Next time you see him, tell him I said, "Viva La Auburndale!"

Will do, happy to pass on your message...

[NightTrainLayne]

You shut your gd mouth! He returned a punt for a TD, and runs good routes. Don't piss me off.

Now, if we can just bring back Ernster your season will be made. :beer:

[BeefStew25]

Now, if we can just bring back Ernster your season will be made. :beer:

Paul's mother and I are now Browns fans.

[Shazam!]

I like Martinez. Always had good hustle. Another target for Cutler.

[BeefStew25]

Glenn:

http://llnw.image.cbslocal.com/0/2007/08/03/320x240/images_sizedimage_215153744.jpg

Madonna dancer in bondage:

http://pics.livejournal.com/nicky_santoro/pic/000eabw9

[Krugan]

enh. . . i truly doubt there's anyone available right now that can help this efense (besides a differnt DC, possibly). . . the O is the only decent unit we have, we're pretty much going to live or die by them this year-- may as well keep the personnel strong on that side of the ball. . . and WR depth is a need as long as Djax is out. . .

You may be right, im sure the D pool of left overs isnt very select, but well, are the players we have on the team at this point and achieving absolutley nothing better than whats on the street? I find it hard to believe we couldnt find another scrub to play the worst side of the ball, as opposed to adding another scrub to cover the better side of the ball.

The D isnt going to just get better without doing something to make it better, be it a scrub with a motor(sounds like Glen at least he is considered for hustle) or a mammoth to just not get pushed back 4 yards...

[Rex]

Glenn is a poor man's Sammie Parker.

[BeefStew25]

Krugan,

Good points, but you did not get to the meat of the issue.

In your opinion, does Glenn look like a Latin dancer, and if so, does that intrigue you?

[BeefStew25]

Glenn is a poor man's Sammie Parker.

Um, no. Glenn has done 10 times the work Sammy has done. Don't piss me off.

[Rex]

Um, no. Glenn has done 10 times the work Sammy has done. Don't piss me off.

I am thinking maybe more of a slower Kevin Kasper.

[BeefStew25]

I am thinking maybe more of a slower Kevin Kasper.

Hmmmm.

So guys that aren't in the league?

[Rex]

Hmmmm.

So guys that aren't in the league?

Think the WR version of Chad Mustard.

[Krugan]

Krugan,

Good points, but you did not get to the meat of the issue.

In your opinion, does Glenn look like a Latin dancer, and if so, does that intrigue you?

Yes he looks like a backup to dancing with the stars(backup;), No not in the least, sadly the latin dance soft core porn stache doesnt help me find the joy of the loins!

I do give the guy credit though, he seems to have the Mustard(chad) to find a roster spot.

[BeefStew25]

Think the WR version of Chad Mustard.

Tubby, drink the rest of the Golden Light.

[Rex]

Tubby, drink the rest of the Golden Light.

Not cool.

That is about as cool as Glenn's mustache.

[LRtagger]

That Madonna dancer looks like he is in better shape than Glenn...I bet he is used to seeing lots of balls coming his way, maybe we should sign him instead of Glenn.

[BeefStew25]

That Madonna dancer looks like he is in better shape than Glenn...I bet he is used to seeing lots of balls coming his way, maybe we should sign him instead of Glenn.

I wish they would let Glenn play with no jersey, just shoulder pads, and when he is not playing, he should have a little exercise bike he can ride with a mininature horsey Madonna saddle.

And at timeouts they have a guy whose job it is to pour baby oil all over Glenn's heaving chest.

Just an idea. Thoughts?

[LRtagger]

I wish they would let Glenn play with no jersey, just shoulder pads, and when he is not playing, he should have a little exercise bike he can ride with a mininature horsey Madonna saddle.

And at timeouts they have a guy whose job it is to pour baby oil all over Glenn's heaving chest.

Just an idea. Thoughts?


He should tie colorful ribbons to his arms right where the bicep seperates from the shoulder. Also, sweatbands are a must.

He can lead the team in pilates and step aerobics before the game and wear one of those little microphones on his face.

[girler]

He should tie colorful ribbons to his arms right where the bicep seperates from the shoulder. Also, sweatbands are a must.

He can lead the team in pilates and step aerobics before the game and wear one of those little microphones on his face.

Colorful, layered, legwarmers for when the weather gets colder. :D

[weazel]

good to see Russell is alright. Martinez back? meh...

[pnbronco]

Next time you see him, tell him I said, "Viva La Auburndale!"

Message given Bief, you should of seen me running around after the game trying to get the kid to hear me. He walked into the fence area and I yelled Glen it's p..., and jumped up as far as my 48 year old legs would let me, which I think was 1/2". He started laughing and walked over, I said ok glad to see you and I have a special message for you, gave it, then we talked for a minute. So you can sleep well tonight....:D

[BeefStew25]

I have to think Glenn played well.

[slim]

Well, he didn't fumble or get killed. I guess that is a positive.

[BeefStew25]

Well, he didn't fumble or get killed. I guess that is a positive.

Caught a tough pass on a sideline route, then had his own man tackle him on a punt return.

I like the kid. Way better that Clifford Russell or whatever. Plus I pretend Madonna is riding him around.

[JONtheBRONCO]

Keep him on the damn team already.