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Denver Native (Carol)
09-13-2014, 04:08 PM
Broncos middle linebacker Nate Irving isn't about to compare himself to teammate Von Miller, though he filled in for Miller at outside linebacker when Miller was suspended six games by the NFL last season.

"There's a way bigger difference," Irving said. "Von is a gifted pass rusher. He makes it look easy. I can't play like Von Miller. We bring different things to the table."

Irving may not have Miller's ability to rush the passer, but the Denver coaches showed enough trust in him during the offseason to slide him into the starting job at middle linebacker. In the season opener against the Indianapolis Colts, Irving contributed a sack, four tackles and an assist to the Broncos' 31-24 victory.

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