In Conor McGovern, Broncos land weight room star, O-line standout

[Denver Native (Carol)]

The McGoverns aren't afraid of rebuilds.

In 2012, Keith McGovern and his wife, Rondi, renovated an old brick warehouse in the heart of Fargo, N.D., that eventually would become their home. The interior was gutted, the windows replaced, the roof redone and the cold feel of the former occupant, Leef Cleaners, warmed by Rondi's design company.

The former boiler room received a face-lift, too. The century-old cinder block and brick still line the walls, and the heating, ventilation and air conditioning ducts, and water pipes remain exposed. But the couple's eldest son, Connor, decided to furnish it, handling the interior design himself.

His centerpieces? A pair of Rogue Fitness squat racks and a mounted rig with attached gymnastics rings. There's a stationary bicycle and hanging punching bag. A mounted flat-screen TV flanked by speakers serve as wall art. And medicine balls, plyo boxes and weighted ropes are strewn across the floor. Call them accent pieces.

For more than two years, "The Pit" has been Connor McGovern's weight-lifting sanctuary and one of his many vehicles to the NFL. From Fargo to Columbia, Mo., he has made a name for himself as a weight-room enthusiast and a standout offensive lineman, breaking lifting records and earning football accolades at each stop.

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[TXBRONC]

I like guys with an ornery attitude.

[Al Wilson 4 Mayor]

Holy cow, 5 reps of 675? That's monstrous, especially for a dude who is 6'4". I wouldn't want to be in that dudes way when he's pulling.
We're going to have some maulers this year with him, Okung, and Garcia. There's going to be some serious competition on the line this year. Our 6th guy will end up being a pretty good player.

[TXBRONC]

Holy cow, 5 reps of 675? That's monstrous, especially for a dude who is 6'4". I wouldn't want to be in that dudes way when he's pulling.
We're going to have some maulers this year with him, Okung, and Garcia. There's going to be some serious competition on the line this year. Our 6th guy will end up being a pretty good player.

We need some guys on the field that can open holes consistently.

[Al Wilson 4 Mayor]

We need some guys on the field that can open holes consistently.

We will have Stephenson and Sambraillo competing for RT. The loser of that battle will be competing with Garcia and the rookie for the 2 gaurd spots. I think we'll have a pretty good line this year.

[TXBRONC]

We will have Stephenson and Sambraillo competing for RT. The loser of that battle will be competing with Garcia and the rookie for the 2 gaurd spots. I think we'll have a pretty good line this year.

I agree. I think Stephenson is penciled in as the starting right tackle because aren't they paying a good chunk of change for him to play right tackle.

[Simple Jaded]

We will have Stephenson and Sambraillo competing for RT. The loser of that battle will be competing with Garcia and the rookie for the 2 gaurd spots. I think we'll have a pretty good line this year.

I know how to get all 3 on the field at once, are you interested?

[Dapper Dan]

This guy seems pretty hard nosed and blue collar. Total workout warrior. Always shows up ready to work.

[VonDoom]

I know how to get all 3 on the field at once, are you interested?

You're suggesting Garcia replaces Paradis at C, right?

[Simple Jaded]

You're suggesting Garcia replaces Paradis at C, right?

I do like Boise.

[BroncoWave]

This guy seems pretty hard nosed and blue collar. Total workout warrior. Always shows up ready to work.

He's a real road grater. Nice low pad level.

[Al Wilson 4 Mayor]

I know how to get all 3 on the field at once, are you interested?

I'm more interested in a cheeseburger atm.

[Cugel]

I'm more interested in a cheeseburger atm.

I used to love cheeseburgers in my youth - before I realized how badly they impacted my colon. :sad:

[NightTerror218]

We drafted an OL and DL whi are bith weight room junkies and kniwn in their programs for being the strongest.....thus could be a fun combo to watch.

[Al Wilson 4 Mayor]

I used to love cheeseburgers in my youth - before I realized how badly they impacted my colon. :sad:

I'm 44 dude. I'm not going without cheeseburgers. I only get them a couple times a month however.

[Dapper Dan]

Connor or Conor?

[Simple Jaded]

I'm 44 dude. I'm not going without cheeseburgers. I only get them a couple times a month however.

Ive been know to mix in a few doubles with extra bacon with my otherwise strict fried chicken and steak diet.

[TXBRONC]

Ive been know to mix in a few doubles with extra bacon with my otherwise strict fried chicken and steak diet.

Yeah that will keep you fit and trim.

[Simple Jaded]

Yeah that will keep you fit and trim.

Actually goes right to my gut, when you got a tool like I do ya gotta build a shed over it.

[Al Wilson 4 Mayor]

Actually goes right to my gut, when you got a tool like I do ya gotta build a shed over it.

Speaking of cheeseburgers, I made bacon cheeseburgers with sautéed onions and mushrooms for mother's day.

[Simple Jaded]

Speaking of cheeseburgers, I made bacon cheeseburgers with sautéed onions and mushrooms for mother's day.


Pork roast in a roasted habanero and pineapple sauce, scallop potatoes and corn. I can't digest corn, it's awesome. In a corn, out a corn.

[Al Wilson 4 Mayor]

Pork roast in a roasted habanero and pineapple sauce, scallop potatoes and corn. I can't digest corn, it's awesome. In a corn, out a corn.
That's awfully graphic Jules.

[Simple Jaded]

That's awfully graphic Jules.

Great idea for a diet though, et all you want and not worry about it.

[TXBRONC]

Pork roast in a roasted habanero and pineapple sauce, scallop potatoes and corn. I can't digest corn, it's awesome. In a corn, out a corn.

I have never liked scalloped potatoes.

[guitarj]

This thread is going down the toilet fast :eek:

[TXBRONC]

This thread is going down the toilet fast :eek:

That's nothing to unusual.

[Al Wilson 4 Mayor]

Great idea for a diet though, et all you want and not worry about it.

Have you considered chewing the corn?

[TXBRONC]

Have you considered chewing the corn?

This getting to be to much. :lol:

[Simple Jaded]

Have you considered chewing the corn?

I chew most of it, I would think.

[Al Wilson 4 Mayor]

I chew most of it, I would think.

You make it sound like it comes out like big yellow pills.

[LTC Pain]

I have never liked scalloped potatoes.

From Texas and you don't like scalloped potatoes??? What's wrong with yah :) :) :)

[TXBRONC]

From Texas and you don't like scalloped potatoes??? What's wrong with yah :) :) :)

If I didn't like brisket and steak fajitas then something would be wrong with me.

Btw I am originally from Wyoming.

[Simple Jaded]

You make it sound like it comes out like big yellow pills.

Comes out just like it looks on the can.

[Al Wilson 4 Mayor]

Comes out just like it looks on the can.

"Ho-ho-ho, green giant!"
:lol:

[TXBRONC]

"Ho-ho-ho, green giant!"
:lol:

Eww! I just got the dry heaves. :sick:

[underrated29]

Corn Mcgovern