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TXBRONC
12-10-2007, 10:54 PM
Here's the latest from The Sporting News.

http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=316962

Broncos Team Report
Posted: December 10, 2007
Lee Rasizer
For Sporting News

PERSONNEL ANALYSIS

Denver doesn't like what it has seen from Javon Walker since his returned from knee surgery. The team initially tried to work him in slowly by using him in three wide-receiver sets only to allow him to get his wind back. But Walker hasn't demonstrated much burst in practices, despite taking part nearly full-time. He was de-activated for the Chiefs game and may not be called upon to make a big contribution over the last three weeks unless he demonstrates significant progress. That would mean additional snaps for the likes of Glenn Martinez and Taylor Jacobs as well as more tight ends split wide. ...

The Broncos have had difficulty getting sufficient push in their red-zone rushing opportunities. Having one of the league's lightest lines, predicated more on movement than bulk, helps explain that deficiency. To help in that area, Denver has begun using tight end Chad Mustard, a former offensive tackle, in an H-back role close to the goal line. Mustard can motion into the area where the play is designed and help clear a lane in concert with fullback Cecil Sapp for more of a power look. Denver has scored three TDs with Mustard in motion over the last two games.

SCOUTING REPORT

Alvin McKinley isn't the biggest DT in the league (6-3, 294), but he is strong and plays with good leverage. He's also a high-effort player who's respected by teammates. In a season when the Broncos have had trouble up front, McKinley has remained a starter by being the most consistent of the Broncos' interior defenders at keeping the linebackers free. He has good short-area quickness, but McKinley doesn't do anything that wows scouts. He lacks a pass-rush arsenal and is removed in obvious nickel situations.

SEE A DIFFERENT GAME

WR Brandon Marshall worked at developing his hands as far back as his childhood days, when his father told him that if he didn't, he'd never achieve his dream of making the NFL. Marshall would take the soap in the shower, get it soaking wet, squeeze it and practice catching it. When he was in bed, he'd turn the lights out and catch the ball in the dark. And when he walked down the street, he'd not only have an omnipresent football with him, Marshall also would practice moves. It's helped. Marshall has had a breakout season and is among the leaders at yards after catch and, while he has lapses occasionally, has shown a penchant for catching even the hardest throws away from his body with strong hands.

Lonestar
12-10-2007, 11:51 PM
great find keep them coming..