Thread: Running Backs

The Broncos are carrying five running backs (Royce Freeman, Phillip Lindsay, Dave Williams, Devontae Booker and De’Angelo Henderson) and a fullback (Andy Janovich).

How does this shape up for the opener?

My guess:
Starter: Freeman
Backup: Booker
Third/Special Teams: Henderson/Lindsay

I don’t see how Janovich fits if Lindsay really is impressing as much as it sounds, but it’s hard to know what Musgrove’s scheme is going to look like. If he insists on a fullback they would probably try to get Lindsay to the practice squad. Williams is headed to the practice squad, IMO.

Originally Posted by MOtorboat

The Broncos are carrying five running backs (Royce Freeman, Phillip Lindsay, Dave Williams, Devontae Booker and De’Angelo Henderson) and a fullback (Andy Janovich).

How does this shape up for the opener?

My guess:
Starter: Freeman
Backup: Booker
Third/Special Teams: Henderson/Lindsay

I don’t see how Janovich fits if Lindsay really is impressing as much as it sounds, but it’s hard to know what Musgrove’s scheme is going to look like. If he insists on a fullback they would probably try to get Lindsay to the practice squad. Williams is headed to the practice squad, IMO.

If we are just talking about for the Opener. I would list it as:


Booker
Royce
Henderson
Lindsey


I too am not sure Jano makes the squad. I think Book would get the start over Royce for pass pro purposes. I do expect Royce to be the guy soon though.

Originally Posted by underrated29

If we are just talking about for the Opener. I would list it as:


Booker
Royce
Henderson
Lindsey


I too am not sure Jano makes the squad. I think Book would get the start over Royce for pass pro purposes. I do expect Royce to be the guy soon though.

I think Freeman has the possibility to be that league-wide rookie running back breakout. He was fantastic at Oregon and I think he is a home run hitter, regardless of his 40 being 4.54. He had 60 career rushing touchdowns while with the Ducks and had 9 100-yard games last season.

It depends on the scheme with Janovich but up-tempo, which they’ve talked about, doesn’t lend itself to a fullback. Plus, Fumagalli played some H-back at Wisconsin if memory serves.

Originally Posted by MOtorboat

I think Freeman has the possibility to be that league-wide rookie running back breakout. He was fantastic at Oregon and I think he is a home run hitter, regardless of his 40 being 4.54. He had 60 career rushing touchdowns while with the Ducks and had 9 100-yard games last season.

It depends on the scheme with Janovich but up-tempo, which they’ve talked about, doesn’t lend itself to a fullback. Plus, Fumagalli played some H-back at Wisconsin if memory serves.

He reminds me of a slower steven jackson or a more powerful thomas jones. I am so excited for him. I just think that they are going to let book get the nod since he has the most experience with pass pro. and they will ease royce in. Then he will take over. I am so excited to see how these guys run. I cannot wait to see all of these backs play. Who is number 33? I say a clip and I liked what I saw from that clip. Henderson?

i think they will keep four backs plus jano. . . up-tempo or not, elway has always wanted us to have a strong running game, and that hasn't changed. . . and jano is a strong special teams guy. . . i wouldn't be surprised if booker opens the season as the starter, but he won't hold off freeman for long. . . henderson is the wild card. . . i think lindsay makes the squad as a third down back and return guy. . . i'm really hoping we can generate a more dynamic rushing attack behind royce or deangelo, but a lot of that might depend on the line's ability to stay healthy and play with some consistency. . .

Originally Posted by MOtorboat

The Broncos are carrying five running backs (Royce Freeman, Phillip Lindsay, Dave Williams, Devontae Booker and De’Angelo Henderson) and a fullback (Andy Janovich).

How does this shape up for the opener?

My guess:
Starter: Freeman
Backup: Booker
Third/Special Teams: Henderson/Lindsay

I don’t see how Janovich fits if Lindsay really is impressing as much as it sounds, but it’s hard to know what Musgrove’s scheme is going to look like. If he insists on a fullback they would probably try to get Lindsay to the practice squad. Williams is headed to the practice squad, IMO.

Personally, I could see Freeman get a lot of reps in the first few games, but I don’t see him supplanting Booker that fast, not with the way the coaching staff has been hyping him since 1977

Booker and Freeman is clear. Jano probably makes it from versatility and experience. Lindsay.

Originally Posted by dogfish

i think they will keep four backs plus jano. . . up-tempo or not, elway has always wanted us to have a strong running game, and that hasn't changed. . . and jano is a strong special teams guy. . . i wouldn't be surprised if booker opens the season as the starter, but he won't hold off freeman for long. . . henderson is the wild card. . . i think lindsay makes the squad as a third down back and return guy. . . i'm really hoping we can generate a more dynamic rushing attack behind royce or deangelo, but a lot of that might depend on the line's ability to stay healthy and play with some consistency. . .

I agree, Denver keeps four running backs plus jano.

I like Henderson.

Coach said since we have a great fullback we will use him, So I think he might make the squad.

I think Freeman has a great year and Williams and Henderson contributes as well.

IMO, Janovich isn't versatile enough to use in today's NFL. If you don't have a player that can play fullback, tight end and split end on the roster, you're wasting a roster spot, even if the guy is on special teams. You can find that crazy, low-drafted or undrafted, linebacker to fill that special teams role and teach him enough of the defense to be a backup. Fullback is a wasted roster spot these days.

who?

Originally Posted by sneakers

who?

Henderson.

Originally Posted by MOtorboat

IMO, Janovich isn't versatile enough to use in today's NFL. If you don't have a player that can play fullback, tight end and split end on the roster, you're wasting a roster spot, even if the guy is on special teams. You can find that crazy, low-drafted or undrafted, linebacker to fill that special teams role and teach him enough of the defense to be a backup. Fullback is a wasted roster spot these days.

i hope they play him fifty snaps a game, just to piss you off. . .

Originally Posted by dogfish

i hope they play him fifty snaps a game, just to piss you off. . .

I just want to score points, Dog.