Author: Chris Tomasson chris.tomasson@gazette.com
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Broncos keep 3 QBs on 53-man roster, retain Stidham, Ehlinger behind Nix
For several weeks, when asked whether the Broncos would keep three quarterbacks on the roster, head coach Sean Payton’s standard answer was, “We’ll see.” Well, the Broncos sure liked what they saw Friday. The Broncos on Sunday set their initial 53-man regular-season roster and it includes three quarterbacks in starter Bo Nix and reserves Jarrett…
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Broncos cut 10 players, to place FB Adam Prentice on practice squad
The Broncos cut at least 10 players Saturday, and they plan for fullback Adam Prentice to start the season on the practice squad. None of the players let go were on the official NFL transaction wire Saturday. Teams must be down to 53 by 4 p.m. Sunday. An NFL source said the Broncos plan to…
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Fast friends Red Murdock, Taurean York wait it out as Broncos’ final cuts approach
It is appropriate the lockers of Red Murdock and Taurean York are next to each other at Empower Field. The two Broncos inside linebackers have become fast friends. And both are making good strides as rookies. But it remains to be seen if the two will remain locker mates. The Broncos have a deep roster,…
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Facing uncertain future, Jonathon Cooper was only Broncos defensive starter to face Vikings
Broncos outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper played the first two series in Friday’s preseason finale. Now it will be seen when he plays again. Cooper is facing a felony domestic violence charge and two misdemeanors for an alleged incident in June in Douglas County and has a court hearing Monday. He could face discipline from the…
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Jarrett Stidham, Sam Ehlinger lead Broncos to 34-6 rout of Vikings in preseason finale
The battle to be the Broncos’ backup quarterback might already have been wrapped up, but Sam Ehlinger at least closed the preseason strong. In Denver’s 34-6 win over Minnesota at Empower Field, Jarrett Stidham started and had a solid first quarter. And that came after Stidham already had the edge to be the backup to…
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After Helton and Walker, which Denver athlete should be next up for a statue? | Friday Faceoff
The Rockies are honoring their Hall of Famers — Larry Walker and Todd Helton — with statues outside Coors Field. Which Denver sports figures should be next? Chris Tomasson, Broncos beat writer Answer: John Elway When one visits Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, there is a big statue out front of Peyton Manning. So why…
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Broncos brace for talented players to potentially head elsewhere | 53-man roster projection
Broncos players on the waiver wire Sunday and Monday could prove to be very popular. NFL teams must trim rosters to the regular-season limit of 53 by 4 p.m. Sunday. Teams can put in claims on waived players until 11 a.m. Monday. Due to Denver’s tremendous depth, there could be some intriguing players let go.…
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Broncos hope to re-sign released Taylor Rapp; cut Kyre Duplessis, sign Foster Sarell, Israel Antwine
ENGLEWOOD — The Broncos said goodbye to Taylor Rapp but hope to eventually say hello to him again. The veteran safety who was signed by the Broncos last Thursday was released Wednesday. Head coach Sean Payton said Rapp, who went through just one practice with the team, has some personal issues and could be re-signed…
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Ex-Broncos QB Jake Plummer works with military members, offers thoughts on Bo Nix
ENGLEWOOD — A year ago, when a USAA-sponsored event took place at Broncos Park, Jake Plummer felt left out. The former Broncos quarterback was invited to a luncheon but didn’t get to take the field with military members who went through football drills. “They said (after last year’s luncheon), ‘You’re done,’” Plummer said. “And I…
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Broncos’ Vance Joseph says defense was ‘unengaged’ and ‘a little bit lazy’ vs. Packers
ENGLEWOOD — Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph said there’s a “standard” with his unit and it wasn’t met against Green Bay. The Broncos were walloped 33-13 by the Packers in their second preseason game Friday at Empower Field. Discouraging for Joseph was Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love leading a 12-play, 63-yard drive on the first…