Broncos in Limbo for the Season - Next Year Better?

We have been saying "Next Year" for several years now, and here we are again. Next Year things will get better, we all hope anyway.  As for me, the old cynic, I am not so sure but many Bronco Fans believe in the NY deal, so I respect their feelings.

	Broncos' Owner Says McDaniels Will Be Coach In 2011 From FanHouse.com
	Tim Tebow: Full Report Card of His Rookie Season to Date From Bleacher Report
	SpyGate II: Broncos Busted, Fined For Taping 49ers' Practice From Bleacher Report

Devil in the Game, Broncos Trumped Again, Woe is me

The day has been long, too long. Hopes and dreams trashed, ruined by the devil himself. 

They have allowed the devil in our game. All is lost, all is forsaken, destructalante' des fansa, des coacha, des videolanza.

Rams win and Broncos lose again.  Tell me this is a dream, a nightmare, a bad novel.

Ve hass a been Hootwinked.  Das Footaballa it's a better in-a Chicago! Cutler wins 4 in a row?

Cutler tosses four TDs to lead Bears over Eagles

CHICAGO -- Jay Cutler tied a career high with four touchdown passes and the Chicago Bears beat Michael Vick and the Philadelphia Eagles 31-26 to take sole possession of the NFC North lead on Sunday.

The win was their fourth straight and it put them a game ahead of Green Bay in the division. It also came against one of the top teams in the NFC.

Violation of NFL Policy Results in Apologies from Bowlen and McDaniels

Statements from Pat Bowlen and Josh McDaniels 

Pat Bowlen said, "This incident cuts into the trust and respect our fans, our ticket holders, our community and our fellow competitors have for our organization. That is why the Denver Broncos, upon learning of this violation, immediately investigated this matter and reported the incident to the League.

"The Denver Broncos and I accept the discipline imposed by the NFL. We will take all steps to ensure that an incident like this never occurs again. We will always strive to uphold the integrity of our organization and the National Football League."

Josh McDaniels said, "I apologize for not promptly reporting the improper conduct of our video director before our game against the 49ers in London. The actions of this individual are in no way representative of the values and integrity held by myself, our players and coaches, and the entire Denver Broncos organization.

"I understand the punishment from the National Football League and support its commitment to the integrity of the game. We have addressed the situation internally to assure that nothing like this happens again."

Read the entire statements here

Monday Night Football Just A Few Hours Away

Denver must come out and play hard right from the beginning, and if possible, get the ball early and often, and score early and often.  San Diego wants to reverse the momentum Denver has from last week, and they will try to do exactly the same thing.  I hope we win the coin toss.

The Chargers typically do well in the 2nd half of the season, so they will be totally determined to shut Denver down quickly.  Look for some scraps on the field as these teams rumble.  Every game is like a playoff game for Denver now, and that is the only real disadvantage going in.  Denver must win every game and that is all there is to it,  I hope they can do it.  

The first 8 games were hard, and they lost a lot of them, but it appears they have not lost heart or self confidence, so how exciting will it be if they go on a stretch of WINS?  It will rock the Bronco Nation if they do it.  Chargers are 3 and 1 at home, while Broncos are 1 and 3 away, so this makes it even more difficult for them, but the Chargers cannot win if Denver executes like they did last week.

Denver comes off a win last Sunday, but the Chargers have won 2 in a row, and have only one tick better record, so this game can go either way, and my bet is on the Broncos.  Oddsmakers are giving it to the Chargers, but Denver beat the oddsmakers last week and can do it again in my opinion.

Let's pray, and watch Monday Night Football - Tonight

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Why did Todd Haley Refuse to Shake Josh McDaniel's Hand?

Denver Post Picture - Joe Amon - AP
Why did the coach of the KC Chiefs refuse to shake McDaniel's hand last Sunday after the game?

He did make a statement about his behavior after the game, on camera, apologizing for how he acted, but he never did explain what made him so mad.

Was it the fact that the Broncos made it into the end zone too many times?  Was it that challenge he issued and lost, due to the replay equipment malfunction?

Since he has never said why, it is speculation, but it sure was a bad moment for him.  He looked like a BAD SPORT.  Is that OK in the NFL?

McDaniels had an episode or 2 last season that created controversy, and that may be why he so readily forgave the guy for this snub, or it could have been his keen sense of "we won the game so it doesn't matter" that allowed him to shake it off.

Desert News Story

Congratulations Broncos - Amazing Turn Around Game

I watched in amazement as the Denver Broncos pounded the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday. What an awesome game from start to finish! They started out hard and fast, made the first strike, kept the pressure up so KC did not return scores during the first 2 quarters, and they won it big time - W

Now we know how much talent and control they have, and of course we want them to continue playing like that. They played the game with a lot of enthusiasm and drive, and executed every play like a championship team. Now they have a much higher standard to live up to.

I was amazed to see them put Tebow in and how easily he made the TDs happen. One by just running it in (my suggestion the other day), and the other by passing. In fact, Sunday was Tebow's first NFL passing TD. What a HOOT

Their next game is Monday the 22nd, against the Chargers in Qualcomm Stadium. That will not be an easy game by any means. But, if the Broncos play that game like they played on Sunday, the Chargers will be in for a very rough game.

The Defense on Sunday was amazing. Not only did they hold the Chief's running backs to very small yardage, they also forced turnovers and took advantage of it by scoring themselves. Defensive Touchdowns are wonderful to watch, if they are YOUR Defense.

Final score was an amazing 49 to 29. Brandon Lloyd scored the first 2 TDs and it was all Broncos after that. What a Game Man!

W

Chiefs coming to Mile High Sunday spells Difficulty - Capital D

No matter what, the Broncos have to consider the reality of their most precarious situation with their 2 and 6 record. They have to win this game and every game left to have a chance to get into the playoffs. Anyway, that is what we used to talk about but nowadays we are simply talking about having a decent second half. Final analysis is that it will be hard to come out 8 and 8 by the end, very hard.

 

Broncos defenders Champ Bailey, left, and D.J. Williams, right, 

couldn't stop the Chiefs' Jamaal Charles in last year's season

finale. (The Denver Post | John Leyba)

Sunday the Chiefs will bring Jamaal Charles and Thomas Jones with them, and these guys are hot this year.  They have combined for 1,289 rushing yards so far this year.  In fact the Chiefs get more yards on the ground than they do in the air.  They are averaging 179.6 yards rushing and 168.9 yards passing. Duh, this means Broncos Defense will get overworked again, so good thing for the Bye Week.

I have no idea how they will do, but die hard fans are hoping for a win against all odds.  In fact, oddsmakers are unanimously taking the Chiefs by an average of +3. Man if the Broncos could somehow put it all together and win this one, some Bookies would lose a bunch of money.

I still believe with Orton's injuries (mostly minor), that they should start Tebow.  TT can run the ball, pass the ball and fall on the ball like any good RB or WR can, and he wants to play.  So, my opinion is to start him.  What do they have to lose?  He has the ability to fire up the whole team.  Heck, he will have to write a whole nuther set of memoirs later.  He could call it "Tebow Memoirs II" or something like that.

So you remember that last game with KC last season?  Jamaal Charles rushed for 259 yards and left the game early, after the Chiefs were leading 44 to 24. That is mostly what the Broncos are going to have to defend against Sunday.  Charles is a firestorm and he is not hurting from any serious injuries. When he needs a rest, they hand it to Thomas Jones and he does his thing pretty well.  Our team must put together a fantastic first strike and a big big Defense. 

D is for Denver, but Sunday D is for Defense. We Bronco fans believe in miracles.

What Do They Have to Lose? Start Tebow Sunday

Denver Broncos need to put a spark into the game plan, and there is no better asset on their roster than Tim Tebow at this point. I am not suggesting replacing Orton, just getting things going fast and furious.  Tebow should start the game on Sunday to reverse the momentum.

Broncos have been outscored 40 to 7 this year in the first quater of all games cumulatively.  There is a need for a first strike in Q1, and I believe if this is successful, the team will follow the lead.  Maybe Tebow could just run some fake handoffs and run in a different direction each play until he is in scoring range.  Then if he cannot get another player into the EZ, he can just do it himself.

McDaniels said. "I don't want to sit here and say we're going to only play this or that at this point. We're going to try to go ahead and do what we feel like we have to do...."  (this news story quoted)

So after the Bye week, the team is getting more players back from Injured Reserve. Ayers may be questionable, but many others are returning for work.  The team will be ready for some excitement Sunday.  I think they would mostly be in agreement that something new has to be tried.  Would they agree with me?  Not sure on that.

Broncos Make 2 Teams Equal by Losing Sunday

Well that is a funny can of worms isn't it?  By losing on Sunday to the 49ers, the Denver Broncos made the 2 teams equal in the rankings, 2 and 6 each.  What a magnanimous gesture on their parts.  Talk about helping your neighbor out, man that gets the award. Now both teams are last in their division standings. Well, that is one way to share the wealth.

Now let's see here.  If the Broncos want to beat last year's record, they must win the next 8 games. Then the very best they can have is 10 and 6.  What do ya think of them odds bubba?  I am not laying out any green stuff on that kinda bet.  How about ending with 8 and 8?  That would require the Broncos to win 75% of their remaining games. Maybe that one is possible, but I am thinking more like 50% to be realistic.

So here we are, another mediocre year and a very questionable future for the new head coach.  I have been hearing John Elway might be attempting to buy into the team.  He admitted his interest in a past interview.  If number 7 takes over, what do ya think will happen to the present management?  Heck, I have no way of really knowing, but my best guess is that they will be replaced.  

Now the future of the franchise is on the line and most of the deciding factors are happening behind the scenes as we all suffer the present reality.  I never imagined we would be seeing a 2 and 6 at mid-season, even with the current set of personnel and management.  The future is where we are looking, and some are praying about the present.  Do ya pray?  Now is the time for it.