Broncos Back to Dove Valley

The NFL lockout is over and the team is back to a very late training camp.  This morning at 8:00 am, they reported to Dove Valley for their new training schedule and other instructions, and of course to workout.


This is all good news, and in my case, cause for going back to work and getting ready for the season.


Here is the latest information for all us fans who will be going to the practices. This comes from the Denver Bronco Website.

The team will practice at its headquarters -- the Paul D. Bowlen Memorial Broncos Centre -- in Englewood, Colo. Come out for a chance to see the club as it prepares for its first season under Head Coach John Fox.

Dove Valley Headquarters 13655 Broncos Parkway Englewood, CO 80112 Located just three miles east of I-25 on Arapahoe on the corner of Potomac and Broncos Parkway Beginning Thursday, July 28

Admission: Practices are free and open to the public for viewing beginning on Thursday, July 28. Gates for public practices will open one hour before the session begins.

Fan Parking: Parking at the Broncos’ facility is located on the west side of the practice fields and is open on a first-come, first-served basis. Because space is limited, please arrive early. The parking area is open one hour before the start of each practice.

General Seating: There will be no bleachers at the Broncos’ 2011 training camp, but fans will be able to view the practices from selected areas that will be marked clearly on site. Fans will primarily be seated along the west end of the practice fields.

ADA: Admission to the Denver Broncos’ 2011 training camp will be ADA accessible.  

Lawn Chairs: Lawn chairs will not be allowed at training camp.

Bag Policy: Soft-sided bags no larger than 12” x 12” x 12” will be permitted at training camp.

Cameras: Fans are welcome to use still cameras during Broncos’ 2011 training camp, but video cameras will not be permitted. Only members of the media will be allowed to bring cameras with professional lenses and tripods to training camp.

Autographs: Players will be designated by position group (WRs, DLs, DBs, etc.) to sign autographs for fans after each practice open to the public. All autographs will take place by the guest seating area located on the west end of the practice fields.

Food and Beverages: Food concessions will not be sold during training camp, but non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase on site. Food and non-alcoholic beverage items will be permitted in small individual quantities. 

Umbrellas: Umbrellas of any size will not be permitted inside the Broncos’ training facility. Please bring sufficient wet weather attire if necessary.

Team Store: The Broncos’ team store will be temporarily relocated adjacent to the practice fields during training camp. This area will be clearly marked.

SCHEDULE OF 2011 TRAINING CAMP PRACTICES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC* *Practice times and dates are subject to change without notice Full schedule to be released as soon as it is finalized
Thursday, July 28 8:50 a.m.-11:30 a.m. 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 292:40-5:20 p.m. Saturday, July 30 8:50 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Sunday, July 312:40-5:20 p.m. Saturday, August 6 2 p.m. at INVESCO Field at Mile High

Will There Be Football by August 7th or Not?

Preseason begins on August 7th, normally a time of great anticipation.  Usually we are all waiting to see the newly drafted players come and show off their talents. This year of course, things are really different. First of all, there hasn't even been a draft, or even trades while the lockout holds everything up.

Now really folks, are the NFL owners actually going to allow the preseason to NOT Start?  They make money from many sources, including ADS, during that time too.  They must end this or they will actually begin Losing Kaching.  NFL owners do not like to lose money.  Ya think?

There are some new rumors floating about that might indicate things are getting closer to a solution for both sides. Most of the stuff is already agreed upon, with just a few remaining. Makes sense to me that these guys get it finished and then they can hurry up and draw up some trades and start training camp.  

By the time the players take the field, they will still be sore from workouts the day before.  What about playbooks?   Fat chance of memorizing them in time.  They will just have to learn it on the fly. 

Owner and player revenue splits have already been agreed on, and free agency rules as well.  Sure seems like the deal is getting closer.  Last week the players revealed their secret insurance deal they have that would pay every one of them 200K if the owners cancel the season. 

Now what owners do you know that would actually do that?  Let's see this get ironed out and get ready for some football. 

Former Broncos DL Duranko Dies

Pete Duranko, a former Bronco defensive lineman, died yesterday following a long and difficult battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. He was 67 at the time of his death.


During his playing years, Pete was commonly known as  "Diesel Duranko"  for his bruising, smashing play on the field. He died in his hometown of Johnstown, Pa., on Saturday.


Duranko became a national spokesman for ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) after his diagnosis about 10 years ago. Pete is highly regarded by many for his work.


His wife Janet said of him, "Pete was such a fighter. I've never seen anybody fight so much in my whole life. Just last Friday he attended his high school reunion. But it was a blessing that he passed, because it was getting very hard at the end. He spent a lot of time over the last six months in hospice care."


Diesel Duranko had 76 starts and played in 98 games with the Broncos.


(I found this picture of Pete on Google, but not sure who to credit for it)

What Other News besides Tim Tebow?

When you Google "Denver Broncos" these days, about all you come up with is "Tim Tebow". Imagine that?


This time it is a story about Tim's Faith.  Since I am also a Christian, I cannot argue that his faith is a big deal, especially when you consider his fan base.  The Lord might use him to get more people praying. 


So here is the story about Tim's faith:
Why Denver Broncos QB Shouldn't Keep Faith and Football Separate


Also there is this story about Tim Tebow:

Tim Tebow and Broncos work out at Valor Christian High School

Denver Post (blog) ‎

Lindsay Jones has covered the Denver Broncos and the NFL for The Denver Post since June 2008. A native of Fort Collins, Lindsay graduated from Emory University in Atlanta in 2003 with degrees in political science and 

journalism.

What Other News besides Tim Tebow?

When you Google "Denver Broncos" these days, about all you come up with is "Tim Tebow". Imagine that?


This time it is a story about Tim's Faith.  Since I am also a Christian, I cannot argue that his faith is a big deal, especially when you consider his fan base.  The Lord might use him to get more people praying. 


So here is the story about Tim's faith:
Why Denver Broncos QB Shouldn't Keep Faith and Football Separate


Also there is this story about Tim Tebow:

Tim Tebow and Broncos work out at Valor Christian High School

Denver Post (blog) ‎

Lindsay Jones has covered the Denver Broncos and the NFL for The Denver Post since June 2008. A native of Fort Collins, Lindsay graduated from Emory University in Atlanta in 2003 with degrees in political science and 

journalism.

What Other News besides Tim Tebow?

When you Google "Denver Broncos" these days, about all you come up with is "Tim Tebow". Imagine that?


This time it is a story about Tim's Faith.  Since I am also a Christian, I cannot argue that his faith is a big deal, especially when you consider his fan base.  The Lord might use him to get more people praying. 


So here is the story about Tim's faith:


Why Denver Broncos QB Shouldn't Keep Faith and Football Separate


Also there is this story about Tim Tebow:

Tim Tebow and Broncos work out at Valor Christian High School

Denver Post (blog) ‎

Lindsay Jones has covered the Denver Broncos and the NFL for The Denver Post since June 2008. A native of Fort Collins, Lindsay graduated from Emory University in Atlanta in 2003 with degrees in political science and 

journalism.