Archive for July, 2011

The Denver Broncos have re-signed defensive tackle Marcus Thomas on a one-year contract, as reported by The Denver Post. Thomas was drafted by the Broncos in the fourth round of the 2007 NFL Draft.  In his four years in Denver, Thomas has recorded 76 tackles with one sack and two interceptions. Follow Dustin on Twitter. Make sure to follow Predominantly Orange on Facebook.

The Denver Broncos have agreed to terms with former Carolina Panthers tight end Dante Rosario and former St. Louis Rams tight end Daniel Fells, as reported by ESPN‘s John Clayton via Twitter. “The Broncos reached agreement with two TEs _ Daniel Fells of the Rams and Dante Rosario of Car. Fells is expected to be the starter.” Rosario was drafted by the Panthers in the fifth round of the 2007 NFL Draft.  In his four seasons with Carolina, Rosario made 82 receptions for 894 yards and five touchdowns.  Rosario reunites with head coach John Fox in Denver.  Fells was an [...]

Lost among the Kyle Orton trade drama and other news out of Denver was the completion of the restructuring contract deal for Denver Broncos safety Brian Dawkins, which took place Friday evening, as reported by the Denver Post. Details of the contract were not disclosed.  Dawkins will be the starting strong safety for the team in 2011, and will help mentor rookie safety Rahim Moore, who is expected to start this year. Follow Dustin on Twitter. Make sure to follow Predominantly Orange on Facebook.

NFL news has been flowing like crazy this week, but there has been no other day as big as today around the NFL. Who says Saturday’s are a day off from working? Peyton Manning signed a stunning 5-year, $90 million contract with the Colts. This year’s biggest free agent, Nnamdi Asomugha, signed with Eagles. The Bears signed Marion Barber, and surprise, surprise, Albert Haynesworth isn’t quite ready to practice with the Patriots yet (Perhaps another failed conditioning test?). In other breaking news, the Sun Sentinel reported today that former Broncos receiver and current Dolphin Brandon Marshall has been diagnosed with [...]

It’s NOW official. Willis McGahee is a Denver Bronco. The former Ravens running back signed a 4-year, $10 million contract today. He will play a nice role in the running game as he adds depth and a solid third-down option alongside Knowshon Moreno. After DeAngelo Williams re-signed with the Panthers on Wednesday, McGahee was the Broncos first choice in free agency. Make sure to follow Predominantly Orange on Facebook and on Twitter.

This Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET, NFL Network will air “Sharpe Focus: Journey to Canton.”  In addition to this special, NFL Network will air a number of specials highlighting individuals in the 2011 Hall of Fame class.  Hall of Fame induction ceremonies take place Saturday, August 6th in Canton, Ohio.  The 2011 Hall of Fame class includes Shannon Sharpe, Deion Sanders, Richard Dent, Marshall Faulk, Ed Sabol, Chris Hanburger, and Les Richter.  Make sure to follow Predominantly Orange on Facebook.

Former Houston Texans wide receiver David Anderson has agreed to terms with the Denver Broncos, as announced by John Elway via Twitter. “We agreed to terms with WR David Anderson from Houston. A great addition for us.” Anderson was selected by the Texans in the seventh round of the 2006 NFL Draft.  During his five seasons with Houston, he made 81 receptions for 886 yards and three touchdowns.  Anderson was released by the Texans earlier today. Follow Dustin on Twitter. Make sure to follow Predominantly Orange on Facebook.

The Denver Broncos have announced that they have waived safety Renaldo Hill from the team roster.  Hill signed a four-year, $10 million contract with the Broncos in 2009, with $3 million guaranteed. Follow Dustin on Twitter. Make sure to follow Predominantly Orange on Facebook.

Is Kyle Orton going to be traded or will he remain a Bronco for the next year? That’s been the major question looming like a massive black cloud over Dove Valley. There have been so many reports about whether a deal between the Broncos and the Dolphins is going to happen. Pro Football Talk does a good job of summarizing all of the reports in their latest write-up about the situation. It’s worth the read. Make sure to follow Predominantly Orange on Facebook and on Twitter

When I was growing up, the time from Thanksgiving until Christmas Eve seemed like eternity.  As a young boy, it seemed like time even moved slower as Christmas Eve approached.  The anticipation was nearly too much to handle.  Surprisingly, that same feeling is what I feel now regarding the upcoming NFL season.  Thanks to the owners and players agreeing on a new collective bargaining agreement at the beginning of this week, NFL fans will definitely have an NFL season.