What lies ahead for Van Pelt

[Atlas]

What lies ahead for Van Pelt?

Arrival of Cutler means former CSU quarterback will have to fight to keep his job as Broncos backup
By TONY PHIFER
TonyPhifer@coloradoan.com

SoCals link:http://www.coloradoan.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060522/CSUZONE05/605220327/1006


Jack Dempsey /The Associated Presss


Broncos backup quarterback Bradlee Van Pelt stretches during minicamp at Broncos headquarters in Englewood.




ENGLEWOOD - Bradlee Van Pelt was still sleeping on the morning of April 29 when his cell phone rang the first time. He ignored it and tried to get back to sleep.

Then the phone rang again. And again. And again. Each time Van Pelt checked the caller ID on the phone, recognizing the number as that of a close friend. Still, he declined to answer.

But when his marketing manager called, Van Pelt knew something was up. He answered and was told that the Denver Broncos had just made a trade to move up in the first round of that day's NFL Draft.

"I knew right away what that meant," he said. "I knew they were going to draft a quarterback."

It's always a bit sobering, no matter what your job, to hear that management is bringing someone else on board at your position. All of a sudden, your once-comfortable place in the world is placed in peril and your future very much in doubt.

For a moment, that's exactly the way Van Pelt felt. After all, the former Colorado State University standout had worked hard for two years to secure his spot as Jake Plummer's backup, and he was under the impression that team management was pleased with his progress and ability to lead the team should something happen to Plummer.

But it's never been Van Pelt's style to shy away from a challenge, and he wasn't about to dodge this one. So, instead of lamenting the Broncos' selection of Vanderbilt's Jay Cutler with the No. 11 pick in the draft, Van Pelt simply rededicated himself to the task hand.

"I told everyone that I was not surprised the team drafted a quarterback," Van Pelt said during the team's recent passing camp. "I mean, what's there not to like? Cutler's a good quarterback, and the Broncos felt like they could improve themselves by drafting him.

"But the last time I checked, I have never lost a battle for a job. I love competition, and this is only going to make me compete even harder than before."

Just to let everyone know that he is serious about protecting his turf, Van Pelt decided that a few lifestyle changes were in order.

The first - and most public - change took many by surprise. Determined to look the part, he cut off his signature shoulder-length blond locks, emerging with a more aerodynamic look.

It was a do-it-yourself hatchet job that took two days using a beard trimmer.

"It was uneven and I still looked pretty raggedy," he said, laughing. "I was thinking about keeping it that way but my friends convinced me that I looked pretty bad, so I went to a barber and got it cleaned up.

"It was my way of saying goodbye to the old Bradlee. I looked at myself in the mirror one day and realized that I needed to change."

The other change was more dramatic. Long known as a fun-loving rebel willing to be the life of any party, Van Pelt decided to cut down significantly on his active social life so that he could focus on his career. He's no longer hanging out with friends until the wee hours, instead forcing himself to get plenty of sleep.

Denver coach Mike Shanahan, who watched Van Pelt rise from No. 5 on the depth chart at this time a year ago to take over the backup job, seemed amused by Van Pelt's declaration.

"I was a little surprised to hear some of that stuff from Bradlee," he said, smiling. "Of course, I don't go to the local bars. Obviously, there's a side to him I didn't know about.

"All I know is that he's been all business since he got here. He works very hard."

Nobody ever doubted Van Pelt's work ethic or determination. He was admired by coaches and fellow players at CSU for his tireless work in the weight room his willingness to do anything to help the team succeed.

Off the field, though, Van Pelt became a local legend. Not only did he enjoy an active nightlife, his days often were spent on the golf course, hiking in the nearby mountains or riding his signature skateboard around town.

While he doesn't regret those times, he wonders what might have been had he lived and breathed football during his four years at CSU.

"I probably cost myself millions of dollars and several places in the draft by not spending more time learning to be a better quarterback," he said. "It has taken me some time to catch up, but I don't regret my time at CSU at all. I had a good time, and I loved playing for coach (Sonny) Lubick.

"But now I realize that I have to channel my energy, to become more disciplined," he said. "I was working hard before, but now I'm working smarter. I'm doing the things necessary for me to become a more complete player."

Van Pelt long has been known as a running quarterback - his legs helped him win back-to-back offensive player of the year awards in the Mountain West Conference - whose passing seems to get better as he gets older. Even the Broncos loved the idea of utilizing his running skills: His first NFL play last fall was a quarterback draw that produced a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs.

But Van Pelt admits that his trademark chiseled features that were a byproduct of his weight-lifting prowess actually hindered his ability to throw. As a result, he has altered his workout routines to give him more flexibility.

"I'm more loose, more natural," he said. "My passing has improved dramatically as a result. People who saw me at CSU wouldn't even know me right now when it comes to passing."

Still, even with the improvements, his future is anything but certain. Shanahan traditionally likes to keep two quarterbacks on the active roster while stashing a third on the practice squad.

Shanahan hasn't unveiled his overall plan for this year, other than to say that Plummer will be the starter. He said he's still very pleased with Van Pelt at No. 2, but conventional wisdom suggests that there's no way a No. 1 draft pick is going to be put on the practice squad, let alone third on the depth chart.

Van Pelt knows the score. He knows his days in Denver could be numbered now that Cutler is in town.

Still, the 25-year-old son of former New York Giants great Brad Van Pelt isn't about to go quietly. Each time in his career that he has been told he was not the right fit at quarterback - at Michigan State, at CSU and with the Broncos - he has willed his way to success.

So, even if his NFL dreams take him to another locale, he won't be fazed.

"I don't want to be a backup - I want to be a starter," he said. "I know in my mind that I will be a great quarterback, that I will win a lot of games and, hopefully, lead my team to a championship. If that's here, great. If not, so be it.

"As for Cutler, he's a good guy. He's getting all of the attention right now, as he should. There's no jealousy on my part because I know that this is a business. But I don't care if he was drafted higher than me or if he has more money than me. I will give him respect but I will not give him my job.

"A coach can take the jersey off my back, but no player ever will."

[Atlas]

I think BVP will stick as the 3rd QB. He has what Shanny likes. I guess it depends what happens with Plummer. It would be great if next year Cutler wins the Job and Jake sticks around as a backup but that probably isn't likely.

[Tredici]

If I was answering the thread title question I would probably go with:

HDTV and a remote.

[chanesaw]

He was still asleep when we drafted Cutler??? That was pretty late in the afternoon.

[Archie]

I like Van Pelt, especially his passion for the game. I think He's got one year left as a Bronco unless we decide to keep 3 QB's after this year.

[Nuggets4]

He was still asleep when we drafted Cutler??? That was pretty late in the afternoon.

Bong hits take a long time to wear off apparently.

[Man-Goblin]

If I was answering the thread title question I would probably go with:

HDTV and a remote.

Yeah, he'll have a lot of time to get wasted in Lodo when he's cut in August.

[scorpio]

He was still asleep when we drafted Cutler??? That was pretty late in the afternoon.


No it wasn't it was like 11:30 AM

[Pezman]

Awesome! Another thread dedicated to a third-stringer hack. The media has given this kid a pass for so long now, you'd think HE was the star of the Broncos offense.

Hell, the only news about Van Pelt that I care about is RhymesDU's bar reports. Now that is real news I'd rather read about him.

[youcandoit1687]

I like Van Pelt, especially his passion for the game. I think He's got one year left as a Bronco unless we decide to keep 3 QB's after this year.

if he had passion, he would have been studying or doin something football instead of skateboarding, night clubbing, etc.

[Merlin]

Although I don't think VP is as good a QB as some here seem to think, I do think there is reason to carry 3 QBs. Usually the third QB does nothing more than take up space, cap space, and the place of a potentially useful player. However, VP has shown that he does have value on the field; that is, Shanny is able to device plays in which he can be used. So keeping VP does not equate to waste of space, plus it provides a security blanket that one hopes is never necessarily used.

[Atlas]

Awesome! Another thread dedicated to a third-stringer hack. The media has given this kid a pass for so long now, you'd think HE was the star of the Broncos offense.

Hell, the only news about Van Pelt that I care about is RhymesDU's bar reports. Now that is real news I'd rather read about him.

I agree he is a third string back but he also is a local sports star and he party hards.

[ludo21]

if he had passion, he would have been studying or doin something football instead of skateboarding, night clubbing, etc.


When??? So all year long he has to stay in a room and study??

His appearance (shedding weight to be more QB like) and his work habits of last and this off season have said nothing BUT he has passion for the game!

[BroncoBuff]

BVP will be #2 in Denver for many years to come ... here's why:

Plummer has a buyout clause after this season, and I think Shanny fully intends to exercise it. I think Shanny wanted Leinart, but couldn't make a deal ... so he 'settled' for Cutler. Don't believe all that crap about how he never met Cutler in person so he could "throw off" the other GMs ... that's crap. His phone call to Jeff Fischer at the last minute sounded more desperate than cunning to me ... He missed on Leinart, but was intent on carrying out his "2007 Franchise-QB salary-cap saving stategy of waiving Jake," so he pulled the trigger on Cutler.

Shanny loves BVP, BVP knows the offense, and BVP is cheap.

Shanny will keep all 3 on the 53-man roster this year - it's really not a problem with the weekly de-activation rule ... after all, he kept Monsanto Pope all last year, though he was inactive 14 of 16 games.

Plummer's 2007 salary-cap hit is unacceptable with thge QB-of-the-future on board. That said, Plummer could turn all that around with a SB XLI finish this year ....

[SoCalBronco]

I think BVP will be #2 in Denver for years to come ... here's why:

Plummer has a buyout clause after this season, and I think Shanny fully intends to exercise it. I think Shanny wanted Leinart, but couldn't make a deal ... so he 'settled' for Cutler. Don't believe all that crap about how he never met Cutler in person so he could "throw off" the other GMs ... that's crap. His phone call to Jeff Fischer at the last minute sounded more desperate than cunning to me ... He missed on Leinart and was still hoping to save his 2007 new QB salary-cap stategy of waiving Jake.

He likes BVP, and BVP knows the offense. He'll keep all 3 on the 53-man roster (it won't be a problem with the weekly de-activation rule ... after all, he kept Monsanto Pope all last year, though he was inactive 14 of 16 games).

Plummer's 2007 salary-cap hit is unacceptable with thge QB-of-the-future on board. That said, Plummer could turn all that around with a SB XLI finish this year ....

Ive always found it very strange that a big time CU fan consistently goes out of his way to say good things about BVP.

BTW, on the merits, I agree re: BVP should be the long term backup here given his rate of development so far from where he was on Draft Day 04 and he has the athletic ability to be the type of QB necessary to continue to run the system if "The Man" goes down.

[DBroncos4life]

http://www.mcdonalds.com/

[scorpio]

http://www.mcdonalds.com/


Van Pelt's going to be your boss?

[SoCalBronco]

http://www.mcdonalds.com/

What lies ahead for Bob.

[DBroncos4life]

Van Pelt's going to be your boss?
right

[Man-Goblin]

http://www.mcdonalds.com/

:rofl:

[DBroncos4life]

What lies ahead for Bob.
why is his mom dying?

[Atlas]

BVP will be #2 in Denver for many years to come ... here's why:

Plummer has a buyout clause after this season, and I think Shanny fully intends to exercise it. I think Shanny wanted Leinart, but couldn't make a deal ... so he 'settled' for Cutler. Don't believe all that crap about how he never met Cutler in person so he could "throw off" the other GMs ... that's crap. His phone call to Jeff Fischer at the last minute sounded more desperate than cunning to me ... He missed on Leinart, but was intent on carrying out his "2007 Franchise-QB salary-cap saving stategy of waiving Jake," so he pulled the trigger on Cutler.

Shanny loves BVP, BVP knows the offense, and BVP is cheap.

Shanny will keep all 3 on the 53-man roster this year - it's really not a problem with the weekly de-activation rule ... after all, he kept Monsanto Pope all last year, though he was inactive 14 of 16 games.

Plummer's 2007 salary-cap hit is unacceptable with thge QB-of-the-future on board. That said, Plummer could turn all that around with a SB XLI finish this year ....

I didn't know Plummer had a buyout, I know the Broncos after they paid him that last bonus of $6million that they basically can cut him and not hurt the cap at all.

[SoCalBronco]

why is his mom dying?

No, but you provided the McDonald's website...which is definitely what lies ahead for him (although I suppose he could be at Burger King too).

EDIT: I get it now....he doesnt have to work since his Mom is still around, as he gets to continue to live in the basement and she slides meals under the door.

[BroncoBuff]

Ive always found it very strange that a big time CU fan consistently goes out of his way to say good things about BVP.

I'm weird like that, I'll admit. I'd love for CSU to go 10-1 every year ... same with Air Force. Plus I always root for Big XII teams outside the conference and in Bowl games, and I even want AFC West teams to win vs. outside teams.

Remembering of course, that I MOST WISH that the

BRONCOs go 16-0 and the
BUFFs go 11-0 ...

I like to see Cecil Sapp do well, Joey Porter (to a certain extent) do well, and I'll be watching Erik Pears and Dave Anderson too ... call it a character flaw if you must ...

[Man-Goblin]

I didn't know Plummer had a buyout, I know the Broncos after they paid him that last bonus of $6million that they basically can cut him and not hurt the cap at all.

Kind of...any signing bonus money that was divided among the remaining years of the deal would accelerate and hit the cap (I believe the year after he is cut?) The $6 mill was converted from a roster bonus to a signing bonus last year, so there would be some cap ramifications.

[DBroncos4life]

No, but you provided the McDonald's website...which is definitely what lies ahead for him (although I suppose he could be at Burger King too).
I doubt bob can tie a tie so Im guessing it will be Burger King.

[Sodak]

Van Pelt's unpredictable, uncertain attibutes would keep a defense on it's heels if he came in, in the middle of a game.

I can't wait to see more of his game this pre season.

[SoCalBronco]

I doubt bob can tie a tie so Im guessing it will be Burger King.

I doubt it too.

I wonder what Bob is going to do when his Mom stops dressing him. Sooner or later he is going to have to learn how to do that.

[scorpio]

I doubt it too.

I wonder what Bob is going to do when his Mom stops dressing him. Sooner or later he is going to have to learn how to do that.


Zach will be here any minute to inform you that you have a man-crush on Bob and then accuse you of setting up a straw man argument.

Wash, rinse, repeat.

[TotallyScrewed]

I'd like to see what shedding the 10-20 pounds of muscle can do for him. I didn't think what I saw was a result of too much muscle but rather a result of too late in the recognize and react department. I dunno...weren't his passes often late and into good coverage???

He's got sand, that's for sure.

[Sodak]

I'd like to see what shedding the 10-20 pounds of muscle can do for him. I didn't think what I saw was a result of too much muscle but rather a result of too late in the recognize and react department. I dunno...weren't his passes often late and into good coverage???

He's got sand, that's for sure.


True, he can help his body/ athleticism, with different training, but he's probably stuck with a slow release.

Is that something that can be improved with a better understanding of the game?

[BroncoBuff]

People forget how good BVP was last pre-season .... he was pretty awesome, actually ... I'll find the numbers...

2005 Pre-Season Stats

Bradlee Van Pelt - Att/Cmp/Yds - 67/36/395 - Pct 53.7% - 4 TD - 0 Int - LG 32 - QB Rating 90.7
Bradlee Van Pelt - Carries/Yards - 15/110 - Avg 7.3 - Long 40


All this, plus I recall Darius Watts dropped at least one BVP TD pass vs. the 49ers ...vs. HOUSTON

Van Pelt led Denver's quarterbacks with 107 passing yards, completing 10 of 17 passes.

Van Pelt quickly showed why the coaching staff promoted him to the second team by gaining 40 yards on an exciting quarterback draw in just his third play of the game. He went on to complete passes of 17 yards to receiver Darius Watts and 11 yards to tight end Jeb Putzier, resulting in a first and goal at the Houston 8-yard line to set up the first of two Jason Elam field goals that would give Denver a 13-7 lead early in the fourth quarter.

vs. INDIANAPOLIS

The Broncos immediately matched the Colts score with one of their own when Jeb Putzier caught a 28-yard pass from Bradlee Van Pelt and rumbled untouched into the end zone to finish a quick, 28 second, three play drive that spanned 37 yards in 1:59. That wrapped up the scoring for the night as the game ended with Denver taking a 37-24 victory.

vs. ARIZONA

Bradlee Van Pelt completed 16 of 26 passes for 129 yards, a long of 22, three touchdowns and a 112.5 quarterback rating.

Van Pelt put together a 10-play, 44-yard drive that ended with a 48-yard Jason Elam field goal. The Broncos took a 3-0 lead with 5:53 remaining in the first quarter.

Denver faced another third down two plays later when Van Pelt found wide receiver turned tight end Nate Jackson for a 13-yard gain. Van Pelt hit Todd Devoe on the next play before handing it over to running back Ron Dayne, who rumbled 23 yards into Arizona territory.

Van Pelt returned to action to start the second half and picked up where he left off in the first. The No. 2 quarterback led an offensive charge that ate up more than seven minutes of clock, and took the Broncos 48-yards down field. Quentin Griffin was the workhorse running back on the drive, but it was a three-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Todd Devoe that put the Broncos up 24-10.

vs. SAN FRANCISCO

Bell opened the Broncos' next possession with back-to-back runs of 16 and 19 yards. Van Pelt took over from there, rolling out to his right, missing a tackler and finding Watts in the end zone. Watts, however, was out of bounds on the play. The quarterback was forced out of the pocket on the next play as well, scrambling for nine yards and bringing up third-and-inches from the 49ers 25. Van Pelt rushed for three yards and a first down before the two-minute warning.

Denver drove to the San Francisco 34-yard line when Van Pelt lofted a pass down the near side to wide receiver Todd Devoe. Daven Holly was whistled for pass interfearence, placing the ball at the 2-yard line. Bell went up the middle for a touchdown on the next play.



And he's BETTER now?! I understand the guy's personality rubs many around here the wrong way, but the numbers don't lie. BVP's gonna be around a long, long time ... So stop hating, Taco John! ;D

[scorpio]

True, he can help his body/ athleticism, with different training, but he's probably stuck with a slow release.

Is that something that can be improved with a better understanding of the game?

A "slow" release is absolutely something that can be improved with different training modalities. Plyometrics, rotator cuff strengthening, powerlifting, etc. It's just a matter of deciding what you want to make your body do and then finding the right way to do it.

[DomCasual]

The first - and most public - change took many by surprise. Determined to look the part, he cut off his signature shoulder-length blond locks, emerging with a more aerodynamic look.

It was a do-it-yourself hatchet job that took two days using a beard trimmer.
This was the most interesting thing about the article, in my opinion. He spent two days cutting his hair with a beard trimmer? Good Lord - is he an imbecile?

We have one of the most complicated offensive systems in the NFL, and this guy is spending two days cutting off his hair with a beard trimmer. When I think of Bradlee Van Pelt's future, I think of a word - and it starts with, "Would you like fries with that?"

[ludo21]

This was the most interesting thing about the article, in my opinion. He spent two days cutting his hair with a beard trimmer? Good Lord - is he an imbecile?

We have one of the most complicated offensive systems in the NFL, and this guy is spending two days cutting off his hair with a beard trimmer. When I think of Bradlee Van Pelt's future, I think of a word - and it starts with, "Would you like fries with that?"


And I look at it in a completely different view.

He wants to prove that he is NOT just a 3rd tier guy. He slimmed down (upper body) so he can be more fluid, cut his hair. He is taling this serious.

Stop hating DC, go back outside or something! ;D

[Sodak]

A "slow" release is absolutely something that can be improved with different training modalities. Plyometrics, rotator cuff strengthening, powerlifting, etc. It's just a matter of deciding what you want to make your body do and then finding the right way to do it.

Right. You're talking about physical attributes. I'm talking about his brain.

I like BVP a lot, and really enjoyed watching him at CSU, but this board is getting to me. I'm starting to wonder about him now.

[DomCasual]

And I look at it in a completely different view.

He wants to prove that he is NOT just a 3rd tier guy. He slimmed down (upper body) so he can be more fluid, cut his hair. He is taling this serious.

Stop hating DC, go back outside or something! ;D
But don't you think he would have been better off just going in to Top Cuts, dropping ten bucks, and saying, "Use the clippers - number two?" I mean, maybe the article was exaggerating? Two days? Um, okay.

[ludo21]

But don't you think he would have been better off just going in to Top Cuts, dropping ten bucks, and saying, "Use the clippers - number two?" I mean, maybe the article was exaggerating? Two days? Um, okay.


They gotta be exaggerating, or took a BVP response too serious. I can see him joking about something like that. If not, plain and simple, he is an idiot! ;D

But i doubt it.

[ØrangeÇrush]

I think that BVP is safe this year. Shanahan will keep Cutler #3 on the depth chart but give him the reps with the practice squad. BVP has shown enough that he'll get a long look this year as the backup QBOTF.

[azbroncfan]

His next move is probably taking bong hits and doing Keg stands. I hope they keep him for gimmick plays and develope into a good backup for Cutler.

[FantomForce]

It no longer BVP, now its SPYB, start packing your bags cuz Cutler is commin' to town:thumbs:

[Atlas]

People forget how good BVP was last pre-season .... he was pretty awesome, actually ... I'll find the numbers...

2005 Pre-Season Stats

Bradlee Van Pelt - Att/Cmp/Yds - 67/36/395 - Pct 53.7% - 4 TD - 0 Int - LG 32 - QB Rating 90.7
Bradlee Van Pelt - Carries/Yards - 15/110 - Avg 7.3 - Long 40


All this, plus I recall Darius Watts dropped at least one BVP TD pass vs. the 49ers ...vs. HOUSTON

Van Pelt led Denver's quarterbacks with 107 passing yards, completing 10 of 17 passes.

Van Pelt quickly showed why the coaching staff promoted him to the second team by gaining 40 yards on an exciting quarterback draw in just his third play of the game. He went on to complete passes of 17 yards to receiver Darius Watts and 11 yards to tight end Jeb Putzier, resulting in a first and goal at the Houston 8-yard line to set up the first of two Jason Elam field goals that would give Denver a 13-7 lead early in the fourth quarter.

vs. INDIANAPOLIS

The Broncos immediately matched the Colts score with one of their own when Jeb Putzier caught a 28-yard pass from Bradlee Van Pelt and rumbled untouched into the end zone to finish a quick, 28 second, three play drive that spanned 37 yards in 1:59. That wrapped up the scoring for the night as the game ended with Denver taking a 37-24 victory.

vs. ARIZONA

Bradlee Van Pelt completed 16 of 26 passes for 129 yards, a long of 22, three touchdowns and a 112.5 quarterback rating.

Van Pelt put together a 10-play, 44-yard drive that ended with a 48-yard Jason Elam field goal. The Broncos took a 3-0 lead with 5:53 remaining in the first quarter.

Denver faced another third down two plays later when Van Pelt found wide receiver turned tight end Nate Jackson for a 13-yard gain. Van Pelt hit Todd Devoe on the next play before handing it over to running back Ron Dayne, who rumbled 23 yards into Arizona territory.

Van Pelt returned to action to start the second half and picked up where he left off in the first. The No. 2 quarterback led an offensive charge that ate up more than seven minutes of clock, and took the Broncos 48-yards down field. Quentin Griffin was the workhorse running back on the drive, but it was a three-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Todd Devoe that put the Broncos up 24-10.

vs. SAN FRANCISCO

Bell opened the Broncos' next possession with back-to-back runs of 16 and 19 yards. Van Pelt took over from there, rolling out to his right, missing a tackler and finding Watts in the end zone. Watts, however, was out of bounds on the play. The quarterback was forced out of the pocket on the next play as well, scrambling for nine yards and bringing up third-and-inches from the 49ers 25. Van Pelt rushed for three yards and a first down before the two-minute warning.

Denver drove to the San Francisco 34-yard line when Van Pelt lofted a pass down the near side to wide receiver Todd Devoe. Daven Holly was whistled for pass interfearence, placing the ball at the 2-yard line. Bell went up the middle for a touchdown on the next play.



And he's BETTER now?! I understand the guy's personality rubs many around here the wrong way, but the numbers don't lie. BVP's gonna be around a long, long time ... So stop hating, Taco John! ;D

All that is fine and Dandy but he really showed what he could do against the Chargers the last game of the year leading the Broncos to a road win 23-7 over an inspired Chargers team. Granted the Defense really won the game for the Broncos but BVP was the QB and deserves credit for it.

[Nuggets4]

All that is fine and Dandy but he really showed what he could do against the Chargers the last game of the year leading the Broncos to a road win 23-7 over an inspired Chargers team. Granted the Defense really won the game for the Broncos but BVP was the QB and deserves credit for it.

What?!? He was 2-for-8 and threw for 7 yards. Some of his passes were off by a good 10 feet. If you're going to support BVP, the last game on Earth you should use for support is the SD game.

[bronco militia]

What?!? He was 2-for-8 and threw for 7 yards. Some of his passes were off by a good 10 feet. If you're going to support BVP, the last game on Earth you should use for support is the SD game.

no doubt....

IMO, the only thing we learned about BVP in that game is that he can't throw a wet ball.

[Man-Goblin]

This was the most interesting thing about the article, in my opinion. He spent two days cutting his hair with a beard trimmer? Good Lord - is he an imbecile?

We have one of the most complicated offensive systems in the NFL, and this guy is spending two days cutting off his hair with a beard trimmer. When I think of Bradlee Van Pelt's future, I think of a word - and it starts with, "Would you like fries with that?"

Well, he did go to CSU....



.....just kidding CSU fans!

[TotallyScrewed]

I really think that there's a good possibility that Denver carries three QB's. Unless, of course, Jay Cutler is Elway-Montana-Young rolled into one.