Broncos combine interviews

[Ratboy]

Broncos | McRae interviews with team
Sun, 24 Feb 2008 11:19:01 -0800

KFFL has learned Ohio University RB Kalvin McRae has had talks with the Denver Broncos.


Broncos | Team meets with Dingle
Sun, 24 Feb 2008 13:36:06 -0800

West Virginia University DE Johnny Dingle said during his NFL Scouting Combine interview that he met with the Denver Broncos during the combine.


Broncos | Team meets with J. Geathers
Sun, 24 Feb 2008 16:17:38 -0800

University of Nevada-Las Vegas DE Jeremy Geathers said during his NFL Scouting Combine interview that he met with the Denver Broncos.


Broncos | Team speaks with Sullivan
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 02:18:09 -0800

Notre Dame C John Sullivan said during his NFL Scouting Combine interview that he has met with the Denver Broncos.

[Ratboy]

Defensive Ends? I'm not sure why.

[Liquid Courage]

have we ever drafted someone we were known to interview? seems like these are always a smokescreen. and we should officially NOT be interviewing ANY O-Lineman from ND . . . . never before have I seen such a turnstile approach than at ND last year.

[2KBack]

ah, Denver Bronco's Combine interviews. The only guys in the country I'm confidant we won't draft.

[theAPAOps5]

Exactly, I don't remember any reports of the Broncos interviewing Jay Cutler. I know they did their homework by asking other coaches but I never knew it was made public until after he was drafted.

[chaz]

ah, Denver Bronco's Combine interviews. The only guys in the country I'm confidant we won't draft.

exactly. :thumbs:

[CBF1]

Is Jeremy Geathers Jumpy's son???

[Dukes]

Is Jeremy Geathers Jumpy's son???

That was my first thought

[PRBronco]

Haha no joke, can we have a list of who the Titans interviewed? Might be more telling.

[HEAV]

Exactly, I don't remember any reports of the Broncos interviewing Jay Cutler. I know they did their homework by asking other coaches but I never knew it was made public until after he was drafted.



Correct. They never interviewed Jay-C. That's why he was suprised Denver selected him, not to mention many of us (myself included).


But then you have years like Ash Leile. He was known to be the target for weeks ahead of the draft.

[rovolution]

Is Jeremy Geathers Jumpy's son???

yup.

Maybe he can bring the Forklift back to the Mile High City.

[Traveler]

yup.

Maybe he can bring the Forklift back to the Mile High City.

Wouldn't that be a godsend? I wonder if Jumpy taught it to him.

[Vegas_Bronco]

I'm all for some UNLV love on the Broncos -:~ohyah!:

BUT WE NEED THIS UNLV REBEL = BEAST

Beau Bell (OLB)
Height:6'2"
Weight:248
College:UNLV
Conference:Mountain West
Hometown:Tustin, CA
High School:Tustin HS


Overview
After missing the second half of his junior campaign due to a left ankle sprain, the physical tackler had a banner final season for the Rebels, elevating his draft stock to among the elite at his position. Known for his aggressive nature on the football field, the weak-side linebacker is likely to shift to middle linebacker in the NFL to take advantage of his ability to neutralize the inside ground game.

At Tustin High School, Bell's versatility proved to be invaluable. He competed at safety, outside and inside linebacker, defensive end, tailback and fullback during his career, in addition to handling place-kicking and punting chores. He was a two-time All-Century League and Defensive Most Valuable Player, as he produced 150 tackles, five sacks and two interceptions as a senior for the Tillers. He also carried the ball 55 times for 506 yards and eight touchdowns for the 2003 league champs. He was selected to play in the prestigious Cal-Florida Game and registered five tackles.

As a true freshman at UNLV, Bell appeared in 11 games as a reserve weak-side outside linebacker, lining up in that unit alongside his older brother Zach (2001-04). Beau Bell posted 26 tackles (16 solo) and a stop for a loss. He also recovered and caused one fumble.

As a sophomore, Bell battled through a groin injury all year, but still earned second-team All-Mountain West Conference honors. He appeared in 11 games, starting the final seven at middle linebacker. He would go on to rank second on the squad with 92 tackles (50 solo), adding 3 1/2 sacks and 7 1/2 stops behind the line of scrimmage. He also batted away a pair of passes.

A member of the 2006 Butkus Award Watch List and a preseason All-MWC first-team choice, Bell saw his junior season come to an end in the team's seventh game vs. Brigham Young, when he suffered a left ankle sprain. He still managed to finish second on the squad with 76 tackles (41 solo), delivering four sacks and nine stops for losses. He was leading the MWC in tackles at the time of his injury.

In '07, Bell earned All-Mountain West Conference first-team honors and was named Defensive Player of the Year. He was the first player in MWC annals to earn Defensive Player of the Week honors three times in the same season. He was also the recipient of the Rebels' team MVP and Captain Award honors. In addition, he received the Bill "Wildcat" Morris Most Inspirational Award and the "Doc" Tobler Senior Award, which is given to the final-year player who brings the highest credit to himself and the university. Still, because of a lack of recognition, the only All-American honor he received came from The NFL Draft Report.

Bell's MWC Defensive Player of the Year Award marked the fourth time a Rebel earned the conference honor, joining two-time winner Jamaal Brimmer (2002, '03 -- media only), Kevin Thomas (2001) and Aaron Moog (1984). Bell is also the first UNLV linebacker to earn such an honor.

"It's a big deal being named the player of the year for this conference because the coaches vote along with the media," said Bell. "We worked hard all year as a team and this is a great way to wrap up my college career. Despite our final record I had a lot of fun playing with these guys and will never forget my senior year as a Rebel."

Bell started all 12 games at weak-side linebacker, leading the team and league with a career-high 126 tackles (79 solo), with three sacks and 9 1/2 stops behind the line of scrimmage. He led the conference and tied for fourth in the nation with five forced fumbles and deflected three passes while intercepting four others, returning one for a touchdown.

"Beau Bell made a decision in the spring and summer to be a great player and he went out and made that a reality in the fall," said UNLV head coach Mike Sanford. "He gave us both great performance and leadership and will leave that legacy for the future of this program."

In 41 games at Nevada-Las Vegas, Bell started 26 times (seven at middle linebacker, 19 at weak-side 'backer). He finished second in school history with 320 tackles (186 solo), as he made 10 1/2 sacks for minus-62 yards and 27 stops for losses of 102 total yards. He caused six fumbles and had one fumble recovery while deflecting five passes. He also had four interceptions for 13 yards in returns, including one touchdown.

Career Notes
Bell collected 320 tackles during his career, ranking second on the school's all-time record list behind Adam Seward (433, 2001-04)...Those 320 tackles also rank fifth in Mountain West Conference history, topped only by Seward, Kirk Morrison of San Diego State (395, 2001-04), Tyler Gottschalk of Wyoming (334, 2000-03) and Aaron Francisco of Brigham Young (325, 2001-04)...Caused six fumbles during his career, ranking sixth in that category, surpassed by Ryan Claridge (10, 2000-04), Jamaal Brimmer (9, 2001-04), Joe Miklos (7, 2002-05), Doc Wise (7, 1986-89) and Bruce Gray (7, 1968-69,'71)...His five forced fumbles in 2007 tied Doug Smith (1979) for third on the school list behind Bruce Gray (seven in 1970) and Ryan Claridge (six in 2001)...In 2007, Bell became the first player in school history to earn conference (Mountain West) Player of the Week honors three times in the same season...For his career, he was named the league's Player of the Week four times, tying the school record that was first set by quarterback Randall Cunningham (1982-84).

High School
Attended Tustin (Cal.) High School, playing football for head coach Myron Miller...His versatility proved to be invaluable, as he competed at safety, outside and inside linebacker, defensive end, tailback and fullback during his career, in addition to handling place-kicking and punting chores...Two-time All-Century League and Defensive Most Valuable Player, as he produced 150 tackles, five sacks and two interceptions as a senior for the Tillers...Also carried the ball 55 times for 506 yards and eight touchdowns for the 2003 league champs...Selected to play in the prestigious Cal-Florida Game and registered five tackles.

Copyright NFLDraftScout.com, distributed by The Sports Xchange.

[Bob]

Correct. They never interviewed Jay-C. That's why he was suprised Denver selected him, not to mention many of us (myself included).


But then you have years like Ash Leile. He was known to be the target for weeks ahead of the draft.

And we know how well that turned out...

[Vegas_Bronco]

BEAU BELL is AL WILSON reincarnate! Not that Al is dead yet...

[clint7]

BEAU BELL is AL WILSON reincarnate! Not that Al is dead yet...

Then sign him up! :thumbsup:

He's got a great name for a defensive guy too.

[Kaylore]

I laughed at all the "well now we know who we aren't taking" stuff. It should be pointed out that the Broncos do talk to some of the players they've drafted, just never first rounders. There are several players we've drafted who've mentioned that the Broncos were in touch with them prior to the draft, so don't cross all those guys off your list. ;)

[BroncoMan4ever]

Then sign him up! :thumbsup:

He's got a great name for a defensive guy too.

As long as we are talking LB what does anyone think of Dizon from CU. He is decent but a little undersized

[Broncojef]

I'd like Bell alot at MLB, most drafts have him going to the Pats late in the third.

[yerner]

Spencer Larsen.

[Los Broncos]

I'm all for some UNLV love on the Broncos -:~ohyah!:

BUT WE NEED THIS UNLV REBEL = BEAST

Beau Bell (OLB)
Height:6'2"
Weight:248
College:UNLV
Conference:Mountain West
Hometown:Tustin, CA
High School:Tustin HS


Overview
After missing the second half of his junior campaign due to a left ankle sprain, the physical tackler had a banner final season for the Rebels, elevating his draft stock to among the elite at his position. Known for his aggressive nature on the football field, the weak-side linebacker is likely to shift to middle linebacker in the NFL to take advantage of his ability to neutralize the inside ground game.

At Tustin High School, Bell's versatility proved to be invaluable. He competed at safety, outside and inside linebacker, defensive end, tailback and fullback during his career, in addition to handling place-kicking and punting chores. He was a two-time All-Century League and Defensive Most Valuable Player, as he produced 150 tackles, five sacks and two interceptions as a senior for the Tillers. He also carried the ball 55 times for 506 yards and eight touchdowns for the 2003 league champs. He was selected to play in the prestigious Cal-Florida Game and registered five tackles.

As a true freshman at UNLV, Bell appeared in 11 games as a reserve weak-side outside linebacker, lining up in that unit alongside his older brother Zach (2001-04). Beau Bell posted 26 tackles (16 solo) and a stop for a loss. He also recovered and caused one fumble.

As a sophomore, Bell battled through a groin injury all year, but still earned second-team All-Mountain West Conference honors. He appeared in 11 games, starting the final seven at middle linebacker. He would go on to rank second on the squad with 92 tackles (50 solo), adding 3 1/2 sacks and 7 1/2 stops behind the line of scrimmage. He also batted away a pair of passes.

A member of the 2006 Butkus Award Watch List and a preseason All-MWC first-team choice, Bell saw his junior season come to an end in the team's seventh game vs. Brigham Young, when he suffered a left ankle sprain. He still managed to finish second on the squad with 76 tackles (41 solo), delivering four sacks and nine stops for losses. He was leading the MWC in tackles at the time of his injury.

In '07, Bell earned All-Mountain West Conference first-team honors and was named Defensive Player of the Year. He was the first player in MWC annals to earn Defensive Player of the Week honors three times in the same season. He was also the recipient of the Rebels' team MVP and Captain Award honors. In addition, he received the Bill "Wildcat" Morris Most Inspirational Award and the "Doc" Tobler Senior Award, which is given to the final-year player who brings the highest credit to himself and the university. Still, because of a lack of recognition, the only All-American honor he received came from The NFL Draft Report.

Bell's MWC Defensive Player of the Year Award marked the fourth time a Rebel earned the conference honor, joining two-time winner Jamaal Brimmer (2002, '03 -- media only), Kevin Thomas (2001) and Aaron Moog (1984). Bell is also the first UNLV linebacker to earn such an honor.

"It's a big deal being named the player of the year for this conference because the coaches vote along with the media," said Bell. "We worked hard all year as a team and this is a great way to wrap up my college career. Despite our final record I had a lot of fun playing with these guys and will never forget my senior year as a Rebel."

Bell started all 12 games at weak-side linebacker, leading the team and league with a career-high 126 tackles (79 solo), with three sacks and 9 1/2 stops behind the line of scrimmage. He led the conference and tied for fourth in the nation with five forced fumbles and deflected three passes while intercepting four others, returning one for a touchdown.

"Beau Bell made a decision in the spring and summer to be a great player and he went out and made that a reality in the fall," said UNLV head coach Mike Sanford. "He gave us both great performance and leadership and will leave that legacy for the future of this program."

In 41 games at Nevada-Las Vegas, Bell started 26 times (seven at middle linebacker, 19 at weak-side 'backer). He finished second in school history with 320 tackles (186 solo), as he made 10 1/2 sacks for minus-62 yards and 27 stops for losses of 102 total yards. He caused six fumbles and had one fumble recovery while deflecting five passes. He also had four interceptions for 13 yards in returns, including one touchdown.

Career Notes
Bell collected 320 tackles during his career, ranking second on the school's all-time record list behind Adam Seward (433, 2001-04)...Those 320 tackles also rank fifth in Mountain West Conference history, topped only by Seward, Kirk Morrison of San Diego State (395, 2001-04), Tyler Gottschalk of Wyoming (334, 2000-03) and Aaron Francisco of Brigham Young (325, 2001-04)...Caused six fumbles during his career, ranking sixth in that category, surpassed by Ryan Claridge (10, 2000-04), Jamaal Brimmer (9, 2001-04), Joe Miklos (7, 2002-05), Doc Wise (7, 1986-89) and Bruce Gray (7, 1968-69,'71)...His five forced fumbles in 2007 tied Doug Smith (1979) for third on the school list behind Bruce Gray (seven in 1970) and Ryan Claridge (six in 2001)...In 2007, Bell became the first player in school history to earn conference (Mountain West) Player of the Week honors three times in the same season...For his career, he was named the league's Player of the Week four times, tying the school record that was first set by quarterback Randall Cunningham (1982-84).

High School
Attended Tustin (Cal.) High School, playing football for head coach Myron Miller...His versatility proved to be invaluable, as he competed at safety, outside and inside linebacker, defensive end, tailback and fullback during his career, in addition to handling place-kicking and punting chores...Two-time All-Century League and Defensive Most Valuable Player, as he produced 150 tackles, five sacks and two interceptions as a senior for the Tillers...Also carried the ball 55 times for 506 yards and eight touchdowns for the 2003 league champs...Selected to play in the prestigious Cal-Florida Game and registered five tackles.

Copyright NFLDraftScout.com, distributed by The Sports Xchange.

Ive watched some of his games, just what we need.

Go Tustin baby!

[PRBronco]

Spencer Larsen.

This guy knows what's up. You don't get much higher character than someone who spent 2 years on a mormon mission!
Also I thought Beau Bell was major character red flags?

[mattob14]

As long as we are talking LB what does anyone think of Dizon from CU. He is decent but a little undersized

I'd love to add Dizon, but no sooner than round 5. He's undersized, but a decent athlete and he just always seems to make plays. He'll leave it all out on the field and be a good special teamer if nothing else. We need guys like that on the team. You can't write guys like that off at LB either.

[27atwater]

BEAU BELL is AL WILSON reincarnate! Not that Al is dead yet...

Bell couldn't hold Al's jock. He has zero athleticism. I like him, but he'd need to be hidden/protected.

[27atwater]

Gimme Jerod Mayo.

[Vegas_Bronco]

Bell couldn't hold Al's jock. He has zero athleticism. I like him, but he'd need to be hidden/protected.

Sounds like you know a little more than the rest of us that went to each of his games? hmmmmmm...care to share? Have you seen UNLV's Defense??? All 11 guys are hidden! What this guy did was purely amazing and he's tough - plays with injury.

If he is there, we need to grab him! Just get someone other than goldilocks to mentor him.

[bpc]

02/25/08 - *DeSean Jackson, Jr, California, 6-0, 178 (DS#2 WR)
A scale has tipped some concerns about rookie prospect DeSean Jackson. Entering the NFL scouting combine, the Broncos were among the teams enamored with Jackson, the speedy receiver and electrifying punt returner who bypassed his senior season at the University of California to enter the draft. The Broncos have the No. 12 overall pick. "The Broncos have a great program," Jackson said. "I've kind of been looking at them for a couple years now. I've told myself that would be a great opportunity for me to go out there. I look forward to meeting them." Entering the combine, Jackson was listed on many draft websites as 6-feet and 172 pounds. Instead, Jackson's official measurables were 5-9 3/4 and 169 pounds. Jackson's speed — he ran his 40- yard dash Sunday in an impressive 4.31 seconds — and skills make him the closest thing to Devin Hester and Ted Ginn Jr. in this year's draft. And the Broncos have a desperate need for a deep-threat receiver and impact returner. But because there aren't many 169-pounders excelling in the rugged NFL, the Broncos are questioning whether Jackson is a bit light for such a hefty draft position. "That's something I have to work at," Jackson said. "That's something I feel like I can improve on and get stronger and put a little bulk on." - Mike Klis, The Denver Post

Interesting... we still better find a way to get a premium offensive linemen from this draft though.

I would be more than happy with Williams in round 1, Manningham in round 2 if he slides.

[TheChamp24]

I think I would throw up and be sick for a week if we took Jackson at pick 12.
Kinda how Dolphin fans felt after taking Ginn at 9 last year.
Or Vikings fans taking Williamson at 7 a couple years back.
Argh