Secret Superstar: Chris Harris, CB, Denver Broncos

[Bronco Rob]

You may not have noticed it, but there was more to the 2011 Denver Broncos than a certain polarizing quarterback, who shall remain nameless. No, the Broncos of last year were built on a creative offensive game plan that flattered a sub-standard running game, and a defense that had enough talent, and made enough plays, to keep it tight.

It was a formula that worked well enough to get them to the playoffs, but with Peyton Manning now taking over at the quarterback spot, things are changing. If his time in Indianapolis has taught us anything it’s that we won’t be seeing an option offense, and the Broncos won’t find themselves playing catch-up quite so often. Last year they spent 57.34% of plays with at least five defensive backs on the field. As teams try to go toe-to-toe with a legitimate quarterback, it’s hard to see that number dropping.

The good news for Denver is that the player currently listed as their fifth defensive back, the man who will typically line up in the slot, looks like a good one. I am of course referring to Chris Harris, our Denver Broncos Secret Superstar.

For The Rest.... http://www.profootballfocus.com/blog...enver-broncos/

[g6matty]

http://www.profootballfocus.com/blog...e-linebackers/

you should post this one too

[Lestat]

Originally Posted by g6matty

http://www.profootballfocus.com/blog...e-linebackers/

you should post this one too

so you're saying Von is pretty good huh?

[Bronco Rob]

Originally Posted by g6matty

http://www.profootballfocus.com/blog...e-linebackers/

you should post this one too

Great link! raider fan staying true to form were kicking Wembley on the way out the door....

[Lestat]

have we ever had this much CB depth? i know we had Smith at Atwater at S back in the day but i don't think we've ever had the CB depth we currently enjoy(on paper at least)

[Bronco Rob]

Originally Posted by Lestat

have we ever had this much CB depth? i know we had Smith at Atwater at S back in the day but i don't think we've ever had the CB depth we currently enjoy(on paper at least)

Not unless you count Ben Smith, Charles Dimry, Randy Hillard a 35 year old Lionel Washington or 34 year old Tim McKyer as depth...

[oubronco]

This kid is going to be a very good corner, i'm glad he's on the Broncos

[broncosteven]

Originally Posted by Bronco Rob

Not unless you count Ben Smith, Charles Dimry, Randy Hillard a 35 year old Lionel Washington or 34 year old Tim McKyer as depth...

The 77 team had a very good secondary

Louis Wright, Steve Foley, Bernard Jackson, Billy Thompson

[IHaveALight]

The good news for Denver is that the player currently listed as their fifth defensive back, the man who will typically line up in the slot, looks like a good one. I am of course referring to Chris Harris, our Denver Broncos Secret Superstar.

Are they saying that Harris looks to beat out either Porter or Florence for the nickle position?

[R-Mac]

Chris Harris is a good tackler. I think he played FS for Kansas. He was a good addition among UDFAs, but I would not expect too much from him. Harris still is not very reliable in coverage and he needs to improve his ball skills. I saw at least 2 interceptions go through his hands last season.

Quarterbacks might target Harris a lot this season and then we'll see if he can get the job done. The quarterback will look at Bailey, Porter, Florence... So, Harris will probably be considered the weak link. He struggled against the Patriots.

Harris plays more like a SS, he is an aggressive DB. He is not a ball hawk. In my opinion, a healthy Syd'Quan Thompson is better than Harris in pass coverage. I just don't know what's left of Thompson's agility and speed after that injury. Harris might continue to be a contributor on defense, but I don't expect him to be a starting CB.

At this point, I don't expect Harris to prevent the completion, but I expect him to tackle his man after the reception.

[Shananahan]

Originally Posted by Rod-BR

I don't expect him to be a starting CB.

Well.... duh. Nobody is.

As for his limitations in coverage, I feel pretty good about what he did as a rookie and his potential to improve upon it. Throw in the fact that he'll routinely be facing the third or fourth options at WR and I don't see how you can complain.

[Lestat]

Originally Posted by IHaveALight

Are they saying that Harris looks to beat out either Porter or Florence for the nickle position?

this was known and expected when they signed guys. Porter is #2 and Florence is #3 and the nickel. Bolden might have supplanted him as the #4 so he'll be the #5 and likely back up at nickel.

[UltimateHoboW/Shotgun]

I think the depth chart will be more like: Champ, Porter, Florence, Harris, Bolden (for kick return/sp).

[BroncoMan4ever]

Originally Posted by Rod-BR

At this point, I don't expect Harris to prevent the completion, but I expect him to tackle his man after the reception.

That is more than can be said about a lot of the corners that have run through Denver. He may not be an all pro in the making, but he is a contributor

[snowspot66]

Originally Posted by Rod-BR

Chris Harris is a good tackler. I think he played FS for Kansas. He was a good addition among UDFAs, but I would not expect too much from him. Harris still is not very reliable in coverage and he needs to improve his ball skills. I saw at least 2 interceptions go through his hands last season.

He'll fit right in with the rest of the guys on our defense then.

[baja]

Has any team ever had two shut down corners?

[DenverBroncosJM]

Originally Posted by Rod-BR

Chris Harris is a good tackler. I think he played FS for Kansas. He was a good addition among UDFAs, but I would not expect too much from him. Harris still is not very reliable in coverage and he needs to improve his ball skills. I saw at least 2 interceptions go through his hands last season.

Quarterbacks might target Harris a lot this season and then we'll see if he can get the job done. The quarterback will look at Bailey, Porter, Florence... So, Harris will probably be considered the weak link. He struggled against the Patriots.

Harris plays more like a SS, he is an aggressive DB. He is not a ball hawk. In my opinion, a healthy Syd'Quan Thompson is better than Harris in pass coverage. I just don't know what's left of Thompson's agility and speed after that injury. Harris might continue to be a contributor on defense, but I don't expect him to be a starting CB.

At this point, I don't expect Harris to prevent the completion, but I expect him to tackle his man after the reception.

You are joking right? If every UDFA came in played the way Harris did there would not be a draft. The kid for being a rookie was balls to the wall all year.

[Bacchus]

Originally Posted by g6matty

http://www.profootballfocus.com/blog...e-linebackers/

you should post this one too

Nice


Top 5 Pass Rushing games by 4-3 OLBs:

1. Kamerion Wimbley (OAK), Week 10 at San Diego (+11.1)

2. Von Miller (DEN), Week 11 vs. New York Jets (+6.0)

3. Von Miller (DEN), Week 10 at Kansas City (+5.6)

4t. Von Miller (DEN), Week 12 at San Diego (+5.3)

4t. Von Miller (DEN), Week 9 at Oakland (+5.3)

[DarkHorse]

I like this kid, thought he played very well last year. I'm rooting for him....hope he doesn't get a DUI or do something stupid.

[Heyneck]

Originally Posted by baja

Has any team ever had two shut down corners?

the 2000's ravens tandem was really tough to pass on. And on paper... the eagles last year. Even though I consider Samuel extremely over rated.

[Boomhauer]

Originally Posted by IHaveALight

Are they saying that Harris looks to beat out either Porter or Florence for the nickle position?

Not sure, but I'd say Harris has a shot at beating Porter for the nickle spot, with Florence almost certainly RCB.

[IHaveALight]

Originally Posted by baja

Has any team ever had two shut down corners?

In 2000 Champ, Darrell Green and Deion Sanders all played on the same team. I think Champ and Deion were the starting corners.

[Bronco Rob]

Originally Posted by baja

Has any team ever had two shut down corners?

http://thebiglead.com/index.php/2011...s-of-all-time/


Check out Number: 7

[baja]

Originally Posted by Bronco Rob

http://thebiglead.com/index.php/2011...s-of-all-time/


Check out Number: 7

That was the year of the drive correct. That makes what Elway did even more impressive.

[errand]

Originally Posted by broncosteven

The 77 team had a very good secondary

Louis Wright, Steve Foley, Bernard Jackson, Billy Thompson

That was definitely one of the best secondaries in nfl history