Looks like we got rid of Pastas favorite players - The Orange Mane

Ballhawk · 09-04-2005, 12:36 PM

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/columns/story?id=2151804

Since he's been in the league only two seasons, 24-year-old running back Quentin Griffin might not be old enough to have heard the hackneyed adage about how quick a plummet it can be from the NFL's penthouse to its outhouse.

But the former Denver Bronco is old enough to have already lived it.

Only a year ago, Griffin was the starter at tailback, seemingly destined to become the latest in the long line of Broncos' 1,000-yard rushers. In fact, in the first game at Kansas City, he established a new franchise record for rushing yards in a season-opener, carrying 23 times for 156 yards. But then Griffin, a fourth-round choice in the 2003 draft, injured an ankle and tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. Thus, starting job lost.

And then on Saturday, as the Broncos cut down to the regular-season roster limit of 53 players, the former Oklahoma star lost his job completely.

Despite a solid training camp and encouraging preseason, Griffin ranked no better than fourth on the Broncos' crowded depth chart at tailback. Still, on a day of few surprises, he was one of the more intriguing names on the NFL waiver wire Saturday night. And if Griffin can demonstrate that he is fully rehabilitated from his physical problems of last season, his time in the league unemployment line figures to be short.

As has been the case for the past several years, cutdown day offered very little in terms of high-profile veterans being kicked to the curb. And very little in potential reinforcements for those teams still hoping to bolster their rosters with a key 11th-hour pickup. Personnel directors seeking a diamond in the rough are more apt to find coal than carats.

There were, however, some young players cut who are worthy of scrutiny, including a few of Griffin's former Denver teammates. Among the young veterans who were released by Broncos coach Mike Shanahan, linebacker Terry Pierce, defensive tackle Dorsett Davis and quarterback Matt Mauck might draw interest from other teams. It would not be surprising to have multiple waiver claims submitted on all three.

A look at some other young players -- all with three or fewer years of experience, all subject to waiver claims, and all minimum salary-level veterans -- who were released Saturday and might generate interest:

DivineLegion · 09-04-2005, 01:01 PM

Good luck Q...Berry on...I mean Carry on...

DBroncos4life · 09-04-2005, 03:09 PM

I wonder if he will land in Indy. Maybe he can be a Warrick Dunn type back for Tony.

Whitt · 09-04-2005, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by DBroncos4life

I wonder if he will land in Indy. Maybe he can be a Warrick Dunn type back for Tony.

It'd be an interesting pick-up for them. I know they remember Q tearing up that Colt turf 2 years ago..........

DBroncos4life · 09-04-2005, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Whitt

It'd be an interesting pick-up for them. I know they remember Q tearing up that Colt turf 2 years ago..........

He's a good turf back and he as good hands as well. It would be another weapon for Manning and a good change of pace for James.

Broncoman13 · 09-04-2005, 03:37 PM

My bet is that Q ends up with Parcells or Denny Green.

Florida_Bronco · 09-04-2005, 06:20 PM

I'm thinking that Q will end up back in Denver, just call it a feeling.

Sir Mawn · 09-04-2005, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Florida_Bronco

I'm thinking that Q will end up back in Denver, just call it a feeling.

Oh please no.... Q's a good guy and should be a great player at another level and in another role (situational back, not featured back). Even then, I don't think there's room for him on this team. Bell (although he can't catch) can provide change of pace in the mean time...

Best that could happen too him is a Glyn Milburn type career.

I'm thrilled we cut Q and I hope we don't bring him back.

Nuggets4 · 09-04-2005, 06:30 PM

I don't get the Q hate. All he did was bust his ass for us. So he might only be a Glyn Milburn type back.....I'll take that.

Bob's your Information Minister · 09-04-2005, 06:39 PM

Here is a short list of NFL players I hate(d).

1. John Elway
2. Quentin Griffin

SoCalBronco · 09-04-2005, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob's your Information Minister

Here is a short list of NFL players I hate(d).

1. John Elway
2. Quentin Griffin

Pfft. The Chiefs will have no trouble stopping John Elway.

rofl

chanesaw · 09-04-2005, 07:01 PM

Shouldn't Portis be on that list, he did like to tear you guys a new one when he was here.

Bob's your Information Minister · 09-04-2005, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by chanesaw

Shouldn't Portis be on that list, he did like to tear you guys a new one when he was here.

Portis is #3.

Bronco9798 · 09-04-2005, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by chanesaw

Shouldn't Portis be on that list, he did like to tear you guys a new one when he was here.

Even Bubby Brister and Griese ripped the Chiefs a few times.

DBroncos4life · 09-04-2005, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob's your Information Minister

Portis is #3.

Not Sharpe?

Garcia Bronco · 09-04-2005, 07:08 PM

I doubt Quentin will be more than a gunner in the NFL...he runs scared...and he hesitates at the LOS. It's not a surprise he was cut....and he wasn't even a Glyn Milburn.

Bob's your Information Minister · 09-04-2005, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by DBroncos4life

Not Sharpe?

Sharpe never really had huge games against KC, apart from that one time.

Rod Smith does, but I find it very hard to hate him.

Florida_Bronco · 09-04-2005, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Nuggets4

I don't get the Q hate. All he did was bust his ass for us. So he might only be a Glyn Milburn type back.....I'll take that.

I agree.

I really liked Q, and he had some a couple damn good games. I think that once Rice decides to hang it up, he will pry be the guy that comes back.

DBroncos4life · 09-04-2005, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob's your Information Minister

Sharpe never really had huge games against KC, apart from that one time.

Rod Smith does, but I find it very hard to hate him.

I could be wrong but I can only think of one game that Q did anything against KC.

Bob's your Information Minister · 09-04-2005, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by DBroncos4life

I could be wrong but I can only think of one game that Q did anything against KC.

That was enough.

Bronco9798 · 09-04-2005, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob's your Information Minister

Sharpe never really had huge games against KC, apart from that one time.

Rod Smith does, but I find it very hard to hate him.

Sharpe may not of had huge games but I do remember huge plays he had.

Garcia Bronco · 09-04-2005, 07:54 PM

Like the catch to go 13-0

Smilin Assassin · 09-04-2005, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob's your Information Minister

Sharpe never really had huge games against KC, apart from that one time.

Rod Smith does, but I find it very hard to hate him.

Wow.

You must be 'new' to chief rooting.

Shannon had most of his big games vs KC. (Not to mention causing DT to try to behead him).

..and setting a TE record for receiving yds in a game should be enough.

Bob's your Information Minister · 09-04-2005, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Smilin Assassin

Wow.

You must be 'new' to chief rooting.

Shannon had most of his big games vs KC. (Not to mention causing DT to try to behead him).

..and setting a TE record for receiving yds in a game should be enough.

I don't remember it that way. I could be wrong.

Mostly I remember Hasty shutting down Sharpe, which of course meant Mighty Mouse had to cover McCaffery, which was bad news.

gunns · 09-04-2005, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Nuggets4

I don't get the Q hate. All he did was bust his ass for us. So he might only be a Glyn Milburn type back.....I'll take that.

Sorry, those days are over for me.

09-04-2005, 12:36 PM	#1
Ballhawk Ring of Famer Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 4,132	Looks like we got rid of Pastas favorite players http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/columns/story?id=2151804 Since he's been in the league only two seasons, 24-year-old running back Quentin Griffin might not be old enough to have heard the hackneyed adage about how quick a plummet it can be from the NFL's penthouse to its outhouse. But the former Denver Bronco is old enough to have already lived it. Only a year ago, Griffin was the starter at tailback, seemingly destined to become the latest in the long line of Broncos' 1,000-yard rushers. In fact, in the first game at Kansas City, he established a new franchise record for rushing yards in a season-opener, carrying 23 times for 156 yards. But then Griffin, a fourth-round choice in the 2003 draft, injured an ankle and tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. Thus, starting job lost. And then on Saturday, as the Broncos cut down to the regular-season roster limit of 53 players, the former Oklahoma star lost his job completely. Despite a solid training camp and encouraging preseason, Griffin ranked no better than fourth on the Broncos' crowded depth chart at tailback. Still, on a day of few surprises, he was one of the more intriguing names on the NFL waiver wire Saturday night. And if Griffin can demonstrate that he is fully rehabilitated from his physical problems of last season, his time in the league unemployment line figures to be short. As has been the case for the past several years, cutdown day offered very little in terms of high-profile veterans being kicked to the curb. And very little in potential reinforcements for those teams still hoping to bolster their rosters with a key 11th-hour pickup. Personnel directors seeking a diamond in the rough are more apt to find coal than carats. There were, however, some young players cut who are worthy of scrutiny, including a few of Griffin's former Denver teammates. Among the young veterans who were released by Broncos coach Mike Shanahan, linebacker Terry Pierce, defensive tackle Dorsett Davis and quarterback Matt Mauck might draw interest from other teams. It would not be surprising to have multiple waiver claims submitted on all three. A look at some other young players -- all with three or fewer years of experience, all subject to waiver claims, and all minimum salary-level veterans -- who were released Saturday and might generate interest:

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