Best Unsung Broncos - The Orange Mane

Kaylore · 12-14-2005, 08:34 AM

Thought I'd take some time to throw props to the guys who are playing great but not getting talked about much on our team.

Nick Ferguson: I just noticed when I went to VOTE FOR JAKE that Nick leads all strong safeties in interceptions. That's pretty impressive. He hasn't been perfect but he's been pretty darn close to doing everything you want a safety to do.

Kyle Johnson: He's been a TD machine. It's hilarious that they were talking about how he needed to improve his pass-catching ability in the offseason because no all he does is catch passes for touchdowns. Blocking has been pretty solid too. I mean he's no human plow, but factor in his other expertise and no one's complaining.

Todd Sauerbrun: He's been punting well, which is to be expected, but bigger than that is he isn't in the news for being found drunk on some ladies' lawn or mouthing off to the media about how bad ass we are. He's handled kickoff duties and had two of his punts get blocked but we've not heard even the slightest complaint. Thank you, Todd.

Keith Burns: He's been a special teams demon all year. One our surest tacklers, he just blows up returns and swarms ball carriers. Speaking of special teams players, see also Cecil Sapp.

Cornell Green: Played well enough to split time with Foster (though injury probably had some to do with that). Still he's been solid and really helped a line that doesn't have much depth.

BMF Bronco · 12-14-2005, 08:48 AM

John Engelberger

Bronx33 · 12-14-2005, 08:57 AM

The waterboy! he really picked up his game after the miami debacle.

Billy Clyde Puckett · 12-14-2005, 09:00 AM

Another guy who does not get much love here is Hamilton. The guy has been nearly perfect this year and they have changed the schemes to include having him pull to help out when they run to the right. Most of the big runs have been to the left and he and Lepsis have been incredible at getting downfield.

I also think that DJ has been somewhat overlooked by the fans because his tackles stats are down. That is not a bad thing. Opposing coaches know the force he is. I believe Tuna came out and said he should be in the Pro bowl. He will get his recognition at the strong side very soon.

bendog · 12-14-2005, 09:01 AM

good to see ferguson get props.

fontaine · 12-14-2005, 09:04 AM

Kyle Johnson and Sam Brandon.

Florida_Bronco · 12-14-2005, 09:04 AM

That's a pretty good list, I think you about covered it all.

2KBack · 12-14-2005, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by fontaine

Kyle Johnson and Sam Brandon.

It bothers me that they don't have recieving stats for fullbacks, the line they have for KJ doesn't do him justice.

fontaine · 12-14-2005, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by 2KBack

It bothers me that they don't have recieving stats for fullbacks, the line they have for KJ doesn't do him justice.

Johnson been a factor in the red zone. Teams have to respect the run so when we play action, send Rod, Lelie on deep/intermediate routes and Jeb goes up the seam, Kyle does a great job of rolling off the middle and finding space on the sidelines. I really think we need to use him and Jeb a lot more often to work the short routes.

BigPlayShay · 12-14-2005, 09:11 AM

Someone that people were bagging on in the offseason is Cooper Carlisle. He has played pretty damn good. Also, you could make the argument for most of the O-Line, but someone who does not get enough national attention is Matt Lepsis.

watermock · 12-14-2005, 09:11 AM

Bronco Billy unless he went to detroit...then he can rot in hell...

watermock · 12-14-2005, 09:12 AM

DEVO has a strange knack for the big play as well....

fontaine · 12-14-2005, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by BigPlayShay

Someone that people were bagging on in the offseason is Cooper Carlisle. He has played pretty damn good. Also, you could make the argument for most of the O-Line, but someone who does not get enough national attention is Matt Lepsis.

Coop has been solid and we've got him locked up as well as Foster/Hamilton. Looks like the team might have to decide between Nalen/Lepsis.

Play2win · 12-14-2005, 09:28 AM

I'm going to have to say FOX. Yeah, he might not be quite Unsung, but when is a rookie 3rd round draft pick not Unsung? Though, he is going to prove how much of a hero he is in the next few weeks. I am thinking BIG...

Another Unsung Hero, Atleast on this BOARD is IAN GOLD. He has come up with some big plays, HUGE Plays, this year, but many just conveniently sweep them under the rug. I know, I, for one, am ecstatic that IAN GOLD is a BRONCO!!!

Play2win · 12-14-2005, 09:33 AM

Lepsis is also DEFINITELY on that List. I had my doubts this offseason, but he has really stepped up. Major Props to Lepsis.

watermock · 12-14-2005, 09:43 AM

Quote:

I'm going to have to say FOX. Yeah, he might not be quite Unsung, but when is a rookie 3rd round draft pick not Unsung? Though, he is going to prove how much of a hero he is in the next few weeks. I am thinking BIG...

We might have to have a 24 hour prayer ceremony for Foxworth...or send Jeff Foxworth for a few laughs....he's going to obviously be critical...I think he can hold his own at the very least...Champ is going to find himself on an island tho....If they send the house, Champ is going to be alone, but if he's healthy, I take that risk...considering the dropped coverage last week, I just leave Champ on his man and roll to Fox over the top...

Why am I getting nervous when it's only wednesday?

OrangeShadow · 12-14-2005, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Play2Win

I'm going to have to say FOX. Yeah, he might not be quite Unsung, but when is a rookie 3rd round draft pick not Unsung? Though, he is going to prove how much of a hero he is in the next few weeks. I am thinking BIG...

Another Unsung Hero, Atleast on this BOARD is IAN GOLD. He has come up with some big plays, HUGE Plays, this year, but many just conveniently sweep them under the rug. I know, I, for one, am ecstatic that IAN GOLD is a BRONCO!!!

hes also pretty much our biggest cheerleader

watermock · 12-14-2005, 09:44 AM

Gold has played big...he's played well...he looks a little thicker too, more like a true LB....

watermock · 12-14-2005, 09:45 AM

Foxy is quite the little writer....he's going to be around awhile....

Rock Chalk · 12-14-2005, 09:50 AM

Gold still has his issues but he is making plays at the most opportune times.

missingnumber7 · 12-14-2005, 09:55 AM

How about Mr. Warren for comeback player of the year

Florida_Bronco · 12-14-2005, 10:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by missingnumber7

How about Mr. Warren for comeback player of the year

You could make a case for him and Mike Anderson.

watermock · 12-14-2005, 10:03 AM

It's been a good year...I think a year we can build on if we can't get thru Indy...

At any rate, it's been a fun ride on the haywagon so far....

ludo21 · 12-14-2005, 10:08 AM

Ferguson, he has played great and yet still gets bashed as the "weak link". He is a great run stopper, one of our surest tacklers and isnt a slouch in coverage.

broncosteven · 12-14-2005, 10:19 AM

D Veal. I don't know how to spell his 1st name. With all the moves made in the off season on dline he has had a lot of playing time. He had a huge sack on Brees that really turned our season around. He has been in & around on a lot of plays & seems to be a big part of Dline rotation.

12-14-2005, 08:34 AM	#1
Kaylore 6-37, Raider fans. Yummy birds and snow! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Ceti Alpha V Posts: 41,050 Adopt-a-Bronco: Wesley Duke	Best Unsung Broncos Thought I'd take some time to throw props to the guys who are playing great but not getting talked about much on our team. Nick Ferguson: I just noticed when I went to VOTE FOR JAKE that Nick leads all strong safeties in interceptions. That's pretty impressive. He hasn't been perfect but he's been pretty darn close to doing everything you want a safety to do. Kyle Johnson: He's been a TD machine. It's hilarious that they were talking about how he needed to improve his pass-catching ability in the offseason because no all he does is catch passes for touchdowns. Blocking has been pretty solid too. I mean he's no human plow, but factor in his other expertise and no one's complaining. Todd Sauerbrun: He's been punting well, which is to be expected, but bigger than that is he isn't in the news for being found drunk on some ladies' lawn or mouthing off to the media about how bad ass we are. He's handled kickoff duties and had two of his punts get blocked but we've not heard even the slightest complaint. Thank you, Todd. Keith Burns: He's been a special teams demon all year. One our surest tacklers, he just blows up returns and swarms ball carriers. Speaking of special teams players, see also Cecil Sapp. Cornell Green: Played well enough to split time with Foster (though injury probably had some to do with that). Still he's been solid and really helped a line that doesn't have much depth.

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12-14-2005, 08:48 AM	#2
BMF Bronco Offseason sucks... Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bozeman, MT Posts: 11,724 Adopt-a-Bronco: ME	John Engelberger

12-14-2005, 08:57 AM	#3
Bronx33 lets go partner Rumpson Rocks Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Lakewood,Colo Posts: 41,221 Adopt-a-Bronco: Woodyard	The waterboy! he really picked up his game after the miami debacle.

12-14-2005, 09:00 AM	#4
Billy Clyde Puckett Billy=Semi Tough Big Guy Looking down on KC, SD and Oakland Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: between 5,000 and 10,000 feet elevation Posts: 12,665 Adopt-a-Bronco: John Elway	Another guy who does not get much love here is Hamilton. The guy has been nearly perfect this year and they have changed the schemes to include having him pull to help out when they run to the right. Most of the big runs have been to the left and he and Lepsis have been incredible at getting downfield. I also think that DJ has been somewhat overlooked by the fans because his tackles stats are down. That is not a bad thing. Opposing coaches know the force he is. I believe Tuna came out and said he should be in the Pro bowl. He will get his recognition at the strong side very soon.

12-14-2005, 09:01 AM	#5
bendog Marginally Continent David Bowens, he'd be an upgrade Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Folsom Prison Posts: 19,935 Adopt-a-Bronco: David Bowens	good to see ferguson get props.

12-14-2005, 09:04 AM	#6
fontaine Ring of Famer Go John Manning! Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 12,428	Kyle Johnson and Sam Brandon.

12-14-2005, 09:04 AM	#7
Florida_Bronco Got trolls? Welcome to Mile High, Brady! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 13,810 Adopt-a-Bronco: Brady Quinn	That's a pretty good list, I think you about covered it all.

12-14-2005, 09:11 AM	#10
BigPlayShay Ring of Famer Novaking Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 4,236 Adopt-a-Bronco: Got Cut	Someone that people were bagging on in the offseason is Cooper Carlisle. He has played pretty damn good. Also, you could make the argument for most of the O-Line, but someone who does not get enough national attention is Matt Lepsis.

12-14-2005, 09:11 AM	#11
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	Bronco Billy unless he went to detroit...then he can rot in hell...

12-14-2005, 09:12 AM	#12
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	DEVO has a strange knack for the big play as well....

12-14-2005, 09:28 AM	#14
Play2win Ring of Famer Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 9,610 Adopt-a-Bronco: The Duke	I'm going to have to say FOX. Yeah, he might not be quite Unsung, but when is a rookie 3rd round draft pick not Unsung? Though, he is going to prove how much of a hero he is in the next few weeks. I am thinking BIG... Another Unsung Hero, *Atleast on this BOARD* is IAN GOLD. He has come up with some big plays, HUGE Plays, this year, but many just conveniently sweep them under the rug. I know, I, for one, am ecstatic that IAN GOLD is a BRONCO!!!

12-14-2005, 09:33 AM	#15
Play2win Ring of Famer Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 9,610 Adopt-a-Bronco: The Duke	Lepsis is also DEFINITELY on that List. I had my doubts this offseason, but he has really stepped up. Major Props to Lepsis.

12-14-2005, 09:44 AM	#18
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	Gold has played big...he's played well...he looks a little thicker too, more like a true LB....

12-14-2005, 09:45 AM	#19
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	Foxy is quite the little writer....he's going to be around awhile....

12-14-2005, 09:50 AM	#20
Rock Chalk Cheeky Bastards Laus Deo Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: The Backside of the Internet Posts: 29,940 Adopt-a-Bronco: Chris Harris	Gold still has his issues but he is making plays at the most opportune times.

12-14-2005, 09:55 AM	#21
missingnumber7 Vote Joe Mays to Pro Bowl Joe 4 Pro Bowl ST's Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Bismarck Posts: 4,760 Adopt-a-Bronco: Joe Mays	How about Mr. Warren for comeback player of the year

12-14-2005, 10:03 AM	#23
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	It's been a good year...I think a year we can build on if we can't get thru Indy... At any rate, it's been a fun ride on the haywagon so far....

12-14-2005, 10:08 AM	#24
ludo21 RIP Darrent Williams Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 17,906 Adopt-a-Bronco: Paul Ernster	Ferguson, he has played great and yet still gets bashed as the "weak link". He is a great run stopper, one of our surest tacklers and isnt a slouch in coverage.

12-14-2005, 10:19 AM	#25
broncosteven The Kranz Dictum MWA: Flight Director Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Tranquility Base Posts: 29,035 Adopt-a-Bronco: MONEYBALL #38	D Veal. I don't know how to spell his 1st name. With all the moves made in the off season on dline he has had a lot of playing time. He had a huge sack on Brees that really turned our season around. He has been in & around on a lot of plays & seems to be a big part of Dline rotation.