Broncos still shopping for replacement part (Kerny Update) - The Orange Mane

dragondawg · 03-05-2007, 02:20 AM

Broncos' options at tailback dwindle with Green's choice

By Jeff Legwold, Rocky Mountain News
March 5, 2007

When Broncos coach Mike Shanahan sifted through the pieces of the Broncos' playoff miss last season, one of the spots in his offseason cross hairs was the running game.
And three days into free agency, it's clear the Broncos need to do some heavy lifting to get someone to help lug the rock.

Tatum Bell, the team's leading rusher in 2006, was traded last week, and the Broncos had three running backs visit during the weekend but now only have a chance at two of them.

Travis Henry and Correll Buckhalter spent time at the Broncos' Dove Valley complex Sunday after Ahman Green visited with team officials Saturday.

Green, though, agreed Sunday night to a four-year contract with the Houston Texans. The Houston Chronicle reported the deal is worth $23 million, including $6.5 million guaranteed.

The Broncos have made it clear they are hunting for a potential primary back but are competing against some familiar faces.

Green said he was "approaching it with an open mind" before he headed to former Broncos offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak in Houston.

Henry's itinerary was similar. He was expected to visit with the Texans before Green signed, then was scheduled to visit the Oakland Raiders and Green Bay Packers if no deal is worked out with the Broncos.

The Broncos also have had at least one preliminary discussion with the Buffalo Bills, who are shopping running back Willis McGahee for a potential trade.

At the forefront in the Broncos' minds was their loss against the 49ers in the regular-season finale, when Denver could not pound the ball into the end zone in three first-and-goal situations from inside the San Francisco 5-yard line.

Shanahan said it was "embarrassing."

According to NFL personnel executives contacted during the weekend, Henry is the best option of the three backs who have visited.

He's a player Shanahan has told others in the league he believes is a front-line back. Henry led the Titans in rushing last season, fighting past Chris Brown and rookie LenDale White to earn the starting job.

He suits the Broncos' one-cut- and-get-upfield style, finishing with 1,211 yards, seven touchdowns and six 100-yard games. Henry has three 1,000-yard seasons during his six-year career.

The only caveat is Henry had a four-game suspension in 2005 for violating the league's substance- abuse policy, meaning he tested positive at least once to enter the league's program and tested positive again to warrant the suspension.

Buckhalter has missed three of the past five seasons because of knee injuries.

He missed 2004 and 2005 after twice tearing his right patellar tendon, which is at the bottom of the kneecap, and tore his left anterior cruciate ligament in 2002.

Buckhalter was a long shot to make the Eagles roster during training camp, but he rushed for 345 yards and two touchdowns as a backup to Brian Westbrook.

He also had 24 catches for 256 yards and a 55-yard touchdown. The former Nebraska tailback's best year as a pro was 2003, when he rushed for 542 yards and eight touchdowns in an Eagles offense that split carries among Buckhalter, Westbrook and Duce Staley.

McGahee also has some past health concerns, having torn two ligaments in his left knee in his last college game with Miami to end the 2002 season.

The Broncos also continued to take their swing at defensive end Patrick Kerney, one of the most coveted free agents still on the market. Kerney was at the Seattle Seahawks' complex in Kirkland, Wash.

Asked about what the Broncos have to offer, Kerney said, "The figures are right there, it's just a matter of how it all comes together for both teams."

Kerney left Denver on a 5 p.m. flight Saturday and spent Sunday in the Northwest. The Seahawks, still feeling the sting of guard Kris Dielman's about-face to return to the Chargers for less money than the Seahawks offered, were trying to lock up Kerney before he left.

"I've always sort of kept an eye on Denver, a consistent winner, a contender, and that's very important to me," Kerney said. "They have guys out here who I know. Al Wilson and John Lynch and Champ Bailey, they're just awesome performers, (Ebenezer) Ekuban as well. . . . And to boot, it's a great part of the country that I enjoy."

IN CONTENTION: The Broncos continued to pursue tight end Daniel Graham, a Thomas Jefferson High School graduate. Graham was in Oakland on Saturday and was scheduled Sunday to be in Seattle.

The Broncos also hosted quarterback Brad Johnson, who next will visit Dallas. He has the Cowboys and Broncos at the top of his wish list.

Johnson's agent, Phil Williams, said Johnson is "extremely interested" in the Broncos and quickly would decide.

Free-agent quarterback Anthony Wright is set to visit the Broncos in the coming days.

http://www.rockymountainnews.com/drm...395669,00.html

BroncoBuff · 03-05-2007, 02:28 AM

good info, thanks dawg for scouring the wires these last few days.

Atlas · 03-05-2007, 02:28 AM

Green gets $23 million...... ohh lord, Henry is going to want $45-$50 million

Atlas · 03-05-2007, 02:30 AM

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Originally Posted by BroncoBuff

good info, thanks dawg for scouring the wires these last few days.

Scouring the wires?? He got the story from the Rocky Mountain news

Killericon · 03-05-2007, 02:33 AM

Great update....I'm expecting monday to be a biiig day.

SoCalBronco · 03-05-2007, 02:33 AM

Good stuff, thanks dragondawg.

BroncoBuff · 03-05-2007, 02:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Atlas

Scouring the wires?? He got the story from the Rocky Mountain news

I know ... but he's a new guy, and he's been posting these stories PDQ for several days now!

I hate it when we fight.

chaz · 03-05-2007, 02:36 AM

excellent news on kerney, graham, johnson, and henry...would be a great offseason....if only, now im going to prepare myself for reality: to not get any of them

ro_50 · 03-05-2007, 02:36 AM

I would like to get Brad Johnson as a backup quarterback.

DBroncos4life · 03-05-2007, 02:38 AM

Are we ever going to sign someone, man this offseason is dragging on.

DBroncos4life · 03-05-2007, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by ro_50

I would like to get Brad Johnson as a backup quarterback.

I'd rather have the statue of liberty. Just as mobile and about it might be a few years younger. Her arm must be in great shape for holding that tourch all these years as well.

Dagmar · 03-05-2007, 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by BroncoBuff

I hate it when we fight.

"Daddy drinks then he gets maaaaaad."

ro_50 · 03-05-2007, 02:45 AM

Why would Travis Henry visit the Raiders when they have Lamont Jordan under contract still? But I did hear some whispers during the season they would cut Jordan, maybe I'm wrong on that regard.

SoCalBronco · 03-05-2007, 02:47 AM

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Originally Posted by DBroncos4life

Are we ever going to sign someone, man this offseason is dragging on.

Broncos | RB Diedrick signed
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 22:00:09 -0800

Bill Williamson of The Denver Post, reports that free agent RB Dahrran Diedrick has signed with the Denver Broncos. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Broncos | Broncos trade for LB Ruud
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 21:58:14 -0800

Jeff Legwold of the Rocky Mountain News, reports that the Broncos have traded a 2008 draft choice to Tampa Bay in exchange for LB Barrett Ruud.

Broncos | Broncos trade for OL Incognito
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 21:55:53 -0800

Bill Williamson of The Denver Post, reports that the Broncos have traded their 2007 3rd round draft choice to St. Louis in exchange for OL Richie Incognito.

Broncos | Eyeing Carriker?
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 21:53:49 -0800

Len Pasquarelli of ESPN reports that several NFL sources have informed him that Nebraska defensive end Adam Carriker is at the top of the Broncos draft board.

DBroncos4life · 03-05-2007, 02:49 AM

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Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

Broncos | RB Diedrick signed
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 22:00:09 -0800

Bill Williamson of The Denver Post, reports that free agent RB Dahrran Diedrick has signed with the Denver Broncos. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Broncos | Broncos trade for LB Ruud
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 21:58:14 -0800

Jeff Legwold of the Rocky Mountain News, reports that the Broncos have traded a 2008 draft choice to Tampa Bay in exchange for LB Barrett Ruud.

Broncos | Broncos trade for OL Incognito
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 21:55:53 -0800

Bill Williamson of The Denver Post, reports that the Broncos have traded their 2007 3rd round draft choice to St. Louis in exchange for OL Richie Incognito.

Broncos | Eyeing Carriker?
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 21:53:49 -0800

Len Pasquarelli of ESPN reports that several NFL sources have informed him that Nebraska defensive end Adam Carriker is at the top of the Broncos draft board.

We won the SB boys!!!!!!

I was only kidding SoCal, someone had to post something like that sooner or later.

DBroncos4life · 03-05-2007, 02:51 AM

Carriker will go to the 9ers, or atleast thats what my bro thinks. He's a Niners fan so he must have some clue on who they are targeting.

Clockwork Orange · 03-05-2007, 02:57 AM

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Originally Posted by atomicbloke

WHAT?

He was kidding around with DBroncos4life.

DBroncos4life · 03-05-2007, 03:00 AM

Its a joke man I'm known for being this big Husker Homer. I think its a unfair label that I can't seem to shake.

SoCalBronco · 03-05-2007, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by atomicbloke

How good is this Incognito guy?

We gave up our 3rd for him (doesn't say which)... this is big....

Its just a joke dude, as CO said.

Just some friendly ribbing for my buddy DB, the Nebraska homer.

Actually, my fake PFT entry on the TJ thread was more realistic than this KFFL thing, I can't believe you fell for it.

DBroncos4life · 03-05-2007, 03:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

Its just a joke dude, as CO said.

Just some friendly ribbing for my buddy DB, the Nebraska homer.

Actually, my fake PFT entry on the TJ thread was more realistic than this KFFL thing, I can't believe you fell for it.

Its like a game now. I can't wait till next year when I can start the lets trade Cutler and draft Sam Keller thread.

atomicbloke · 03-05-2007, 03:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

Its just a joke dude, as CO said.

Just some friendly ribbing for my buddy DB, the Nebraska homer.

Actually, my fake PFT entry on the TJ thread was more realistic than this KFFL thing, I can't believe you fell for it.

Ahhh... Sunday night blues.

DomCasual · 03-05-2007, 03:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dagmar

"Daddy drinks then he gets maaaaaad."

yerner · 03-05-2007, 03:34 AM

Somebody roll one up and get Ricky Williams on the phone. I'll say it now. He's by far the best football player out there. Lets get it done. At least he can't cost that much.

NFLBRONCO · 03-05-2007, 03:39 AM

I'm sure we will find out later today or tues about Kerney and Graham. Since we all know Seattle offered more we are longshots. I just hope they liked the surroundings here and take less to play here but, money talks louder often times. I'm not expecting to get Kerney or Graham.

chrisp · 03-05-2007, 05:34 AM

For what its worth, the comments from kearney seem to indicate that money is no longer the main issue - you don't say 'the numbers are right there' if you're trying to screw them for more money....

I'm sure that money could still be a factor, particularly if Seattle (who have a lot of cap space) throw in something obscene we can't match, but frankly I won't feel too aggreived if we lose out for that reason.

Then again he could just be trying to squeeze more cash out of them with his positive comments about the Broncos....ah heck...

03-05-2007, 02:20 AM	#1
dragondawg All Pro Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 2,009	Broncos still shopping for replacement part (Kerny Update) Broncos' options at tailback dwindle with Green's choice By Jeff Legwold, Rocky Mountain News March 5, 2007 When Broncos coach Mike Shanahan sifted through the pieces of the Broncos' playoff miss last season, one of the spots in his offseason cross hairs was the running game. And three days into free agency, it's clear the Broncos need to do some heavy lifting to get someone to help lug the rock. Tatum Bell, the team's leading rusher in 2006, was traded last week, and the Broncos had three running backs visit during the weekend but now only have a chance at two of them. Travis Henry and Correll Buckhalter spent time at the Broncos' Dove Valley complex Sunday after Ahman Green visited with team officials Saturday. Green, though, agreed Sunday night to a four-year contract with the Houston Texans. The Houston Chronicle reported the deal is worth $23 million, including $6.5 million guaranteed. The Broncos have made it clear they are hunting for a potential primary back but are competing against some familiar faces. Green said he was "approaching it with an open mind" before he headed to former Broncos offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak in Houston. Henry's itinerary was similar. He was expected to visit with the Texans before Green signed, then was scheduled to visit the Oakland Raiders and Green Bay Packers if no deal is worked out with the Broncos. The Broncos also have had at least one preliminary discussion with the Buffalo Bills, who are shopping running back Willis McGahee for a potential trade. At the forefront in the Broncos' minds was their loss against the 49ers in the regular-season finale, when Denver could not pound the ball into the end zone in three first-and-goal situations from inside the San Francisco 5-yard line. Shanahan said it was "embarrassing." According to NFL personnel executives contacted during the weekend, Henry is the best option of the three backs who have visited. He's a player Shanahan has told others in the league he believes is a front-line back. Henry led the Titans in rushing last season, fighting past Chris Brown and rookie LenDale White to earn the starting job. He suits the Broncos' one-cut- and-get-upfield style, finishing with 1,211 yards, seven touchdowns and six 100-yard games. Henry has three 1,000-yard seasons during his six-year career. The only caveat is Henry had a four-game suspension in 2005 for violating the league's substance- abuse policy, meaning he tested positive at least once to enter the league's program and tested positive again to warrant the suspension. Buckhalter has missed three of the past five seasons because of knee injuries. He missed 2004 and 2005 after twice tearing his right patellar tendon, which is at the bottom of the kneecap, and tore his left anterior cruciate ligament in 2002. Buckhalter was a long shot to make the Eagles roster during training camp, but he rushed for 345 yards and two touchdowns as a backup to Brian Westbrook. He also had 24 catches for 256 yards and a 55-yard touchdown. The former Nebraska tailback's best year as a pro was 2003, when he rushed for 542 yards and eight touchdowns in an Eagles offense that split carries among Buckhalter, Westbrook and Duce Staley. McGahee also has some past health concerns, having torn two ligaments in his left knee in his last college game with Miami to end the 2002 season. The Broncos also continued to take their swing at defensive end Patrick Kerney, one of the most coveted free agents still on the market. Kerney was at the Seattle Seahawks' complex in Kirkland, Wash. Asked about what the Broncos have to offer, Kerney said, "The figures are right there, it's just a matter of how it all comes together for both teams." Kerney left Denver on a 5 p.m. flight Saturday and spent Sunday in the Northwest. The Seahawks, still feeling the sting of guard Kris Dielman's about-face to return to the Chargers for less money than the Seahawks offered, were trying to lock up Kerney before he left. "I've always sort of kept an eye on Denver, a consistent winner, a contender, and that's very important to me," Kerney said. "They have guys out here who I know. Al Wilson and John Lynch and Champ Bailey, they're just awesome performers, (Ebenezer) Ekuban as well. . . . And to boot, it's a great part of the country that I enjoy." IN CONTENTION: The Broncos continued to pursue tight end Daniel Graham, a Thomas Jefferson High School graduate. Graham was in Oakland on Saturday and was scheduled Sunday to be in Seattle. The Broncos also hosted quarterback Brad Johnson, who next will visit Dallas. He has the Cowboys and Broncos at the top of his wish list. Johnson's agent, Phil Williams, said Johnson is "extremely interested" in the Broncos and quickly would decide. Free-agent quarterback Anthony Wright is set to visit the Broncos in the coming days. http://www.rockymountainnews.com/drm...395669,00.html Last edited by dragondawg; 03-05-2007 at 02:38 AM..

03-05-2007, 02:33 AM	#6
SoCalBronco Nixonite Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Arcadia, CA Posts: 33,303 Adopt-a-Bronco: D.J. Williams	Good stuff, thanks dragondawg. __________________ ITS A PLAYOFF HOCKEY NIGHT IN PITTSBURGH!

03-05-2007, 03:39 AM	#24
NFLBRONCO Ring of Famer Go Nuggets Go Lakers Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Lafayette Colorado Posts: 7,388	I'm sure we will find out later today or tues about Kerney and Graham. Since we all know Seattle offered more we are longshots. I just hope they liked the surroundings here and take less to play here but, money talks louder often times. I'm not expecting to get Kerney or Graham. Last edited by NFLBRONCO; 03-05-2007 at 03:41 AM..

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03-05-2007, 02:28 AM	#2
BroncoBuff *************** Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Seattle Posts: 25,433 Adopt-a-Bronco: QUANTERUS SMITH	good info, thanks dawg for scouring the wires these last few days.

03-05-2007, 02:28 AM	#3
Atlas Draft Defense Early&Often Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 18,526	Green gets $23 million...... ohh lord, Henry is going to want $45-$50 million

03-05-2007, 02:33 AM	#5
Killericon YES A DT!!!!!! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: From Calgary, in Halifax for School Posts: 7,730 Adopt-a-Bronco: watermock	Great update....I'm expecting monday to be a biiig day.

03-05-2007, 02:36 AM	#8
chaz highly touted recruit Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 2,455 Adopt-a-Bronco: Mr. Bruton	excellent news on kerney, graham, johnson, and henry...would be a great offseason....if only, now im going to prepare myself for reality: to not get any of them

03-05-2007, 02:36 AM	#9
ro_50 Ring of Famer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Somewhere in Jersey Posts: 3,782	I would like to get Brad Johnson as a backup quarterback.

03-05-2007, 02:38 AM	#10
DBroncos4life Hey pic Mod!?!?! FU Why yes, that is Bacon Bacon. Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: The wrong side of right. Posts: 26,558	Are we ever going to sign someone, man this offseason is dragging on.

03-05-2007, 02:45 AM	#13
ro_50 Ring of Famer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Somewhere in Jersey Posts: 3,782	Why would Travis Henry visit the Raiders when they have Lamont Jordan under contract still? But I did hear some whispers during the season they would cut Jordan, maybe I'm wrong on that regard.

03-05-2007, 02:51 AM	#16
DBroncos4life Hey pic Mod!?!?! FU Why yes, that is Bacon Bacon. Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: The wrong side of right. Posts: 26,558	Carriker will go to the 9ers, or atleast thats what my bro thinks. He's a Niners fan so he must have some clue on who they are targeting.

03-05-2007, 03:00 AM	#18
DBroncos4life Hey pic Mod!?!?! FU Why yes, that is Bacon Bacon. Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: The wrong side of right. Posts: 26,558	Its a joke man I'm known for being this big Husker Homer. I think its a unfair label that I can't seem to shake.

03-05-2007, 03:34 AM	#23
yerner Ring of Famer Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Charlottesville VA Posts: 3,304	Somebody roll one up and get Ricky Williams on the phone. I'll say it now. He's by far the best football player out there. Lets get it done. At least he can't cost that much.

03-05-2007, 05:34 AM	#25
chrisp Friend of the unsung Not into the football......yet Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: London UK Posts: 1,300 Adopt-a-Bronco: Danny Trevathan	For what its worth, the comments from kearney seem to indicate that money is no longer the main issue - you don't say 'the numbers are right there' if you're trying to screw them for more money.... I'm sure that money could still be a factor, particularly if Seattle (who have a lot of cap space) throw in something obscene we can't match, but frankly I won't feel too aggreived if we lose out for that reason. Then again he could just be trying to squeeze more cash out of them with his positive comments about the Broncos....ah heck...