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dragondawg · 06-01-2007, 03:29 AM

Ramsey learning system quickly
QB adjusts well to new offense
By Tom Kensler Denver Post Staff Writer

Signed as a free agent to be the Broncos' backup quarterback, Patrick Ramsey has surprised even himself by how quickly he is learning the offense.

Ramsey, a sixth-year pro who has 24 career starts in the NFL, isn't sure the smooth adjustment is a result of him being older and wiser, or because Mike Shanahan's offense makes so much sense.

"It's my first time in this system, and I'm still adjusting," Ramsey said. "But I feel like I'm picking it up quicker than I have with other systems.

"Maybe the teams I've been with ran kind of a hybrid of what we're doing. Everybody kind of takes from other teams."

All of Ramsey's starts came with the Washington Redskins, who drafted him in the first round (32nd overall) out of Tulane in 2002. In 2003, Ramsey started 11 games, throwing for career bests of 2,166 yards and 14 touchdowns against nine interceptions. A trade brought Ramsey to the New York Jets last season, but he played in only one game and attempted only one pass.

"I don't want to get into comparing and contrasting (with other organizations), but I will say this: I'm very content and happy here, with the way things are run and the coaches we have," Ramsey said Thursday after a two-hour team camp workout. "I feel it's a real good move for me.

"I love the stability here; it was just really attractive to me," he added. "One of my good friends, Trey Teague, played here (1998-2001), and he spoke highly of this organization."

Ramsey, 6-feet-3 and 225 pounds, understands and accepts his role as Jay Cutler's backup. The two get along great, Ramsey said.

"Jay is a really good player," Ramsey said. "He's an intelligent guy. He's a really good guy. He's going to be the real deal."

Fenton adjusting

Former University of Colorado center Mark Fenton, an undrafted rookie, is working at offensive guard during the mini-camps.

Fenton, 6-4 and 295 pounds, practiced some at guard while at CU but never played that position in a game.

"If you can play center, you can play guard," he said. "There isn't much difference."

As a junior at CU, Fenton was one of six finalists for the 2005 Rimington Award, given to the nation's best center. He earned 2006 preseason all-Big 12 honorable mention and was on several All-America watch lists. But a fractured right fibula limited his senior season to six games.

"It's 100 percent," Fenton said of his leg. "I don't have any problems with it at all."

Footnotes

Fifth-year pro Eddie Moore, a free-agent acquisition, is working with the first team at strongside linebacker. That's the position formerly held by D.J. Williams, who moved to middle linebacker when Al Wilson was released. "D.J. gives me a lot of tips - run fast," said Moore, who knows the system better than other newcomers because he played for Broncos defensive coordinator Jim Bates while with the Miami Dolphins. ... A nifty juke move by wide receiver Javon Walker made Nick Ferguson fall down in coverage, and the veteran safety accepted some good-natured razzing from teammates.

http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_6033499

SouthStndJunkie · 06-01-2007, 07:56 AM

I am happy to have Ramsey as our backup. Better than some dried up 38 year old retread. Ramsey has experience, yet still has some upside and potential.

WoodMan · 06-01-2007, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SouthStndJunkie

I am happy to have Ramsey as our backup. Better than some dried up 38 year old retread. Ramsey has experience, yet still has some upside and potential.

I also think he will have some value in a couple of years if he wants to move on. Its likely teams like the Chefs will still be looking for a QB in a few years.

NYBronco · 06-01-2007, 12:53 PM

I think Ramsey is a good QB (above average) in Washington he didn't have much help. He should do well here in Denver even as a backup.

Beantown Bronco · 06-01-2007, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NYBronco

He should do well here in Denver even as a backup.

Hopefully, we'll never have to find out how good he could potentially be here.

06-01-2007, 03:29 AM	#1
dragondawg All Pro Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 2,009	Ramsey learning system quickly/ Walker jukes Ferguson Ramsey learning system quickly QB adjusts well to new offense By Tom Kensler Denver Post Staff Writer Signed as a free agent to be the Broncos' backup quarterback, Patrick Ramsey has surprised even himself by how quickly he is learning the offense. Ramsey, a sixth-year pro who has 24 career starts in the NFL, isn't sure the smooth adjustment is a result of him being older and wiser, or because Mike Shanahan's offense makes so much sense. "It's my first time in this system, and I'm still adjusting," Ramsey said. "But I feel like I'm picking it up quicker than I have with other systems. "Maybe the teams I've been with ran kind of a hybrid of what we're doing. Everybody kind of takes from other teams." All of Ramsey's starts came with the Washington Redskins, who drafted him in the first round (32nd overall) out of Tulane in 2002. In 2003, Ramsey started 11 games, throwing for career bests of 2,166 yards and 14 touchdowns against nine interceptions. A trade brought Ramsey to the New York Jets last season, but he played in only one game and attempted only one pass. "I don't want to get into comparing and contrasting (with other organizations), but I will say this: I'm very content and happy here, with the way things are run and the coaches we have," Ramsey said Thursday after a two-hour team camp workout. "I feel it's a real good move for me. "I love the stability here; it was just really attractive to me," he added. "One of my good friends, Trey Teague, played here (1998-2001), and he spoke highly of this organization." Ramsey, 6-feet-3 and 225 pounds, understands and accepts his role as Jay Cutler's backup. The two get along great, Ramsey said. "Jay is a really good player," Ramsey said. "He's an intelligent guy. He's a really good guy. He's going to be the real deal." Fenton adjusting Former University of Colorado center Mark Fenton, an undrafted rookie, is working at offensive guard during the mini-camps. Fenton, 6-4 and 295 pounds, practiced some at guard while at CU but never played that position in a game. "If you can play center, you can play guard," he said. "There isn't much difference." As a junior at CU, Fenton was one of six finalists for the 2005 Rimington Award, given to the nation's best center. He earned 2006 preseason all-Big 12 honorable mention and was on several All-America watch lists. But a fractured right fibula limited his senior season to six games. "It's 100 percent," Fenton said of his leg. "I don't have any problems with it at all." Footnotes Fifth-year pro Eddie Moore, a free-agent acquisition, is working with the first team at strongside linebacker. That's the position formerly held by D.J. Williams, who moved to middle linebacker when Al Wilson was released. "D.J. gives me a lot of tips - run fast," said Moore, who knows the system better than other newcomers because he played for Broncos defensive coordinator Jim Bates while with the Miami Dolphins. ... A nifty juke move by wide receiver Javon Walker made Nick Ferguson fall down in coverage, and the veteran safety accepted some good-natured razzing from teammates. http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_6033499

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06-01-2007, 07:56 AM	#2
SouthStndJunkie Ring of Famer Shannon Says: Listen to The Junkman Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 15,237	I am happy to have Ramsey as our backup. Better than some dried up 38 year old retread. Ramsey has experience, yet still has some upside and potential.

06-01-2007, 12:53 PM	#4
NYBronco Ring of Famer Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 2,994	I think Ramsey is a good QB (above average) in Washington he didn't have much help. He should do well here in Denver even as a backup.