Hillis Tidbit (also - do not murder me) - The Orange Mane

outdoor_miner · 08-21-2008, 11:37 AM

Hi - I know us newer folks aren't supposed to start new threads, but I couldn't find this posted anywhere else... I did a search for a relevant thread to bump, and nothing came up, so please do not tear me limb from limb and scatter my bones from coast to coast like a wild pack of hyenas.

I'm really curious about how Hillis is coming along after some of the rave reviews at the start of camp. From a RMN article on Tom Nalen:

http://www.rockymountainnews.com/new...est-preseason/

Opening eyes

The Broncos have been known to use their fullbacks as a red-zone pass-catching weapon through the years, from Howard Griffith to Patrick Hape in an H-back type role, to Kyle Johnson.

Rookie Peyton Hillis might not only continue that tradition but could expand upon it the way he has caught the ball since coming back from a hamstring pull.

"I wouldn't lie. Personally, I think Hillis could fight for the best hands on the team," running back Andre Hall said. "In the running back room, I can't fight with him. I'm going to give him a run. But he's probably got the best hands among the running backs."

Hillis set University of Arkansas records among running backs as a senior for receptions (49) and receiving yards (537). His talents were often used with him aligned as a slot receiver.

Cecil Sapp still is running as the starting fullback but might eventually get pushed for that job once Hillis is conditioned fully and gets a total handle on the offense.

"I'm loving Hillis," Hall added. "He don't really care. He'll hit whoever, and he keeps driving. Most guys hit and twist and turn their body. Hillis hits it right down the middle and is going to continue to drive throughout the entire play."

Peoples Champ · 08-21-2008, 11:43 AM

I am not sure, but if its true, I am glad to see a big hitter full back. I know we had Kyle Johnson, but I am sick of seeing us convert HBs into FB's we did it with Cecil Sapp and Mike Anderson......GET A HUGE FULLBACK>

Inkana7 · 08-21-2008, 11:45 AM

We did. Hillis is a monster.

bpc · 08-21-2008, 11:54 AM

Sounds crazy but I think he has a chance to be a multiple pro bowler in this offense, Tony Richardson style. I hope he gets healthy and can stay on the field this season. I think he'll displace Sapp soon if he can.

Ziggy · 08-21-2008, 11:56 AM

Nice post. Hillis is the kind of FB we've been looking for. I hope he gets healthy and takes the starting spot, cuz watching Sapp block makes wanna throw my TV out the window most of the time.

montrose · 08-21-2008, 12:07 PM

Once Hillis gets a hold on the offense and is the full-time FB, you're going to see the Mike Shanahan offense as it was truly intended with the ability to run the football with power, use the FB and TE in the passing game and most importantly - an OL and QB capable of executing a drop-back passing game.

Shed no tears for Sapp who will still be a major contributor to the team as a reserve HB/FB and special teamer - the role he and Reuben Droughns filled well until each was asked to take on too much.

As giddy as I can be about Clady and Royal, and while I also think Barrett and MF Williams could become contributors one day - I'm actually most excited about Hillis as we haven't had a FB like him in a long, long time.

lookin' glass · 08-21-2008, 12:10 PM

This draft class is looking better and better. Hopefully Lichenwhatchamacallit will come around and Powell when he gets back.
Good thread. If it wasn't I'd be laughing.....

PRBronco · 08-21-2008, 12:11 PM

I didn't get to see the Cowboys game, did Hillis play much? How did he look?

Caligula · 08-21-2008, 12:14 PM

Hillis is in the mold of Griffith. This is the type of athlete that we have needed at FB since those SB years

Popps · 08-21-2008, 12:26 PM

SoDak Bronco · 08-21-2008, 12:31 PM

you're dead for posting this

Hotrod · 08-21-2008, 12:31 PM

Hillis once punch a whole thru the middle of a cow in the road instead of driving around it.

Honestly I would love a true nasty, in your face, wood laying, bust your chops FB and hope he is all hes cracked up to be.

Irish Stout · 08-21-2008, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by outdoor_miner

Hi - I know us newer folks aren't supposed to start new threads, but I couldn't find this posted anywhere else... I did a search for a relevant thread to bump, and nothing came up, so please do not tear me limb from limb and scatter my bones from coast to coast like a wild pack of hyenas.

DIE ROOKIE! I Kid. I kid.

So far everything I've seen and heard about Hillis has been great. Hopefully we'll get to see some serious action out of him tomorrow night. If this guy is as good of a blocker as Andre Hall thinks him to be, thats all I need. If he can catch some ball on top of that, then super gravy!

I've longed for a Howard Griffith to re-emerge on our team. Fullback is such an underappreciated position.

outdoor_miner · 08-21-2008, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by SoDak Bronco

you're dead for posting this

I've been nervously refreshing for the past 15 minutes. I'm hoping to slide by with a swirlie and de-pantsing, but am prepared for the worst...

Dagmar · 08-21-2008, 12:44 PM

4 post rule.

Irish Stout · 08-21-2008, 12:44 PM

I just wet my pants thinking about this years draft class. Frickin' Royal, Clady, Hillis, Torrain (assuming healthy), Jack Williams... All these guys are likely to be starting by the end of the season. I think its just unbelievable.

Man I hope we don't suck.

Garcia Bronco · 08-21-2008, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by outdoor_miner

I've been nervously refreshing for the past 15 minutes. I'm hoping to slide by with a swirlie and de-pantsing, but am prepared for the worst...

You can post whenever you want.

Man-Goblin · 08-21-2008, 12:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by outdoor_miner

I've been nervously refreshing for the past 15 minutes. I'm hoping to slide by with a swirlie and de-pantsing, but am prepared for the worst...

You better watch it or you're going to surpass your one post per year pace.

brncobrett · 08-21-2008, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by outdoor_miner

I've been nervously refreshing for the past 15 minutes. I'm hoping to slide by with a swirlie and de-pantsing, but am prepared for the worst...

Dagmar · 08-21-2008, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

You can post whenever you want.

No one is being serious. Chill bro.

theAPAOps5 · 08-21-2008, 01:03 PM

Nice post. Now I hope you don't find a horses head in your bed.........

DenverBrit · 08-21-2008, 01:04 PM

And the angry mob gathered chanting:
"100 post rule, 100 post rule."
But they soon dispersed and had a nice cup of tea and a scone!

Borks147 · 08-21-2008, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty Shackleford

No one is being serious. Chill bro.

hahahahahaha, crap I laughed like 3 minutes straight at this picture

Inkana7 · 08-21-2008, 01:14 PM

I was glad to see Hillis got some time with the 1st Offense against the Cowboys.

Rohirrim · 08-21-2008, 01:15 PM

I've wanted a real FB on this team since Griffith was forced to hang it up.

08-21-2008, 11:37 AM	#1
outdoor_miner Ring of Famer New to the Forum Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,097 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	Hillis Tidbit (also - do not murder me) Hi - I know us newer folks aren't supposed to start new threads, but I couldn't find this posted anywhere else... I did a search for a relevant thread to bump, and nothing came up, so please do not tear me limb from limb and scatter my bones from coast to coast like a wild pack of hyenas. I'm really curious about how Hillis is coming along after some of the rave reviews at the start of camp. From a RMN article on Tom Nalen: http://www.rockymountainnews.com/new...est-preseason/ Opening eyes The Broncos have been known to use their fullbacks as a red-zone pass-catching weapon through the years, from Howard Griffith to Patrick Hape in an H-back type role, to Kyle Johnson. Rookie Peyton Hillis might not only continue that tradition but could expand upon it the way he has caught the ball since coming back from a hamstring pull. "I wouldn't lie. Personally, I think Hillis could fight for the best hands on the team," running back Andre Hall said. "In the running back room, I can't fight with him. I'm going to give him a run. But he's probably got the best hands among the running backs." Hillis set University of Arkansas records among running backs as a senior for receptions (49) and receiving yards (537). His talents were often used with him aligned as a slot receiver. Cecil Sapp still is running as the starting fullback but might eventually get pushed for that job once Hillis is conditioned fully and gets a total handle on the offense. "I'm loving Hillis," Hall added. "He don't really care. He'll hit whoever, and he keeps driving. Most guys hit and twist and turn their body. Hillis hits it right down the middle and is going to continue to drive throughout the entire play."

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08-21-2008, 11:43 AM	#2
Peoples Champ Ring of Famer New to the Forum Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Orange County Posts: 3,100 Adopt-a-Bronco: Champ Bailey	I am not sure, but if its true, I am glad to see a big hitter full back. I know we had Kyle Johnson, but I am sick of seeing us convert HBs into FB's we did it with Cecil Sapp and Mike Anderson......GET A HUGE FULLBACK>

08-21-2008, 11:45 AM	#3
Inkana7 Ring of Famer Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 8,229 Adopt-a-Bronco: Derek Wolfe	We did. Hillis is a monster.

08-21-2008, 11:54 AM	#4
bpc "Nemo Me Impune Lacessit" 1 sword keeps another in the sheath Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Northern California Posts: 12,566 Adopt-a-Bronco: Von Miller	Sounds crazy but I think he has a chance to be a multiple pro bowler in this offense, Tony Richardson style. I hope he gets healthy and can stay on the field this season. I think he'll displace Sapp soon if he can.

08-21-2008, 11:56 AM	#5
Ziggy Pro Bowler Noob Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 508	Nice post. Hillis is the kind of FB we've been looking for. I hope he gets healthy and takes the starting spot, cuz watching Sapp block makes wanna throw my TV out the window most of the time.

08-21-2008, 12:07 PM	#6
montrose Ring of Famer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 6,095 Adopt-a-Bronco: VP John Elway	Once Hillis gets a hold on the offense and is the full-time FB, you're going to see the Mike Shanahan offense as it was truly intended with the ability to run the football with power, use the FB and TE in the passing game and most importantly - an OL and QB capable of executing a drop-back passing game. Shed no tears for Sapp who will still be a major contributor to the team as a reserve HB/FB and special teamer - the role he and Reuben Droughns filled well until each was asked to take on too much. As giddy as I can be about Clady and Royal, and while I also think Barrett and MF Williams could become contributors one day - I'm actually most excited about Hillis as we haven't had a FB like him in a long, long time.

08-21-2008, 12:10 PM	#7
lookin' glass Pro Bowler Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 506	This draft class is looking better and better. Hopefully Lichenwhatchamacallit will come around and Powell when he gets back. Good thread. If it wasn't I'd be laughing.....

08-21-2008, 12:11 PM	#8
PRBronco FML less Join Date: May 2004 Location: North Vancouver Posts: 4,206 Adopt-a-Bronco: I'm so alone	I didn't get to see the Cowboys game, did Hillis play much? How did he look?

08-21-2008, 12:14 PM	#9
Caligula Seasoned Veteran New to the Forum Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 269 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	Hillis is in the mold of Griffith. This is the type of athlete that we have needed at FB since those SB years

08-21-2008, 12:26 PM	#10
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08-21-2008, 12:31 PM	#11
SoDak Bronco Lace em' up and lets go!! Von Miller aka QB Killa Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: South Dakota Posts: 4,132 Adopt-a-Bronco: Robert Ayers	you're dead for posting this

08-21-2008, 12:44 PM	#15
Dagmar ...there ain't no devil ..there's just God when he's drunk. Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Morrison Posts: 17,132 Adopt-a-Bronco: Tim Tebow	4 post rule.

08-21-2008, 12:31 PM	#12
Hotrod Self Appointed Expert aka Dortoh Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 25,136 Adopt-a-Bronco: Miss I	Hillis once punch a whole thru the middle of a cow in the road instead of driving around it. Honestly I would love a true nasty, in your face, wood laying, bust your chops FB and hope he is all hes cracked up to be.

08-21-2008, 12:44 PM	#16
Irish Stout Ring of Famer Run for it Marty! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 2,802 Adopt-a-Bronco: Wesley Woodyard	I just wet my pants thinking about this years draft class. Frickin' Royal, Clady, Hillis, Torrain (assuming healthy), Jack Williams... All these guys are likely to be starting by the end of the season. I think its just unbelievable. Man I hope we don't suck.

08-21-2008, 01:03 PM	#21
theAPAOps5 A new beginning! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Denver Posts: 26,057 Adopt-a-Bronco: Watermock - RIP	Nice post. Now I hope you don't find a horses head in your bed.........

08-21-2008, 01:14 PM	#24
Inkana7 Ring of Famer Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 8,229 Adopt-a-Bronco: Derek Wolfe	I was glad to see Hillis got some time with the 1st Offense against the Cowboys.

08-21-2008, 01:15 PM	#25
Rohirrim Partisan Human Cannonball Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Twixt Hell & Highwater Posts: 48,787	I've wanted a real FB on this team since Griffith was forced to hang it up.