Practice Squad Additions (M) - The Orange Mane

Borks147 · 08-31-2008, 02:36 PM

http://myespn.go.com/blogs/afcwest/0...ce-squads.html

Josh Barrett (6-foot-3, 225 pounds) is a rookie from Arizona State University who was selected by the Broncos in the seventh round (220th overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played in all four Denver preseason games in 2008, ranking fourth on the club in defensive tackles (11) and tying for third in special-teams stops (2). A two-year starter at Arizona State, Barrett attended Reno High School in Reno, Nev., and was born on Nov. 22, 1984.

Mitch Erickson (6-foot-6, 290 pounds) is a rookie from South Dakota State University who entered the NFL with the Broncos as a college free agent on April 28. He appeared in all four preseason games for Denver in 2008 following a collegiate career in which he received first-team All-America honors from the Associated Press as a senior at SDSU. Erickson attended Hutchinson High School in Hutchinson, Minn., and was born on May 14, 1985.

Darrell Hackney (6-foot-0, 248 pounds) is a second-year player from the University of Alabama-Birmingham who spent the final eight games in 2007 on Denver's 53-man roster after beginning that season on its practice squad. In four games (1 start) with the Broncos in the 2008 preseason, Hackney completed 24-of-38 (63.2%) passes for 285 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions (94.7 rtg.). A first-team All-Conference USA selection at UAB as a senior, Hackney attended Douglass High School in Atlanta and was born on Aug. 7, 1983.

Steven Harris (6-foot-5, 305 pounds) is a second-year player from the University of Florida who entered the NFL with the Broncos as a college free agent on May 2, 2007. Harris, who saw time in all four preseason contests for Denver in 2008, played four games for the Broncos in 2007 and totaled six tackles (all solo). A member of the Gators' National Championship team in 2006, Harris attended Coral Gables High School in Coral Gables, Fla., and was born on Aug. 14, 1984.

elsid13 · 08-31-2008, 02:38 PM

one spot left.

Borks147 · 08-31-2008, 02:40 PM

isn't it eight?

SpringStein · 08-31-2008, 03:01 PM

Makes you wonder if they aren't looking at players from other squads.

KansasBronco · 08-31-2008, 03:06 PM

Yes they expanded the PS last year to 8.

http://blog.denverbroncos.com/denver...ractice-squad/

Hamrob · 08-31-2008, 03:17 PM

So 4 more spots. I'd think we'd want to add a WR to the practice squad since we are short in that area. We'll probably hold one spot open for a guy like Larsen...once Marshall comes back.

Hamrob · 08-31-2008, 03:19 PM

I'd also say that we'd do well to sign a RB to practice squad...if for nothing else but reps. Perhaps a CB as well:

1 - WR
2 - RB
3 - CB
4 - Spencer Larsen or Woodyard...once BMarsh comes back

s0phr0syne · 08-31-2008, 03:22 PM

I know Lorne didn't do anything in preseason, but isn't he a physical beast that's played RB, WR, and QB through college? Seems like he'd be a talent worth developing...

SoCalBronco · 08-31-2008, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hamrob

So 4 more spots. I'd think we'd want to add a WR to the practice squad since we are short in that area. We'll probably hold one spot open for a guy like Larsen...once Marshall comes back.

It might be that we wont have to open up a spot for Marshall as the suspension for Paymah could be coming down at any time.

Hamrob · 08-31-2008, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

It might be that we wont have to open up a spot for Marshall as the suspension for Paymah could be coming down at any time.

What suspension? For how long is it predicted to be?

summerdenver · 08-31-2008, 03:27 PM

I think when Nalen's status is clear, one OL will be cut. Similarly when Elvis and Manuel are healthy, one DL and Rogers will be released.

I am surpised Den did not make a claim for a RB. Looks like Rankin signed with Oak, Marcus Mason with Bal and Marcus Thomas with Det.

SoCalBronco · 08-31-2008, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hamrob

What suspension? For how long is it predicted to be?

Well, he is to be sentenced by the Court on September 16th I think that might actually take care of the issue before the league intervenes. But if its just community service/fine (no jail time), then the league will probably step in with a suspension shortly thereafter.

Kaylore · 08-31-2008, 03:31 PM

Four spots open. I agree with others here that there could be some people cut and then signed, but I also think we add at least two guys who were cut from other teams after we bring them in for a look.

Inkana7 · 08-31-2008, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

Well, he is to be sentenced by the Court on September 16th I think that might actually take care of the issue before the league intervenes. But if its just community service/fine (no jail time), then the league will probably step in with a suspension shortly thereafter.

NFL rules state a player cannot be suspended for a DUI.

SoCalBronco · 08-31-2008, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Inkana7

NFL rules state a player cannot be suspended for a DUI.

Really? I didn't know that.

Is that in the CBA?

elsid13 · 08-31-2008, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

Really? I didn't know that.

Is that in the CBA?

Yes the first DUI is "free", after that the player can be suspended.

Denver724 · 08-31-2008, 03:40 PM

RB PJ Pope signed to the practice squad.

http://rotoworld.com/content/Home_NFL.aspx?rwr=1

TheReverend · 08-31-2008, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Inkana7

NFL rules state a player cannot be suspended for a DUI.

First time.

Killericon · 08-31-2008, 03:43 PM

I heart Josh Barrett.

elsid13 · 08-31-2008, 03:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Denver724

RB PJ Pope signed to the practice squad.

http://rotoworld.com/content/Home_NFL.aspx?rwr=1

From SI 2006 Draft
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/foo...yers/2188.html

P.J. Pope Grade: 2.94
Position: RB
Class: Sr
School: Bowling Green
Conference: Mid-American
Ht., Wt.: 5-9, 218
40 Time: 4.5
Grading System

BIO: Three-year starter awarded All-Conference honors as a sophomore and junior. Played in nine games last season posting 125/436/20. Career-best numbers of 178/1,098/15 came as a junior, with pass-catching totals of 50/490/6.

POSITIVES: Nice-sized ball carrier who is best between the tackles. Displays good vision, finds the running lanes and has a burst. Sets up blocks, is aggressive and strong in his lower body. Solid receiver who makes the reception in stride.

NEGATIVES: Not an elusive back who makes defenders miss. Lacks the speed to get around the corner.

ANALYSIS: A leader by example who has made football a priority, Pope offers potential as a special-teams player/fourth running back in the NFL.

PROJECTION: Undrafted Free Agent

JCMElway · 08-31-2008, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hamrob

I'd also say that we'd do well to sign a RB to practice squad...if for nothing else but reps. Perhaps a CB as well:

1 - WR
2 - RB
3 - CB
4 - Spencer Larsen or Woodyard...once BMarsh comes back

If you think Woodyard is going to be cut you're out of your mind.

summerdenver · 08-31-2008, 04:35 PM

Den also claimed Calvin Lowry safety from Ten.

Calvin Lowry-DB-Broncos

Aug. 31 - 7:19 pm et

Broncos claimed S Calvin Lowry off waivers from the Titans.
Lowry, who started 11 games for Tennessee at strong safety in 2007 and wasn't an obvious liability, could prove an upgrade over either of Denver's weak starters. SS Marquand Manuel, especially, will lack good job security.
Source: Nashville City Paper

Requiem · 08-31-2008, 04:37 PM

Dre Moore is out there, go get 'em.

bap454 · 08-31-2008, 04:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCMElway

If you think Woodyard is going to be cut you're out of your mind.

Ditto. Even if he was cut... he would not have a prayer in making it to the practice squad. Woodyard > Larsen by a mile on a mute point.

Greybeard · 08-31-2008, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hamrob

I'd also say that we'd do well to sign a RB to practice squad...if for nothing else but reps. Perhaps a CB as well:

1 - WR
2 - RB
3 - CB
4 - Spencer Larsen or Woodyard...once BMarsh comes back

Woodyard will never be on the PS. He will be gone the moment they waive him.
Possibly Larsen, too. But definitely Woodyard.

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08-31-2008, 02:36 PM	#1
Borks147 the dude abides... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Hanover NH Posts: 1,845	Practice Squad Additions (M) http://myespn.go.com/blogs/afcwest/0...ce-squads.html Josh Barrett (6-foot-3, 225 pounds) is a rookie from Arizona State University who was selected by the Broncos in the seventh round (220th overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played in all four Denver preseason games in 2008, ranking fourth on the club in defensive tackles (11) and tying for third in special-teams stops (2). A two-year starter at Arizona State, Barrett attended Reno High School in Reno, Nev., and was born on Nov. 22, 1984. Mitch Erickson (6-foot-6, 290 pounds) is a rookie from South Dakota State University who entered the NFL with the Broncos as a college free agent on April 28. He appeared in all four preseason games for Denver in 2008 following a collegiate career in which he received first-team All-America honors from the Associated Press as a senior at SDSU. Erickson attended Hutchinson High School in Hutchinson, Minn., and was born on May 14, 1985. Darrell Hackney (6-foot-0, 248 pounds) is a second-year player from the University of Alabama-Birmingham who spent the final eight games in 2007 on Denver's 53-man roster after beginning that season on its practice squad. In four games (1 start) with the Broncos in the 2008 preseason, Hackney completed 24-of-38 (63.2%) passes for 285 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions (94.7 rtg.). A first-team All-Conference USA selection at UAB as a senior, Hackney attended Douglass High School in Atlanta and was born on Aug. 7, 1983. Steven Harris (6-foot-5, 305 pounds) is a second-year player from the University of Florida who entered the NFL with the Broncos as a college free agent on May 2, 2007. Harris, who saw time in all four preseason contests for Denver in 2008, played four games for the Broncos in 2007 and totaled six tackles (all solo). A member of the Gators' National Championship team in 2006, Harris attended Coral Gables High School in Coral Gables, Fla., and was born on Aug. 14, 1984.

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08-31-2008, 02:38 PM	#2
elsid13 Lost In Space Bóg, Honor, Ojczyzna Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: DC Posts: 19,096	one spot left.

08-31-2008, 02:40 PM	#3
Borks147 the dude abides... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Hanover NH Posts: 1,845	isn't it eight?

08-31-2008, 03:01 PM	#4
SpringStein Ring of Famer Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Monument, CO Posts: 2,733	Makes you wonder if they aren't looking at players from other squads.

08-31-2008, 03:06 PM	#5
KansasBronco Pro Bowler Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 622	Yes they expanded the PS last year to 8. http://blog.denverbroncos.com/denver...ractice-squad/

08-31-2008, 03:17 PM	#6
Hamrob All-American! All-American! Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: DFW Posts: 4,747 Adopt-a-Bronco: Peyton Manning	So 4 more spots. I'd think we'd want to add a WR to the practice squad since we are short in that area. We'll probably hold one spot open for a guy like Larsen...once Marshall comes back.

08-31-2008, 03:19 PM	#7
Hamrob All-American! All-American! Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: DFW Posts: 4,747 Adopt-a-Bronco: Peyton Manning	I'd also say that we'd do well to sign a RB to practice squad...if for nothing else but reps. Perhaps a CB as well: 1 - WR 2 - RB 3 - CB 4 - Spencer Larsen or Woodyard...once BMarsh comes back

08-31-2008, 03:22 PM	#8
s0phr0syne Symbiotic Absorb and Redirect Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,592 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	I know Lorne didn't do anything in preseason, but isn't he a physical beast that's played RB, WR, and QB through college? Seems like he'd be a talent worth developing...

08-31-2008, 03:27 PM	#11
summerdenver Ring of Famer Rebuilding both offense and defense Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,822 Adopt-a-Bronco: Peyton Hillis	I think when Nalen's status is clear, one OL will be cut. Similarly when Elvis and Manuel are healthy, one DL and Rogers will be released. I am surpised Den did not make a claim for a RB. Looks like Rankin signed with Oak, Marcus Mason with Bal and Marcus Thomas with Det.

08-31-2008, 03:31 PM	#13
Kaylore 6-37, Raider fans. Yummy birds and snow! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Ceti Alpha V Posts: 41,074 Adopt-a-Bronco: Wesley Duke	Four spots open. I agree with others here that there could be some people cut and then signed, but I also think we add at least two guys who were cut from other teams after we bring them in for a look.

08-31-2008, 03:40 PM	#17
Denver724 Ring of Famer Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 1,517	RB PJ Pope signed to the practice squad. http://rotoworld.com/content/Home_NFL.aspx?rwr=1

08-31-2008, 03:43 PM	#19
Killericon YES A DT!!!!!! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: From Calgary, in Halifax for School Posts: 7,730 Adopt-a-Bronco: watermock	I heart Josh Barrett.

08-31-2008, 04:37 PM	#23
Requiem ~~~ ~ ~ ~ Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Earth Division Posts: 19,602 Adopt-a-Bronco: Gilgamesh	Dre Moore is out there, go get 'em.