Turner to Skins - The Orange Mane

meangene · 01-13-2010, 10:20 AM

Turner leaves Broncos to join Shanahan
By Jeff Legwold
The Denver Post
Posted: 01/13/2010 10:55:54 AM MST
Updated: 01/13/2010 11:06:05 AM MST

Broncos running backs coach Bobby Turner, who has been with the team since 1995, has accepted an offer with the Washington Redskins, an NFL source has confirmed.

Turner will be an associate head coach on Mike Shanahan's staff in Washington. Turner came to Denver when Shanahan was hired as Broncos head coach in 1995.

The Broncos initially denied the Redskins permission to speak to Turner, but opted to let Turner interview when Shanahan came back with a second request that included a promotion to associate head coach.

Broncos coach Josh McDaniels, with Rick Dennison's departure on Tuesday, must replace two assistant coaches who oversaw the Broncos' dominant run game in Shanahan's 14 seasons. McDaniels would like to
move to a more power-oriented attack rather than the zone run scheme, which calls for smaller, quicker offensive linemen.

In Turner's tenure with the Broncos, Terrell Davis went from sixth-round draft pick to NFL MVP while Davis, Olandis Gary, Clinton Portis, Rueben Droughns, Mike Anderson and Tatum Bell all had at least one 1,000-yard rushing season.

The Broncos have not had a 1,000-yard rusher since Bell, in 2006.

Read more: http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci...#ixzz0cW9ZhUU1
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No surprise here.

cmhargrove · 01-13-2010, 10:26 AM

I hate losing Bobby - he has been awesome for the Broncos. However, the winds of change are still blowing. Hopefully McD can get the pieces he needs for a good power running game this offseason.

It will be interesting to see our replacements...

Rohirrim · 01-13-2010, 10:26 AM

Well, there goes my adopt a Bronco for all these years.

My new adopt a Bronco is the Mighty McChesney; Former CU Buff and all around good guy. May he crack the lineup at guard.

Sad to see Bobby go. One of the funniest vids I ever saw was Bobby and TD talking about the running game. Bobby was talking like Yoda, about force fields and illuminated pathways and whatnot and TD was playing along.

meangene · 01-13-2010, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmhargrove

I hate losing Bobby - he has been awesome for the Broncos. However, the winds of change are still blowing. Hopefully McD can get the pieces he needs for a good power running game this offseason.

It will be interesting to see our replacements...

Yeah, I have not heard of one single rumor as to who the replacements might be for Dennison or Turner. Since we are looking at position coaches, and I don't see us giving an asst. head coach title / promotion, it seems we need to be looking for guys out of work. Which means teams who have fired coaches or offensive coordinators. Not big on guys from the college ranks unless they have NFL experience.

ward63 · 01-13-2010, 10:44 AM

If you think about it, it may be good that they are gone for the power offense McD wants to run. Find two guys that do it...

dbfan21 · 01-13-2010, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rohirrim

Well, there goes my adopt a Bronco for all these years.

My new adopt a Bronco is the Mighty McChesney; Former CU Buff and all around good guy. May he crack the lineup at guard.

Sad to see Bobby go. One of the funniest vids I ever saw was Bobby and TD talking about the running game. Bobby was talking like Yoda, about force fields and illuminated pathways and whatnot and TD was playing along.

I remember that. I would love to see that one again. Very funny!

Ray Finkle · 01-13-2010, 11:31 AM

really at this point... I am Meh to this....

I think a new oline and running scheme will need a new RB coach....change is good after a while.

rastaman · 01-13-2010, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmhargrove

I hate losing Bobby - he has been awesome for the Broncos. However, the winds of change are still blowing. Hopefully McD can get the pieces he needs for a good power running game this offseason.

It will be interesting to see our replacements...

Agreed. Once McD is able to estab. a power running OL it will greatly increase the odds that the offense doesn't sputter into inconsistencies during November and December. It won't happen overnight. Focusing 2010 and 2011 McD should have all the pieces for his OL in place.

lostknight · 01-13-2010, 11:44 AM

What a disaster.

That is all.

Florida_Bronco · 01-13-2010, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rohirrim

Sad to see Bobby go. One of the funniest vids I ever saw was Bobby and TD talking about the running game. Bobby was talking like Yoda, about force fields and illuminated pathways and whatnot and TD was playing along.

We gotta find that video!

Garcia Bronco · 01-13-2010, 11:49 AM

So long BT. I think you are crazy to leave Denver to move to DC. Enjoy your time in the traffic.

rastaman · 01-13-2010, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

So long BT. I think you are crazy to leave Denver to move to DC. Enjoy your time in the traffic.

No one ever said McD was an easy Prima Donna to work for. Turner probably has a big simile on his face right about now.

Lolad · 01-13-2010, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rastaman

Agreed. Once McD is able to estab. a power running OL it will greatly increase the odds that the offense doesn't sputter into inconsistencies during November and December. It won't happen overnight. Focusing 2010 and 2011 McD should have all the pieces for his OL in place.

Haha... Already you are preparing for us not to be good in the running game. "they have on been running the power run scheme for a year, it takes 3-4 years to become good"

Football is about now.. Mcdaniels needs to have a running game that will be successful and seeing how NE was never referred to as a dominant or een good running team I doubt it'll happen.

Garcia Bronco · 01-13-2010, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by rastaman

No one ever said McD was an easy Prima Donna to work for. Turner probably has a big simile on his face right about now.

It's a stupid move from a living conditions perspective. Bobby Turner is about to spend most of his life looking at tail lights. Good luck with that.

snowspot66 · 01-13-2010, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Lolad

Haha... Already you are preparing for us not to be good in the running game. "they have on been running the power run scheme for a year, it takes 3-4 years to become good"

Football is about now.. Mcdaniels needs to have a running game that will be successful and seeing how NE was never referred to as a dominant or een good running team I doubt it'll happen.

Seeing as how we haven't been dominant in running for years I'm sure he can match our production at the least.

Garcia Bronco · 01-13-2010, 12:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snowspot66

Seeing as how we haven't been dominant in running for years I'm sure he can match our production at the least.

This

Bronco LB52 · 01-13-2010, 12:15 PM

Thank you for 15 years of great service, Bobby Turner.

24champ · 01-13-2010, 12:23 PM

Told you guys Dennison and Turner were going to bolt...Pat Bowlen kept them around.

Ultimately this is a good thing, McD will get the staff he wants and people that can coach his schemes.

jhat01 · 01-13-2010, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

It's a stupid move from a living conditions perspective. Bobby Turner is about to spend most of his life looking at tail lights. Good luck with that.

Ain't that the truth. I drove back and forth from Columbia MD to Springfield VA 5 days a week...sucks.

DBroncos4life · 01-13-2010, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snowspot66

Seeing as how we haven't been dominant in running for years I'm sure he can match our production at the least.

Yep the "true fans" taking shots at yet another former coach after he leaves.

That sucks Turner was one of the best at getting the most out of nothing.

tsiguy96 · 01-13-2010, 12:25 PM

good for turner and i think good for us. works out in both of our best interest.
queue mcd haters

24champ · 01-13-2010, 12:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

It's a stupid move from a living conditions perspective. Bobby Turner is about to spend most of his life looking at tail lights. Good luck with that.

It's a given that he receives a substantial pay raise than what he made with the Broncos and he will work in a familiar environment with Shanahan.

Bronco Yoda · 01-13-2010, 12:40 PM

I feel a great disturbance in the force...

Lolad · 01-13-2010, 12:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snowspot66

Seeing as how we haven't been dominant in running for years I'm sure he can match our production at the least.

I would just love to know where you are getting this from. We have been top 10 in rushing every year for a long time except this season when our favorite coach decided to mix schemes

24champ · 01-13-2010, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Florida_Bronco

What makes you think it will happen? I know 24Champ (in his typical doom and gloom manner) will try to tell us that both Turner and Dennison are gone when Shanny gets a new job, but really there is no evidence to suggest that happens.

http://www.orangemane.com/BB/showpos...1&postcount=27

01-13-2010, 10:20 AM	#1
meangene Ring of Famer Offseason Mode Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 2,075	Turner to Skins Turner leaves Broncos to join Shanahan By Jeff Legwold The Denver Post Posted: 01/13/2010 10:55:54 AM MST Updated: 01/13/2010 11:06:05 AM MST Broncos running backs coach Bobby Turner, who has been with the team since 1995, has accepted an offer with the Washington Redskins, an NFL source has confirmed. Turner will be an associate head coach on Mike Shanahan's staff in Washington. Turner came to Denver when Shanahan was hired as Broncos head coach in 1995. The Broncos initially denied the Redskins permission to speak to Turner, but opted to let Turner interview when Shanahan came back with a second request that included a promotion to associate head coach. Broncos coach Josh McDaniels, with Rick Dennison's departure on Tuesday, must replace two assistant coaches who oversaw the Broncos' dominant run game in Shanahan's 14 seasons. McDaniels would like to move to a more power-oriented attack rather than the zone run scheme, which calls for smaller, quicker offensive linemen. In Turner's tenure with the Broncos, Terrell Davis went from sixth-round draft pick to NFL MVP while Davis, Olandis Gary, Clinton Portis, Rueben Droughns, Mike Anderson and Tatum Bell all had at least one 1,000-yard rushing season. The Broncos have not had a 1,000-yard rusher since Bell, in 2006. Read more: http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci...#ixzz0cW9ZhUU1 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- No surprise here.

01-13-2010, 10:26 AM	#3
Rohirrim Partisan Human Cannonball Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Twixt Hell & Highwater Posts: 48,834	Well, there goes my adopt a Bronco for all these years. My new adopt a Bronco is the Mighty McChesney; Former CU Buff and all around good guy. May he crack the lineup at guard. Sad to see Bobby go. One of the funniest vids I ever saw was Bobby and TD talking about the running game. Bobby was talking like Yoda, about force fields and illuminated pathways and whatnot and TD was playing along. Last edited by Rohirrim; 01-13-2010 at 10:37 AM..

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01-13-2010, 10:26 AM	#2
cmhargrove Is this thing on??? Travis Henry's love child... Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 6,406 Adopt-a-Bronco: Peyton Hillis	I hate losing Bobby - he has been awesome for the Broncos. However, the winds of change are still blowing. Hopefully McD can get the pieces he needs for a good power running game this offseason. It will be interesting to see our replacements...

01-13-2010, 10:44 AM	#5
ward63 The Burner Returner Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 2,160 Adopt-a-Bronco: Quincy Morgan	If you think about it, it may be good that they are gone for the power offense McD wants to run. Find two guys that do it...

01-13-2010, 11:31 AM	#7
Ray Finkle DOOONNNTTTTT CAAARRREEE! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 7,408	really at this point... I am Meh to this.... I think a new oline and running scheme will need a new RB coach....change is good after a while.

01-13-2010, 11:44 AM	#9
lostknight In The Arena ohwaitwtf Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 3,362 Adopt-a-Bronco: Tim Tebow	What a disaster. That is all.

01-13-2010, 11:49 AM	#11
Garcia Bronco Hokie since 1993 Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 45,991 Adopt-a-Bronco: Tom Jackson	So long BT. I think you are crazy to leave Denver to move to DC. Enjoy your time in the traffic.

01-13-2010, 12:15 PM	#17
Bronco LB52 Perennial Pro-bowler Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 758 Adopt-a-Bronco: Dale Carter	Thank you for 15 years of great service, Bobby Turner.

01-13-2010, 12:23 PM	#18
24champ Livin' the dream! Methwolfe Alliance Captain Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Southern California Posts: 18,545 Adopt-a-Bronco: DomCasual	Told you guys Dennison and Turner were going to bolt...Pat Bowlen kept them around. Ultimately this is a good thing, McD will get the staff he wants and people that can coach his schemes.

01-13-2010, 12:25 PM	#21
tsiguy96 Ring of Famer New to the Forum Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 12,559 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	good for turner and i think good for us. works out in both of our best interest. queue mcd haters

01-13-2010, 12:40 PM	#23
Bronco Yoda Stokley once... ...saved me from a beating Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 7,244	I feel a great disturbance in the force...