Saw that some fans on the message board yesterday were wondering about Peyton Hillis’ recovery from his hamstring injury he suffered against the Chiefs.
He’s been hanging around the locker room since he’s at the facilities rehabbing this offseason, and I thought I’d give you all a quick update.
He said everything’s coming along fine, and he’s not too concerned that he is staying in Denver working while many of his teammates are on vacation or home with their families.
“As long as I’m in here getting better, getting stronger, getting faster, there’s really not a problem for me,” he said.
Hillis said that it hasn’t really clicked into his mind yet that he’s not rehabbing from last season but really preparing for 2009. But he knows he wants to get into that mindset soon.
“Everything starts off slow because you are injured and you are working toward that goal to get back healthy,” he said. “Especially now because there’s a new coaching staff and a lot of things are going to be changing, you kind of want to get to that point where you’re healthy so you can start learning the playbook and start getting adjusted to things.”
So that’s a little update on his condition, hope that was helpful. There will be a story on many of the players staying in Denver to rehab this offseason in the upcoming issue of Broncos Magazine, so be on the lookout for that.
-Gray Caldwell, DenverBroncos.com
Tags: Gray Caldwell, Offseason, Peyton Hillis, Rehab
cutlercountry08: I absolutely loved the way he came in and ran the ball too. He ran angry but I don’t forsee him getting into that every down back role. He will most likely remain a FB or become an H-back type. Think Chris Cooley. He has great hands and is extremely athletic. Look for Ryan Torrain to fill that starting role at tailback. I’m more concerned with free agency and the draft for our Defense. Orange Crush Returns? I hope so.
I salute you MR. Hillis . You are a snot knocken, clock cleaning,old school baller
Yo check this out, First off glad your doing well Hillis. Not that I was worried because this dude is a true beast! If you all notice,he has that smooth down hill running style just like Torain does but with a nasty power burst like pittman has. Guys, can you just imagine our backfield when healthy with Torain and Hillis switching or in the I formation,what they would do to defences. Man I cant wait! Sounds like Ali and Frazier to me. Smooth and quick like Ali(Torain)and rough and powerful like Frazier(Hillis).
PUMP BLUE, BLEED ORANGE!!
I’m super happy to hear that Hillis is coming along fine. He is indeed a super star. Don’t compare him with Anderson. Hillis is stronger, a better pass receiver. and weighs 250lbs.
Guys what do you think about offering Randy Gradsihar the defensive line coach. Here is a guy that can bring back the 3-4 Orange Crush passion. He is willing if he is given a call. I think he would be a great coach. Romo also wants ans interview. I hoping, with you guys help, to let Bowlen arrange an interview with Gradishar and McD.
Hillis you’re #1. numero uno
A great player in Hillis. Just REMEMBER, Shanahan brought the great player in.
So much thanks goes to Shanahan. Do great in honor of Shanahan HILLIS!
Hey Coach McDaniels: If you are reading these posts, please consider using Peyton Hillis as an Hback in your backfield next season. Just look at some old Broncos films with Shannon Sharpe in the backfield. Hillis can run or catch and block too. He’s a beast and will be a compliment to Cutler. Thanks, coach. Go Broncos !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hey Coach McDaniels: If you are reading these posts, please consider leaving Hillis in the FB/RB role and drafting an actually NFL RunningBack.
Also, please ignore any post about Ryan Torain…….(you don’t wanna know).
Thanks coach…….
coach doesnt waste time reading what you guys think cause nothing you say is ever any good
Hey Coach McDaniels: If you are reading these posts, please consider putting Ryan at Running Back and drafting and ACTUALL defense
Thanks coach…
HAHAH… i just had to…
Hillis, I am glad to hear that you are already getting ready for next season. However you do need to spend a few weeks with family during the offseason. It excites me very much about next year with how you are already getting ready for next season. Guys, 2009 is the year we take our 3rd Superbowl victory. Peyton, just make sure you rub off some of that motivation on everyone else!!
Just wanted to say hello to our new Head Coach Josh McDaniels! You have a very good reputation it looks like and I really hope you make great choices in our team this year! You have very big shoes to fill from Mike Shanahan, but no pressure, you seem like you are the man that will pull us through! I will be with you and the team every step of the way!!!
GOO BRONCOS!!!!
I give a Mile High Salute to all of my Broncos Players and fellow broncos fans!! 2009 is our year boys!!!
GOO BRONCOS!!
great to hear the update on payton.all in arkansas are pulling for you.keepup the good work.
Here’s what I think about it…
I just got a new Denver Broncos jersey. It says…HILLIS #22 !!!
Go Broncos…..Go Peyton!!!
I’ll probably wait till my bday in July to get a Hillis jersey w/ my bday money…
Hillis i would just like to wish you good luck on getting better and to please PLEASE dont leave us because you are our future running back you remind me so much like terrel davis!
anyways keep up the great work and remember Denver 4 Life!!!
NEW OC I GUESS THEY REALLY ARE CLEANING HOUSE………ON BOTH SIDES OF THE BALL
HOPE THEY KNOW WHAT THEIR DOING……….BY TRYINJG TO FIX SOMETHING THAT ISNT BROKE
Hillis rocks!!!!
A modern John Riggins?
He reminds me of Riggo, can’t wait until August.
Go Broncos.
Al Wilson 4 Mayor:
As I told rev79, Carlton Powell has been around the facilities a decent amount this offseason, still working with Greek on occasion to rehab his injury, and Ryan Torain (who is also still here rehabbing) said he has hung out with him a few times to watch some playoff games. Powell certainly has potential, especially due to his big role in a solid defensive front at Virginia Tech. Certainly looking forward to seeing him in action come next season.
monodono:
The Broncos haven’t officially announced any of the assistant coaching hires yet, though those announcements could come as soon as today, and the full staff could be assembled this week. Not entirely sure on the timetable, but rest assured as soon as anything is official, DenverBroncos.com will have it posted.
Thanks for the comments and questions, keep them coming.
-Gray
Go hillis u and royal are the best of the best and football get healthy