Spencer Larsen suddenly found himself thrust into the spotlight after his performance in the Broncos’ 24-20 win over the Falcons last Sunday.
After all, few people start on both offense and defense while also playing special teams.
He has now been officially rewarded for his efforts by winning Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week honors.
This is the first such award for Larsen but the third for the Broncos, as Eddie Royal has won it twice in 2008.
Larsen started at fullback and linebacker in Atlanta, and while he didn’t record any offensive stats, he did notch seven tackles on defense in his first-ever start at middle linebacker.
It’s unknown as to whether or not he’ll perform the same feat this Sunday when the Broncos face the Raiders at INVESCO Field at Mile High, but either way, his name is etched in Denver Bronco record books as the first two-way starter.
– Adam Zinser, DenverBroncos.com
Tags: Adam Zinser, Spencer Larsen, Week 12
the man!!!!
Great effort Larsen, you definitely earned it. You and your defensive teammates were able to keep a potent Atlanta offense quiet, everyone was impressed with how well the defense stood up. Keep that energy going, I hope it’s contagious! Way to go Broncos all-around, let’s keep rollin’ and keep the winning streak going…and welcome HOME this Sunday!!!!
Hey keep it up Spence i loved seein you on D u brought a spark that may have won u the starting spot.
Awesome Spence, what you did was just totally Awesome.
He’s a reminder of Romanowski, during our Superbowl Years.
Now we have a “true Mike, that can call plays”. I’m feeling warm and fuzzy
about our D now!
Go Get em Kid, its your Crown to keep, Fulfill your Destiny!!
This is awesome!!! So happy for him… just a reminder to any nay-sayers left around here – DON’T understimate a guy on this team till you give him a chance!!!! He was given a chance, took on 3 huge roles in our last game, he proved himself and now look at what he accomplished… Rookie of the week. Keep it up Larsen… give it your all!!! Congrats man
GO BRONCOS!!!!!!
Wow! Goes to show the Broncos nation has a lot of pull in this league! Now vote our guys in the Probowl. Vote, Vote, Vote!
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Congrats Larsen. I have been pulling/calling for you for a few weeks now and was not dissapointed. Keep it up
Congratulations Spencer !! A well deserved honor. You were amazing in the last game!! You have been all along as your Special Team tackles have stood out!!! Lay the wood on the Faiders!!
GO BRONCOS!!!!
Awesome…congrats Larsen!!! Well deserved…
WAY TO GO SUPERMAN!
MY JERSEY HAS BEEN ORDERED!
GO GET EM BOYS!!!
First Bronco in franchise history…. that is AMAZING!! Way to go Larsen keep it up big dog my hat’s off to you.
Congrats Spencer you deserve it. Keep up the good work and get some Raiders this Sunday.
Go Broncos!
Man that was special Way to go spench, A win sunday coubled with a charger loss , All but gives us the A,F,C, West
GO BRONCOS
Nice job, Spencer, as a UofA and a Broncos fan, you’re the best of both worlds for me . Keep up the good work against the stupid Raiders.