The Broncos closed out another day of training camp at Dove Valley with an afternoon jog-through. Here are some quick hits from the session.
ATTENDANCE REPORT: The Broncos’ usual cast of veterans had the afternoon off, this included: Champ Bailey, John Lynch, Brandon Stokley, Dewayne Robertson, Ebenezer Ekuban, Darrell Jackson and Tom Nalen. Nalen was also excused from morning workouts.
“(Nalen) is such a hard-nose tough guy that he wants to go four or five days in a row, but it is rest well needed,” said Head Coach Mike Shanahan.
Montrae Holland, who hasn’t participated in the morning sessions because he has been training with Strength Coach Rich Tuten to get to his reporting weight, participated in his second jog through of camp. Holland saw time on the second offensive unit and as part of the scout team defense — the offense runs plays against itself during jog-throughs.
POSTURING FOR POSITION: The team practiced some special teams during this afternoon’s practice. Brett Kern took reps at punter, Sam Paulescu took the punting reps during the morning session, and Eddie Royal, Glenn Martinez and Marquay McDaniel rotated as the returners.
FOCAL POINTS: During the practice the team seemed to be focusing on getting its pursuit team down the field to down the ball near the goal line. The returners weren’t asked to actually field the ball but rather to keep the pursuit team from pinning the ball in deep near the endzone.
TAKE AWAYS: Kern had a booming punt that landed at the one, bounced straight up and came to rest at the 3-yard line.
Champ Bailey had the day off from practice so he decided to coach. He wasn’t coaching his fellow Broncos, he left that up to the men who get paid to do it. Instead the eight-time Pro Bowler was throwing the pigskin around and giving pointers to several of the Broncos young ball boys.
Later in practice teammates Darrell Hackney, Keary Colbert and Daniel Graham joined in the action tossing the ball around with the boys as well.
Brandon Marshall also enjoyed the light afternoon practice joking around with several of the ball boys by stealing their caps and putting them on their heads backwards and sideways.
Maybe one of the ball boys had their vengence on Marshall because for no apparent reason the receiver completed the remainer of practice, three plays, only wearing his left shoe.
After the session concluded many players stayed after for some additional reps and coaching. Marshall, still only wearing one shoe, along with fellow receivers Colbert, Darrell Jackson, Royal, Clifford Russell, Martinez and Taylor Jacobs stopped by the JUGS Machine for additional catches.
Marquand Manuel and Josh Barrett stayed after to get some additional tutelage from coaches Ronnie Bradford and Ryan Slowik.
Larry Birdine and Marcus Thomas joined teammate Jarvis Moss during his usual post-practice session with defensive line coach Jacob Burney.
Hackney and McDaniel spent time after practice playing some good old backyard pitch and catch.
That’s all there is from day five of Broncos training camp. Check in tomorrow for continued coverage. As always keep the comments comming we love hearing from all of you.
Jake Grilley, DenverBroncos.com
Tags: Brandon Marshall, Brett Kern, Champ Bailey, Jake Grilley, Jog-Through, Montrae Holland, Training Camp
Any chance you guys could ask Pittman his bicep and tricep routine? I figure the guy MIGHT, just MIGHT be able to give me some tips…..
With Montrae Holland still overweight and not practicing in the morning session. Is he endanger of getting cut from the team?
How has Spencer Larsen looked? I enjoyed reading about his collegiate stats, seems like a good kid and knack for the ball. Has he impressed or no?
I hope Holland makes the team and gets his old spot back. I think Kuper is a GREAT fit for right tackle. He reminds me a lot of a young Lepsis, maybe a little smaller but he plays hard. That was the first time in Hollands career that he wasn’t hampered by injuries, he more than proved what kind of player he can be when healthy.
thanks guys!!!!!!!!!
What is the status of Samie Parker?
Keep up the good work, Broncos. You’re laying the groundwork for success! For DenverGOONSquad, Yes! Spencer Larsen is doing a nice job.
Thanks for the great reporting guys! It’s nice to get this info. It helps me (somewhat) get my Bronco fix for now. For some reason I’m more excited for this season to start then I’ve been since Elway left. Maybe it’s ’cause we start with the dreaded Raiders and then the game I’ve been waiting for ever since Phillip Rivers started running his mouth on the sidelines last year…………..the Chargers in Denver!!! I have a feeling about that game…………………that’s the game the Broncos announce their presence to the NFL. Of course, whipping the Raiders on Monday Night Football in their crappy stadium will be a nice start too! Okay, I’m just ramblin’ now………..GO BRONCOS!
Love Marshall’s new no shoe look. Guessing that the cleats are giving him blisters?
Jake-
What are you thoughts on the punters? I’m thinking Kern’s got it, but I don’t want to call it so early…
- Ian
Sounds like things are going well in training camp. I’m really excited to see what Eddie Royal can do in the return game; and the more I hear about Matt Prater, the more I like.
Go Broncos!
We all know that Champ is a solid all around player, but not much is being said about Bly. I was not impressed last season. How has he looked so far?
I also would like to know how bly is doing..i wanna see bly and bailey to show that they are the 2 best corners in the league..all that talk last year, now they can show with the help of a great defensive line…
Excellent work with the blogs, guys! Keep up the great work!
One request:
I recently read an article about the dreaded “blaster” that the receivers coach brought out to help the players become more physical.
Any chance you could get a picture of it (while being “used” preferably). Sounds…. uh… medieval.
Thank you.
Go Broncos!
Here are some answers to a few of your questions.
BradJamesBroncoFan- Spencer Larsen has been getting his reps along with the fellow linebackers, he missed a few practices due to personal reasons but has been looking solid since returning.
hotsizzle and dabroncos27- Dre’ Bly has been a constant presence on the first-unit defense, has broken up several plays and has grabbed a couple interceptions including one during the day six morning practice… Be sure to read about Bly’s pick and all the happenings this morning in the Day 6 A.M. Blog.
And as always keep the comments coming.
-Jake