After the team had a day off Sunday, the Broncos returned to the practice fields at Dove Valley at 10:35 a.m. Monday morning. The practice was originally scheduled to start at 2:20 p.m., but was moved up to avoid bad weather forecast for later this afternoon. The decision allowed the Broncos to practice in some of the most favorable conditions of camp, as it was 77 degrees with a light breeze blowing throughout practice. Here are some notes from the practice, which featured a number of big plays in the passing game.
For today’s trivia question, the answer comes from one of the final plays of the team’s first session of team drills. A defensive player picked off quarterback Brock Osweiler on a pass over the middle. Who made the interception?
Leave your answers in the comments section of the blog, and the answer — and winner — will be revealed at 5 p.m. MDT.
ROLL CALL
Safety Jim Leonhard (knee), safety Quinton Carter (hamstring and knee), wide receiver Tyler Grisham (knee) and linebacker Danny Trevathan (ankle) did not participate in Monday’s practice. Linebacker Keith Brooking left practice with a hamstring strain.
Defensive tackle Ty Warren was excused from practice for personal reasons.
Linebacker D.J. Williams was back in pads after not attending Saturday’s practice, and defensive tackle Justin Bannan dressed out, marking the first time in a few practices that Bannan has participated.
PLAYMAKERS
Monday’s practice featured a good bit of back-and-forth battling between cornerback Champ Bailey and wide receiver Eric Decker in a continuation of what has been one of the most compelling matchups during this year’s training camp.
- In one-on-one drills, what looked like a completion to Decker was slapped out of his hands by Bailey near the sideline. Later in the drill, Decker broke free for a touchdown. During 7-on-7′s, Decker was able to get behind Bailey and haul in a deep post route for a long completion. Arguably the most notable play between the two happened when Decker got a step on Bailey on a go route during a team drill. Quarterback Peyton Manning’s pass dropped right into Decker’s hands. Decker’s momentum carried him up the hill near the sideline, and as Decker made his way back down, Bailey gave him a thumbs-up.
- Wide receiver Demaryius Thomas enjoyed a big afternoon, making several highlight-reel catches. Thomas pulled in one touchdown reception during a red zone period on a fade route with cornerback Tracy Porter and safety Rahim Moore in coverage. A few plays later, Thomas hauled in another touchdown after faking to the outside and breaking back toward the middle of the end zone, where he was all by himself for the catch.
- Another wide receiver who played well was rookie Gerell Robinson. Robinson made a nice catch near the sideline for a touchdown during the red zone drill. Later, during a team drill, Robinson leaped to make an impressive catch along the sideline for a substantial gain.
- Quarterback Brock Osweiler used a pump fake to help freeze the defense, then fired a perfectly thrown pass to a streaking Julius Thomas, who made the reception in stride. After the play, Defensive Coordinator Jack Del Rio shouted to his defense, “Don’t fall for the pump!”
- The defensive line and linebackers won consecutive plays during a drill designed to simulate third-and-1. But on the third play, running back Lance Ball found room behind linebacker Wesley Woodyard and made the catch well beyond the first down markers.
- During a run-focused drill at the end of the practice, running backs Xavier Omon and Jeremiah Johnson both found a way to push the pile and get into the end zone for short touchdown runs.
- One of the best runs of the afternoon came from rookie running back Ronnie Hillman. Just one play after a scrum broke out during 9-on-7′s, Hillman took a carry designed to stretch toward the right sideline, stopped on a dime, and raced back toward the left side of the field, making it all the way to the end zone untouched.
The Broncos will be back on the practice fields at Dove Valley Tuesday morning at 8:50 a.m. MDT. The session is free and open to the public, with gates set to open an hour prior to the start of practice.
For a photo gallery from Monday’s practice, click below.
Tags: Training Camp 2012
My apologies to Mr. Manning and Elvis for misspelling their names. Thank you Melo and Cat for correcting me. And I also appreciate Cat’s explanation. I do blow in and out of here rather abruptly with smoke flying from my fingers.
Hola DB!
How’s your night? I’m excited for this weekends game, but that means the first round of Roster Cuts are just around the corner and I am never excited for that day… Sucks to see guys go that you enjoy!
Dreading roster cuts – I always hated it when I was a kid as well.
I have made a Fantasy Football league on ESPN 10 teams. Snake draft. Scoring is a bit different as well as the roster.
I have a few spots open if someone on here is interested. Please send me your email to mine.
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Thats a zero not a o just to be clear.
Seattle had a good game against Tenn. They won 27 – 17. Teams are really working hard at not showing their offensive schemes, but I expect more of a game this week.
I expect Hanie will appear a bit more polished this week.
I predict another win, but a lower scoring win.
Sorry its a 12 league not 10.
Given the depth on this roster, being the deepest we’ve had in years, I really like the idea this morning in the Denver Post about carrying only two QB’s, freeing up another roster spot for a position player. Of course, this all hinges on Osweiler fully gaining the confidence of both Fox and Elway, but I think he is well on his way. If Peyton goes down, it’s not like Hanie (who looks awful) would be able to replace him, so why not turn that potential negative into a positive by giving our young stud some serious regular season reps?
I realize plenty of people will contest that this would stunt the growth of the young QB, but I disagree. This is a pretty good team, with a good OL, and plenty of weapons on offense. The kid would be asked to manage the game as he settles in. We would also have Weber on the practice squad, so we could always go thy route first if we wanted. Bottom line, I think the idea of having to cut one of our promising young kids to keep Caleb Hanie on the roster make no sense.
And of course, the plan is for Peyton to play the whole season.
QB1: Peyton Manning
QB2: Brock Osweiler
PSQB: Adam Weber
Idk DB…
Manning should get more playing time and I would like to see him put up two touchdowns. I think he will strive for that for not getting one last preseason game. Then I expect that Brock would get one and probably Weber…Idk about Hanie.
I see us scoring at least 24 points but that’s just me. All of our QB’s each looked like they were 2nd string back QB potential..I just hope to see 1-2 Manning TD’s!!
Good Morning Gang!
OC and FTR………..I’m ready for some lyrics. I use cubase AI5 for my mixing. I’m still relatively new to it so I’m learning on the fly. Maybe we could colaborate via skype or something………work out some riffs. That would be fun! Let’s get some lyrics down and make it happen!
OT, I think carrying only 2 QB’s is a good idea too……with the 2nd being Os. He will learn so much more by being on the sidelines talking to PM after every series. He just has a certain moxie about him and I loved his poise in the pocket in the first game. I think it’s his job to win or lose……….and he’s only 22. What an upside! Plus, we will need that extra roster spot on D.
Had a ball game yesterday and missed the trivia again………..although after looking at the answer, there was no chance I would’ve guessed that anyways! lol
Think Champ will be lining up against TO on Saturday?
@OC
Use the FORCE!!! There is no trying there is just doing!!————Stuff like right before your fader fan brother uses the salt loosen the cap until you know it will fall off. For Darth the Dad hide all his fader shirts\Jurseys\caps before a Broncos vs fader game and do not give them back untill after the Broncos distroy the black holes team.
Live long a prosper! errr I mean May the Force be with you. LOL
ILMSDB
LONG LIVE THE NECK
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FTR
Brroncos Country:
For the newbies and returning posters. OC and KillerKod put this little dity together. Enjoy:
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FTR
Morning FTR! You crack me up man! hahaha
KK and OC
Just checked and you guys toped over 100 hits. on You Tube!!—–Remember!
Rock version opening day release. FTR productions is sure you guys can do it!! All I have to do do is type here and give support!! LOL
LONG LIVE THE NECK!!
Peace Out
FTR
We’ll get’er done!!!!
Morning KK.
Poped in this morning for a bit. I never seem to get the trivia question eather!
KK
I am sure you guys will do great. OC and you made my off season this year the best ever.
Got to get back to work. So keep us posted on how the tune is shapping up. But dont give it away. I want to log on early on Opening Day and rock out with my coffee and reading how we are going to beat the dented steal curtin.
Later.
FTR
Have a good one FTR! Looking forward to chatting with the regular “breakfast club” LMAO
and how pathetic was that game last night? LMAO I watched the first quarter and the number 1′s on both teams sucked the big one! Jacoby Ford is already in Palmer’s dog house! Those were some horrible drops! But I mean, come on…….3-0? I can’t see the D’s being that good! Some horrible, horrible O’s on display there……….makes me smile cause I HATE the Faiders and I just really enjoy seeing the cowboys look horrible.
where’s my breakfast club delinquints this morning?
DB I was being a dork and using NFL players last names to explain why you spelled them wrong. Thank Brian Quick for that one
Honestly, ESPN is reporting that Peyton plays the whole first half against Seattle and after Luck did and his INT I hope Peyton does…. Especially since I will be there!
Kod, I didn’t even watch that game. Hate both teams, couldn’t bring myself to do it… DB was sure I rayed that the game would be as horrible as it was, but I just told him that Jesus already helps both teams as much as He can! LOL
WOW…
Does this get you amped or what???
http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_21301782/peyton-manning-looks-sharp-after-denver-broncos
Freak!!! I KNOW! I can’t wait for the season to start. I’m going nuts!
Champ has been frustrated all off season? I bet he can’t wait to get in there and start picking other QB off.
Jeez, someone pee’d in this guys Broncos Cornflakes…………….talk about taking a pessimistic look at our team.
http://www.grantland.com/story/_/id/8254748/peyton-manning-enough-make-denver-contender
Kod, I read the first few paragraphs, but I can’t read anymore of that crap. That’s what it is, crap. He’s probably a Tebowmaniac with “sour grapes”
yeah, I was reading it and saying to myself,this is complete BS. Must be a Raiders fan! hahaha
Peyton is on Jim Rome’s show today, for all those who didn’t know already. 2:20 eastern I think!
http://blogs.nfl.com/2012/08/14/broncos-wr-decker-a-bunch-of-guys-do-miss-tebow/?module=HP11_headline_stack
Eric Decker is such a good public speaker. They try to walk him into corners that he should get himself in trouble and he spins it positively every single time. Love it!
Kod that guy def is a Raiders fan… what a d bag, he doesnt have the slightest idea what he is talking about!
How does he get the authority to write that stuff and put it online. I swear, that would be a great article to use to teach my students that what’s in the Internet is not always true.
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