While I am sure most fans will be critical because their players weren't taken, the fact is no one knows if this will be looked back as a great, good, average, fair or poor draft until at least a couple of years. While I was very high on last year's draft, I will say I am more cautiously optimistic on this years draft. So with that here are what I liked or didn't like about the draft:

Like: Trading Back - I thought this was a great move, the players between say pick 25 to 45 were essentially the same as far as potential impact, and the ones from 45 to 120 were only a step below, this is where the value to the draft was.

Unlike: Compenstation - I thought we probably were too eager to move back and we could of gotten maybe an additional pick out of New England if we played our cards better. I felt like EFX were too eager to jump back and I think took the deal too soon.

Like: D-Line Upgrade: While I know many will be critical of Wolfe and Jackson, but both have the ability to play DT and DE and can play both the run and pass. They aren't as stout run defenders as say Worthy or Still, but I think Vickerson, Warren and Bannon are fine against the run.

Unlike: Brock Osweiler: He may end up being a great QB in three years, but this is supposed to be about winning now, no plan B. This pick could of went for a player who could help and contribute now.

Like: Hillman: This guy looks like a potential Darren Sproles type player. He had outstanding production at SDSU, but I understand the concern.

Unlike: Trading up for Hillman, I think he would of been there later in R3, seems like EFX got scared and jumped the gun.

Like: Omar Bolden: I had mocked him going to Denver and I think people are going to be pleasantly surprised by how good he will be, he has talent to be a very good No. 2 CB, I think this improves the secondary greatly. Easily my favorite pick of the draft.

Unlike: Phillip Blake: Sorry I am not a fan of JD Walton, but there were better C prospects available IMO at that point. Blake is 26 and has limited upside, he may push Walton, but I don't see him as an upgrade.

Like: Trevathan: Guy was second team SEC, he played against very good competition and excelled and should add good depth to the LB corps and looks like a very solid prospect. Thought this was a solid pick. I look forward to who we sign as UFA, there should be some quality guys available, hopefully we can find another Harris type player. Grades at this point are meaningless, I would say probably a B-/C+.

For those of you worried that we traded out of the 1st, take a chill pill, Elway is showing he has gained a great deal of knowledge this past year. Every scout has said the value in this draft lies in the 2nd and 3rd round as there are no great seperation between the picks from say 15 to 40 and from 40 to 100. The Broncos have psoitioned themselves very well to get great value and players that should have immediate impact. Lets look at some of the guys that should be available in the 2nd.

CB - Janoris Jenkins, N. Alabama - While his off the field troubles may have him off the draft board of some teams, he is arguably the 2nd best cover corner in the draft, he also is an excellent returnn man, he should be available late 2nd or 3rd. Don't be surprised if we make a play.

WR - Stephen Hill, Georgia Tech - This kid is the next DT, except I would say faster. Don't be shocked if Elway gets Manning this burner.

DE - Jared Crick, Nebraska - Underrated due to injury, this kid is a solid DE who can swing inside to DT on passing downs. Again, I would love to see him in the 2nd.

LB/DE - Courtney Upshaw, Alabama - He's a guy who may be seen as someone who doesn't have a roll on a defense, too slow for a LB, too small for a DE, but I know a short DE/LB named Dummervil that has done OK. All I know is he can play. Put him and Doom on the field, with Von and have a pass rushing NASCAR package similar to the Giants.

OT - Jonathan Martin, Stanford - This kid would be a huge upgrade at RT and allow Franklin to kick inside. With Manning, Elway knows it starts with the O-line. Martin makes huge amount of sense at 36.

C - Peter Konz, Wisc - The best Center prospect in the draft, he will be available at 36. While I would love this pick, mainly because I think JD Walton stinks, Konz would be a huge upgrade at pivot and provide the leader we need at center.

DT - Still Worthy, Thompson, Ta'amu - All these guys are still on the board, Poe was a huge reach by the Chiefs and will likely cost Pioli his job. Brockers is very developmental, and we weren't going to get Cox. These guys all have great value at this point, and one of these guys will be available late in the 2nd.

RB - Lamar Miller, Chris Polk, Robert Turbin - There is not that much seperation between theses guys and Martin, there will be a good RB available in the 3rd.

OG/T - Cordy Glenn - I projected that the Broncos would pick Glenn in the 1st, how he slid out of the 1st is beyond me. This guy is a dominate RT/OG that would be a huge steal if the Broncos select him in the 2nd. Kuper returning is still an unknown, Glenn at RT and Franklin at RG or LG makes this a dominate O-line with a nasty attitude.

Don't be shocked when the Broncos trade up into the 2nd or 3rd, I trust that EFX understand the value of these players and I love they are looking at best value and not falling in love with players. While I like Hightower and I would of been happy with us picking him, there is a method to the madness.

As the mock is a week away, something will happen, beacuse it happens every year, and that is at least 1/3 of the 1st rounders will likely be considered busts in their NFL career, and as the draft goes on, that percentage goes up. So with that in mind, here is my list of most likely busts and players I think the Broncos should stay away from with early picks. This of course is just my opinion, but feel free to tell me I am an idiot.

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While I am unsure what the deal is with our 5th rounder, I saw we had a conditional to Cleveland as part of the Quinn trade, but since Quinn didn't start or even throw a pass, I am not sure if we have to surrender it or not. Anways, some things I am sure of, Elway and Xanders will not draft a 1st round RB. We will pick the best player available that fits our needs, that EFX will want at least 3 starters out of this draft, we will value big school propsects, and we aren't going to make big risks in Rounds 1 throuh 3, with that lets go a mocking.

1st Round - Cordy Glenn - OT/G - Georgia - Massive man with very good movement, Glenn can become starter at RT, freeing Franklin to move to LG, assuming Kuper comes back healthy and making Beedles a backup. Instantly improves both the pass blocking and run blocking. Makes our O-line one of the youngest, biggest, and most talented in the NFL. Also protects the 96 million dollar investment.

2nd Round - Brandon Thompson - DT - Clemson - Thompson is the best pass rushing DT propsect in the draft (IMO), I am not sure why he isn't getting more love, he doesn't have the great measurables, but look at the film and he has the quick twitch penetrating DT that we need to bring pressure off Doom and Von.

3rd Round - Robert Turbin - RB - Utah State - While I like Lamichael James, I think he is likely gone at this point. Turbin is a big body back who has great pass catching ability, I think he fits nicely with what the Broncos will try to do next year on offense.

4th Round - Omar Bolden - CB - Arizona State - Bolden may get picked soomer, I am hoping he drops to here, he has 1st round talent but is coming off a knee injury. He should be recovered fully and should push for a starter role soon.

4th Round - Vontaze Burfict - MLB - Arizona State - Burfict is a frustrating prospect, he has first round talent, with 7th round brain. However, he is the most violent and instictive MLB in the draft, he struggles big time in coverage and likely would need alot of good coaching to be an every down starter, however, the Broncos need some nastiness on defense and Burfict at this point is a good risk/reward pick.

5th Round - Asa Jackson - CB - Cal Poly - A small school prospect, Jackson is very raw and didn't face elite compitition, he obviously would be a developmental propsect. But having good CB is never a bad thing. Jackson would likely be a ST for a copuple of years before challenging for a starting role.

6th Round - DeVier Posey - WR - Ohio State - Posey got caught up in the Ohio State infractions and didn't have a big year due to the suspension, QB change, and coaching change. Posey is a very good deep threat and should push for a 3rd or 4th WR slot.

Today is a day that will live forever in Broncos history, you will always remember where you were today and yesterday when you learned that Peyton Manning will be a Bronco. While I know some will doubt the direction the team took today, I am not one of them. Listening to Elway and Manning describe the process, why Manning choose the Broncos, what winning championships means to Manning, Elway, Bowlen and the Broncos gave me goose bumps. What struck me was that the acknowledgement that this signing is just the begining, that there is a tremendouos amount of work left to do. This wasn't an organization that just wanted Manning for name sake or to make a splash, this is an organization dedicated to being the best and winning championships, that football comes first then business.

To see that a high character, HOF QB of Manning predigree would pick Denver shows the class and prestige this organization holds and hopefully this signals Broncos returning to the pinnacle of the NFL. What I really loved was that Manning choose the Broncos because it gives him the best oppurtunity to be known as the greatest of all time, and Elway will do everything in his power to make that happen.

Today was a great day to be a Bronco fan, Go Broncos, time to get to work!

So with Manning on board, the time is now for the Broncos. While I appreciate what Tim Tebow has done, I can't see the Broncos keeping him or him wanting to stay here, likely relegated to 3rd string on the depth chart. With that I know there has been alot of speculation regarding the trade value of Tebow, while I don't think we would get a first round pick for Tebow, a 2nd rounder from Jacksonville who covets Tebow and needs a guy to revitalize the franchise, isn't out of the question. While it may not be a sellers market, the Broncos don't have to trade him, he isn't scheduled to make that much money this season and we can sit on him if the asking price isn't right. That being said, I think Jacksonville will pony up a 2nd rounder for Tebow, Blaine Gabbert was awful and Chad Henne is just as bad, if they don't trade for Tebow, their reamining 10 fans will revolt. So with that lets start the mock draft- Round 1 - Gordy Glenn -OG/T Georgia - With our new investment, Elway protects his investment with one of the better oline prospects in the draft. I see Glenn as RT and moving Frankin inside, with Kuper coming back from a serious injury, depth at G will be critical as Manning's true weakness is pressure up the gut. Glenn can play either RT or OG at a very high level. Round 2 (Jacksonville Pick) - Brandon Thompson - DT Clemson - I think we will resign Bunkley, but even if we don't we need a DT that can apply pressure. Thompson is the best pass rushing DT prospect (IMO) but I think he will be available in Round 2. Round 2 - Janoris Jenkins - CB N. Alabama - While Jenkins may be gone, I think his character issues push him into Round 2, while this may be a risk, at this point, Jenkins has too much talent to pass up. Hopefully his troubles are behind him, he has excellent return and ball skills and is a top 3 CB in the draft based on talent alone. Round 3 - LaMichael James - RB Oregon - James will thrive as a third down back in a Manning lead offense. This guy provides a great weapon for the Broncos and is a threat to score whenver he touches the ball. Round 4 - Nick Foles - QB Arizona - With Tebow gone and Weber as a backup, I can't see the Broncos passsing on a guy like Foles. While slow footed, he can make all the NFL throws and has the accuracy that you want from a QB. Spending a couple years backing up Manning will help Foles, as he learns from the master. Foles fits a Manning style offense to a T, and provides a good developmental propsect. Round 5 (St. Louis Pick) - Devier Posey - WR Ohio State - With the B Lloyd trade, we load up with another WR. Posey had a great Senior Bowl practice and posses great downfield ability. He provides solid depth at WR. Round 5 - Asa "Ace" Jackson - CB Cal Poly - A small school CB, Jackson is raw and didn't face elite talent, however he has sub 4.5 speed and is a fluid corner with good ball skils, he will be a developmental propsect. But should provide some depth. Round 6 - Tank Carder - OLB TCU - The Rose Bowl MVP isn't getting much hype and coming from an uncoventional defensive scheme, it is hard to evaluate Carder. Carder doesn't have eye popping measurables, but all he does is make plays. He knows how to attack a ball carrier and is a smart defender who does what is asked. Carder may not be a starter, but should provide solid depth.

Enough is enough already, look I support trying Manning to bring in Manning, this is no disrespect towards Tebow and what he has done, this is about bringing in a 4 time league MVP, 1 SB champ to make a run. But the time has come to quit cowering to Manning and the fear of the Titans. It is time for Elway to be frank and ernest with Manning and give him a an ultimatium to sign or go be Bud Adams money whore. If Manning is about winning, if he is about class, if he is about legacy, if he is about team, then he should have no problem signing with the Broncos. If Manning is about money, about spite and revenge, about his own ego, then he should sign with the Titans and I want no part of him on the Broncos. Enough with the games, Manning is smart enough to know Bud Adams is a scum bag with an ability to BS with the best of them. Manning should of been able to tell the difference between a class organization with a storied tradition, lead by a HOF QB, a great owner, and a real team versus an organization like the Titans whose claim to fame was pissing off their fan base in Houston to move to Tennessee and have no one in Houston. If Manning is about winning and SB then he should understand that signing a $100 million dollar contract would basically strap that organization the ability to support him with quality FA or resigning quality players, he need only look at how Elway took less money at the end of his career in order to sign good players so he would have a chance to win. If Manning doesn't understand it then I say let him sign with the Titans, he isn't about winning 1st. While I like the idea of Manning playing with the Broncos, I don't like it if it will bankrupt the franchise. Elway needs to allow Manning to sign elsewhere and embrace Tebow as a starter if Manning is in this only for the money, if his visits to Arizona and the Titans were a stratagy to raise the price and increase the leverage, at some point Elway needs to say enough is enough and call the bluff. We have treated Manning with respect and the organization has gone out of it's way to keep everything confidential, as opposed to the Titans. Elway needs to call the bluff.

Ok so the off season is still more than a couple of months away. Here is my two cents on what the Broncos should do or try to do in the offseason:

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Dear Santa,

I know it is getting late in the season to ask for presents, but I thought I might submit a late list with hopes of seeing these presents in April or May next year. I have to thank you for last year's presents of a new coach, operating manager, and Von Miller and a healthy Elvis Dumerville. So let me get started.

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I have been pondering the polarizing effect Tebow has had on the media, pundits, and so called experts. What has me confused is I have never seen an athlete who has shown or proven to be successful and a leader, who has generated this much disdain from the so called experts. Much of this post is my musings regarding the issue, so forgive me if it rambles somewhat, but lets go back to the beginning so to speak.

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After another crazy comeback, a 1st place rank in the AFC West, I thought it might be a good time to reflect where this team has come from. A year ago, last Monday, Josh McDaniels was fired, Studsville was named interim head coach, and this franchise was left dead in the water in the wake of wasted draft picks, poor trades, bad FA signings, a HC coach who had dismantled anything that had once resembled the franchise we all knew and loved, and a front office that was impotent to stand up to a 35 year old with a power trip. Many here saw the firing of McDaniels as the death nail of the franchise, that Mr. Bowlen would be setting this franchise back 10-years by not allowing McDaniels to remake the franchise into the Patriots west. I wasn't one that shared that vision, I commended Mr. Bowlen for realizing his mistakes and trying to fix the situation and the franchise. Step one in that process was getting a real football man in charge, to give the GM/HC a seperation of powers. Shortly after the end of a disastorous season, Mr. Bowlen called the one man he had faith in restoring the Broncos back to glory, that man being John Elway. Many cringed at the idea of putting a man with no NFL front office experience in charge, thinking it was more a move to appease fans than to actually fix the franchise. But as we soon found out, what John Elway may lack in front office experience he more than makes up for in drive, passion, and knowledge of the game he was raised in. Few seemed to understand having been raised the son of a coach and a man who would later serve as an intergral part of putting together the SB championship teams of the late 90's, Elway understands what it takes to build a winner, and the next step was getting a HC that shared Elway's vision. John Fox was not seen as many people's first choice, he was coming off coaching the only team that faired worse in 2010 than the Broncos. There was a rally cry to get a sexier choice like Gruden, or Cowher or maybe some new hot shot assistant coach, but the reality is that Elway knew that this team would be young, would need someone who had been through the battles, who understood how to win in the NFL, and who could remain calm even in bad situations, and wasn't going to demand the spotlight or the power. John Fox was the right coach. He was a coach who wanted to coach and didn't care about the press clippings or getting on TV with screaming soundbites and fist pumps, he would allow his assistants to coach and not be a dictator or micromanager. He would work in a team aspect with Elway and the GM to bring the Broncos back. And like Elway, he wants to win and win badly. Next came selection of a GM. I admit I was not sold and am still skeptical regarding Xanders remaining as GM, but I credit Elway allowing him to prove himslef without the hinderence of a guy like McD neutering the guy. And I also credit Elway to listening to his advice and working with Xanders and Fox to really form a management team and change the culture at Dove Valley. Next came the draft and the No. 2 overall pick. Elway knew the Broncos could not miss on this pick, and we needed a pick that would pay divadends right away. Hence came Von Miller, who was the most impactful front seven player to come out in a long while. Miller has quickly proven to be well worth the pick. The Broncos were saddled with few picks due to poor trades by McDaniels and Comapny but they found ways to move back and pick up additional picks. The draft obviously had alot of controversy due to not picking a DT and picking a 2nd round RT and a ton of LB's and TE's, but overall, the draft looks like a solid B, with the only real dissappointment being Rahim Moore, who looks to a be a bust at this stage. But Elway and Xanders had one dramatic philosphic change in the Bronco draft stratagy, which was no more developmental or boom or bust prospects in the 1st round, value more picks, and don't reach for need. The stratagy will pay off, as I think with each year and more scouting experience, Elway and Xanders will continue to improve their success rate with the early parts of the draft. Next came filling out the coaching staff, Fox could of easily cleaned house and brought in everyone he wanted, but he carefully reviewed the staff and kept good coaches in McCoy and Studdsville, and filled in staff on the DC, OL and other areas where there was room for improvement. That staff looks to be one of the best in the NFL currently and has been a reflection of the HC in being calm and not ego driven control freak. Fox has been described as a player's coach, but in that same vein I think he is a coach's coach, allowing his coaches to do their jobs and provding guidence and help rather than feeling like he is losing power or authority. Next came an accelerated training camp and off season due to the lockout. The staff didn't have the advanatage of installing the offense and defense through OTAs and also were saddled with the Orton/Tebow controversy. While I think Tebow should of been given a starting shot much sooner (after week one), I understand the reasoning behind keeping Orton as starer. Mainly he knew the offense, had the timing down, and could hit the ground running so to speak. He gave the Broncos a better chance to win with a conventional NFL offense. The season started off rough and this team looked destined for another dismal finish and a top 5 pick again next year. But then Fox had finally figured out that Orton was not the answer (short or long term) and decided to pull him and give Tebow the ball, and as they say the rest is history at this point. This team (IMO) still has some very serious flaws such as coverting on third downs (especially third and short), getting off to fast starts, run defense, depth at O-line/D-line and DB. But considering from where this team was a year ago, I am freaking amazed at where we have come. Granted much praise for the turnaround can be attributed to Tebow, but this truly has been a transformation of the team into a real team. Starting with management acting as a team and working together. The coaching staff working a a unit on all phases of the game and being able to adapt their schemes to fit the personnel strengths. To players being unselfish and working together for a common goal of winning games. Tebow has contributed greatly, but so to has the O-line play been improved, where would we be without McGhee and his hard running, DT, Decker, Royal and Willis all stepping up and making big plays, Von Miller obviously has been a player, but Dawkins, Dumerville and Champ stepping their games up has been huge, the other LB's (woodyard, Mays, and DJ Williams) have all played better, the much maligned D-line hasn't been perfect, but they have generally played much better than most had thought, and even the ST have been outstanding this season, and considering the influx of new players on ST and a shortened offseason, their play has been great (especially in coverage). What I am getting at is this turnaround may have been sparked by one player, but the reality is the turnaround started about a year ago this week. When what I beleive is the best owner in sports understood his mistakes and did what was right. While the tunr around isn't complete, we are so much better than where we were a year ago, we all need to say a thank you to Mr. Bowlen for having the courage to can McDaniels, pay the costs in money and bad pub for the firing, but get the team on the right tracks. Go Broncos, the journey is only begining.

I will admit I had my doubts on how successful Tebow would be this year, I had the over under on wins being 3 or 4, well, Mr. Tebow I am glad you are making my prediction look foolish.  I will not say that Tebow has defined himself as the sure fire starter for the next 10 years, but a playoff run this year cements that in my mind, especially considering that the bottomline for me has always been wins.  I had asserted that Mike McCoy was a genius and I stand by the idea, the guy is embracing what Tebow can do and finding ways to help him be successful and more importantly make the Broncos a factor in the AFC West.  I happliy am going to eat my crow.

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I have seen the comments regarding the unrest for the lack of passing attempts in the KC game, and I really have no idea why you would complain, if you are a Bronco fan or even just a Tebow fan.  I am starting to believe that Mike McCoy may have been Josh McDaniels greatest hire and that Fox knows what the hell he was doing in retaining this guy.

 

Lets look at the past few games to see why I love how McCoy is developing into I think one if not the best OC in the national football league.

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Is Mike McOy a genius or just lucky?

5%

Genius - He will be a HC soon

8 votes

12%

Got lucky - Oakland over looked us and KC stinks

18 votes

81%

A little of both

114 votes

140 votes | Poll has closed

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In a plea to all of us who are Broncos fans first and foremost, let me say it's time to take the discussion back to what matters, and that is next week's game against the hated Raiders.

 

For one week, let this quit being the freaking Tim Tebow sideshow known as the Broncos and let's focus on the freaking football game.  I don't know about you, but the last time I remember beating the Raiders is too long ago.  So let me expound upon the hate.

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I am puzzled at the angst of letting B. Lloyd go. Look, the guy had one godd season for a piss poor team.  This is not a Rod Smith, Ed McCaffrey type player, hell I wouldn't even say he is as good as Brandon Marshall or even Eddie Royal.  Lloyd has talent for making some circus type catches, but he lacks elite break away speed or quickness, as most times he has to make a spectacular catch because he is covered pretty well most times.  He complains the offense is too conservative and maybe is afarid of getting hit more because Tebow is now the starter, seems like the great WR's in the Broncos past never had issues with taking a hit, laying a block, and playing in a run dominated offense and being part of a winning team.  The fact is, the Lloyd, like BM and the other prima dona WR's of today care about two things, money and stats, team and winning are low on the totem pole for these cats.  Do you think Elway who got to play with Rod and Ed and Shannon would really want to pay a guy who decides he wants a trade because he isn't getting enough deep passes. 

I really could care less about B. Lloyd and him wanting a paycheck, good luck in St. Louis, McD has obviuosly done wonders with that juggernaught offense.  I want guys that want to work and are team first.  Lloyd was basically brought in off the scrap heap and provided another oppurtunity to get paid by the Broncos and he rewards the Broncos with I want to get traded because I ain't getting the ball downfield and now my best buddy is on the bench, so screw you Denver.  Well, B. Lloyd..don't let the door hit you in the rear on the way out, and careful for what you wish for, because you might just regret it.  You might want to ask how BM is doing with the trade to Miami and how that worked out for him, the dude was almost cut this offseason.  So enjoy your paycheck you get next year, you can thank Mr. Bowlen and McD for getting that to you.  It's just so heartening to see a player who was left for dead in this league stab the organization that resurrected his career cry his way out of town.  

For all those who will point at the latest Broncos effort and scream it's Tebow time.  For all those who wanted Tebow starting from preseason.  And for all of us that want something more from the QB position in Denver.  Do not throw your disdain at Fox, McCoy, Elway, Orton or anyone else in the Broncos organization, throw your anger at the only person who deserves it...Tim Tebow.

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Zaheer Webb Highlights - Jr Season (2010) (via FuManTV)

I saw this reported on Scouts, although no workd on Rivals website, however, Scouts is reporting that Zaheer Webb of Lake HS in Washinton has committed to the Buffs (verbally), he is listed as a DT/C at 6' 3" and 320 lbs, so definately a big man at this stage.  He is listed as a 2 star recruit by Scout and no stars from Rivals, Scouts list that CU was the only offer, although other interest from OSU, UW and Utah.  I hadn't seen this posted anywehere here, so I apologize if this has been brought up previously.

 Attached are his highlites from his junior year, I wouldn't call him explosive, definately a space eater type guy.  Looks like a natural for a NT position, which if the Buffs continue with a 3-4, we probably need.  I am not sure he would translate well as a zone blocking type player, so I think he would play Defense for the Buffs, although I thought Nembot would also be a natural DE, so I may be full of it.

Let me say that I am not a Tebow guy, I am not an Orton guy, I am not a Quinn guy.  I am a guy who wants the starting Bronco QB to be able to elevate this team to a playoff contender and SB champion.  I held out hope that Orton could elevate his game from last year, become a better QB, lead the Broncos to a winning season.  With a new and hopefully better defense, a commitment to the running game, this team looked to at least contend for a playoff spot.  But after the latest failure to the Raiders, the obvious faults of Orton are on display.

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#57 Keenan Mace Lindenwood NFL Prospect (via kmace57LU)

I know Terrell Pryor is getting alot of attention regarding the supplemental draft, but there are a couple of intriguing prosepcts that may be worth a shot in the draft.  More after the jump

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In the world of who will fall next, Yahoo sports revelations that the University of Miami super booster, ponzi scheme mastermind, and general scumbag Nevin Shapiro had been paying off players with money, gifts and whores for the better part of a decade, the term death penalty is rearing it’s head.  I don’t see this having that much affect on CU, but I am curious what the other members hear think will happen as far as Miami getting a death penalty, which I think may have a possibility of happening, especially considering that the former AD of Miami was the head of the NCAA board of infractions when they handed down the penalties to USC for the Reggie Bush and OJ Mayo violations.  I am sure USC will be pushing to destroy the U and basically get their revenge on Miami.

 

Who do you think will be the next school hit – we have seen USC, Ohio State, UNC, and now Miami either get hit hard or will likely be facing some huge penalties soon.   Oregon may also be on that list sooner with the recruitment issues in Texas.

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Which Big Time School will be next to get hit by the NCAA

54%

Oregon

30 votes

9%

Texas

5 votes

7%

Oklahoma

4 votes

12%

Alabama

7 votes

1%

Florida

1 votes

1%

LSU

1 votes

10%

Nebraska

6 votes

1%

Other- Explain below

1 votes

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Reports are that Texas A & M will be leaving for the SEC with a deal done before labor day.  The SEC also has eyes on Mizzou (why I have no idea) other than maybe the St. Louis TV market, to me Kansas would be the better fit and increase the basketball power of the conference (KU and UK both in the final four would be a scary thought), and alos get the KC TV market.  What does this mean for the newly formed PAC-12?

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I know there are no guarentees or other grand predictions you can make after one game.  But I thought I would give it a try..10 kool aid flavored predictions

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I have seen Kyle Orton displeasure with the fans wanting Tim Tebow and I thought I might send the man some friendly advice from a past QB from the Broncos who wore Number 7, and it’s not who you think.

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I have seen the consternation in Bronco Country regarding the DT situation, and though this has been somewhat said before, I think it bears repeating.  Time to relax and realize that the Elway/Fox and I will through Xanders in the equation, team, have a plan and they know what they are doing and in the end it will be OK.  They have looked closely at the failures of Shanahan and McDaniels and will not follow the same road of reaching in drafts, overpaying for questionable Free Agents, and they will build this team from within.

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