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| Seahawks release 22, including ex-starters Russell, Lewis |
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09/05/2009 |
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| year-old Russell has 16 interceptions in seven season spent with the Vikings (2002-04), Browns (2005-06) and Seahawks (2006-07). Lewis played 62 games in two different stints with the Seahawks (2002-06, 2008), also playing in 2007 as a member of the Denver Broncos. But a revamped linebacking corps, one that now includes first-round draft choice Aaron Curry at one of the outside spots, may have conspired in keeping the 30-year-old Lewis on the outside looking in. Also released on Saturday were Jamar Adams, def |
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| Broncos release final 12, add Holliday to get to 53 |
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09/05/2009 |
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| Englewood, CO (MySportsbook) - Defensive linemen Tim Crowder and Nic Clemons were among the players listed on the Denver Broncos' final list of cuts, while veteran end Vonnie Holliday was added to the roster as the team established its 53-man roster. Crowder, the team's second-round choice in the 2007 draft, and Clemons, a 16- game starter last season, were caught on the wrong side of a shifting defensive philosophy for the Broncos. Denver is transitioning from what was largely a 4-3 scheme under Mike Shan |
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| Bengals Cut Ex-Starters Blackstock, White, 18 More |
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09/05/2009 |
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| f the team in the 2009 draft. In other moves, the team placed wide receiver/return specialist Antonio Chatman on season-ending injured reserve with an ankle injury, and he will join tight end Matt Sherry (shoulder), who cleared waivers and reverted to that list on Tuesday. Additionally, rookie tackle Andre Smith remains with the team on a roster exemption, and does not count against the 53 limit. The exemption expires on Sept. 14. Cincinnati will open its season on Sept. 13, when it hosts the Denver Broncos. |
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| Broncos slaying suspect's trial delayed |
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09/04/2009 |
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DENVER (AP) -A trial for the suspect in the slaying of Denver Broncos cornerback Darrent Williams will be held after the NFL season to give defense attorneys time to interview NFL players who are witnesses in the case. Denver District Judge Christina Habas made her ruling Friday. The defendant, Willie Clark, faces first-degree murder charges in the shooting death of Williams on New Year's Day 2007. Williams' trial had been set for Oct. 13 but is now scheduled for Feb. 22. During the hearing, a handcu |
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| Brandstater stars as Broncos beat Cardinals in last preseason game |
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09/04/2009 |
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| Denver, CO (MySportsbook) - Tom Brandstater threw for 187 yards on 16-of-30 efficiency to lead the Denver Broncos in a 19-0 rout of the Arizona Cardinals in the final preseason game for both clubs. Brandstater got he majority of the playing time with Chris Simms and Kyle Orton sitting and nursing injuries. Darius Walker rushed for 68 yards and a score on 21 touches for the Broncos (1-3), who open the regular season on September 13 at Cincinnati. Brandon Lloyd gained 58 yards on three catches. Tyler Palko w |
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| Arizona lineman Elton Brown ejected |
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09/03/2009 |
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DENVER (AP) -Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Elton Brown was flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct and ejected after bumping an official on the final play of the first half Thursday night against the Denver Broncos. The contact with the official appeared inadvertent. Brown apparently was carrying his argument toward an opposing player when he bumped into referee Mike Carey. Brown is listed as a backup guard on the Cardinals depth chart.Copyright © 2005 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. |
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| Chiefs' Gailey out as offensive coordinator |
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08/31/2009 |
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| eran was also an NFL offensive coordinator for the Miami Dolphins under then head coach Dave Wannstedt in 2000 and 2001, and had also been the head coach of the Dallas Cowboys for the 1998 and 1999 seasons. He guided Dallas to a mark of 18-14, including an NFC East title and playoff appearance in his first campaign. Gailey also served in a variety of roles with the Denver Broncos between 1985-90, and also saw time as wide receivers coach and offensive coordinator under Bill Cowher in Pittsburgh from 1994-97. |
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| Broncos QB Orton leaves |
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08/30/2009 |
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| Denver, CO (MySportsbook) - Denver Broncos quarterback Kyle Orton left Sunday's 27-17 preseason loss to the Chicago Bears after suffering a cut to his right index finger in the second quarter. On a pass play, Orton's right hand appeared to connect with Bears defensive end Adewale Ogunleye on the follow-through. He then saw his bloody finger, went over to the sideline and left the field. The Broncos termed it an "upper extremity" injury. Orton was 12-for-16 for 96 yards before leaving. |
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| Broncos' Marshall suspended |
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08/28/2009 |
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| Englewood, CO (MySportsbook) - Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall has been suspended for the remainder of the preseason by the club for conduct detrimental to the team, it was announced Friday. At a press conference later in the day, first-year head coach Josh McDaniels said the suspension will carry through to September 5. The Broncos' final preseason game is on September 3 against Arizona, while their season-opener is September 13 at Cincinnati. McDaniels explained that the suspension was levi |
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| Philadelphia Eagles 2009 Season Preview |
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08/27/2009 |
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| 28, six weeks after the Eagles were ousted by the surprising Arizona Cardinals in the NFC Championship Game. On the opening day of the league's free agency period, longtime safety and franchise icon Brian Dawkins signed a five-year contract with the Denver Broncos, a move that sent the local fans and media contingent into a frenzy of shock and anger towards the organization for allowing such an act to take place. Outrage would quickly turn into jubilation, however, when Philadelphia acquired All-Pro offensive |
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