2008 weekly press release Preseason Game #4 • Denver (1-2) at Arizona (2-1) Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 • 7 p.m. MST UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX STADIUM (65,000) • Glendale, Arizona

Issue Date: Sunday, Aug. 24, 2008 MEDIA RELATIONS CONTACT INFORMATION BRONCOS WRAP UP PRESEASON AGAINST ARIZONA FOR FIFTH YEAR IN A ROW Jim Saccomano (303) 649-0572 [email protected] Patrick Smyth (303) 649-0536 [email protected] In their final tune-up before the regular season, the Denver Dave Gaylinn (303) 649-0512 [email protected] Broncos (1-2) close out the 2008 Rebecca Villanueva (303) 649-0598 [email protected] preseason on the road against the Erich Schubert (303) 649-0503 [email protected] (2-1) on Friday. Kickoff at University of Phoenix WWW.DENVERBRONCOS.COM/MEDIAROOM Stadium is set for 7 p.m. MST, and the game will be televised locally on KCNC-TV (CBS 4). The Denver Broncos have a media-only Web site, which was creat- The Broncos will end their preseason against the Cardinals for the ed to assist accredited media in their coverage of the Broncos. By fifth consecutive year and travel to Arizona after losing 27-24 at going to www.DenverBroncos.com/Mediaroom, members of the home to Green Bay in their most recent action on Aug. 22. Denver press will find complete statistical packages, press releases, rosters, starters played only the first two quarters, helping the club to a 17- updated bios, transcripts, injury reports, game recaps, news clippings, 13 halftime lead and scoring on all three possessions while limiting the Packers to 31 rushing yards on 12 attempts (2.6 avg.). photos and much more. The 2008 Broncos Media Guide is available in PDF format on the media Web site as well as a complete archive of Denver faces a Cardinals squad that posted a 24-0 victory at Oakland in its last game on Aug. 23. Arizona, which has won its last gamebooks and flip cards for every game in franchise history. two games, held the Raiders to 2.9 yards per play (56-165) in earn- ing the shutout win. BRONCOS 2008 SCHEDULE In their last nine preseason finales dating back to 1999, the Broncos are 8-1 and have averaged 27.7 points per game. Denver, PRESEASON which has won its last three exhibition finales, owns an average Wk. Day Date Opponent Site Time/Result TV/Rec. scoring margin of +13.7 in its last preseason contest of the year 1 Sat. Aug. 9 at Houston Reliant Stadium L, 19-16 0-1 since the 1999 campaign. 2 Sat. Aug. 16 DALLAS INVESCO Field at Mile High W, 23-13 1-1 3 Fri. Aug. 22 GREEN BAY INVESCO Field at Mile High L, 27-24 1-2 Through the first half of their opening three preseason games, the 4 Fri. Aug. 29 at Arizona University of Phoenix Stadium 7 p.m. MST CBS 4 Broncos have outscored their opponents 38-33 and outgained them REGULAR SEASON 600-467 (+133) yards. Denver also has posted a 40-28 (+12) lead Wk. Day Date Opponent Site Time/Result TV/Rec. in first downs and a 52:56-37:04 (+15:52) time-of-possession 1 Mon. Sept. 8 at Oakland McAfee Coliseum 7:15 p.m. PDT ESPN advantage in the first half this preseason. 2 Sun. Sept. 14 INVESCO Field at Mile High 2:15 p.m. MDT CBS Jay Cutler has led Denver to points (5 TDs, 1 FG) on 3 Sun. Sept. 21 NEW ORLEANS INVESCO Field at Mile High 2:05 p.m. MDT FOX 4 Sun. Sept. 28 at Kansas City Arrowhead Stadium 12 p.m. CDT CBS six of the 10 drives he has started this preseason while registering 5 Sun. Oct. 5 TAMPA BAY INVESCO Field at Mile High 2:05 p.m. MDT FOX the best completion percentage (69.8) and second-best passer rat- 6 Sun. Oct. 12 JACKSONVILLE INVESCO Field at Mile High 2:05 p.m. MDT CBS ing (117.6) among NFL qualifiers. He has benefited from the pass 7 Mon. Oct. 20 at New England Gillette Stadium 8:30 p.m. EDT ESPN blocking of a Broncos offensive line that leads the league in fewest 8 Bye sacks allowed (1) and sack percentage per pass play (1.0). 9 Sun. Nov. 2 MIAMI INVESCO Field at Mile High 2:05 p.m. MST CBS The Broncos’ offense also has shown the ability to drive long dis- 10 Thu. Nov. 6 at Cleveland Stadium 8:15 p.m. EST NFLN tances to score with the club’s six drives 11 Sun. Nov. 16 at Atlanta Georgia Dome 1 p.m. EST CBS 12 Sun. Nov. 23 OAKLAND INVESCO Field at Mile High 2:05 p.m. MST CBS this preseason averaging 75.7 yards. 13 Sun. Nov. 30 at Giants Stadium 1 p.m. EST CBS Defensively, the Broncos rank ninth in the league in both yards per 14 Sun. Dec. 7 KANSAS CITY INVESCO Field at Mile High 2:05 p.m. MST CBS rush (3.5) and rushing yards per game (101.3) allowed. 15 Sun. Dec. 14 at Carolina Bank of America Stadium 1 p.m. EST CBS 16 Sun. Dec. 21 BUFFALO INVESCO Field at Mile High 2:05 p.m. MST CBS TELEVISION AND RADIO INFORMATION at ARIZONA 17 Sun. Dec. 28 at San Diego Qualcomm Stadium 1:15 p.m. PST CBS TELEVISION: CBS (KCNC-TV - Channel 4): Gary Miller (play-by- 2008 AFC WEST PRESEASON STANDINGS play) and Reggie Rivers (color commentary) will call the game while Team W L T PF PA Home Road AFC NFC DIV Streak Tim Ring will be reporting from the sidelines. Vic Lombardi will host San Diego 1 1 0 37 24 1-0 0-1 0-0 1-1 0-0 Lost 1 the broadcast. Denver 1 2 0 63 59 1-1 0-1 0-1 1-1 0-0 Lost 1 LOCAL RADIO: KOA Radio (850 AM): Dave Logan (play-by-play) Kansas City 1 2 0 41 71 0-1 1-1 0-1 1-1 0-0 Lost 2 and David Diaz-Infante (color commentary) will call the game while Oakland 1 2 0 34 47 1-1 0-1 0-1 1-1 0-0 Lost 2 Alan Roach will report from the sidelines. DENVER AT ARIZONA — 1 — FRIDAY, AUG. 29, 2008 broncos 2008 weekly release GAME INFORMATION

BRONCOS AT CARDINALS — POINTS OF INTEREST BRONCOS/CARDINALS 2008 COMPARISON The Broncos own a 13-5 all-time record against the Cardinals in the pre- BRONCOS CARDINALS season, including a 5-3 mark on the road... The Arizona franchise is Denver’s Record ...... 1-2 ...... 2-1 second-most common preseason opponent (San Francisco, 32 gms.)... Division Standing ...... T-2nd ...... T-2nd Denver will end its preseason against the Cardinals for the fifth consecutive NFL Offensive Ranking ...... 14th ...... 23rd season Friday, a streak that ties for the longest of its kind in club history (also Offense-Points Per Game ...... 21.0 ...... 20.3 ended vs. that franchise five years in a row from 1990-94)... The Cardinals Possession Average ...... 31:10 ...... 28:42 are the Broncos’ most common opponent in preseason finales (10 meetings Total Net Yards Per Game ...... 317.0 ...... 272.0 / 6-4 record)... The Broncos, who are 25-23 (.521) all-time in preseason Net Rushing Yards Per Game ...... 118.3 ...... 118.0 finales, are 8-1 in their last nine preseason finales (wins in last three) and Net Passing Yards Per Game ...... 198.7 ...... 154.0 have averaged 27.7 points per game along with a +13.7 scoring margin in Had Intercepted/Yards Lost ...... 3/71 ...... 3/21 those contets... In the regular season, Denver is 7-0-1 all-time against the Cardinals (3-0-1 on the road)... Denver’s .788 (20-5-1) overall winning per- Sacks Allowed/Yards Lost ...... 1/2 ...... 10/49 centage against the Cardinals in all games is its best against any opponent Field Goals/FGA ...... 7/9 ...... 2/2 (min. 10 gms.)... Head Coach owns a 40-19 (.678) presea- NFL Defensive Ranking ...... 18th ...... 14th son record with Denver (1995-Pres.), including a 16-12 (.571) mark on the Defense-Points Per Game ...... 19.7 ...... 13.7 road... In the first half this preseason, Denver has outscored its opponents Defense-Total Net Yards Per Game . . . . .308.0 ...... 297.7 38-33, outgained them 600-467 (+133), posted a 40-28 (+12) lead in first Defense-Rushing Yards Per Game ...... 101.3 ...... 101.7 downs and held a 52:56-37:04 (+15:52) time-of-possession advantage... The Defense-Passing Yards Per Game ...... 206.7 ...... 196.0 average length of Denver’s six touchdown drives this preseason is 75.7 Defense-Intercepted by/Yards ...... 1/32 ...... 2/96 yards—The Broncos have posted a pair of 90+yard touchdown drives, Defense-Sacks For/Yards ...... 5/20 ...... 10/84 including a 99-yarder... Denver leads the NFL in fewest sacks allowed (1) and Punts-Average Yards (Gross) ...... 45.3 ...... 45.3 sack percentage per pass play (1.0)—The Broncos’ first-string offensive line Punts-Average Yards (Net) ...... 34.4 ...... 36.4 has yet to allow a sack... Broncos QB Jay Cutler leads the NFL in completion Returns-Average Per ...... 5.8 ...... 6.4 percentage (69.8) and is second in the league in passer rating (117.6) among Punt Returns-Average Per Allowed ...... 13.0 ...... 10.3 qualifiers—Cutler has led the Broncos to points on six of the 10 drives that Kickoff Returns-Average Per ...... 23.9 ...... 29.7 he has started (5 TDs, 1 FG)... Cutler, who has accounted for four touch- Kickoff Returns-Average Per Allowed . . . . .27.0 ...... 34.1 downs (3 passing, 1 rushing) this preseason, has not thrown an intercep- Penalties Against/Yards ...... 23/181 ...... 20/155 tion... WR leads Denver in every receiving category while /Lost ...... 2/0 ...... 6/0 tying for sixth in the league in receiving yards (139) and first in receiving Opponent Fumbles/Lost ...... 2/1 ...... 3/1 touchdowns (2)... Denver K Matt Prater has placed 14-of-16 (87.5%) kick- offs in the , including eight touchbacks, and has pinned 15-of-16 BRONCOS CARDINALS kickoffs inside the 5-yard line—He has averaged 69.8 yards per kickoff... PASSING YARDS Prater is third in the NFL in scoring (27 pts.) and has made 7-of-9 Cutler ...... 352 St. Pierre ...... 220 attempts (.778)... Broncos P (NFL-best 51.4 gross / 31.8 net) and Ramsey ...... 169 Leinart ...... 177 P Sam Paulescu (50.3 gross / 39.7 net) are battling for a roster spot... Denver Hackney ...... 77 Warner ...... 94 CB Domonique Foxworth and LB Wesley Woodyard (CFA, Kentucky) are tied for 12th in the league in tackles (15)... The Broncos and Cowboys practiced RUSHING YARDS four times in a two-day period in Englewood, Colo., leading up to their pre- Hall ...... 113 Hightower ...... 103 season game this year, marking the first time a club has visited Denver to Pittman ...... 90 Arrington ...... 92 practice in the preseason since 1996 (Carolina)... Denver held its training Young ...... 81 James ...... 51 camp at its facility in Englewood, Colo., for the sixth consecutive year in 2008—The club practiced 33 times (27 full squad, 6 special teams) before RECEIVING YARDS breaking camp on Aug. 15... Notable veteran additions to the Broncos in the Marshall ...... 139 Breaston ...... 85 offseason include LB Boss Bailey, WR Darrell Jackson, LB Niko Koutouvides, Royal ...... 80 Castille ...... 83 S Marlon McCree, RB Michael Pittman, DT Dewayne Robertson and C Casey Russell ...... 57 Urban ...... 70 Wiegmann... Cutler begins his third NFL season in 2008—Since being POINTS SCORED named Denver’s starter in Week 13 of the 2006 season, he has totaled the Prater ...... 27 Hightower ...... 18 10th-most passing yards (4,498) in the NFL... Marshall had the third-most receptions (102-1,325 yds.) by a second-year player in NFL history in 2007, Marshall ...... 12 Rackers ...... 13 finishing second in club annals for receptions in a season and fifth in the Four Players ...... 6 Five Players ...... 6 league for the year... CB Champ Bailey has made the in each of the last eight years—That streak is the longest in NFL history at the J. Williams ...... 1 Dansby ...... 1 position, and his eight overall Pro Bowl selections tie for the second most at Keyes ...... 1 the position in NFL history (Pro Football Hall of Famer Mike Haynes has nine)... DE , who had 12.5 sacks in 2007, ranks sixth in the SACKS league with 21 sacks since being drafted in 2006... RB in 2007 Dumervil ...... 2.0 Haggans ...... 2.0 posted the third-most rushing yards (729) by an undrafted rookie in NFL his- Beck, Morton* ...... 1.0 LaBoy ...... 2.0 tory (common draft era)... LB D.J. Williams led the AFC (2nd in NFL) with Peterson ...... 1.0 Tafoya ...... 2.0 141 tackles in 2007 according to NFL.com stats... The Broncos last year extended their streak of ranking among the league’s top-10 rushing teams * - Not on club’s current roster (122.3 / 9th) for the eighth year in a row (longest active streak in NFL). DENVER AT ARIZONA — 2 — FRIDAY, AUG. 29, 2008 broncos 2008 weekly release GAME INFORMATION

2008 TEAM COMPARISON - OTHER KEY AREAS BRONCOS/CARDINALS COACHING COMPARISON CATEGORY (NFL RANK) BRONCOS CARDINALS MIKE SHANAHAN KEN WHISENHUNT 3rd Down Offense 42.9% (7) 44.7% (6) YR. AS AN NFL HEAD COACH: 16th 2nd 3rd Down Defense 42.5% (24) 45.7% (28t) YR. AS TEAM’S HEAD COACH: 14th 2nd Red Zone Offense—TD Pct. 45.5% (12t) 62.5% (4) OVERALL YR. IN NFL: 25th 12th Red Zone Defense—TD Pct. 45.5% (16) 27.3% (5) OVERALL YR. WITH TEAM: 21st 2nd Takeaways 2 (26t) 3 (19t) NFL COACHING CAREER Giveaways 3 (5t) 3 (5t) REG. SEASON RECORD: 138-90-0 (.605) 8-8-0 (.500) Turnover Ratio -1 (19t) +/-0 (14t) POSTSEASON RECORD: 8-5 (.615) 0-0 (.000) OVERALL RECORD: 146-95-0 (.606) 8-8-0 (.500) BRONCOS/CARDINALS SERIES BREAKDOWN WITH CURRENT TEAM (PRESEASON) REG. SEASON RECORD: 130-78 (.625) 8-8-0 (.500) POSTSEASON RECORD: 8-5 (.615) 0-0 (.000) Series Meetings: 18 OVERALL RECORD: 138-83-0 (.624) 8-8-0 (.500) Broncos Record: 13-5-0 (Home: 8-2 / Away: 5-3 / Neutral: 0-0) AGAINST OPPONENT First Game: Den. 26, at Stl. 16 (8/15/70) REG. SEASON RECORD: 4-0-0 (1.000) 0-0-0 (.000) Last Game: at Den. 21, Ari. 3 (8/30/07) POSTSEASON RECORD: 0-0 (1.000) 0-0 (.000) Current Streak: Won 3 OVERALL RECORD: 4-0-0 (1.000) 0-0-0 (.000) Longest Den. Win Streak: 5 (8/18/73 – 8/31/90) AGAINST OPP. HEAD COACH Longest Ari. Win Streak: 3 (8/23/91 – 8/27/93) REG. SEASON RECORD: 0-0-0 (.000) 0-0-0 (.000) Last Den. Home Win: at Den. 21, Ari. 3 (8/30/07) POSTSEASON RECORD: 0-0 (.000) 0-0 (.000) Last Den. Home Loss: Ari. 33, at Den. 21 (9/2/04) OVERALL RECORD: 0-0-0 (.000) 0-0-0 (.000) Last Den. Road Win: Den. 29, at Ari. 23 (8/31/06) Last Den. Road Loss: at Phx. 34, Den. 9 (8/27/93) Den. Shutouts: None Ari. Shutouts: None Most Den. Points: 38, 2x, last (8/14/99): at Den. 38, Ari. 7 Most Ari. Points: 34, 2x, last (8/27/93): at Phx. 34, Den. 9 NFL SCHEDULE - PRESEASON WEEK 4 Total Den. Points: 414 Total Ari. Points: 332 Thursday, August 28 Average Den. Points: 23.0 Detroit at Buffalo ...... 6:30p (ET) Average Ari. Points: 18.4 Jacksonville at Washington ...... (NBC) 7:00p (ET) Largest Den. Win: 31 (8/14/99): at Den. 38, Ari. 7 Atlanta at Baltimore ...... 7:30p (ET) Largest Ari. Win: 25 (8/27/93): at Phx. 34, Den. 9 Carolina at Pittsburgh ...... 7:30p (ET) Most Pts., Both Teams: 55 (8/18/73): at Den. 38, Stl. 17 Fewest Pts., Both Teams: 22 (8/13/77): at Den. 15, Stl. 7 Chicago at Cleveland ...... 7:30p (ET) Cincinnati at Indianapolis ...... 7:00p (ET) Miami at New Orleans ...... 7:00p (CT) Minnesota at Dallas ...... 7:00p (CT) New England at NY Giants ...... 7:00p (ET) KEY UPCOMING DATES NY Jets at Philadelphia ...... 6:30p (ET) Tuesday, Aug. 26: Roster cut to maximum of 75 players on St. Louis at Kansas City ...... 7:00p (CT) active list by 2 p.m. MDT. Tampa Bay at Houston ...... 7:00p (CT) Tennessee at Green Bay ...... 7:00p (CT) Saturday, Aug. 30: Roster cut to maximum of 53 players on active/inactive lists by 2 p.m. MDT. Friday, August 29 Denver at Arizona ...... 7:00p (MST) Sunday, Aug. 31: Clubs may establish of eight players after 10 a.m. MDT. Oakland at Seattle ...... 7:00p (PT) San Diego at San Francisco ...... 7:00p (PT) Sept. 4-8: Regular season begins.

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BRONCOS/CARDINALS BRONCOS/CARDINALS 2007 COMPARISON ALL-TIME RESULTS (PRESEASON) BRONCOS CARDINALS Date W/L Score Site Record ...... 7-9 ...... 8-8 Aug. 15, 1970 W at Denver 26, St. Louis 16 Mile High Stadium Division Standing ...... 2nd (AFCW) . . .2nd (NFCW) NFL Offensive Ranking ...... 11th ...... 12th Aug. 19, 1972 L at St. Louis 17, Denver 13 Busch Stadium Offense-Points Per Game ...... 20.0 ...... 25.3 Aug. 18, 1973 W at Denver 38, St. Louis 17 Mile High Stadium Possession Average ...... 29:09 ...... 30:10 Sept. 14, 1975 W at Denver 21, St. Louis 17 Mile High Stadium Total Net Yards Per Game ...... 346.3 ...... 344.1 Aug. 28, 1976 W Denver 21, at St. Louis 17 Busch Stadium Net Rushing Yards Per Game ...... 122.3 ...... 90.0 Aug. 13, 1977 W at Denver 15, St. Louis 7 Mile High Stadium Net Passing Yards Per Game ...... 224.0 ...... 254.1 Aug. 31, 1990 W at Denver 25, Phoenix 14 Mile High Stadium Had Intercepted/Yards Lost ...... 15/229 ...... 24/380 Aug. 23, 1991 L at Phoenix 34, Denver 10 Sun Devil Stadium Sacks Allowed/Yards Lost ...... 32/175 ...... 24/163 Aug. 28, 1992 L Phoenix 21, at Denver 17 Mile High Stadium Field Goals/FGA ...... 27/31 ...... 21/30 Aug. 27, 1993 L at Phoenix 34, Denver 9 Sun Devil Stadium NFL Defensive Ranking ...... 19th ...... 17th Defense-Points Per Game ...... 25.6 ...... 24.9 Aug. 25, 1994 W at Denver 30, Arizona 21 Mile High Stadium Defense-Total Net Yards Per Game . . . . .336.0 ...... 330.2 Aug. 14, 1999 W at Denver 38, Arizona 7 Mile High Stadium Defense-Rushing Yards Per Game ...... 142.6 ...... 97.9 Aug. 5, 2000 W Denver 31, at Arizona 17 Sun Devil Stadium Defense-Passing Yards Per Game ...... 193.4 ...... 232.3 Aug. 24, 2002 W Denver 19, at Arizona 13 Sun Devil Stadium Defense-Intercepted by/Yards ...... 14/105 ...... 18/551 Sept. 2, 2004 L Arizona 33, at Denver 21 INVESCO Field at Mile High Defense-Sacks For/Yards ...... 33/203 ...... 36/242 Sept. 2, 2005 W Denver 30, at Arizona 21 Sun Devil Stadium Punts-Average Yards (Gross) ...... 43.8 ...... 40.0 Aug. 31, 2006 W Denver 29, at Arizona 23 Cardinals Stadium Punts-Average Yards (Net) ...... 36.3 ...... 32.0 Aug. 30, 2007 W at Denver 21, Arizona 3 INVESCO Field at Mile High Punt Returns-Average Per ...... 9.1 ...... 9.4 Punt Returns-Average Per Allowed ...... 10.8 ...... 13.1 BRONCOS/CARDINALS SERIES BREAKDOWN Kickoff Returns-Average Per ...... 22.3 ...... 22.7 (REGULAR SEASON) Kickoff Returns-Average Per Allowed . . . . .23.0 ...... 23.2 Penalties Against/Yards ...... 90/610 . . . .137/1,128 Series Meetings: 8 Fumbles/Lost ...... 30/14 ...... 27/12 Broncos Record: 7-0-1 (Home: 4-0 / Away: 3-0-1) Opponent Fumbles/Lost ...... 34/16 ...... 23/11 First Game: Den. 17, at Stl. 17 (11/4/73) Last Game: Den. 37, at Ari. 20 (12/17/06) BRONCOS CARDINALS PASSING YARDS Current Streak: Won 7 Cutler ...... 3,497 Warner ...... 3,417 Longest Den. Win Streak: 7 (9/18/77 - 12/17/06) Ramsey ...... 262 Leinart ...... 647 Longest Ari. Win Streak: None Rattay* ...... 164 Last Den. Home Win: at Den. 37, Ari. 7 (12/29/02) Last Den. Home Loss: None RUSHING YARDS Young ...... 729 James ...... 1,222 Last Den. Road Win: Den. 37, at Ari. 20 (12/17/06) Henry* ...... 691 Arrington ...... 78 Last Den. Road Loss: None Hall ...... 216 Leinart ...... 42 Den. Shutouts: 2, last (12/16/89): Den. 37, at Phx. 0 Ari. Shutouts: None RECEIVING YARDS Most Den. Points: 38, 2x, last (9/23/01): Den. 38, at Ari. 17 Marshall ...... 1,325 Fitzgerald ...... ,1,409 Stokley ...... 635 Boldin ...... 853 Most Ari. Points: 19 (12/15/91): at Den. 24, Phx. 19 Scheffler ...... 549 Bry. Johnson* ...... 528 Total Den. Points: 235 Total Ari. Points: 86 POINTS SCORED Average Den. Points: 29.4 Elam* ...... 114 Rackers ...... 110 Average Ari. Points: 10.8 Marshall ...... 42 Fitzgerald ...... 60 Largest Den. Win: 37 (12/16/89): Den. 37, at Phx. 0 Scheffler, Stokley ...... 30 Boldin ...... 54 Largest Ari. Win: None INTERCEPTIONS Most Pts., Both Teams: 57 (12/17/06): Den. 37, at Ari. 20 Bly ...... 5 Rolle ...... 5 Fewest Pts., Both Teams: 7 (9/18/77): at Den. 7, Stl. 0 Bailey ...... 3 Hood ...... 5 Paymah ...... 2 Dansby ...... 3 SACKS Dumervil ...... 12.5 Dockett ...... 9.0 Crowder ...... 4.0 Pace* ...... 6.5 Mallard ...... 3.5 A. Smith* ...... 5.5 * - Not on club’s current roster

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2007 TEAM COMPARISON - OTHER KEY AREAS BRONCOS ALL-TIME YEAR-BY-YEAR RECORDS CATEGORY (NFL RANK) BRONCOS CARDINALS YEAR PRESEASON REG. SEASON PLAYOFFS 3rd Down Offense 40.4% (15) 36.9% (21) 1960 ...... 0-5 ...... 4-9-1 ...... 0-0 3rd Down Defense 42.7% (27) 40.1% (17) 1961 ...... 1-4 ...... 3-11 ...... 0-0 Red Zone Offense—TD Pct. 49.0% (21) 68.0% (3) 1962 ...... 2-2 ...... 7-7 ...... 0-0 Red Zone Defense—TD Pct. 57.4% (24) 50.9% (13) 1963 ...... 2-3 ...... 2-11-1 ...... 0-0 1964 ...... 2-3 ...... 2-11-1 ...... 0-0 Takeaways 30 (11t) 29 (15t) 1965 ...... 1-4 ...... 4-10 ...... 0-0 Giveaways 29 (14t) 36 (27t) 1966 ...... 1-3 ...... 4-10 ...... 0-0 Turnover Ratio +1 (13t) -7 (22t) 1967 ...... 3-1 ...... 3-11 ...... 0-0 1968 ...... 1-4 ...... 5-9 ...... 0-0 BRONCOS/CARDINALS ALL-TIME RESULTS 1969 ...... 1-4 ...... 5-8-1 ...... 0-0 (REGULAR SEASON) 1970 ...... 3-2 ...... 5-8-1 ...... 0-0 Date W/L Score Site 1971 ...... 1-4 ...... 4-9-1 ...... 0-0 Nov. 4, 1973 T Denver 17, at St. Louis 17 Busch Stadium 1972 ...... 2-3 ...... 5-9 ...... 0-0 Sept. 18, 1977 W at Denver 17, St. Louis 0 Mile High Stadium 1973 ...... 2-3 ...... 7-5-2 ...... 0-0 1974 ...... 4-2 ...... 7-6-1 ...... 0-0 Dec. 16, 1989 W Denver 37, at Phoenix 0 Sun Devil Stadium 1975 ...... 3-3 ...... 6-8 ...... 0-0 Dec. 15, 1991 W at Denver 24, Phoenix 19 Mile High Stadium 1976 ...... 5-2 ...... 9-5 ...... 0-0 Nov. 5, 1995 W at Denver 38, Arizona 6 Mile High Stadium 1977 ...... 5-1 ...... 12-2 ...... 2-1 (S.B. loss) Sept. 23, 2001 W Denver 38, at Arizona 17 Sun Devil Stadium 1978 ...... 2-2 ...... 10-6 ...... 0-1 Dec. 29, 2002 W at Denver 37, Arizona 7 INVESCO Field at Mile High 1979 ...... 3-1 ...... 10-6 ...... 0-1 Dec. 17, 2006 W Denver 37, at Arizona 20 University of Phoenix Stadium 1980 ...... 2-2 ...... 8-8 ...... 0-0 COMMON TO END WITH CARDINALS 1981 ...... 2-2 ...... 10-6 ...... 0-0 1982 ...... 4-0 ...... 2-7 ...... 0-0 The Broncos will end their preseason against the Cardinals for the fifth 1983 ...... 3-1 ...... 9-7 ...... 0-1 consecutive season on Friday night in Arizona. Denver’s current five- 1984 ...... 3-1 ...... 13-3 ...... 0-1 year streak of facing the same opponent in its preseason finale ties for 1985 ...... 2-2 ...... 11-5 ...... 0-0 the longest of its kind in club history—The Broncos also played the 1986 ...... 2-2 ...... 11-5 ...... 2-1 (S.B. loss) Cardinals in their final preseason game for five years in a row from 1987 ...... 3-2 ...... 10-4-1 ...... 2-1 (S.B. loss) 1990-94. 1988 ...... 3-1 ...... 8-8 ...... 0-0 Friday’s game also marks the Broncos’ 11th overall preseason finale 1989 ...... 2-2 ...... 11-5 ...... 2-1 (S.B. loss) played against Arizona, which is Denver’s most common opponent in 1990 ...... 3-2 ...... 5-11 ...... 0-0 its final exhibition game. Denver is 6-4 all-time against Arizona in pre- 1991 ...... 2-3 ...... 12-4 ...... 1-1 season finales. 1992 ...... 1-4 ...... 8-8 ...... 0-0 MOST COMMON BRONCOS PRESEASON FINALE OPPONENTS 1993 ...... 2-2 ...... 9-7 ...... 0-1 Team No. Record 1994 ...... 2-3 ...... 7-9 ...... 0-0 1. Arizona Cardinals 10 6-4 (.600) 1995 ...... 3-2 ...... 8-8 ...... 0-0 2. Oakland Raiders 6 2-4 (.333) 1996 ...... 3-1 ...... 13-3 ...... 0-1 6 5-1 (.833) 1997 ...... 3-2 ...... 12-4 ...... 4-0 (S.B. win) 4. 4 1-3 (.250) 4 1-3 (.250) 1998 ...... 3-1 ...... 14-2 ...... 3-0 (S.B. win) 1999 ...... 3-2 ...... 6-10 ...... 0-0 2000 ...... 4-0 ...... 11-5 ...... 0-1 2001 ...... 3-1 ...... 8-8 ...... 0-0 2002 ...... 3-1 ...... 9-7 ...... 0-0 2003 ...... 3-1 ...... 10-6 ...... 0-1 2004 ...... 2-3 ...... 10-6 ...... 0-1 2005 ...... 4-0 ...... 13-3 ...... 1-1 2006 ...... 3-1 ...... 9-7 ...... 0-0 2007 ...... 2-2 ...... 7-9 ...... 0-0 2008 ...... 1-2 ...... 0-0 ...... 0-0 TOTAL . .120-104 (.536) . .378-336-10 (.529) . . . .17-15 (.531)

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TRACKING DENVER’S 2008 PRESEASON OPPONENTS Opponent Date/Result ‘08 Rec. LAST GAME THIS WEEK Houston L, 19-16 2-1 Lost at Dallas, 23-22 (Aug. 22) vs. Tampa Bay (Aug. 28) Dallas W, 23-13 1-2 Won vs. Houston, 23-22 (Aug. 22) vs. Minnesota (Aug. 28) Green Bay L, 27-24 1-2 Won at Denver, 27-24 (Aug. 22) vs. Tennessee (Aug. 28) Arizona Aug. 29 2-1 Won at Oakland, 24-0 (Aug. 23) vs. Denver (Aug. 29) Combined 2008 preseason record of opponents: 6-6 (.500) / Combined ‘07 regular-season record of opponents: 42-22 (.656)

BRONCOS IN PRESEASON FINALES IMPRESSIVE WINNING PCT. VS. ARIZONA The Broncos own a 25-23 (.521) all-time record in preseason finales, The Broncos’ .788 winning percentage off a 20-5-1 overall record posting a 14-10 home mark, an 8-10 away mark and a 3-3 record at (7-0-1 reg., 0-0 post., 13-5 pre.) against Arizona marks their best neutral sites in these games. record against any opponent (min. 10 games) in regular season, Under Head Coach Mike Shanahan (1995-Pres.), the Broncos are 9-4 postseason and preseason play combined. (.692) in preseason finales. Denver is 6-2 (.750) in home preseason Arizona (7-0-1) also joins Carolina (2-0) as one of two teams that finales and 3-2 (.600) in such contests on the road with Shanahan the Broncos have never lost to in regular-season play. as head coach. BRONCOS BEST RECORDS VS. AN OPPONENT FINISHING ON A GOOD NOTE REGULAR SEASON, POSTSEASON AND PRESEASON (MIN. 10 GMS.) Team Record Pct. The Broncos have won eight of their last nine preseason finales, 1. Arizona 20-5-1 .788 averaging 27.7 points in those contests and posting an average 2. Cleveland 20-6-0 .769 point differential of +13.7. Denver enters Friday’s game having won 3. Cincinnati 19-9-0 .679 4. Seattle 40-19-0 .678 its last three preseason finales. 5. Atlanta 12-6-0 .667 Below is a look at Denver’s recent success in its final preseason game. BRONCOS ON FRIDAYS DENVER’S LAST NINE PRESEASON FINALES This week’s game at Arizona marks the Broncos’ second consec- Date W/L Score Margin utive preseason game played on a Friday with the club having also Sept. 3, 1999 W at Denver 34, San Fran. 3 +31 lost at home to Green Bay 27-24 on Friday, Aug. 22. Those two Aug. 25, 2000 W at Denver 28, San Fran. 24 +4 games mark the first time since 1993 that the Broncos will play Aug. 31, 2001 W at Denver 35, San. Fran. 7 +28 Aug. 29, 2002 W at Denver 31, Seattle 9 +22 two Friday games in the same preseason. Aug. 29, 2003 W at Denver 20, Seattle 3 +17 The Broncos are 21-25 all-time in Friday preseason games and, Sept. 2, 2004 L Arizona 33, at Denver 21 -12 despite losing their last two such games, have won seven of their Sept. 2, 2005 W Denver 30, at Arizona 21 +9 last nine Friday exhibition games. Aug. 31, 2006 W Denver 29, at Arizona 23 +6 Under Head Coach Mike Shanahan (1995-Pres.), the Broncos are Aug. 30, 2007 W at Denver 21, Arizona 3 +18 7-4 on Fridays in the preseason. TOTALS 8-1 DEN. 249, OPP. 126 +123 AVERAGES DEN. 27.7, OPP. 14.0 +13.7 LAST NINE BRONCOS PRESEASON GAMES PLAYED ON FRIDAY Date Opponent Result CARDINALS A FREQUENT PRESEASON OPPONENT Aug. 14, 1998 vs. New Orleans W, 17-10 Sept. 3, 1999 vs. San Francisco W, 34-3 Friday’s game against the Cardinals will mark Denver’s 19th all- Aug. 25, 2000 at San Francisco W, 28-24 time preseason game against the club. Arizona is the Broncos’ sec- Aug. 31, 2001 vs. San Francisco W, 35-7 Aug. 29, 2003 vs. Seattle W, 20-3 ond-most common preseason opponent in club history behind San Aug. 27, 2004 vs. Houston W, 31-17 Francisco (32 games). Sept. 2, 2005 at Arizona W, 30-21 Aug. 11, 2006 at Detroit L, 20-13 MOST COMMON BRONCOS OPPONENTS, ALL PRESEASON GAMES Aug. 22, 2008 vs. Green Bay L, 27-24 Team No. Record 1. San Francisco 49ers 32 18-14 (.563) 2. Arizona Cardinals 18 13-5 (.722) 3. 13 7-6 (.538) Indianapolis Colts 13 7-6 (.538)

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TRACKING DENVER’S 2008 REGULAR-SEASON OPPONENTS Opponent Date/Result ‘08 Rec. LAST GAME THIS WEEK Oakland Sept. 8, Nov. 23 1-2 Lost vs. Arizona, 24-0 (Aug. 23) at Seattle (Aug. 29) San Diego Sept. 14, Dec. 28 1-1 Lost at St. Louis, 7-6 (Aug. 16) vs. Seattle (Aug. 25) New Orleans Sept. 21 2-1 Won at Cincinnati, 13-0 (Aug. 23) vs. Miami (Aug. 28) Kansas City Sept. 28, Dec. 7 1-2 Lost at Miami, 24-0 (Aug. 23) vs. St. Louis (Aug. 28) Tampa Bay Oct. 5 2-1 Lost vs. Jacksonville, 23-17 (Aug. 23) at Houston (Aug. 28) Jacksonville Oct. 12 2-1 Won at Tampa Bay, 23-17 (Aug. 23) at Washington (Aug. 28) New England Oct. 20 0-3 Lost vs. Philadelphia, 27-17 (Aug. 22) at N.Y. Giants (Aug. 28) Miami Nov. 2 2-1 Won vs. Kansas City, 24-0 (Aug. 23) at New Orleans (Aug. 28) Cleveland Nov. 6 0-3 Lost at Detroit, 26-6 (Aug. 23) vs. Chicago (Aug. 28) Atlanta Nov. 16 1-2 Won vs. Tennessee, 17-3 (Aug. 22) at Baltimore (Aug. 28) N.Y. Jets Nov. 30 2-1 Won vs. N.Y. Giants, 10-7 (Aug. 23) at Philadelphia (Aug. 28) Carolina Dec. 14 2-1 Won vs. Washington, 47-3 (Aug. 23) at Pittsburgh (Aug. 28) Buffalo Dec. 21 1-1 Won vs. Pittsburgh, 24-21 (Aug. 14) at Indianapolis (Aug. 24) Combined 2008 preseason record of opponents: 20-25 (.444) / Combined 2007 regular-season record of opponents: 114-142 (.445)

SHANAHAN IN THE PRESEASON DENVER FIRST-TEAMERS During his 14 seasons as the Broncos’ head coach, Mike ENJOYING SOLID PRESEASON Shanahan has positioned Denver with the league’s best in the pre- Through three preseason games, the Broncos’ first-team offense season. Denver owns a 40-19 record in the preseason under and defense have fared well against their opponents. In the first half Shanahan since 1995, marking a .678 winning percentage that is this preseason, the Broncos own a 600-467 (+133) advantage in the best by a coach in club history. total yards, a 40-28 (+12) lead in first downs and a 52:56-37:04 The Broncos are 22-6 (.786) at home, 16-12 (.571) on the road (+15:52) time-of-possession advantage. and 2-1 (.667) at neutral sites in the preseason under Shanahan. FIRST HALF COMPARISON, 2008 PRESEASON CAREER WINNING PERCENTAGE BY Category Broncos Opponents BRONCOS HEAD COACHES IN THE PRESEASON Points 38 33 Head Coach Years Record Total Yards 600 467 1. Mike Shanahan 1995-Pres. 40-19-0 (.678) Rushing Yards 225 111 2. Red Miller 1977-80 12-6-0 (.667) Passing Yards 375 356 3. Dan Reeves 1981-92 30-22-0 (.577) First Downs 40 28 4. John Ralston 1972-76 16-13-0 (.552) Time of Possession 52:56 37:04 5. Wade Phillips 1993-94 4-5-0 (.444) 6. Jack Faulkner 1962-64 6-8-0 (.429) GOING THE DISTANCE FOR TDS 7. Lou Saban 1967-71 9-15-0 (.375) 8. Mac Speedie 1965-66 2-7-0 (.222) The Broncos’ offense has shown the ability to drive long distances 9. Frank Filchock 1960-61 1-9-0 (.100) for touchdowns this preseason with the club’s six touchdown drives covering an average distance of 75.7 yards. Denver has posted touchdown drives of 99, 90, 80, 74, 65 and 46 yards through three preseason games. The Broncos registered their 99-yard touchdown drive in their most recent game against Green Bay on Aug. 22, covering that distance in 16 plays (8:29) for Nate Jackson’s 7-yard touchdown catch. Denver’s opponents have been forced to travel an average of only 44.2 yards on their five touchdown drives this year. BRONCOS AVERAGE TOUCHDOWN DRIVE LENGTH, 2008 PRESEASON Game TD Drives Total Distance Avg. LG at Hou. (8/9) 1 74 74.0 74 vs. Dal. (8/16) 2 155 77.5 90 vs. G.B. (8/22) 3 225 75.0 99 TOTALS 6 454 75.7 99

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BRONCOS BLOCKERS HOLDING THE LINE 2008 NFL PRESEASON STANDINGS The Broncos’ starting offensive line, which consists of two tackles AFC East ( and Ryan Harris) in their first year as starters along Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div AFC NFC with one second-year starter (RG ), has yet to allow a Mia. 2 1 0 .667 49 31 1-1 1-0 0-0 2-0 0-1 sack through three preseason games. NYJ 2 1 0 .667 44 40 1-1 1-0 0-0 1-0 1-1 As a team, the Broncos did not allow a sack through the first Buf. 1 1 0 .500 38 38 1-0 0-1 0-0 1-0 0-1 seven quarters of the preseason. The streak was snapped in the N.E. 0 3 0 .000 42 70 0-2 0-1 0-0 0-1 0-2 fourth quarter vs. Dallas on Aug. 16 when quarterback Darrell AFC North Hackney was sacked by Cowboys defensive end Marcus Smith. Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div AFC NFC That takedown was the only sack allowed by Denver this presea- Pit. 2 1 0 .667 49 44 1-0 1-1 0-0 0-1 2-0 son. The Broncos lead the NFL in sack percentage (1.0) and fewest Bal. 1 2 0 .333 41 62 0-1 1-1 0-0 1-0 0-2 sacks allowed (1) during the preseason. Cin. 1 2 0 .333 30 57 0-2 1-0 0-0 0-0 1-2 FEWEST SACKS PER PASS PLAY, NFL, 2008 PRESEASON Cle. 0 3 0 .000 60 87 0-1 0-2 0-0 0-1 0-2 Team Sacks Yds. Pass Plays Pct. 1. Denver 1 2 96 1.0 AFC South 2. San Francisco 2 10 105 1.9 Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div AFC NFC 3. Houston 2 12 87 2.3 Hou. 2 1 0 .667 72 66 1-0 1-1 0-0 1-0 1-1 4. Detroit 2 16 84 2.4 Jac. 2 1 0 .667 57 53 1-1 1-0 0-0 0-1 2-0 5. Philadelphia 5 31 136 3.7 Ten. 2 1 0 .667 54 46 2-0 0-1 0-0 1-0 1-1 Under Head Coach Mike Shanahan (1995-Pres.), the fewest sacks Ind. 1 2 0 .333 52 62 0-0 1-2 0-0 0-0 1-2 allowed by the Broncos in the preseason is two, which the club gave AFC West up through four exhibition games in 1998. Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div AFC NFC S.D. 1 1 0 .500 37 24 1-0 0-1 0-0 0-0 1-1 FEWEST SACKS ALLOWED, BRONCOS, PRESEASON, 1995-PRES. Year Gms. Sacks Yds. Den. 1 2 0 .333 63 59 1-1 0-1 0-0 0-1 1-1 1. 1998 4 2 17 K.C. 1 2 0 .333 41 71 0-1 1-1 0-0 0-1 1-1 2. 2000 4 5 41 Oak. 1 2 0 .333 34 47 1-1 0-1 0-0 0-1 1-1 3. 2006 4 6 28 NFC East 2002 4 6 44 Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div NFC AFC 2008 3 1 2 Was. 3 1 0 .750 63 87 2-0 1-1 0-0 0-1 3-0 CUTLER IN THE PRESEASON Phi. 2 1 0 .667 61 46 1-0 1-1 0-0 1-0 1-1 Dal. 1 2 0 .333 53 76 1-0 0-2 0-0 0-0 1-2 In five quarters of work (10 possessions) during the 2008 presea- NYG 1 2 0 .333 54 57 1-0 0-2 0-0 0-1 1-1 son, Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler has registered the best com- pletion percentage (69.8) and second-best passer rating (117.6) in NFC North the NFL among qualifiers. Cutler has completed 30-of-43 passes for Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div NFC AFC 352 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions. Det. 3 0 0 1.000 66 26 2-0 1-0 0-0 1-0 2-0 The quarterback also has added one rushing score as part of two G.B. 1 2 0 .333 50 78 0-1 1-1 0-0 0-1 1-1 carries for 21 yards in the preseason and has not given up a sack. Min. 1 2 0 .333 50 61 0-2 1-0 0-0 0-1 1-1 Chi. 0 3 0 .000 76 90 0-2 0-1 0-0 0-2 0-1 BEST PASSER RATING, NFL, 2008 PRESEASON NFC South (minimum 14 attempts per team’s games played) Player Att. Comp. Pct. Yds TD INT Rtg. Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div NFC AFC 1. , N.O. 46 32 69.6 386 4 0 124.0 Car. 2 1 0 .667 83 47 2-0 0-1 0-0 1-1 1-0 2. Jay Cutler, Den. 43 30 69.8 352 3 0 117.6 N.O. 2 1 0 .667 64 41 0-1 2-0 0-0 1-0 1-1 3. Brett Ratliff, NYJ 43 29 67.4 451 3 1 115.6 T.B. 2 1 0 .667 61 39 1-1 1-0 0-0 0-0 2-1 4. Matt Schaub, Hou. 48 33 68.8 382 3 0 113.4 Atl. 1 2 0 .333 43 39 1-1 0-1 0-0 0-0 1-2 5. Donovan McNabb, Phi. 54 34 63.0 375 2 0 95.8 NFC West JAY CUTLER, 2008 PRESEASON GAME-BY-GAME Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div NFC AFC Game G/S W/L Att. Cmp. Pct. Yds. TD INT Rtg. Sea. 2 0 0 1.000 63 43 1-0 1-0 0-0 2-0 0-0 at Hou. (8/9)* 1/1 L 10 8 80.0 59 0 0 91.3 Ari. 2 1 0 .667 61 41 0-1 2-0 0-0 0-1 2-0 vs. Dal. (8/16) 1/1 W 20 16 80.0 178 1 0 120.4 Stl. 2 1 0 .667 44 50 2-0 0-1 0-0 0-0 2-1 vs. G.B. (8/22) 1/1 L 13 6 46.2 115 2 0 117.0 TOTALS 3/3 1-2 43 30 69.8 352 3 0 117.6 S.F. 2 1 0 .667 77 54 1-0 1-1 0-0 2-0 0-1 * - Also scored on a 15-yard touchdown run

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CUTLER DRIVE BREAKDOWN 2007 NFL FINAL REGULAR-SEASON STANDINGS Through three preseason games, third-year Broncos quarterback AFC East Jay Cutler has been one of the league’s most productive offensive Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div AFC NFC players. *- N.E. 16 0 0 1.000 589 274 8-0 8-0 6-0 12-0 4-0 Cutler has led Denver to points in six of the 10 drives he has start- Buf. 7 9 0 .438 252 354 4-4 3-5 4-2 6-6 1-3 ed, helping the club to five touchdowns and one field goal. He has NYJ 4 12 0 .250 268 355 3-5 1-7 2-4 4-8 0-4 accounted for four of those five touchdowns himself, throwing Mia. 1 15 0 .063 267 437 1-7 0-8 0-6 1-11 0-4 three scoring passes and adding one rushing touchdown. AFC North JAY CUTLER DRIVE CHART, 2008 PRESEASON Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div AFC NFC Game Total Drives Scoring Drives TDs FGs z- Pit. 10 6 0 .625 393 269 7-1 3-5 5-1 7-5 3-1 at Hou. (8/9) 2 1 1 0 Cle. 10 6 0 .625 402 382 7-1 3-5 3-3 7-5 3-1 vs. Dal. (8/16) 5 2 2 0 Cin. 7 9 0 .438 380 385 5-3 2-6 3-3 6-6 1-3 vs. G.B. (8/22) 3 3 2 1 Bal. 5 11 0 .313 275 384 4-4 1-7 1-5 2-10 3-1 TOTALS 10 6 5 1 AFC South CUTLER COMPLETES FIRST 12 PASSES VS. DALLAS Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div AFC NFC z- Ind. 13 3 0 .813 450 262 6-2 7-1 5-1 9-3 4-0 Quarterback Jay Cutler set the tone for Denver’s 23-13 win against y- Jac. 11 5 0 .688 411 304 6-2 5-3 2-4 8-4 3-1 Dallas on Aug. 16 by completing his first 12 passes to five different y- Ten. 10 6 0 .625 301 297 5-3 5-3 4-2 7-5 3-1 receivers, helping the Broncos take a 14-0 lead. The streak covered Hou. 8 8 0 .500 379 384 6-2 2-6 1-5 5-7 3-1 142 yards and included one touchdown, giving the third-year play- AFC West er a 143.8 rating. Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div AFC NFC The streak was the longest of his career—In 2007, the quarter- z- S.D. 11 5 0 .688 412 284 7-1 4-4 5-1 9-3 2-2 back had two 11-pass completion streaks (vs. Min., 12/30/07 and Den. 7 9 0 .438 320 409 5-3 2-6 3-3 6-6 1-3 vs. Jac., 9/23/07). In addition, Cutler’s 12 completions in a row K.C. 4 12 0 .250 226 335 2-6 2-6 2-4 3-9 1-3 marked the longest such streak by a Bronco in any game since Oak. 4 12 0 .250 283 398 2-6 2-6 2-4 4-8 0-4 Jake Plummer completed 16 consecutive passes vs. Det. (9/28/03). NFC East Below is a look at Cutler’s 12 completions in a row against the Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div AFC NFC Cowboys. *- Dal. 13 3 0 .813 455 325 6-2 7-1 4-2 3-1 10-2 y- NYG 10 6 0 .625 373 351 3-5 7-1 3-3 3-1 7-5 JAY CUTLER’S 12-PASS COMPLETION STREAK, VS. DALLAS, 8/16/08 y- Was. 9 7 0 .563 334 310 5-3 4-4 3-3 2-2 7-5 Qtr. Time Dwn, Yards Player Phi. 8 8 0 .500 336 300 3-5 5-3 2-4 3-1 5-7 1 14:36 1-20 DEN 25 12 WR Marshall NFC North 1 13:58 2-8 DEN 37 35 WR Royal Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div AFC NFC 1 12:57 2-2 DAL 20 4 WR Marshall z- G.B. 13 3 0 .813 435 291 7-1 6-2 4-2 4-0 9-3 1 12:15 1-10 DAL 16 2 FB Sapp Min. 8 8 0 .500 365 311 5-3 3-5 3-3 2-2 6-6 1 11:00 3-9 DAL 15 8 WR Stokley Det. 7 9 0 .438 346 444 5-3 2-6 3-3 3-1 4-8 1 0:57 1-10 DEN 28 6 TE Jackson Chi. 7 9 0 .438 334 348 4-4 3-5 2-4 3-1 4-8 2 15:00 1-10 DEN 41 32 WR Royal NFC South 2 14:22 1-10 DAL 27 18 WR Marshall 2 13:02 2-3 DAL 3 3t WR Marshall Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div AFC NFC 2 11:28 1-10 DEN 10 6 WR Marshall z- T.B. 9 7 0 .563 334 270 6-2 3-5 5-1 1-3 8-4 2 10:24 3-2 DEN 18 5 TE Jackson Car. 7 9 0 .438 267 347 2-6 5-3 3-3 0-4 7-5 2 9:14 2-4 DEN 29 11 WR Stokley N.O. 7 9 0 .438 379 388 3-5 4-4 3-3 1-3 6-6 TOTALS 12-FOR-12 142 YDS., 1 TD, 0 INT 143.8 RTG. Atl. 4 12 0 .250 259 414 3-5 1-7 1-5 1-3 3-9 Cutler finished Denver's game against Dallas completing 16-of-20 NFC West (80.0%) passes for 178 yards with one touchdown for a 120.4 Team W L T Pct PF PA Home Road Div AFC NFC passer rating. He was replaced at halftime. z- Sea. 10 6 0 .625 393 291 7-1 3-5 5-1 2-2 8-4 Ari. 8 8 0 .500 404 399 6-2 2-6 3-3 3-1 5-7 S.F. 5 11 0 .313 219 364 3-5 2-6 3-3 1-3 4-8 Stl. 3 13 0 .188 263 438 1-7 2-6 1-5 0-4 3-9 * - Clinched Division and Homefield Advantage; y - Clinched Wild Card; z - Clinched Division

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CUTLER IN PRESEASON OPENERS NOTES FROM THE BRONCOS’ LAST GAME: Although he has seen only limited action in preseason openers GREEN BAY 27, at DENVER 24 (8/22/08) during his three-year career, Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler has By holding the Packers without a sack, the Broncos’ starting offen- fared well in the first exhibition game of the season, a trend he con- sive line has now gone three consecutive games without allowing a tinued with his play at Houston on Aug. 9. He has accounted for a sack—Denver has allowed just one sack in the preseason... After touchdown in two of his three openers (1 passing, 1 rushing) and leading Denver to points (2 TDs, 1 FG) on all three of its first-half has a combined passer rating of 106.9 in preseason openers. drives against Green Bay, QB Jay Cutler has led the Broncos to JAY CUTLER IN PRESEASON OPENERS, CAREER points on six (five touchdowns, one field goal) of the 10 drives he Game G/S W/L Att. Cmp. Pct. Yds. TD INT Rtg. has started this preseason... The Broncos’ three passing touch- at Det. (8/11/06) 1/0 L 22 16 72.7 192 1 0 114.2 downs vs. Green Bay were their highest single-game total in the at S.F. (8/13/07) 1/1 W 2 1 50.0 24 0 0 93.8 preseason since their 2006 preseason finale at Arizona (8/31/06) at Hou. (8/9/08)* 1/1 L 10 8 80.0 59 0 0 91.3 when they also had three passing scores... Denver held Green Bay TOTALS 3/2 1-2 34 25 73.5 275 1 0 106.9 * - Also scored on a 15-yard touchdown run to 2.9 yards per rush for the game, allowing 94 yards on 32 rush- es—In the first half, the Broncos gave up just 31 rushing yards on MARSHALL LEADS DENVER IN 12 attempts (2.6 avg.)... Offensively, the Broncos averaged 4.7 EVERY RECEIVING CATEGORY yards (28-131) per rush, an average that included a 6.1-yard mark (15-91) in the first half.... Broncos TE Nate Jackson started for the Through three preseason games, Brandon Marshall second consecutive game at tight end, and he finished the contest leads the Broncos in receptions (10), receiving yards (139) and receiv- with two catches for 18 yards with a 7-yard touchdown... WR ing touchdowns (2). Among the four Denver players with at least five Brandon Marshall’s 71 receiving yards (two catches) were the most catches, Marshall’s 13.9-yard receiving average also ranks first. receiving yards in a game by a Bronco this preseason and included In Denver’s most recent game against Green Bay on Aug. 22, he a 49-yard touchdown grab from Cutler... K Matt Prater connected on hauled in a 49-yard touchdown and added a 22-yard grab for 71 his lone field goal attempt (40 yds.) to improve to 7-of-9 on field total receiving yards. goal attempts for the preseason (.778)... Broncos CB Champ Bailey Marshall is tied for sixth in the league with 10 catches while his made his preseason debut against the Packers and finished the two receiving scores tie with several players for the NFL high. game with one solo tackle... RB Michael Pittman scored his first MOST RECEPTIONS, NFL, 2008 PRESEASON touchdown as a member of the Broncos with a 9-yard touchdown Player Rec. Yds. Avg. LG TDs reception from QB in the fourth quarter... Pittman 1. DeSean Jackson, Phi. 16 189 11.8 23 0 totaled six catches for 25 yards and one touchdown to go along with Billy McMullen, Was. 16 197 12.3 37 0 3. Dominique Zeigler, S.F. 14 148 10.6 16 1 10 rushes for 36 yards... Ramsey started the second half and played 4. Kevin Walter, Hou. 13 166 12.8 27 2 all but Denver’s final series of the game (QB Darrell Hackney)... 5. David Anderson, Hou. 11 146 13.3 43 1 Ramsey completed 10-of-16 (62.5%) passes for 70 yards with one 6. Brandon Marshall, Den. 10 139 13.9 49 2 touchdown and one in five series of action... With his Michael Jenkins, Atl. 10 88 8.8 19 0 first-quarter sack, Broncos DE Elvis Dumervil now has a sack in , Cin. 10 108 10.8 18 1 consecutive preseason games... With the loss, the Broncos drop to ROYAL IMPRESSES DURING PRESEASON 6-3 all-time against the Packers in the preseason... The loss was only Denver’s sixth home preseason defeat under Head Coach Mike Broncos rookie wide receiver , selected by the club in Shanahan (1995-Pres.), whose record in home preseason games as the second round (42nd overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft, has been the Broncos’ head coach stands at 22-6 (.786)... Following its game one of Denver’s most-talked about young players during the 2008 against Green Bay, Denver is now 9-5 in its second-to-last presea- preseason. son game under Shanahan... SS Marquand Manuel started in place Royal has earned a starting spot at wide receiver opposite of SS Hamza Abdullah (injured)... LB Jamie Winborn started in Brandon Marshall and has opened all three of Denver’s preseason place of LB Boss Bailey (injured)... C Casey Wiegmann started in games. With his start against Houston on Aug. 9, he became the place of C (injured)... TE Nate Jackson started in place of first Broncos rookie to start a preseason opener at the wide TE Daniel Graham (injured)... Broncos P Brett Kern was called upon receiver position in club history. for both of Denver’s punts, finishing with a 50.0-yard average with The Tech University product has caught four passes for a long of 59... For the second game in a row, CB Domonique 80 yards for a 20.0-yard average in his three games of action. Foxworth led the Broncos in defensive tackles with six (all solo)... Having posted receptions of 35 and 32 yards, Royal joins Marshall On special teams, rookie S Josh Barrett posted a team-high two as the only Broncos with multiple 20+yard catches this preseason. stops (back-to-back punts)... The Broncos finished the game with a -1 turnover ratio, posting zero takeaways and one giveaway (INT) that led to a Packers touchdown.

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CLADY MAKES IMMEDIATE IMPACT PUNTING BATTLE Tackle Ryan Clady, whom the Broncos selected with the 12th over- Brett Kern and Sam Paulescu are the two punters on Denver’s ros- all pick in the 2008 NFL Draft, has started all three preseason ter, and both have fared well in the preseason while competing to games at left tackle. A former standout at Boise State University, earn a spot on the Broncos’ 53-man squad. Clady has not surrendered a sack in the preseason while competing Kern, a college free agent from the University of Toledo, has aver- against defensive ends Mario Williams (Houston), Chris Canty aged an NFL-best 51.4 gross yards and 31.8 net yards on five (Dallas) and (Green Bay). punts with a 63-yard long. He also registered a Broncos first down With his start against Houston on Aug. 9, Clady became the against Dallas on Aug. 16 when he picked up his blocked punt and first Broncos rookie to start a preseason opener at tackle in club raced 36 yards down the right sideline. history. Paulescu is a second-year player who punted in the Broncos’ 2007 season finale against Minnesota, a game that marked his NFL PRATER ON KICKOFFS debut. He has averaged 50.3 gross yards (4th in NFL) and 39.7 net Kicker Matt Prater has placed 14 of his 16 kickoffs (87.5%) this yards on three punts with a 57-yard long. Paulescu also totaled one preseason into the end zone while registering eight touchbacks tackle on punt coverage, taking down Cowboys returner Adam (50.0%). Jones after a 24-yard return on Aug. 16. The second-year player, who is averaging 69.8 yards per kickoff in the preseason, has placed 15-of-16 kickoffs inside the 5-yard line TWO BRONCOS AMONG and all 16 kickoffs inside the 10-yard line. LEAGUE LEADERS IN TACKLES Below is a breakdown of Prater’s performance on kickoffs through Fourth-year Broncos cornerback Domonique Foxworth and rook- three preseason games. ie Denver Wesley Woodyard are tied for 12th in the NFL MATT PRATER KICKOFF BREAKDOWN, 2008 PRESEASON with 15 tackles this preseason. Game KO TBs EZ IN5 IN10 Yds. Avg. Foxworth has led Denver in tackles in each of its last two games, at Hou. (8/9) 5 0 3 4 5 341 68.2 posting six tackles each against Dallas (Aug. 16) and Green Bay vs. Dal. (8/16) 6 4 6 6 6 424 70.7 (Aug. 22). He has started 20 overall games during his first three vs. G.B. (8/22) 5 4 5 5 5 351 70.1 years with the Broncos, opening 12 contests at cornerback, five at TOTALS 16 8 14 15 16 1,116 69.8 strong safety and three at free safety. PRATER THIRD IN SCORING Woodyard, who joined the Broncos as a college free agent from the , led the in tack- Matt Prater, a second-year player who is the only kicker on les per game (10.6) as a senior. He finished his Wildcats career with Denver’s roster, is third in the NFL in scoring with 27 points (7 FGs, three 100-tackle seasons and ranked eighth in UK history with 395 6 PATs) through three preseason games. He has connected on 7-of- career stops. 9 (.778) field goal attempts thus far in the preseason. Woodyard’s 15 tackles also rank eighth among league rookies. Entering Friday’s preseason finale at Arizona, Prater has made his MOST TACKLES, NFL, 2008 PRESEASON last four field goal attempts (29, 19, 43 and 40 yds.). (based on press box statistics) MOST POINTS SCORED, NFL, 2008 PRESEASON Player TT UT AT Player FGM FGA Pct. PAT Tot. 1. Khary Campbell, Was. 21 15 6 1. John Kasay, Car. 9 10 .900 8 35 2. Jordan Senn, Ind.* 19 17 2 2. Kris Brown, Hou. 8 8 1.000 6 30 3. Erin Henderson, Min.* 18 16 2 3. Matt Prater, Den. 7 9 .778 6 27 4. Bobby Carpenter, Dal. 17 10 7 4. Robbie Gould, Chi. 6 8 .750 8 26 Dwight Lowery, NYJ* 17 14 3 5. Dan Carpenter, Mia. 7 7 1.000 4 25 Jerod Mayo, N.E.* 17 13 4 Jeff Reed, Pit. 7 8 .875 4 25 , Cin.* 17 12 5 8. , Bal. 16 15 1 Joe Mays, Phi.* 16 14 2 Matterral Richardson, Was.* 16 14 2 Matt Sinclair, Was. 16 12 4 12.Domonique Foxworth, Den. 15 15 0 Wesley Woodyard, Den.* 15 14 1 * - Denotes rookie

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WILLIAMS POSTS FIRST INT AS A PRO BRONCOS TRAINING CAMP Cornerback Jack Williams, whom the Broncos selected in the For the sixth consecutive year, the Broncos held their training fourth round (119th overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft, notched the first camp in 2008 at their practice facility, the Paul D. Bowlen Memorial interception of his professional career when he picked off Dallas Broncos Centre, in Englewood, Colo. The Broncos’ first practice of quarterback Richard Bartel late in the fourth quarter on Aug. 16. camp was held on Friday, July 25, and the club broke camp on Williams returned the interception 34 yards to the Broncos’ 42-yard Friday, Aug. 15, after 33 total practices (27 full team workouts / 6 line, setting up a field goal seven plays later. special teams). Williams’ interception against the Cowboys marked the first Below is a look at where the team has conducted its training camp time since 2003 (LB Terry Pierce) that a Broncos rookie posted since the franchise’s first year in 1960. an interception in the preseason. BRONCOS ALL-TIME TRAINING CAMP SITES BRONCOS ROOKIES MAKE NFL DEBUTS Years Site Location 1960-61 Colorado School of Mines Golden, Colo. Twelve Broncos rookies made their NFL debuts in Denver’s pre- 1962-64 Colorado State University Fort Collins, Colo. season opener at Houston on Aug. 9. In order of appearance, below 1965-66 Colorado School of Mines Golden, Colo. is a review of Denver rookies in their first-ever NFL contest: 1967-71 Broncos headquarters Adams County, Colo. WR Eddie Royal - Took the game’s opening kickoff 21 yards and 1972-75 Poly-Pomona Pomona, Calif. 1976-81 Colorado State University Fort Collins, Colo. stayed in the game for the Broncos’ first offensive play. Finished with 1982-2002 University of Northern Colorado Greeley, Colo. two receptions for 20 yards and two kickoff returns for 48 yards. 2003-08 Paul D. Bowlen Memorial Broncos Centre Englewood, Colo. T Ryan Clady - Started and did not allow a sack while often block- ing 2007 second-team All-Pro defensive end Mario Williams. BRONCOS, COWBOYS CONDUCT S Josh Barrett - Made his debut on the first-string punt team unit FOUR PRACTICES TOGETHER (first quarter). He started at safety to open the second half and fin- ished the game second on the squad in tackles (7). The Broncos and Cowboys practiced twice per day together in LB/FB - Debuted on the kick return unit (first quarter). Englewood, Colo., during a two-day period (Aug. 13-14) leading up CB Jack Williams - Debuted on the kickoff unit (first quarter). He to their preseason game, which Denver won 23-13 on Aug. 16. It tackled Texans WR André Davis on a return at the 29-yard line with marked the second consecutive year that the two clubs practiced 0:49 remaining in the first quarter for his first tackle. Williams start- together leading up to a preseason game. ed the second half on defense and finished the game with one Last season, Denver practiced four times (two-day period) with defensive stop in addition to his special-teams tackle. Dallas at its training facility in Irving, Texas, before playing the P Brett Kern - Made his debut as K Matt Prater’s holder on an Cowboys in Week 2 of the preseason (31-20 Dallas win). extra-point attempt (and make) in the first quarter. His first and only This year marked the fifth time under Head Coach Mike Shanahan punt came in the third quarter (42 yds.). (1995-Pres.) that the Broncos practiced with another club in the RB Anthony Alridge - Had a 23-yard kickoff return on his first play preseason. In addition to last year against Dallas, Denver has in the second quarter with 9:33 remaining. Finished with four rush- worked out with the Texans in Houston (2003, ‘05) as well as with es for 20 yards, three receptions for 20 yards and the 23-yard kick- the Panthers in Greeley, Colo. (1996) during the preseason. off return (7.9 yards per play). The combined final regular-season record of those Broncos teams LB Wesley Woodyard - Debuted on the punt coverage unit in the that practiced with another club in the preseason was 43-21 (.672). second quarter, making the tackle on Texans P Matt Turk on a BRONCOS PRACTICING WITH ANOTHER TEAM fourth-down punt attempt. Finished with a game-high eight tackles IN THE PRESEASON, SINCE 1995 (all solo) in addition to his special-teams stop. Year Team Location Final Rec. WR Lorne Sam - Made his debut on the kickoff return unit in the 1996 Greeley, Colo. 13-3 2003 Houston 10-6 third quarter. 2005 Houston Texans Houston 13-3 T Tyler Polumbus - Debuted at right tackle on offense with 9:34 2007 Dallas Cowboys Dallas 7-9 remaining in the third quarter. Recovered a Broncos 2008 Dallas Cowboys Englewood, Colo. TBD (Alridge) on his second play. G Mitch Erickson - Debuted at right guard on offense with 9:34 remaining in the third quarter. C Kory Lichtensteiger - Made his debut at right guard on offense with 6:57 remaining in the third quarter.

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BRONCOS DO TEXAS TWO-STEP BRONCOS/CARDINALS CONNECTIONS For the first time since 1978, the Broncos played multiple teams FORMER DENVER BRONCOS from the state of Texas in the same preseason with the club facing Arizona DE Bertrand Berry played three seasons (2001-03) for the the Texans (Aug. 9, 19-16 loss) and Cowboys (Aug. 16, 23-13 win). Broncos and was a 16-game starter during his final year with the The Broncos began their 1978 exhibition schedule in a similar fash- club. ion to this year’s, opening at Houston to play the Oilers (W, 17-12) before hosting the Cowboys the following week (L, 21-14). FORMER ARIZONA CARDINALS Including this year, Denver has played multiple teams from Texas Denver RB Michael Pittman was selected by the Cardinals in the in the same preseason a total of five times (2008, 1978, 1960-62). fourth round (95th overall) of the 1998 NFL Draft and spent four From 1960-62, the Broncos faced the Houston Oilers and Dallas years (1998-2001) with the club. Texans () during their exhibition schedule. FROM DENVER AND THE SURROUNDING AREA NOTES FROM DENVER’S LAST FIVE Arizona DE Calais Campbell, a native of Aurora, Colo., attended PRESEASON GAMES WITH ARIZONA (4-1) South High School in Denver, where he was a two-time all-state at DENVER 21, ARIZONA 3 (Aug. 30, 2007) pick as a defensive end... Cardinals LB Clark Haggans played at The Broncos closed out their preseason by defeating the Arizona Colorado State University (1996-99). Cardinals 21-3 at INVESCO Field at Mile High in front of 73,282 fans... The Denver starters sat out the entire game while the FROM PHOENIX AND THE SURROUNDING AREA Cardinals’ first-teamers played the opening series before being Broncos rookie LB/FB Spencer Larsen is from Gilbert, Ariz.., pulled... The Broncos' leading passer was QB Darrell Hackney who, attended Gilbert High School and played at the in three quarters of work, went 6-for-13 for 84 yards... Denver's University of Arizona... Denver rookies S Josh Barrett and RB Ryan ground attack was led by RB Selvin Young, who totaled 52 yards on Torain both attended Arizona State University. 18 carries. CROSSING PATHS (COLLEGE) DENVER 29, at ARIZONA 23 (Aug. 31, 2006) Arizona QB (2002-05) and G Deuce Lutui (2002-05) The Broncos rallied from a 20-9 second-quarter deficit to earn a were teammates with Broncos WR Keary Colbert (2000-03) at victory in their preseason finale against the Cardinals... Denver QB USC, where the trio helped the Trojans finish the 2003 season Jay Cutler registered a 116.1 passer rating, completing 13-of-19 ranked No. 1 in the Associated Press’ final poll for a share of the attempts for 201 yards with two touchdowns and one interception... National Championship… Cardinals CB Antrel Rolle (2001-04) Broncos WR hauled in an 84-yard touchdown (from played with Broncos LB D.J. Williams (2000-03) at Miami, where Cutler) and posted 122 receiving yards on five catches... The both players were a member of the Hurricanes’ 2001 National Broncos held Arizona to 1-of-4 success in the red zone while total- Championship team... Broncos CB Domonique Foxworth (2001- ing 408 yards of total offense. 04) played at the University of Maryland with Cardinals LB David Holloway (2002-06)… Broncos LB Nate Webster (1997-99) DENVER 30, at ARIZONA 21 (Sept. 2, 2005) played with Arizona RB Edgerrin James (1995-98) at Miami… The Broncos' win against the Cardinals ensured the team of a per- Cardinals LB Clark Haggans (1996-99) was teammates with fect preseason record for the third time in franchise history, joining Denver RB Cecil Sapp at Colorado State in 1999… Broncos DT the 2000 and 1982 Denver squads that both went 4-0 in exhibition Marcus Thomas (2003-06), DE (2004-06) and DT play… The Broncos' entire second-team offense and defense, as Steven Harris (2003-06) played at Florida with Arizona WR listed on their depth chart, started against the Cardinals. Jemalle Cornelius (2003-06) and G Carlton Medder (2004-07) with all players seeing time on the school’s National Championship ARIZONA 33, at DENVER 21 (Sept. 2, 2004) team in 2006... Denver LB Jamie Winborn (1997-2000) and Broncos QB Matt Mauck completed 13-of-22 passes for 194 yards Arizona LB Matt Stewart (1997-2000) played in the same lineback- with one touchdown… WRs Charlie Adams and Nate Jackson each ing unit at Vanderbilt… Broncos Defensive Assistant Charlie recorded five receptions for the Broncos. Jackson (2002-03) was a volunteer assistant at UCLA while Cardinals CB Matt Ware (2000-03) played for the Bruins… Arizona DENVER 19, at ARIZONA 13 (Aug. 24, 2002) WR (1999-2002) and DT Darnell Dockett (2000- Denver outgained Arizona by 254 net yards (465-211)… Broncos 03) played at Florida State alongside Broncos G Montrae Holland CB Kelly Herndon returned an interception 25 yards for a touch- (1999-2002)… Cardinals CB DeMario Minter (2002-05) was team- down. mates with Denver DE Nic Clemons (2001-02) and LB Boss Bailey (2001-02) at Georgia… Denver DE Tim Crowder and RB Selvin Young all played with Cardinals C (2003-06) at Texas.

DENVER AT ARIZONA — 13 — FRIDAY, AUG. 29, 2008 broncos 2008 weekly release GAME INFORMATION / PRESEASON NOTES CROSSING PATHS (PRO) Cardinals Head Coach Ken Whisenhunt (1997-98) coached tight FOND FAREWELL FOR SMITH ends in Baltimore while Broncos Special Teams Coordinator Scott On Thursday, July 24, Broncos wide receiver Rod Smith officially O'Brien (1996-98) and Defensive Line Coach Jacob Burney (1994- announced his retirement from the NFL in a press conference at the 98) also coached for the Ravens… Broncos CB Dré Bly (1999- team’s training facility in Englewood, Colo. 2002) played in St. Louis with Cardinals QB (1998- Smith, who entered the NFL with the Broncos in 1994 as a college free 2003), helping the Rams win XXXIV and reach Super agent from Missouri Southern, was named to three Pro Bowls and fin- Bowl XXXVI… Broncos Defensive Line Coach Bill Johnson (2001- ished his 13-year career with Denver as its all-time leader in receptions 06) coached the defensive line in Atlanta while Arizona (849), receiving yards (11,389) and touchdown catches (68). Those Coach Bill Davis (2001-03) guided the Falcons’ linebackers… In totals rank as the best by an undrafted player in NFL history, and his pro- Green Bay, Cardinals Linebackers Coach Bill Davis (2000) and duction rivals some of the top wide receivers in league annals. Denver /Defensive Backs Coach Bob Slowik Among his accomplishments: (2000-04) coached the defensive line and the secondary, respec- * - Retired ranked 12th in NFL history in career receptions, 19th tively… Broncos WR (2003-06) and Arizona RB in career receiving yards and tied for 31st in career receiving touch- Edgerrin James (1999-2005) played together in Indianapolis… downs. Denver DT Dewayne Robertson (2003-07) played with Arizona S * - Totaled more receptions than 18 of the 19 wide receivers cur- Oliver Celestin (2004-05) for the N.Y. Jets…Denver WR Darrell rently in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and more receiving yards Jackson (2000-06) and LB Niko Koutouvides (2004-07) along with than 13 of the 19 wide receivers in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Arizona S Oliver Celestin (2006-07) were teammates in Seattle… * - Helped the Broncos to seven postseason berths, three AFC West Denver WR (2004-07) and C Casey Wiegmann titles and two Super Bowl victories (XXXII in ‘97 and XXXIII in ‘98). (2001-07) suited up with Arizona LB Monty Beisel (2001-04) in Denver had a 126-70 (.643) record in the 196 overall games he played. Kansas City… Denver LB Jamie Winborn was a 49er with Arizona * - Recorded a nine-year streak (1997-2005) of posting at least 70 DE Chike Okeafor from 2001-03… Arizona Defensive Backs Coach receptions that tied for the second longest in NFL history. coached for the Seahawks from 2003-06 while S * - Holds five of the top-10 single-season reception totals in Marquand Manuel (2004-05) was on the team. Broncos history, including his club-record 113 catches in 2001. * - Owns four of the top-10 single-season receiving yardage totals in Denver annals, including a club-record 1,602 yards in 2000. * - Set Broncos career records for combined yards (12,488), yards from scrimmage (11,737), overall touchdowns (71), 1,000- yard receiving seasons (8) and 100-yard receiving games (31). ZIMMERMAN ENSHRINED INTO PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME Tackle Gary Zimmerman, who played for the Broncos from 1993- 97 after spending his first seven seasons with the Vikings, was enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Aug. 2 at a ceremo- ny at Fawcett Stadium in Canton, Ohio. He joins quarterback John Elway, a 2004 inductee, as the second player named to the Hall of Fame who spent a primary portion of his career with the Broncos. Zimmerman was joined in his class by defensive end Fred Dean, cornerback Darrell Green, wide receiver Art Monk, cornerback Emmitt Thomas and linebacker Andre Tippett. Among his accomplishments: * - Earned seven Pro Bowl selections and became one of a hand- ful of players in NFL history to be named to two All-Decade Teams (1980s and 90s). * - Received first or second-team All-Pro honors eight times. * - Helped Denver to its first-ever Super Bowl win (XXXII in ‘97). * - Blocked for Broncos offenses that led the NFL in total yards twice (1996-97) and units that posted three consecutive top-five league rushing rankings (1995-97). * - Started all 76 games played with Denver and all 184 games played during his NFL career. * - Inducted into the Broncos’ Ring of Fame in 2003. DENVER AT ARIZONA — 14 — FRIDAY, AUG. 29, 2008 broncos 2008 weekly release GAME INFORMATION / PRESEASON NOTES FREE AGENCY DENVER UPGRADES CLUB IN OFFSEASON LB BOSS BAILEY (UFA-6th yr. — Detroit) Below is a look at the Broncos’ key acquisitions in the offseason Bailey, the younger brother of Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey, leading up to their 2008 campaign. started at least 11 games in every season that he played while DRAFT spending his first five NFL seasons with Detroit. T RYAN CLADY (Rd. 1-12 — Boise State) WR KEARY COLBERT (UFA-5th yr. — Carolina) Clady earned first-team All-Western Athletic Conference honors Colbert played his first four professional seasons in Carolina, during his final two years at Boise State, where he was a key part where he started 42 games for the Panthers and set a club rookie of its 13-0 squad in 2006 that finished the year ranked No. 5 in the record with a personal-best 754 receiving yards in 2004. country (AP). WR DARRELL JACKSON (FA-9th yr. — San Francisco) WR EDDIE ROYAL (Rd. 2-42 — Virginia Tech) Jackson owns three 1,000-yard receiving seasons for his career Royal set a Virginia Tech career record for all-purpose yards (seven years with Seattle, one with San Francisco) and has totaled (4,686), including an Atlantic Coast Conference-record 1,296 punt the ninth-most receiving touchdowns (50) in the NFL since enter- return yards. ing the league in 2000. C KORY LICHTENSTEIGER (Rd. 4-108 — Bowling Green State) LB NIKO KOUTOUVIDES (UFA-5th yr. — Seattle) Lichtensteiger tied a Bowling Green State career record for Koutouvides ranks seventh in the NFL in special-teams tackles starts (48) and earned All-Mid-American Conference honors during (60) since he entered the league in 2004 and owns 20 games with each of his four years at the school. multiple special-teams stops for his career. CB JACK WILLIAMS (Rd. 4-119 — Kent State) S MARQUAND MANUEL (UFA-7th yr. — Carolina) Williams totaled 20 takeaways (13 interceptions / 7 fumble Manuel has played 91 career games (38 starts) in the NFL with recoveries) in 44 career games at Kent State, where he was a three- Cincinnati (2002-03), Seattle (2004-05), Green Bay (2006) and year starter. Carolina (2007). RB (Rd. 5-139 — Arizona State) S MARLON McCREE (FA-8th yr. — San Diego) Torain averaged 93.8 rushing yards per game and 5.4 yards per McCree has started for clubs that reached the playoffs during carry during two seasons at Arizona State after transferring from each of the last three seasons with San Diego (2006-07) and Butler Community College. He is expected to miss at least two Carolina (2005), helping them post a 34-12 (.739) regular-season months after suffering an elbow injury in training camp. record in games that he played during that period. DT (Rd. 5-148 — Virginia Tech) WR SAMIE PARKER (UFA-5th yr. — Kansas City) Powell was a 13-game starter during each of his final two years Parker played for the Chiefs during his first four years in the at Virginia Tech, helping the Hokies field one of the nation’s top NFL, posting consecutive 500-yard receiving seasons for the club defenses, but was placed on the active/physically unable to perform from 2005-06. list with an Achilles’ tendon injury suffered in offseason workouts. RB MICHAEL PITTMAN (UFA-11th yr. — Tampa Bay) LB/FB SPENCER LARSEN (Rd. 6-183 — Arizona) Pittman, who won a Super Bowl with Tampa Bay in 2002, ranks Larsen was a two-time All-Pacific-10 Conference choice at second among active NFL running backs with 3,400 career receiv- Arizona, where he finished his career ranked 15th in school history ing yards and has totaled 8,707 career yards from scrimmage with with 312 tackles. the Buccaneers (2002-07) and Cardinals (1998-2001). S JOSH BARRETT (Rd. 7-220 — Arizona State) C CASEY WIEGMANN (UFA-13th yr. — Kansas City) Barrett started 21 games in his final two years at Arizona State Wiegmann has played every possible regular-season and post- and was an honorable mention All-Pacific-10 Conference choice as season snap (7,062) since early in 2001 campaign, and that streak a junior in 2006. is the longest active streak of its kind among NFL offensive linemen. FB (Rd. 7-227 — Arkansas) TRADES Hillis set Arkansas career records for running backs for recep- DT DEWAYNE ROBERTSON (6th yr. — N.Y. Jets) tions (118), receiving yards (1,195) and touchdown catches (11) Robertson, acquired by Denver from the Jets for a conditional while blocking for two-time Heisman Trophy runner-up Darren 2009 draft choice, was the fourth overall pick in the 2003 NFL Draft McFadden. and has missed only three contests during his first five profession- al seasons. COACHES JEDD FISCH (8th NFL Season / Wide Receivers) Fisch spent the last three years coaching the Ravens’ quarter- backs and also instructed the club’s wide receivers in 2006, a year in which Baltimore had one of four wideout tandems in the AFC with each player posting 65+catches (Derrick Mason and Mark Clayton).

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2007 YEAR IN REVIEW BRONCOS 2007 RESULTS

The Denver Broncos’ franchise-record tying seven-year streak of PRESEASON posting at least a .500 winning percentage came to an end in 2007 Wk. Day Date Opponent Site Result Rec. as the club wrapped up its 48th season with a 7-9 record and a sec- 1 Mon. Aug. 13 at San Francisco Monster Park W, 17-13 1-0 2 Sat. Aug. 18 at Dallas Texas Stadium L, 31-20 1-1 ond-place finish in the AFC West. 3 Sat. Aug. 25 CLEVELAND INVESCO Field at Mile High L, 17-16 1-2 The Broncos began the year with their first 2-0 start in four sea- 4 Thu. Aug. 30 ARIZONA INVESCO Field at Mile High W, 21-3 2-2 sons, posting wins at Buffalo and against Oakland on walk-off field REGULAR SEASON goals. Denver played its next five games against clubs that qualified Wk. Day Date Opponent Site Result Rec. 1 Sun. Sept. 9 at Buffalo Ralph Wilson Stadium W, 15-14 1-0 for the postseason, including a 31-28 Sunday Night Football win at 2 Sun. Sept. 16 OAKLAND INVESCO Field at Mile High W, 23-20 OT 2-0 home against Pittsburgh on Oct. 21, and entered the midway point 3 Sun. Sept. 23 JACKSONVILLE INVESCO Field at Mile High L, 23-14 2-1 of the season with a 3-5 record. 4 Sun. Sept. 30 at Indianapolis RCA Dome L, 38-20 2-2 5 Sun. Oct. 7 SAN DIEGO INVESCO Field at Mile High L, 41-3 2-3 Denver’s second half of the year got off to a promising start as the 6 Bye Broncos earned their first win in Kansas City in five seasons before 7 Sun. Oct. 21 PITTSBURGH INVESCO Field at Mile High W, 31-28 3-3 posting a 34-20 victory against playoff-qualifier Tennessee the next 8 Mon. Oct. 29 GREEN BAY INVESCO Field at Mile High L, 19-13 OT 3-4 week at home on . They appeared to be on 9 Sun. Nov. 4 at Detroit Ford Field L, 44-7 3-5 their way to winning a third consecutive game and improving to 6- 10 Sun. Nov. 11 at Kansas City Arrowhead Stadium W, 27-11 4-5 11 Mon. Nov. 19 TENNESSEE INVESCO Field at Mile High W, 34-20 5-5 5 for the year with a 14-point fourth-quarter lead at Chicago on Nov. 12 Sun. Nov. 25 at Chicago Soldier Field L, 37-34 OT 5-6 25, but the Bears rallied to earn a 37-34 overtime victory. 13 Sun. Dec. 2 at Oakland McAfee Coliseum L, 34-20 5-7 The Broncos struggled through a stretch of playing four-of-five 14 Sun. Dec. 9 KANSAS CITY INVESCO Field at Mile High W, 41-7 6-7 15 Thu. Dec. 13 at Houston Reliant Stadium L, 31-13 6-8 games on the road and were eliminated from playoff contention fol- 16 Mon. Dec. 24 at San Diego Qualcomm Stadium L, 23-3 6-9 lowing Week 15. They ended the year with a 22-19 overtime win at 17 Sun. Dec. 30 MINNESOTA INVESCO Field at Mile High W, 22-19 OT 7-9 home against a Minnesota squad that was fighting for a playoff berth. MISCELLANEOUS NOTES FROM 2007 KEY NOTES FROM THE BRONCOS’ 2007 SEASON All seven of the Broncos’ wins came when the club had an even or pos- * - In his first full season as a starter, second-year quarterback Jay itive turnover ratio (7-2 in those situations)... During the final eight weeks Cutler finished among the NFL’s top-10 passers in yards per of the season, Denver tied for third in the league in takeaways (20) and attempt (7.49 - 9th) and passing yards (3,497 - 10th) in addition to turnover ratio (+9)... Head Coach Mike Shanahan finished his 13th year as recording the third-best completion percentage (63.6) for a season Denver’s head coach ranked 10th in NFL history in career regular-season in club history. wins with one team (130-78) and 17th in league annals in overall career * - Wide receiver Brandon Marshall totaled the third-most recep- wins (146-95)... Denver’s strength of schedule in 2007 tied for the eighth tions (102) by a second-year player in NFL history while posting the toughest in the NFL (.516 / 132-124), and the club played seven games second and third-best respective single-season outputs for recep- against teams that qualified for the postseason, including five contests in tions and receiving yards (1,325) by a Bronco in team annals. a row vs. playoff teams from Sept. 23-Oct. 29... The Broncos tied a fran- * - Champ Bailey was selected to his eighth Pro Bowl, a total that chise single-season record by appearing in four overtime games, the most ties for the second highest in NFL history among . by an NFL team in a season since 2003 (Carolina)... With RBs Selvin * - Elvis Dumervil tied for the NFL lead in takeaways (4) among Young (729) and Travis Henry (691), the Broncos were one of four teams defensive linemen and tied for sixth in the league in sacks (12.5) in the NFL to have two 650+yard rushers en route extending their streak while linebacker D.J. Williams led the AFC (2nd in NFL) with 141 of ranking among the league’s top-10 rushing teams (122.3 / 9th) for the tackles. eighth year in a row (longest active streak in NFL)... Young finished fourth * - The Broncos’ four walk-off game-winning field goals were the in the NFL in yards per rush (5.2) and totaled the third-most rushing yards most by an NFL team in the same season since 1990. (729) by an undrafted rookie in league history while becoming the first * - The Broncos were among the league’s top-10 rushing clubs undrafted player ever to lead Denver in rushing... The Broncos’ 5.7 yards (122.3 ypg. - 9th) for the eighth consecutive year (longest active per play average was the fourth best in the league (sixth-best single-sea- streak in NFL). son total in club history)... WR Brandon Marshall, who led the NFL with * - Denver appeared in the most overtime games (4 / 2-2 record) 319 receiving yards after contact, also had three 10-catch games that tied by an NFL team in four seasons and posted all seven of its wins for the most in the league... TE Tony Scheffler tied for fourth among league with an even or positive turnover ratio (7-2 in those situations). tight ends in receptions (47) during the final 11 weeks of the year... The * - The Broncos’ 161 overall games missed due to injury and 82 Broncos’ 34 forced fumbles led the AFC and were their highest season contests missed by starters both were the highest season totals for total since 1990... Denver concluded the season by holding its final six the club under Head Coach Mike Shanahan (1995-Pres.). opponents to 200 or fewer passing yards and was seventh in the league in pass defense (193.4 ypg.)... The Broncos’ Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominee was CB Domonique Foxworth, and their nominee was DE John Engelberger. DENVER AT ARIZONA — 16 — FRIDAY, AUG. 29, 2008 broncos 2008 weekly release HEAD COACH MIKE SHANAHAN ike Shanahan in 2008 begins his 14th season as head coach Mof the Denver Broncos, a franchise he has guided to two SHANAHAN’S NFL COACHING CAREER Super Bowl victories, three conference championship game appear- OVERALL YEAR: 16th as a Head Coach (14th with Denver) ances, seven postseason berths and nine winning seasons. His CAREER REG. SEASON HEAD COACHING RECORD: 138-90-0 (.605) achievements since being named Denver’s head coach on Jan. 31, CAREER POSTSEASON HEAD COACHING RECORD: 8-5 (.615) 1995, have helped position the 49-year-old franchise among the OVERALL HEAD COACHING RECORD: 146-95-0 (.606) most successful and highly regarded in all of professional sports. REG. SEASON RECORD w/DENVER (HEAD COACH): 130-78 (.625) The veteran coach, who holds additional responsibilities as the POSTSEASON RECORD w/DENVER (HEAD COACH): 8-5 (.615) Broncos’ Executive Vice President of Football Operations, has led OVERALL RECORD w/DENVER (HEAD COACH): 138-83-0 (.624) Denver to 130 regular-season victories, a total that marks the 10th PLAYOFF APPEARANCES (HEAD COACH): 7 most by a head coach with one franchise in NFL history. Among the DIVISION TITLES (HEAD COACH): 3 nine coaches who have more wins with one club than Shanahan, all SUPER BOWLS WON (HEAD COACH): 2 (‘97 and ‘98 w/Denver) eight who are eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame have been SUPER BOWLS WON (ASSISTANT): 1 (‘94 w/San Francisco) honored with membership to the game’s most exclusive club. TOTAL SUPER BOWLS WON: 3 Shanahan’s 130 regular-season wins with Denver tie for the most Including seven seasons as an assistant with Denver, a time peri- by an NFL coach in the last 13 years and give the Broncos the od in which he helped the Broncos advance to three Super Bowls, league’s third-best record (130-78 / .625) during that time. Shanahan owns 20 years of experience on the Broncos’ coaching A leader whose standard continually has raised the expectations staff that tie for the highest total by an individual in club history. His of the football team and entire Denver Broncos organization, 13 full seasons as head coach of the Broncos tie him with Jeff Shanahan has the 17th-most overall career wins (146) by a head Fisher (Tennessee) as the longest active continuously tenured head coach in NFL history and ranks second in that category among coach in the NFL. active coaches. His all-time winning percentage is a sterling .606 Under Shanahan’s superb guidance, the Broncos have had stag- (146-95), including a .624 (138-83) mark in 13 seasons with the gering team accomplishments, including: Posting the most wins in Broncos that qualifies as the best by a coach in club history. pro football history in a two-year period, seasons in which the club won back-to-back Super Bowls (33 in 1997-98; New England has SHANAHAN YEAR-BY-YEAR since won 34 in 2003-04); Posting the most wins in pro football Year Position Team Record history in a three-year period (46 in 1998); Winning 18 consecutive 1975 Assistant Coach University of Oklahoma 10-1 games over 1997-98 to tie the all-time NFL record at that time for 1976 Assistant Coach University of Oklahoma 9-2 consecutive wins; And going undefeated for three consecutive reg- 1977 Backfield Coach Northern Arizona 9-2 ular seasons (1996-98) at home, just the second team ever to be 1978 Eastern Illinois 9-2 undefeated and untied at home in three consecutive years. 1979 Offensive Coordinator University of Minnesota 4-6-1 1980 Offensive Coordinator 8-3 In 2004, Shanahan joined the exclusive club of head coaches to 1981 Offensive Coordinator University of Florida 7-4 post 100 wins in his first 10 seasons with one club, finishing the 1982 Offensive Coordinator University of Florida 8-3 campaign and decade tied for fourth on this ultra-impressive list of 1983 Asst. Head Coach/O.C. University of Florida 8-2-1 12 coaches, six of whom are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. 1984 Receivers Coach Denver Broncos 13-3 Shanahan’s 138 wins with Denver include seven consecutive in 1985 Offensive Coordinator Denver Broncos 11-5 1986 Offensive Coordinator Denver Broncos 11-5 the playoffs during the 1997 and 1998 Super Bowl seasons, years 1987 Offensive Coordinator Denver Broncos 10-4-1 in which he established himself among the game’s sideline greats. 1988 Head Coach Raiders 7-9 His postseason winning percentage is .615 on an 8-5 record. 1989 Head Coach Los Angeles Raiders 1-3 Shanahan elevated his career and the Broncos to new levels in 1989 Coach Denver Broncos 6-4 1997 and 1998 as the intense and personable Denver Broncos head 1990 Quarterbacks Coach Denver Broncos 5-11 coach made his mark on Super Bowl history, coming into the 2006 1991 Offensive Coordinator Denver Broncos 12-4 1992 Offensive Coordinator San Francisco 49ers 14-2 campaign as one of only 12 all-time head 1993 Offensive Coordinator San Francisco 49ers 10-6 coaches with two Super Bowl victories. 1994 Offensive Coordinator San Francisco 49ers 13-3 Over the last 16 years entering the 2008 season (13 in Denver and 1995 Head Coach Denver Broncos 8-8 the previous three in San Francisco), Mike Shanahan’s offenses 1996 Head Coach Denver Broncos 13-3 have finished number one in the NFL four times, second twice, third 1997 Head Coach Denver Broncos 12-4 1998 Head Coach Denver Broncos 14-2 three times and fourth once; in two of those campaigns Denver was 1999 Head Coach Denver Broncos 6-10 just 17 and 83 yards short of the number one spot. 2000 Head Coach Denver Broncos 11-5 During his NFL career, Shanahan has been a part of teams that 2001 Head Coach Denver Broncos 8-8 have played in 10 AFC or NFC Championship Games in addition to 2002 Head Coach Denver Broncos 9-7 his six Super Bowl appearances (five with Denver and the Super 2003 Head Coach Denver Broncos 10-6 2004 Head Coach Denver Broncos 10-6 Bowl XXIX game with San Francisco). In his nine seasons coaching 2005 Head Coach Denver Broncos 13-3 at the collegiate level, Shanahan’s teams participated in eight bowl 2006 Head Coach Denver Broncos 9-7 games, winning two national championships. 2007 Head Coach Denver Broncos 7-9

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TOP 25 NFL HEAD COACHES ALL-TIME IN OVERALL CAREER VICTORIES REGULAR SEASON POSTSEASON OVERALL Coach Years W L T Pct. W L Pct. W L T Pct. 1. Don Shula 33 328 156 6 0.677 19 17 0.528 347 173 6 0.666 2. George Halas 40 318 148 31 0.682 6 3 0.667 324 151 31 0.682 3. Tom Landry 29 250 162 6 0.607 20 16 0.556 270 178 6 0.603 4. Earl Lambeau 33 226 132 22 0.631 3 2 0.600 229 134 22 0.631 5. Chuck Noll 23 193 148 1 0.566 16 8 0.667 209 156 1 0.572 6. 21 200 126 1 0.613 5 13 0.278 205 139 1 0.596 7. Dan Reeves 23 190 165 2 0.535 11 9 0.550 201 174 2 0.536 8. Chuck Knox 22 186 147 1 0.558 7 11 0.389 193 158 1 0.550 9. Bill Parcells 19 172 130 1 0.569 11 8 0.579 183 138 1 0.570 10. Joe Gibbs 16 154 94 0 0.621 17 7 0.708 171 101 0 0.629 11. Paul Brown 21 166 100 6 0.624 4 8 0.333 170 108 6 0.612 Mike Holmgren 17 157 99 0 0.613 13 11 0.542 170 110 0 0.607 13. Bud Grant 18 158 96 5 0.621 10 12 0.455 168 108 5 0.608 14. Bill Cowher 15 149 90 1 0.623 12 9 0.571 161 99 1 0.619 15. Marv Levy 17 143 112 0 0.561 11 8 0.579 154 120 0 0.562 16. Steve Owen 23 151 100 17 0.602 2 8 0.200 153 108 17 0.586 17. Mike Shanahan 16 138 90 0 0.605 8 5 0.615 146 95 0 0.606 18. Bill Belichick 14 127 81 0 0.611 15 4 0.789 142 85 0 0.626 19. 13 127 65 0 0.661 9 9 0.500 136 74 0 0.648 Hank Stram 17 131 97 10 0.574 5 3 0.625 136 100 10 0.576 21. Weeb Ewbank 20 130 129 7 0.502 4 1 0.800 134 130 7 0.508 22. 14 121 95 0 0.560 6 6 0.500 127 101 0 0.557 23. 15 120 109 0 0.524 6 5 0.545 126 114 0 0.525 24. Jim Mora 15 125 106 0 0.541 0 6 0.000 125 112 0 0.527 25. George Seifert 11 114 62 0 0.648 10 5 0.667 124 67 0 0.649

CLIMBING THE CHARTS SHANAHAN STANDS SECOND AMONG As illustrated in the chart above, Broncos Head Coach Mike ACTIVE COACHES IN CAREER VICTORIES Shanahan is 17th in NFL history in career victories with 146 (138 Mike Shanahan’s 146 career victories (138 regular season, 8 regular season, 8 postseason). He moved into sole possession of postseason) rank as the second-highest total among active NFL 17th in career wins after the Broncos’ 17-13 win at Oakland on Nov. coaches. 12, 2006. Shanahan needs seven wins to tie Steve Owen (153 total) for 16th CAREER WINS, ACTIVE NFL HEAD COACHES Coach Reg. Post. Overall in NFL history in career victories. 1. Mike Holmgren, Sea. 157-99-0 13-11 170-110-0 (.607) 2. Mike Shanahan, Den. 138-90-0 8-5 146-95-0 (.606) 3. Bill Belichick, N.E. 127-81-0 15-4 142-85-0 (.626) 4. Tony Dungy, Ind. 127-65-0 9-9 136-74-0 (.648)

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SHANAHAN AMONG NFL ALL-TIME LEADERS SHANAHAN BRINGS THE MAGIC BACK IN WINS WITH ONE TEAM TO THE MILE HIGH AREA Mike Shanahan’s 130 career regular-season wins in 13 years as Since taking over the coaching reins of the Broncos in 1995, Mike Denver’s head coach mark the 10th most by a head coach with one Shanahan has a 79-25 (.760) regular-season record at home, the team in NFL history. second-best home winning percentage among head coaches in the Shanahan moved into that spot, passing Pro Football Hall of Fame Broncos’ 49-year history. Head Coach Hank Stram, with Denver’s 23-20 overtime victory HOME WINNING PERCENTAGE, BRONCOS HEAD COACHES against the Raiders on Sept. 16, 2007. Head Coach (Years) Reg. Season Pct. MOST REGULAR-SEASON WINS WITH ONE TEAM, NFL HISTORY 1. Dan Reeves (1981-92) 72-21 .774 Head Coach Team Years Wins 2. Mike Shanahan (1995-present) 79-25 .760 1. George Halas Bears 1920-29, ‘33-42, ‘46-55, ‘58-67 318 3. Red Miller (1977-80) 22-9 .710 2. Don Shula Dolphins 1970-95 257 4. John Ralston (1972-76) 20-13-2 .600 3. Tom Landry Cowboys 1960-88 250 5. Wade Phillips (1993-94) 9-7 .563 4. Earl Lambeau Packers 1921-49 209 5. Chuck Noll Steelers 1969-91 193 DENVER WINS UNDER SHANAHAN 6. Bud Grant Vikings 1967-83, ‘85 158 The Broncos have posted the third-most wins (130) in the regular 7. Joe Gibbs Redskins 1981-92, 2004-07 154 season and have tied for the third-most overall wins (138) in the 8. Steve Owen Giants 1930-53 151 NFL since 1995 under the direction of Head Coach Mike Shanahan. 9. Bill Cowher Steelers 1992-2006 149 10. Mike Shanahan Broncos 1995-Pres. 130 REGULAR-SEASON WINS, NFL, 1995-Pres. 11. Hank Stram Chiefs 1960-74 124 Team Reg. Wins 1. New England 135 SHANAHAN SETS BRONCOS ALL-TIME WINS MARK 2. Green Bay 134 With Denver’s 12-10 win against Baltimore on Dec. 11, 2005, 3. Denver 130 4. Pittsburgh 127 Mike Shanahan became the Broncos’ all-time leader in career victo- 5. Indianapolis 126 ries with 118. Shanahan, who now has 130 regular-season and eight postseason victories for 138 total wins as Denver’s head TOTAL WINS, NFL, 1995-Pres. coach, entered that Broncos game against the Ravens tied with Dan Team Reg. Post Tot. Reeves in career wins. 1. New England 135 17 152 2. Green Bay 135 10 145 Reeves collected 117 victories as head coach of the Broncos from 3. Denver 130 8 138 1981-92, 110 of which he earned in the regular season and seven Pittsburgh 127 11 138 of which occurred in playoff action. 5. Indianapolis 126 9 135 CAREER WINS BY BRONCOS HEAD COACHES, ALL-TIME 6. Philadelphia 118 9 127 Head Coach Yrs. Reg. Post. Total 1. Mike Shanahan 1995-Pres. 130-78-0 8-5 138-83-0 (.624) 2. Dan Reeves 1981-92 110-73-1 7-6 117-79-1 (.596) 3. Red Miller 1977-80 40-22-0 2-3 42-25-0 (.627) 4. John Ralston 1972-76 34-33-3 0-0 34-33-3 (.507) 5. Lou Saban 1967-71 20-42-3 0-0 20-42-3 (.331) MOST POSTSEASON WINS IN CLUB HISTORY Mike Shanahan, who in 2005 passed Dan Reeves for first place in overall wins by a Broncos head coach, took over sole possession of first place on Denver’s all-time postseason wins chart with a 27-13 victory against New England on Jan. 14, 2006. Shanahan now owns an 8-5 career postseason record for a win- ning percentage of .615 that also is the best in team annals. CAREER POSTSEASON WINS BY BRONCOS HEAD COACHES, ALL-TIME Head Coach Yrs. Rec. Pct. 1. Mike Shanahan 1995-Pres. 8-5 .615 2. Dan Reeves 1981-92 7-6 .538 3. Red Miller 1977-80 2-3 .400

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BRONCOS OFFENSE CLICKS SINCE 1995 SHANAHAN POSTS IMPRESSIVE WIN TOTAL Under Head Coach Mike Shanahan, the Broncos’ offensive suc- THROUGH 200 REGULAR-SEASON GAMES cess has ranked among the league’s best. Denver leads the NFL in With a 13-3 victory against Baltimore on Oct. 9, 2006, Broncos total yards and rushing yards while ranking second in the league Head Coach Mike Shanahan tied Chuck Knox and Marty in first downs and third in points scored since 1995 in regular- Schottenheimer for the third-most victories (125) by a coach season play. through his first 200 career regular-season games among those TOTAL YARDS, NFL, 1995-Pres. who began their career in the Super Bowl era (since 1966). Team Tot. Yards Shanahan totaled a 117-63 (.650) record in 180 regular-season 1. Denver 74,727 games with Denver and posted an 8-12 mark in 20 regular-season 2. Minnesota 73,459 games as the Los Angeles Raiders’ head coach (1988-89). 3. Indianapolis 73,043 Of the six coach coaches with the most victories through their first 4. Green Bay 72,960 5. St. Louis 72,009 200 regular-season games in the Super Bowl era, three are mem- bers of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. RUSHING YARDS, NFL, 1995-Pres. Team Rush Yards MOST REG. SEASONS WINS BY A COACH THROUGH 200 GAMES 1. Denver 29,131 (AMONG THOSE WHO BEGAN CAREER IN SUPER BOWL ERA) 2. Pittsburgh 28,132 Coach Years Wins 3. Kansas City 25,874 1. Joe Gibbs^ 1981-92, ‘04 130 4. Jacksonville 25,803 Bud Grant^ 1967-80 130 5. Minnesota 25,392 3. Mike Shanahan 1988-89, ‘95-06 125 Chuck Knox 1973-86 125 FIRST DOWNS, NFL, 1995-Pres. Marty Schottenheimer 1984-96 125 Team 1st Downs 6. Chuck Noll^ 1969-82 123 1. Indianapolis 4,341 ^ - member of Pro Football Hall of Fame 2. Denver 4,324 3. Green Bay 4,155 SELECT COMPANY 4. Kansas City 4,139 5. New England 4,076 In 2004, Mike Shanahan joined the exclusive club of head coach- es to post 100 wins in their first 10 seasons with one club, finish- POINTS SCORED, NFL, 1995-Pres. ing the campaign and decade tied for fourth on this ultra-impres- Team Points sive list with 108 total wins. 1. Indianapolis 5,170 2. Green Bay 5,088 COACHES WITH 100 WINS FOR ONE TEAM THROUGH THE 3. Denver 5,079 FIRST 10 SEASONS WITH THAT TEAM (including playoffs) 4. New England 4,883 S.B. 5. Minnesota 4,870 Team Years Reg Post Tot. Wins 1. Joe Gibbs, Washington 1981-1990 101 12 113 2 2. John Madden, Raiders 1969-1978 103 9 112 1 Don Shula, Miami 1970-1979 104 8 112 2 4. Mike Shanahan, Broncos 1995-2004 101 7 108 2 George Seifert, S.F. 1989-1996 98 10 108 2 6. Mike Ditka, Chicago 1982-1991 101 6 107 1 Marv Levy, Buffalo 1986-1995 96 11 107 0 8. Bud Grant, Minnesota 1967-1976 98 8 106 0 9. Bill Cowher, Pittsburgh 1992-2001 99 6 105 0 10. Marty Schottenheimer, K.C. 1989-1998 101 3 104 0 11. Bill Walsh, San Francisco 1979-1988 92 10 102 3 12. Dennis Green, Minnesota 1992-2001 97 4 101 0

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SHANAHAN ONE OF NFL’S FREQUENT PLAYOFF TRIPS LONGEST-TENURED HEAD COACHES Since becoming the Broncos’ head coach in 1995, Mike Shanahan Mike Shanahan, who has spent the last 13 seasons as Denver’s head has led Denver to the postseason during seven different seasons. coach, is the second-longest continuously tenured head coach in the That total ties for the sixth most in the league during that period. NFL. Only Tennessee’s Jeff Fisher, who has coached 13 full seasons MOST POSTSEASON BERTHS, NFL, SINCE 1995 with the team (1995-Pres.) as well as the final part of the 1994 cam- Team No. Years paign, has more continuous service with one club than Shanahan. 1. Indianapolis 10 1995-96; 1999-2000; ‘02-07 Shanahan was named Broncos head coach on Jan. 31, 1995. 2. Green Bay 9 1995-98; 2001-04, ‘07 New England 9 1996-98; 2001; ‘03-07 LONGEST CONTINUOUSLY TENURED ACTIVE NFL HEAD COACHES 4. Philadelphia 8 1995-96; 2000-04; ‘06 Coach Team Years with team Pittsburgh 8 1995-97; 2001-02; ‘04-05, ‘07 1. Jeff Fisher* Tennessee 13 (1995-2007) 6. Denver 7 1996-98; 2000; ‘03-05 2. Mike Shanahan Denver 13 (1995-2007) Dallas 7 1995-96; ‘98-99; ‘03; ‘06-07 3. Mike Holmgren Seattle 9 (1999-2007) Tampa Bay 7 1997; 1999-2002; ‘05; ‘07 Andy Reid Philadelphia 9 (1999-2007) 5. Bill Belichick New England 8 (2000-07) Shanahan has twice led the Broncos to the postseason in three consecutive seasons, doing so most recently from 2003-05. * - Fisher was the Oilers’ head coach for the final six games in 1994. CONSECUTIVE PLAYOFF BERTHS, BRONCOS HISTORY DENVER STRIKES FAST UNDER SHANAHAN Consec. Years Dates Since Mike Shanahan became Denver’s head coach before the 1. 3 2003-05 3 1996-98 start of the 1995 season, the Broncos have not only scored the 3 1977-79 most points in the first quarter in the NFL, but they also have the 4. 2 1986-87 biggest point differential in the opening period (+485). 2 1983-84 BEST FIRST-QUARTER POINT-DIFFERENTIAL SINCE 1995 Team Differential Points For Points Against SEVEN CONSECUTIVE YEARS 1. Denver +485 1,177 692 WITHOUT A LOSING SEASON 2. New England +309 1,011 702 Head Coach Mike Shanahan led the Broncos to seven consecutive 3. Green Bay +222 1,000 778 4. Pittsburgh +203 1,009 806 seasons with at least a .500 record from 2000-06, a streak that tied 5. Indianapolis +200 1,041 841 for the longest in club history. The Broncos also went seven con- secutive years without a losing record from 1983-89, a time period TURNOVER RATIO IN THE SHANAHAN ERA in which they advanced to three Super Bowls. Below is a look at Denver’s record by turnover ratio under Head MOST CONSECUTIVE SEASONS WITH AT LEAST A .500 RECORD, Coach Mike Shanahan (1995-Pres.). The Broncos are 104-30 (.776) BRONCOS HISTORY with an even or positive turnover ratio since 1995 and are 26-48 Consec. Seasons Years Playoff Berths (.351) with a negative turnover ratio during that time. 1. 7 2000-06 4 7 1983-89 5 BRONCOS RECORD BY TURNOVER RATIO 3. 6 1976-81 3 UNDER HEAD COACH MIKE SHANAHAN (1995-Pres.) 4. 4 1995-98 3 Ratio Record Win Pct. -3 or Worse 1-14 .067 -2 9-13 .409 -1 16-21 .432 +/-0 31-11 .738 +1 33-15 .688 +2 15-2 .882 +3 or Better 25-2 .926 TOTALS 130-78 .625

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SHANAHAN ONE OF FOUR FORMER DENVER CUTLER AMONG NFL’S BEST ASSISTANTS WHO ARE ACTIVE NFL HEAD COACHES SINCE BECOMING A STARTER Mike Shanahan is one of four active head coaches in the NFL in Since being named the Broncos’ starting quarterback in Week 13 of 2008 who were named a head coach after serving as an assistant the 2006 season, Jay Cutler has totaled the 10th-most passing yards on the Broncos’ staff. The three others are Mike Nolan of the 49ers, in the NFL. Gary Kubiak of the Texans and Wade Phillips of the Cowboys. MOST PASSING YARDS, NFL, SINCE WEEK 13 OF 2006 SEASON All-time, 14 former Broncos assistants were hired as NFL head Player Gms. Att. Com. Pct. Yds TD INT Rtg. coaches after their time on Denver’s staff. 1. , N.E. 21 727 496 68.2 5,772 54 9 111.6 ASSISTANTS WHO BECAME NFL HEAD COACHES AFTER 2. , Ind. 21 693 455 65.7 5,473 41 17 99.2 THEIR TIME ON THE BRONCOS’ COACHING STAFF 3. Tony Romo, Dal. 21 677 430 63.5 5,458 42 27 92.7 Yrs. w/Den. Yrs. as NFL Career Rec. 4. Brett Favre, G.B. 21 745 469 63.0 5,406 32 23 86.2 Coach as an asst. Head Coach Inc. Postseason 5. , Det. 21 753 476 63.2 5,400 27 29 80.5 1. Mac Speedie 1962-64 Den. (‘64-66) 6-19-1 (.250) 6. Drew Brees, N.O. 21 793 521 65.7 5,378 35 19 89.8 2. Ray Malavasi 1964-66 Den. (‘66)/Rams (‘78-82) 47-44 (.516) 7. , Cin. 20 709 448 63.2 5,064 32 25 84.9 3. Ed Hughes 1963 Hou. (‘71) 4-9-1 (.321) 8. , Sea. 21 721 442 61.3 5,002 33 17 87.5 4. Jerry Smith 1971 Den. (‘71) 2-3 (.400) 9. Derek Anderson, Cle. 20 644 364 56.5 4,580 34 27 78.9 5. Red Miller 1963-65 Den. (‘77-80) 42-25 (.627) 10. Jay Cutler, Den. 21 604 378 62.6 4,498 29 19 88.2 6. Sam Rutigliano 1967-70 Cle. (‘78-84) 47-52 (.475) 7. Rod Dowhower 1980-82 Ind. (‘85-86) 5-24 (.172) CUTLER CLIMBING DENVER PASSING CHARTS 8. Mike Shanahan ‘84-87, ‘89-91 Raiders (‘88-89)/Den. (‘95-Pres.) After totaling 3,497 passing yards in 2007, third-year quarterback 146-95-0 (.606) Jay Cutler ranks ninth in Denver history in career passing yards 9. Dick MacPherson 1967-70 N.E. (‘91-92) 8-24 (.250) (4,498). 10. Wade Phillips 1989-92 N.O. (‘85)/Den. (‘93-94) Buf. (‘98-00)/Atl. (‘03)/Dal. (‘07) 61-46 (.570) MOST PASSING YARDS, CAREER, BRONCOS HISTORY 11. Chan Gailey 1985-90 Dal. (‘98-99) 18-16 (.529) Player Att. Com. Pct. Yds TD INT Rtg. 12. 1993-94 NYG (‘97-03) 60-56-1 (.517) 1. John Elway, 1983-98 7,250 4,123 56.9 51,475 300 226 79.9 13. Mike Nolan 1987-92 S.F. (‘05-Pres.) 16-32 (.333) 2. Craig Morton, 1977-82 1,594 907 56.9 11,895 74 65 79.1 14. Gary Kubiak 1995-05 Hou. (‘06-Pres.) 14-18 (.438) 3. Brian Griese, 1998-2002 1,678 1,044 62.2 11,763 71 53 84.1 Note: Bold denotes active NFL head coach. 4. Jake Plummer, 2003-06 1,596 944 59.1 11,631 71 47 84.3 5. Frank Tripucka, 1960-63 1,277 662 51.8 7,676 51 85 55.9 NALEN SECOND IN CAREER STARTS BY A BRONCO 6. , 1972-75 970 517 53.3 7,238 52 52 73.1 Center Tom Nalen ranks second in career starts by a Bronco with 7. Steve Ramsey, 1971-76 919 456 49.6 6,437 35 58 59.0 188. Only John Elway (231 starts) has started more games in a Denver 8. Steve Tensi, 1967-70 810 348 43.0 5,153 38 45 56.9 9. Jay Cutler, 2006-Pres. 604 378 62.6 4,498 29 19 88.2 uniform than Nalen, who also is third in career games played (194) as a Bronco. CUTLER COMPLETES SECOND SEASON Nalen is the longest-tenured player on Denver’s roster, having joined the club in 1994 as a seventh-round draft choice from . Selected by Denver in the first round (11th overall) of the 2006 NFL The veteran also is the only remaining player from the Broncos’ back- Draft from Vanderbilt University, quarterback Jay Cutler completed to-back Super Bowl championship teams of 1997 and ‘98. his second professional season in 2007. Below is where Cutler, who was in his first season as a full-time CAREER STARTS, BRONCOS HISTORY starter in 2007, ranked in the NFL among other quarterbacks last Player Pos. Starts Years season. 1. John Elway QB 231 1983-98 2. Tom Nalen C 188 1994-Pres. JAY CUTLER NFL RANKINGS AMONG QUARTERBACKS, 2007 3. Billy Thompson DB 178 1969-81 Category No. NFL Rank 4. Tom Jackson LB 177 1973-86 Attempts 467 12th Barney Chavous DE 177 1973-85 Completions 297 T-10th 6. Dennis Smith S 170 1981-94 Comp. Pct. 63.6 13th Passing Yards 3,497 10th CAREER GAMES PLAYED, BRONCOS HISTORY Yds./Attempt 7.49 9th Name Games Years Played Touchdown Passes 20 13th 1. Jason Elam 236 1993-2007 TD Percentage 4.3 15th 2. John Elway 234 1983-98 Interceptions 14 T-21st 3. Tom Nalen 194 1994-Pres. INT Percentage 3.0 15th 4. Tom Jackson 191 1973-86 Passer Rating 88.1 12th 5. Paul Howard 187 1973-86 Rushing Yards 205 4th 6. Dennis Smith 184 1981-94 DENVER AT ARIZONA — 22 — FRIDAY, AUG. 29, 2008 broncos 2008 weekly release PLAYER NOTES

THE BRONCOS’ RECORD WHEN JAY CUTLER... (Regular-season starts only) Situation Record Situation Record Throws 0 touchdown passes: ...... 0-4 Plays on Sunday: ...... 8-9 Throws 1+touchdown passes: ...... 9-8 Plays on Monday: ...... 1-2 Throws 2+touchdown passes: ...... 6-3 Plays on Thursday: ...... 0-1 Throws 3+touchdown passes: ...... 2-0 Plays on Saturday: ...... 0-0 Throws 4+touchdown passes: ...... 1-0 Plays in September: ...... 2-2 Throws for less than 200 yards: ...... 2-5 Plays in October: ...... 1-2 Throws for 200+ yards: ...... 7-7 Plays in November: ...... 2-2 Throws for 250+ yards: ...... 3-3 Plays in December: ...... 4-6 Throws for 300+ yards: ...... 1-1 Plays at home: ...... 6-5 Was not intercepted: ...... 3-4 Plays on the road: ...... 3-7 Was intercepted: ...... 6-8 Plays outside: ...... 8-10 Was not sacked: ...... 1-0 Plays inside: ...... 1-2 Was sacked: ...... 8-12 Faces the AFC: ...... 7-7 Rushes for 1+touchdowns: ...... 0-1 Faces the NFC: ...... 2-5 Rushes for 50+yards: ...... 0-0 Faces the AFC West: ...... 3-4 MOST PASSING YARDS IN A SEASON, BRONCOS HISTORY CUTLER AMONG LEAGUE LEADERS Player Att. Comp. Pct. Yds TD INT Rtg. IN YARDS PER ATTEMPT, PASSING YARDS 1. Jake Plummer, 2004 521 303 58.2 4,089 27 20 84.5 2. John Elway, 1993 551 348 63.2 4,030 25 10 92.8 In his first season as a full-time starter in 2007, quarterback Jay 3. John Elway, 1995 542 316 58.3 3,970 26 14 86.4 Cutler placed ninth in the NFL in yards per attempt (7.49) and 10th 4. John Elway, 1985 605 327 54.0 3,891 22 23 70.2 in the league in passing yards (3,497). His 3,497 passing yards 5. John Elway, 1997 502 280 55.8 3,635 27 11 87.5 marked the seventh-highest single-season total in Broncos history. 6. John Elway, 1990 502 294 58.6 3,526 15 14 78.5 Cutler had three games in 2007 in which he averaged at least 9.5 7. Jay Cutler, 2007 467 297 63.6 3,497 20 14 88.1 yards per pass, including a season-best 9.74-yard average at JAY CUTLER 300-YARD PASSING GAMES, 2007 (CAREER) Chicago on Nov. 25 that helped him record the second 300-yard Date Opponent Att. Comp. Pct. Yds TD INT Rtg. passing outing of his career. He finished the season with two 300- 1. Sept. 9, 2007 at Buffalo 39 23 59.0 304 1 1 81.6 2. Nov. 25, 2007 at Chicago 31 17 54.8 302 2 1 96.4 yard passing games, reaching that total at Buffalo on Sept. 9 (304 yds.) and at Chicago on Nov. 25 (302 yds.). CUTLER RANKS WITH NFL’S BEST ROOKIES MOST YARDS PER PASS ATTEMPT, NFL, 2007 Player Att. Yards Y/A Jay Cutler finished his first NFL season in 2006 by recording the sec- 1. Tom Brady, N.E. 578 4,806 8.31 ond-highest touchdown percentage by a league rookie since the 1970 2. Tony Romo, Dal. 520 4,211 8.10 merger, throwing nine touchdown passes in 137 attempts (6.57%). 3. Peyton Manning, Ind. 515 4,040 7.84 The quarterback also totaled the third-best touchdown to intercep- 4. Ben Roethlisberger, Pit. 404 3,154 7.81 tion ratio by a rookie since the 1970 merger, throwing nine touch- 5. Brett Favre, G.B. 535 4,155 7.77 downs to only five interceptions (1.80 ratio). 6. Matt Schaub, Hou. 289 2,241 7.75 HIGHEST TOUCHDOWN PERCENTAGE, NFL ROOKIES, SINCE 1970 MERGER 7. David Garrard, Jac. 325 2,509 7.72 (MINIMUM 125 ATTEMPTS) 8. Kurt Warner, Ari. 451 3,417 7.58 Player Year Att. TDs Pct. 9. Jay Cutler, Den. 467 3,497 7.49 1. Dan Marino, Mia. 1983 296 20 6.76 MOST PASSING YARDS, NFL, 2007 2. Jay Cutler, Den. 2006 137 9 6.57 Player Att. Comp. Pct. Yds TD INT Rtg. 3. Jim Plunkett, N.E. 1971 328 19 5.79 1. Tom Brady, N.E. 578 398 68.9 4,806 50 8 117.2 4. Ben Roethlisberger, Pit. 2004 295 17 5.76 2. Drew Brees, N.O. 652 440 67.5 4,423 28 18 89.4 5. Jim Everett, L.A. Rams 1986 147 8 5.44 3. Tony Romo, Dal. 520 335 64.4 4,211 36 19 97.4 HIGHEST TD-TO-INT RATE, NFL ROOKIES, SINCE 1970 MERGER 4. Brett Favre, G.B. 535 356 66.5 4,155 28 15 95.7 (MINIMUM 125 ATTEMPTS) 5. Carson Palmer, Cin. 575 373 64.9 4,131 26 20 86.7 Player Year TDs INTs Ratio 6. Jon Kitna, Det. 561 355 63.3 4,068 18 20 80.9 1. Dan Marino, Mia. 1983 20 6 3.33 7. Peyton Manning, Ind. 515 337 65.4 4,040 31 14 98.0 2. Charlie Batch, Det. 1998 11 6 1.83 8. Matt Hasselbeck, Sea. 562 352 62.6 3,966 28 12 91.4 3. Jay Cutler, Den. 2006 9 5 1.80 9. Derek Anderson, Cle. 527 298 56.5 3,787 29 19 82.5 4. Shaun King, T.B. 1999 7 4 1.75 10. Jay Cutler, Den. 467 297 63.6 3,497 20 14 88.1 5. Don Majkowski, G.B. 1987 5 3 1.67 DENVER AT ARIZONA — 23 — FRIDAY, AUG. 29, 2008 broncos 2008 weekly release PLAYER NOTES Some other notes on Cutler’s rookie season in 2006: HOME, CAREER: * - Cutler became the first rookie in NFL history and one of only two G S Rec. Att. Com. Pct. Yds. TD INT Rate players in league annals (Mark Rypien) to throw at least two touch- Career 11 6 6-5 316 210 66.5 2,477 19 10 97.0 down passes in each of his first four games. He also became only the ROAD, CAREER: fifth player in NFL history and second rookie (Dan Marino) to throw G S Rec. Att. Com. Pct. Yds. TD INT Rate multiple touchdown passes in each of his first four NFL starts. Career 10 10 3-7 288 168 58.3 2,021 10 9 78.5 * - Cutler recorded the highest passer rating (88.5), completion per- AFC WEST, CAREER: centage (59.1) and touchdown percentage (6.6) among all rookies G S Rec. Att. Com. Pct. Yds. TD INT Rate in Broncos history (min. 50 attempts). Career 7 7 3-4 219 130 59.4 1,494 8 8 76.9 * - He ranked second in yards per pass attempt (7.31) among BY QUARTER, CAREER: Broncos rookies and became the first Denver rookie to throw for at Quarter Att. Com. Pct. Yds. TD INT Rate least 1,000 yards (1,001) in a season since John Elway in 1983. First 128 77 60.2 1,014 7 2 96.9 Second 150 97 64.7 1,065 8 4 92.2 CUTLER VS. 2006 FIRST-ROUND QUARTERBACKS Third 160 112 70 1,399 10 8 96.8 THROUGH FIRST 16 STARTS Fourth 155 85 54.8 967 4 5 68.9 Overtime 11 7 63.6 53 0 0 75.2 Below is a look at how Jay Cutler’s numbers through his first 16 TOTALS 604 378 62.6 4,498 29 19 88.2 starts compare with the two other quarterbacks selected in the first round of the 2006 NFL Draft. He made the 16th start of his career in MARSHALL NEARS TOP RECEPTION TOTALS the Broncos’ game at Chicago on Nov. 25. BY SECOND-YEAR PLAYERS IN LEAGUE HISTORY Cutler was picked 11th overall by Denver while was taken third by Tennessee and Matt Leinart was chosen 10th by Arizona. Cutler Brandon Marshall’s 102 receptions in 2007 marked the third-most is 2-0 in regular-season play when starting against Young (34-20 win vs. receptions by a second-year player in NFL history. Tennessee in 2007) and Leinart (37-20 win at Arizona in 2006). MOST RECEPTIONS BY A SECOND-YEAR PLAYER, NFL HISTORY FIRST 16 STARTS, 2006 1ST-ROUND QUARTERBACKS Player Year Rec. Yds. Avg. TD (Players listed by passer rating) 1. , Stl. 1995 119 1,781 15 13 Player S Record Att. Com. Pct. Yds. TD IN Rtg 2. Larry Fitzgerald, Ari. 2005 103 1,409 13.7 10 1. Jay Cutler, Den. 16 7-9-0 437 275 62.9 3,385 22 15 89.3 3. Brandon Marshall, Den. 2007 102 1,325 13.0 7 2. Matt Leinart, Ari. 16 7-9-0 480 268 55.8 3,140 13 15 71.9 4. , N.O. 2007 98 1,202 12.3 11 3. Vince Young, Ten. 16 10-6-0 400 216 54.0 2,492 14 14 70.1 5. Lionel Taylor, Den. 1960 92 1,235 13.4 12 6. Sterling Sharpe, G.B. 1989 90 1,423 15.8 12 JAY CUTLER CAREER PASSING BREAKDOWN 7. Kellen Winslow, S.D.* 1980 89 1,290 14.5 9 BY RECEIVER, CAREER: Kellen Winslow Jr., Cle.* 2006 89 875 9.8 3 * - Tight end Player Comp. Yds. Avg. LG TDs WR Brandon Marshall 108 1,471 13.6 71t 8 TE Tony Scheffler 55 722 13.1 41 9 WR 44 517 11.8 54t 2 WR Brandon Stokley 36 603 16.8 58 4 RB Selvin Young 33 216 6.5 24 0 TE Daniel Graham 22 209 9.5 28 2 WR Rod Smith 14 130 9.3 15 1 FB Cecil Sapp 14 50 3.6 16 1 WR Glenn Martinez 11 148 13.5 23 0 RB 10 62 6.2 15 0 RB Travis Henry 6 58 9.7 21 0 TE 5 62 12.4 15 0 RB 5 54 10.8 24 0 TE Nate Jackson 5 50 10.0 24 1 TE Stephen Alexander 3 32 10.7 16 1 WR Brian Clark 2 14 7.0 7 0 RB Andre Hall 2 69 34.5 65 0 WR David Kircus 2 29 14.5 18 0 FB Kyle Johnson 1 2 2.0 2 0 TOTALS 378 4,498 11.9 71t 29

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MARSHALL EMERGES MARSHALL HITS STRIDE WITH CUTLER AS QB Second-year wide receiver Brandon Marshall led the club in recep- Since Jay Cutler took over as Denver’s starting quarterback on Dec. tions (102), receiving yards (1,325) and receiving touchdowns (7) in 3, 2006, against Seattle (21 games ago), Brandon Marshall leads the 2007. He posted four 100-yard receiving games for the year, includ- Broncos in receiving yards (1,558) and receptions (116). ing two in consecutive games (vs. Kansas City on Dec. 9 and at MOST RECEIVING YARDS, BRONCOS, LAST 21 GAMES, Houston on Dec. 13). DATING BACK TO 12/3/06 VS. SEATTLE The wide receiver finished the year fifth in the league in receptions Player G Rec. Yds. Avg. TDs and sixth in receiving yards. On Denver’s all-time single-season 1. Brandon Marshall 21 116 1,558 13.4 8 lists, Marshall’s 102 grabs ranked second while his 1,325 receiving 2. Tony Scheffler 21 61 768 12.6 9 yards placed third. 3. Brandon Stokley 13 40 635 15.9 5 Marshall’s 102 catches also marked the fifth 100-reception sea- 4. Javon Walker 13 44 517 11.8 2 son by the fourth different Bronco. He also became the first 5. Daniel Graham 15 24 246 10.3 2 player selected by the Broncos in the NFL Draft to total at least 100 catches in a season. MARSHALL’S PRODUCTION RIVALS MOST RECEPTIONS, NFL, 2007 OTHER 2006 WIDEOUTS DRAFTED Player Rec. Yds. Avg. LG TDs Selected by the Broncos in the fourth round (119th overall) of 1. T.J. Houshmandzadeh, Cin. 112 1,143 10.2 42t 12 Wes Welker, N.E. 112 1,175 10.5 42 8 the 2006 NFL Draft from the University of Central Florida, Brandon 3. , Ind. 104 1,510 14.5 64 10 Marshall ranks second among wide receivers from his draft class 4. Derrick Mason, Bal. 103 1,087 10.6 79t 5 with 122 career receptions. 5. Brandon Marshall, Den. 102 1,325 13.0 68t 7 Marshall was the 16th wide receiver taken in the 2006 NFL Draft. MOST RECEIVING YARDS, NFL, 2007 MOST CAREER RECEPTIONS, 2006 WIDE RECEIVERS DRAFTED Player Rec. Yds. Avg. LG TDs Player Draft Rec. Yds. Avg. TDs 1. Reggie Wayne, Ind. 104 1,510 14.5 64 10 1. Marques Colston, N.O. 7-252 168 2,240 13.3 19 2. Randy Moss, N.E. 98 1,493 15.2 65t 23 2. Brandon Marshall, Den. 3-119 122 1,634 13.4 9 3. Chad Johnson, Cin. 93 1,440 15.5 70t 8 3. Santonio Holmes, Pit. 1-25 101 1,766 17.5 10 4. Larry Fitzgerald, Ari. 100 1,409 14.1 48t 10 4. , G.B. 2-52 98 1,552 15.8 15 5. Terrell Owens, Dal. 81 1,355 16.7 52t 15 5. , Mia. 3-82 50 594 11.9 3 6. Brandon Marshall, Den. 102 1,325 13.0 68t 7 MOST RECEPTIONS, SINGLE SEASON, BRONCOS HISTORY JACKSON A TOUCHDOWN TARGET Player Rec. Yds. Avg. LG TDs 1. Rod Smith, 2001 113 1,343 11.9 65t 11 Since entering the NFL in 2000, wide receiver Darrell Jackson has 2. Brandon Marshall, 2007 102 1,325 13.0 68t 7 totaled the ninth-most touchdown catches (50) in the NFL. 3. Ed McCaffrey, 2000 101 1,317 13.0 61 9 Jackson joined the Broncos as a free agent in the offseason after 4. Rod Smith, 2000 100 1,602 16.0 49 8 playing for San Francisco (2007) and Seattle (2000-06). Lionel Taylor, 1961 100 1,176 11.8 52 4 MOST TOUCHDOWN RECEPTIONS, NFL, 2000-PRES. MOST RECEIVING YARDS, SINGLE SEASON, BRONCOS HISTORY Player Rec. Yds. Avg. LG TDs Player Gms. Rec. Yds. Avg. TD 1. Rod Smith, 2000 100 1,602 16.0 49 8 1. Terrell Owens, Dal./Phi./S.F. 111 660 9,763 14.8 99 2. Rod Smith, 2001 113 1,343 11.9 65t 11 2. Randy Moss, N.E./Oak./Min. 122 625 9,467 15.1 96 3. Brandon Marshall, 2007 102 1,325 13.0 68t 7 3. , Ind. 115 731 9,803 13.4 90 4. Ed McCaffrey, 2000 101 1,317 13.0 61 9 4. , Stl. 126 753 11,076 14.7 65 5. Steve Watson, 1981 60 1,244 20.7 95t 13 5. Hines Ward, Pit. 122 643 7,853 12.2 58 6. Plaxico Burress, NYG/Pit. 118 470 7,391 15.7 51 THE NFL’S BEST AFTER CONTACT Tony Gonzalez, K.C. 127 652 8,044 12.3 51 According to Stats Inc, Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall Joe Horn, Atl./N.O. 114 550 7,865 14.3 51 9. Darrell Jackson, S.F./Sea. 111 487 6,942 14.3 50 led the NFL in receiving yards after contact in 2007. A league-high 10. Chad Johnson, Cin. 108 559 8,365 15.0 49 319 of his 1,325 receiving yards (24.1%) came after initial contact with a defender. MOST RECEIVING YARDS AFTER CONTACT, NFL, 2007 Player Yds. After Contact Pct. 1. Brandon Marshall, Den. 1,325 319 24.1% 2. Brian Westbrook, Phi. 771 222 28.8% 3. Jerricho Cotchery, NYJ 1,130 220 19.5% 4. , G.B. 1,048 213 20.3% 5. Jason Witten, Dal. 1,145 193 16.9%

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SCHEFFLER SOLID DOWN THE STRETCH YOUNG AMONG NFL’S BEST Broncos tight end Tony Scheffler has been one of the league’s top UNDRAFTED BACKS IN ‘07 players at his position during the final eight games of his first two With 729 rushing yards in 2007, Selvin Young became the sixth professional seasons. undrafted rookie in league history since the inception of the com- He ranks sixth among NFL tight ends in receiving yards totaled mon draft in 1967 to total at least 500 rushing yards. The University during the second half of a season since entering the NFL in 2006, of Texas product finished the year ranked third in league annals in posting 607 of his 835 career yards (72.7%) during that span. rushing yards by an undrafted rookie. MOST RECEIVING YARDS DURING THE FINAL His play marked the second consecutive year that a Broncos EIGHT GAMES OF A SEASON, NFL TIGHT ENDS, 2006-07 undrafted rookie running back reached the 500-yard mark. In 2006, Player Gms. Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Mike Bell (University of Arizona) totaled the fifth-most rushing yards 1. Chris Cooley, Was. 16 72 959 13.3 6 (677) and tied for the second-most rushing touchdowns (8) by an 2. Tony Gonzalez, K.C. 15 82 953 11.6 3 undrafted rookie in NFL history. 3. Jason Witten, Dal. 16 84 915 10.9 2 Denver is the only franchise to have two undrafted rookies each 4. Antonio Gates, S.D. 16 65 853 13.1 9 reach 500 rushing yards in a season. Kellen Winslow, Cle. 16 78 853 10.9 2 6. Tony Scheffler, Den. 13 45 607 13.5 7 MOST RUSHING YARDS BY UNDRAFTED ROOKIES, NFL HISTORY (SINCE INCEPTION OF COMMON NFL DRAFT IN 1967) YOUNG CONTRIBUTES IN FIRST YEAR Player Year Att. Yds. Avg. TD 1. , Ind.* 2001 233 1,104 4.7 9 Rookie running back Selvin Young, who joined the Broncos in 2007 2. Fred Lane, Car.* 1997 182 809 4.4 7 as a college free agent from the University of Texas, ranked fourth in 3. Selvin Young, Den.* 2007 140 729 5.2 1 the NFL in rushing average (5.2) among players with at least 125 car- 4. Clark Gaines, NYJ* 1976 157 724 4.6 3 ries last season. Young also finished the campaign with the third-most 5. Mike Bell, Den. 2006 157 677 4.3 8 rushing yards (729) among league rookies and led the Broncos’ 6. Samkon Gado, G.B.* 2005 143 582 4.1 6 ground game for the season, becoming the first undrafted rookie * - Led club in rushing ever to accomplish that feat. The running back posted the first two 100-yard rushing games of his YOUNG CLIMBS DENVER ROOKIE CHARTS career during the Broncos’ wins against the Chiefs. By doing so, he Selvin Young’s 729 rushing yards in 2007 were the sixth most by became the 12th different Bronco to record at least 100 rushing yards a rookie in Broncos history. in a regular-season game under Mike Shanahan (1995-Pres.), a total that ties with Carolina for the most in the league since 1995. MOST RUSHING YARDS BY A ROOKIE, BRONCOS HISTORY Player Year Rd. Att. Yds. Avg. TDs Young posted 15 runs of at least 10 yards in 2007, including a 1. Clinton Portis 2002 2nd 273 1,508 5.5 15 career-best 50-yard rush against Kansas City on Dec. 9. 2. Mike Anderson 2000 6th 297 1,487 5.0 15 RUSHING AVERAGE, NFL, 2007 3. Olandis Gary 1999 4th 276 1,159 4.2 7 (min. 125 carries) 4. Terrell Davis 1995 6th 237 1,117 4.7 7 Player Att. Yds. Avg. LG TDs 5. Bobby Humphrey 1989 1st 294 1,151 3.9 7 1. Adrian Peterson, Min. 238 1,341 5.6 73t 12 6. Selvin Young 2007 CFA 140 729 5.2 1 2. Fred Taylor, Jac. 223 1,202 5.4 80t 5 7. Mike Bell 2006 CFA 157 677 4.3 8 3. Chester Taylor, Min. 157 844 5.4 84t 7 8. Billy Joe 1963 11th 154 646 4.2 4 4. Selvin Young, Den. 140 729 5.2 50 1 9. Rob Lytle 1977 2nd 104 408 3.9 1 5. Ryan Grant, G.B. 188 956 5.1 66t 8 10. Tatum Bell 2004 2nd 75 396 5.3 3 RUSHING YARDS, NFL ROOKIES, 2007 11. Floyd Little 1967 1st 130 381 2.9 1 Player Att. Yds. Avg. LG TDs 1. Adrian Peterson, Min. 238 1,341 5.6 73t 12 2. Marshawn Lynch, Buf. 280 1,115 4.0 56t 7 3. Selvin Young, Den. 140 729 5.2 50 1

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PITTMAN SHOWS PASS-CATCHING ABILITY PLENTY OF PICKS Running back Michael Pittman, whom the Broncos signed as an Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey owns four multiple-intercep- unrestricted free agent from Tampa Bay in the offseason, has estab- tion games for his career. lished himself as one of the NFL’s top receiving threats out of the CHAMP BAILEY MULTIPLE-INTERCEPTION GAMES, CAREER backfield during his 10 years in the league. Game INTs Yds. Pittman’s 3,400 career receiving yards rank second in the NFL 1. 10/17/99 at Ari. 3 51 among active running backs. 2. 9/10/00 at Det. 2 0 3. 11/5/06 at Pit. 2 5 MOST RECEIVING YARDS, ACTIVE NFL RUNNING BACKS 4. 12/17/06 at Ari. 2 37 Player Years Rec. Yds. Avg. TD 1. Warrick Dunn, Atl./T.B. 1997-Pres. 463 4,009 8.7 15 IT STARTS WITH BAILEY 2. Michael Pittman, T.B./Ari. 1998-Pres. 415 3,400 8.2 8 3. LaDainian Tomlinson, S.D. 2001-Pres. 458 3,375 7.4 14 Cornerback Champ Bailey, who earned the eighth consecutive Pro 4. Edgerrin James, Ari./Ind. 1999-Pres. 418 3,260 7.8 11 Bowl nomination of his career in 2007, made the 100th start of his 5. Brian Westbrook, Phi. 2002-Pres. 347 3,207 9.2 23 career in Denver’s win against New England on Oct. 16, 2005. Bailey’s 141 starts trail only Buccaneers cornerback Ronde Barber BAILEY PRO BOWL STREAK (143) for most starts in the NFL since he entered the NFL in 1999. Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey was named to the Pro Bowl for He started 99 consecutive games to begin his career before a the eighth consecutive season in 2007, a streak that is the longest in hamstring injury forced him inactive for Denver’s games at NFL history at his position group. His eight career Pro Bowl selec- Jacksonville (10/2) and vs. Washington (10/9) in 2005. Those two tions also tie for the second most by a cornerback in NFL history. contests, along with Denver’s game vs. Pittsburgh (10/21/07 - Bailey also joins Chiefs tight end Tony Gonzalez and former quadriceps), are the only three games Bailey has missed in his Ravens tackle Jonathan Ogden as one of three players in the NFL to NFL career. be selected to the Pro Bowl in each of the last eight seasons. MOST STARTS BY A CORNERBACK, NFL, 1999-Present MOST PRO BOWL SELECTIONS AT CORNERBACK, NFL HISTORY Cornerback Starts Player Pro Bowls Years 1. Ronde Barber, T.B. 143 1. Mike Haynes* 9 1976-80, 1982, 1984-86 2. Champ Bailey, Den. 141 2. Champ Bailey 8 2000-07 3. Sam Madison, NYG 135 Lemar Parrish 8 1970, 1971, 1974-1977, 1979-80 4. Chris McAlister, Bal. 122 Deion Sanders 8 1991-94, 1996-99 * - Pro Football Hall of Fame member A CHAMP ON OPENING DAY PLAYERS TO EARN A PRO BOWL BERTH IN Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey has recorded an interception in EACH OF THE LAST EIGHT SEASONS, NFL (2000-07) five of the nine season openers that he has played since entering Player Position Consec. Pro Bowl Berths the NFL in 1999. Champ Bailey, Den. Cornerback 8 (2000-07) CHAMP BAILEY’S INTERCEPTIONS DURING SEASON OPENERS Tony Gonzalez, K.C. Tight End 9 (1999-07) Date Opponent INT-Yds. Jonathan Ogden, Bal. Tackle 11 (1997-2007) Sept. 12, 1999 vs. Dallas 1-4 Sept. 9, 2001 at San Diego 1-5 INTERCEPTION TOTAL RISING FOR BAILEY Sept. 8, 2002 vs. Arizona 1-2 Since joining the Broncos in 2004, cornerback Champ Bailey has Sept. 12, 2004 vs. Kansas City 1-0 totaled an NFL-best 24 interceptions in regular-season play. Sept. 11, 2005 at Miami 1-11 His 18 interceptions from 2005-06 marked the most by an NFL TOTALS 5-22 player in a two-year stretch since Everson Walls had 18 intercep- tions for Dallas from 1981-82. Bailey, who also has one interception in the postseason during this time, led Denver with a career-best 10 interceptions in 2006. MOST INTERCEPTIONS, NFL, 2004-PRES. (REGULAR SEASON ONLY) Player INTs Yds. 1. Champ Bailey, Den. 24 304 2. , Bal. 22 581 3. , Min. 21 444 4. Asante Samuel, N.E. 20 258 5. Rashean Mathis, Jac. 19 290

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BAILEY OWNS BRONCOS INT STREAK RECORD BAILEY BROTHERS Cornerback Champ Bailey has posted seven streaks of consecu- Broncos linebacker Boss Bailey and cornerback Champ Bailey in tive games with an interception during his career. 2008 are set to become the fourth pair of brothers to play for the In 2006, he posted two three-game streaks with at least one inter- Broncos in team history. ception to mark the first time in his career he accomplished such a The two defenders also will be the third pair to play for the Broncos feat. He set the Broncos’ franchise record for consecutive games at the same time and first since offensive linemen Dave and Doug with an interception (5) during the 2005 season. Widell did so from 1990-92. Boss joined the Broncos as an unrestricted free agent from Detroit CHAMP BAILEY INTERCEPTION STREAKS, CAREER GAMES INT Yds. in 2008 while Champ has played for Denver since 2004 when the 1. 11/20/00 at Stl. 1 4 club acquired him in a trade from Washington. 11/26/00 vs. Phi. 1 0 BROTHERS WHO HAVE PLAYED FOR THE BRONCOS, TEAM HISTORY 2. 12/24/00 vs. Ari. 1 0 Player Position Years GP GS 9/9/01 at S.D. 1 5 Albert Carmichael Halfback 1960-61 16 N/A 3. 9/22/02 at S.F. 1 0 Paul Carmichael Halfback 1965 3 N/A 10/6/02 at Ten. 1 0 Eldon Danenhauer* Tackle 1960-65 79 N/A 4. 9/11/05 at Mia. 1 11 William Danenhauer* End 1960 4 N/A 9/18/05 vs. S.D. 1 25t Dave Widell* Center/Guard 1990-94 79 39 5. 11/13/05 at Oak. 1 18 Doug Widell* Center/Guard 1989-92 64 58 11/20/05 vs. NYJ 1 0 11/24/05 at Dal. 1 65t * - Spent at least one season on the Broncos’ roster during the same time 12/4/05 at K.C. 1 10 as his brother 12/11/05 vs. Bal. 1 10 Boss and Champ will be the ninth brother combination to play on 6. 10/9/06 vs. Bal. 1 0 10/15/06 vs. Oak. 1 0 the same team in the NFL since 2000: 10/22/06 at Cle. 1 30 BROTHERS WHO HAVE PLAYED ON THE SAME TEAM, NFL, SINCE 2000 7. 12/17/06 at Ari. 2 37 Player Position Team Years 12/24/06 vs. Cin. 1 20 Brendon Ayanbadejo Linebacker Miami 2003 12/31/06 vs. S.F. 1 70t Obafemi Ayanbadejo Running back Miami 2003 Linebacker Dallas 2007 BAILEY AND BLY FORM TOP DUO Remi Ayodele Defensive tackle Dallas 2007 Denver cornerbacks Champ Bailey and Dré Bly both entered the Chris Clemons Defensive end Washington 2005 NFL in 1999, and their production during that time has been among Nic Clemons* Defensive end Washington 2005 Andre Dyson Cornerback Tennessee 2001-02 the best in the league at the defensive back position. Kevin Dyson Wide receiver Tennessee 2001-02 Bailey’s 42 interceptions since 1999 rank as the second-highest Cornerback N.Y. Jets 2001 total in the league while Bly’s 38 interceptions are third. Jason Glenn Linebacker N.Y. Jets 2001 MOST INTERCEPTIONS, NFL, 1999-Pres. Darren Hambrick Linebacker Dallas 2000-01 Troy Hambrick Running back Dallas 2000-01 Player INTs Yds. Dale Carter Cornerback Min./N.O. 2001-02 1. Darren Sharper, Min./G.B. 51 954 Jake Reed Wide Receiver Min./N.O. 2001-02 2. Champ Bailey, Den./Was. 42 428 Darnell Walker Cornerback Detroit 2000 3. Dré Bly, Den./Det./Stl. 38 544 Marquis Walker Cornerback Detroit 2000 4. Tory James, N.E./Cin./Oak./Den. 37 362 * - Currently on the Broncos’ roster

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DUMERVIL ADDS TO MULTIPLE-SACK TOTAL CENTURY MARK AND BEYOND Second-year Broncos defensive end Elvis Dumervil posted four The Denver Broncos have had one of the most potent rushing multiple-sack games in 2007, including a three-sack effort vs. attacks in the NFL since Head Coach Mike Shanahan took over in Kansas City on Dec. 9. 1995. In addition to having six different players rush for more than Dumervil now has six multiple-sack games for his career, and he is 1,000 yards in a season (Terrell Davis, Olandis Gary, Mike fourth in the league in 2+sack games (6) since he entered the NFL in Anderson, Clinton Portis, Reuben Droughns and Tatum Bell), the 2006. His 21 career sacks rank sixth in the NFL during the last two Broncos are tops in the NFL with 93 individual 100-yard rushing seasons. games in the regular season since 1995. MOST GAMES WITH 2+SACKS, NFL, SINCE 2006 MOST INDIVIDUAL 100-YARD GAMES, NFL, 1995-PRES. Player Pos. 2+Sack Gms. 100-yd. 1. Shawne Merriman, S.D. LB 9 Team Games 2. , K.C. DE 7 1. Denver 93 , G.B. DE 7 2. Pittsburgh 87 4. Elvis Dumervil, Den. DE 6 3. Indianapolis 72 MOST SACKS, NFL, 2006-Pres. 4. Jacksonville 65 Player Sacks Yds. Kansas City 65 1. Shawne Merriman, S.D. 29.5 174.0 Seattle 65 2. Aaron Kampman, G.B. 27.5 181.0 7. Dallas 63 3. DeMarcus Ware, Dal. 25.5 197.5 8. N.Y. Jets 61 4. Jason Taylor, Mia. 24.5 137.0 9. Washington 59 5. Jared Allen, K.C. 23.0 169.5 6. Elvis Dumervil, Den. 21.0 119.0 12 DIFFERENT RUSHERS REACH 100 IN A GAME ELVIS DUMERVIL MULTIPLE-SACK GAMES, CAREER With 109 yards at Kansas City on Nov. 11, 2007, Selvin Young Game Sacks Yds. became the 12th different Bronco to reach 100 yards in a game 1. 10/15/06 vs. Oak. 2 15 under Head Coach Mike Shanahan (1995-Pres.) during regular-sea- 2. 10/22/06 at Cle. 3 16 son play. That total ties with Carolina for the most in the NFL dur- 3. 9/16/07 vs. Oak. 2 9 ing that period. 4. 9/23/07 vs. Jac. 2 10 5. 10/21/07 vs. Pit. 2 18 MOST DIFFERENT INDIVIDUAL 100-YARD RUSHERS, NFL, 1995-PRES. (Regular season only) 6. 12/9/07 vs. K.C. 3 15 100-yd. Team Rushers KOUTOUVIDES A SPECIAL-TEAMS STANDOUT 1. Denver 12 Broncos linebacker Niko Koutouvides ranks seventh in the NFL in Carolina 12 special-teams tackles (60) since entering the league in 2004. 3. Green Bay 11 He joined Denver as an unrestricted free agent in the offseason fol- 4. Baltimore 10 lowing a four-year stint with Seattle to begin his career. Koutouvides Minnesota 10 owns a total of 68 special-teams tackles in 67 career games (includ- 93 100-YARD GAMES SINCE 1995 ing postseason) and has recorded 20 contests with multiple stops on special teams. Below is a look at a player-by-player breakdown of the Broncos’ 93 individual 100-yard rushing games in the regular season since 1995. MOST SPECIAL-TEAMS TACKLES, NFL, 2004-PRES. Player Gms Tot Solo Asst. BRONCOS INDIVIDUAL 100-YARD RUSHERS, NFL, 1995-PRES. 1. Brendon Ayanbadejo, Chi./Mia. 64 80 64 16 100-yd. 2. , Bal./K.C. 64 77 68 9 Player Years Games 3. , N.E. 64 72 58 14 1. Terrell Davis 1995-2002 34 4. Quintin Mikell, Phi. 60 65 51 14 2. Clinton Portis 2002-03 18 5. Heath Farwell, Min. 39 61 50 11 3. Mike Anderson 2000-05 12 James Harrison, Pit. 59 61 46 15 4. Tatum Bell 2004-06 9 7. Niko Koutouvides, Sea. 59 60 49 11 5. Reuben Droughns 2002-04 6 6. Olandis Gary 1999-2002 4 7. Travis Henry 2007-Pres. 3 8. Selvin Young 2007-Pres. 2 Quentin Griffin 2003-05 2 10. Mike Bell 2006-Pres. 1 Aaron Craver 1995-96 1 Glyn Milburn 1995 1 TOTALS 93 DENVER AT ARIZONA — 29 — FRIDAY, AUG. 29, 2008 broncos 2008 weekly release TEAM NOTES

MOST 1,000-YARD RUSHERS SINCE 1995 O-LINE PROVIDING PASS PROTECTION The Broncos’ rushing attack has produced 11 individual 1,000- The Broncos’ offensive line, renowned for its ability to clear the yard rushing seasons since 1995, tying with Indianapolis for the way for a dominant rushing attack, also has proven to be equally highest such total in the league during that period. Denver has adept in pass protection during the last five seasons. Denver, which totaled 17 individual 1,000-yard rushing seasons in its history. set a franchise record in 2004 by allowing only 15 sacks, has given Third-year running back Tatum Bell was Denver’s 1,000-yard up the third-fewest sacks (126 for 764 yds.) in the NFL since 2003. rusher in 2006, posting 1,025 yards on the ground for his first career 1,000-yard season. Bell was the sixth different Bronco to FEWEST SACKS ALLOWED, NFL, SINCE 2003 rush for at least 1,000 yards in a season since 1995, joining Terrell Team Sacks Yards Davis, Olandis Gary, Mike Anderson, Clinton Portis and Reuben 1. Indianapolis 91 542 Droughns. 2. Green Bay 103 715 3. Denver 126 764 The Broncos’ four-year streak of having a different 1,000-yard 4. San Diego 133 917 rusher from 2003-06 was the longest of its kind in NFL history. 5. New England 136 901 MOST IND. 1,000-YARD RUSHING SEASONS, NFL, 1995-PRES. Team 1,000-Yard Seasons ‘07 leader BLOCKED KICKS BY THE BRONCOS 1. Denver 11 Young - 729 yds. Below is a look at the blocked kicks by the Broncos since 1995. The Indianapolis 11 Addai - 1,072 yds. club has blocked at least one opponent kick (field goal, PAT or punt) 3. N.Y. Jets 10 Jones - 1,119 yds. in each of the last 10 seasons entering the 2008 campaign. 4. Seattle 9 Alexander - 716 yds. BLOCKED KICKS BY DENVER SINCE 1995 BRONCOS ALL-TIME 1,000-YARD RUSHING SEASONS Year FG PAT Punt Total Player Year Yards 1995 0 0 0 0 1. Floyd Little 1971 1,133 1996 0 0 0 0 2. Otis Armstrong 1974 1,407 1997 0 0 0 0 3. Otis Armstrong 1976 1,008 1998 1 0 1 2 4. Sammy Winder 1984 1,153 1999 0 1 1 2 5. Bobby Humphrey 1989 1,151 2000 0 0 1 1 6. Bobby Humphrey 1990 1,202 2001 0 1 0 1 7. Terrell Davis 1995 1,117 2002 1 1 2 4 8. Terrell Davis 1996 1,538 2003 0 0 1 1 9. Terrell Davis 1997 1,750 2004 0 1 0 1 10. Terrell Davis 1998 2,008 2005 1 0 0 1 11. Olandis Gary 1999 1,159 2006 1 0 0 1 12. Mike Anderson 2000 1,487 2007 0 0 1 1 TOTALS 4 4 7 15 13. Clinton Portis 2002 1,508 14. Clinton Portis 2003 1,591 SPECIAL-TEAMS THREAT 15. Reuben Droughns 2004 1,240 16. Mike Anderson 2005 1,014 Glenn Martinez’s 80-yard punt return for a touchdown vs. 17. Tatum Bell 2006 1,025 Tennessee on Nov. 19 was the 17th by a Scott O’Brien-coached spe- cial-teams unit in the NFL. O’Brien in 2008 begins his 16th year coaching special teams in the NFL and his second campaign with the Broncos. O’Brien’s special teams have now accounted for a total of 32 scores other than field goals and extra points in the NFL. Below is a breakdown: SPECIAL-TEAMS SCORES BY SCOTT O’BRIEN-COACHED UNITS IN THE NFL (EXCLUDES FIELD GOALS AND EXTRA POINTS) Type No. Punt Returns 17 Kickoff Returns 9 Fake 2-Pt. Conv. 3 Fake FG for TD 1 Blocked Punt for TD 1 Blocked FG for TD 1 TOTALS 32

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DISCIPLINED PLAY BRONCOS HOLD NFL’S LONGEST Since 2004, the Broncos are tied for third in the NFL in fewest CURRENT SCORING STREAK penalties (347 for 2,724 yds.). With Minnesota’s 34-0 shutout loss to Green Bay on Nov. 11, In 2006, the Broncos finished the year committing the fewest penal- 2007, the Broncos’ 245-game scoring streak became the longest ties in the NFL (67 for 478 yds.) as well as the fewest in club history active streak in the NFL. Minnesota’s shutout against the Packers for a 16-game season. Denver also in 2006 allowed the fewest penal- snapped its streak at 260 games. ty yards (478) in any season in franchise history. Denver’s scoring streak, which began on Monday Night Football FEWEST PENALTIES, NFL, SINCE 2004 with a 16-13 overtime loss at Seattle on Nov. 30, 1992, is the Team Pen. Yds. fourth-longest such streak in NFL history. 1. N.Y. Jets 322 2,540 MOST CONSECUTIVE GAMES WITHOUT 2. Seattle 326 2,643 BEING SHUT OUT, NFL HISTORY 3. Denver 347 2,724 Team Games Years Pittsburgh 347 2,975 1. San Francisco 420 1977-2004 5. Indianapolis 353 2,724 2. Cleveland 274 1950-71 3. Minnesota 260 1991-2007 HOLD IT RIGHT THERE 4. Denver 245 1992-Present When John Elway was ruling the roost in Denver, comebacks were 5. Green Bay 233 1991-2006 often times the only thing people talked about. But since Head 6. Dallas 218 1970-85 Coach Mike Shanahan took over the reigns in 1995, the Broncos 7. Oakland 217 1966-81 8. New Orleans 216 1983-97 have learned to not allow the opponents to come back on them. In 9. Washington 201 1980-93 Shanahan’s tenure, the Broncos are 109-17 (.865) in games in which they led after three quarters, including 12-1 in 2005, 6-3 in ANATOMY OF DENVER’S SCORING STREAK 2006 and 6-1 in 2007. Denver has more often than not extended its current 245-game scor- BRONCOS RECORD WHEN LEADING AFTER THREE QUARTERS ing streak rather quickly. In the impressive run, the Broncos have Year Record Pct. scored on their first possession 96 times, including one time they 1995 6-1 .857 scored on their first touch (a punt return). Denver has scored in the 1996 10-1 .909 1997 12-0 1.000 first quarter 161 times during the streak and has had it extended by 1998 13-0 1.000 halftime 233 times. 1999 5-2 .714 Denver has had to wait until the fourth quarter to extend the streak 2000 9-1 .900 just twice (Sept. 20, 1993, at K.C. and Nov. 4, 2007, at Det.). 2001 7-2 .778 2002 8-2 .800 BREAKDOWN OF THE BRONCOS’ 245-GAME SCORING STREAK 2003 9-3 .750 SCORED ON/IN: 2004 6-0 1.000 Year Games 1st Pos. 1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q 2005 12-1 .923 1992 5 0 3 0 2 0 2006 6-3 .667 1993 16 7 8 6 1 1 2007 6-1 .857 1994 16 3 7 9 0 0 Total 109-17 .865 1995 16 7 10 5 1 0 1996 16 9 15 1 0 0 1997 16 5 12 4 0 0 1998 16 9 15 1 0 0 1999 16 8* 11 2 3 0 2000 16 8 11 5 0 0 2001 16 4 9 7 0 0 2002 16 7 11 5 0 0 2003 16 8 12 3 1 0 2004 16 6 11 5 0 0 2005 16 7 10 6 0 0 2006 16 2 6 9 1 0 2007 16 6 10 4 1 1 TOTALS 245 96 161 72 10 2 * - Includes one punt return

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REGULARS ON PRIME-TIME, BRONCOS IN DIVISIONAL PLAY GETTING TO KNOW NO. 1 CREWS The Broncos have posted at least a .500 record in AFC West play A total of 29 of Denver’s previous 45 games (inc. postseason) for the last 12 seasons (since 1996) and 29 times in club history have been broadcast by a network’s top crew or shown on prime- since the division was formed in 1970. time. This includes 15 games broadcast by CBS’ No. 1 crew, one BRONCOS 12-YEAR STREAK OF AT LEAST A .500 DIVISIONAL RECORD game broadcast by FOX’s No. 1 crew and 13 prime-time games. Year Home Away Overall In 2008, the Broncos are scheduled to appear twice on ESPN’s 1996 4-0 2-2 6-2 Monday Night Football (Sept. 8 at Oakland, Oct. 20 at New England) 1997 4-0 2-2 6-2 and once on NFL Network’s Thursday Night Football (Nov. 6 at 1998 4-0 4-0 8-0 Cleveland). 1999 2-2 2-2 4-4 2000 3-1 3-1 6-2 BROADCAST CREWS OF DENVER’S GAMES 2001 4-0 0-4 4-4 (OCT. 16, 2005 - PRES., REG. SEASON AND POSTSEASON) 2002 2-1 1-2 3-3 BOLD DENOTES NO. 1 CREW OR PRIME-TIME GAME 2003 3-0 2-1 5-1 Game Kickoff Network Crew 2004 2-1 1-2 3-3 vs. N.E. (10/16/05) 2:16 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms, Bernstein 2005 3-0 2-1 5-1 at NYG (10/23/05) 4:15 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms, Bernstein 2006 2-1 1-2 3-3 vs. Phi. (10/30/05) 2:15 p.m. FOX Stockton, Aikman, Oliver 2007 2-1 1-2 3-3 at Oak. (11/13/05) 1:05 p.m. CBS Enberg, Gannon, Keteyian vs. NYJ (11/20/05) 2:15 p.m. CBS Harlan, Cross DENVER AT HOME VS. AFC WEST at Dal. (11/24/05) 3:17 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms, Bernstein at K.C. (12/4/05) 3:15 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms, Bernstein The Broncos’ 18-4 (.818) regular-season record at home in divi- vs. Bal. (12/11/05) 2:15 p.m. CBS Criqui, Beuerlein sional play since they began playing games at INVESCO Field at at Buf. (12/17/05) 8:36 p.m. ESPN Tirico, Sharpe, Kolber Mile High in 2001 ties for the best such mark in the NFL. Under vs. Oak. (12/24/05) 2:15 p.m. CBS Enberg, Dierdorf, Keteyian Head Coach Mike Shanahan (1995-Pres.), the Broncos own a 37-9 at S.D. (12/31/05) 1:35 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms, Bernstein (.804) regular-season record at home in divisional play that also vs. N.E. (1/14/06) 6:16 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms, Bernstein vs. Pit. (1/22/06) 1:08 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms, Bernstein, Keteyian ties for the best in the NFL during that period. at Stl. (9/10/06) 12:02 p.m. CBS Gumbel, Dierdorf BEST HOME RECORDS IN DIVISIONAL PLAY, NFL, 2001-PRESENT vs. K.C. (9/17/06) 2:16 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms Team Record Pct. at N.E. (9/24/06) 8:20 p.m. NBC Michaels, Madden, Kremer 1. Denver 18-4-0 .818 vs. Bal. (10/9/06) 6:41 p.m. ESPN Tirico, Theismann, Kornheiser vs. Oak. (10/15/06) 6:21 p.m. NBC Michaels, Madden, Kremer New England 18-4-0 .818 at Cle. (10/22/06) 4:06 p.m. CBS Enberg, Cross Seattle 18-4-0 .818 vs. Ind. (10/29/06) 2:15 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms 4. Indianapolis 16-6-0 .727 at Pit. (11/5/06) 4:15 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms Kansas City 16-6-0 .727 at Oak. (11/12/06) 1:05 p.m. CBS Eagle, Wilcots BEST HOME RECORDS IN DIVISIONAL PLAY, NFL, 1995-PRESENT vs. S.D. (11/19/06) 6:21 p.m. NBC Michaels, Madden, Kremer at K.C. (11/23/06) 7:12 p.m. NFLN Gumbel, Collinsworth Team Record Pct. vs. Sea. (12/3/06) 6:20 p.m. NBC Michaels, Madden, Kremer 1. Denver 37-9-0 .804 at S.D. (12/10/06) 1:15 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms Green Bay 37-9-0 .804 at Ari. (12/17/06) 2:05 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms 3. Kansas City 35-11-0 .761 vs. Cin. (12/24/06) 2:15 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms 4. Minnesota 33-13-0 .717 vs. S.F. (12/31/06) 2:15 p.m. FOX Menefee, Johnston, Siragusa 5. Dallas 32-14-0 .696 at Buf. (9/9/07) 1 p.m. CBS Johnson, Cross vs. Oak. (9/16/07) 2:15 p.m. CBS Harlan, Gannon FREE-AGENCY ERA SUCCESS (SINCE 1993) vs. Jac. (9/23/07) 2:05 p.m. CBS Enberg, Cross at Ind. (9/30/07) 4:15 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms Since the league’s current free-agent system began in 1993, the vs. S.D. (10/7/07) 2:15 p.m. CBS Nantz, Simms Broncos have been extremely successful. In fact, the team has the vs. Pit. (10/21/07) 6:15 p.m. NBC Michaels, Madden, Kremer NFL’s fourth-best record, 146-94 (.608), during this time. Below are vs. G.B. (10/29/07) 6:40 p.m. ESPN Tirico, Jaworski, Kornheiser the NFL’s top teams since free agency began: at Det. (11/4/07) 1 p.m. CBS Harlan, Gannon at K.C. (11/11/07) 12 p.m. CBS Gumbel, Dierdorf NFL’S WINNINGEST TEAMS SINCE FREE AGENCY BEGAN (1993) vs. Ten. (11/19/07) 6:30 p.m. ESPN Tirico, Jaworski, Kornheiser Playoff Super Bowl at Chi. (11/25/07) 3:15 p.m. CBS Gumbel, Dierdorf Team Record Berths Wins at Oak. (12/2/07) 1:05 p.m. CBS Macatee, Beuerlein 1. Green Bay 152-88 (.633) 11 1 vs. K.C. (12/9/07) 2:15 p.m. CBS Johnson, Tasker 2. New England 150-90 (.625) 10 3 at Hou. (12/13/07) 6:15 p.m. NFLN Hammond, Collinsworth 3. Pittsburgh 148-91-1 (.619) 10 1 at S.D. (12/24/07) 5 p.m. ESPN Tirico, Jaworski, Kornheiser vs. Min. (12/30/07) 2:15 p.m. FOX Rosen, Ryan 4. Denver 146-94 (.608) 8 2 5. Kansas City 135-105 (.563) 6 0

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INVESCO FIELD PROVIDES HOMEFIELD ADVANTAGE HOME, SWEET HOME Since moving into INVESCO Field at Mile High before the start of The Broncos have amassed the NFL’s best home record since the 2001 season, the Broncos have compiled a 40-16 (.714) record 1974 in the regular season and postseason. Denver also has the at the stadium in regular-season action. The record includes a per- most regular-season home victories in the league since 1974 and fect 8-0 mark in 2005 that was part of the club’s 13-game regular- the most total victories during that time: season home winning streak. TOP HOME RECORDS, NFL, 1974-PRES. Denver’s .714 winning percentage at INVESCO Field at Mile High Team Regular Season Postseason Total Pct. ties for fifth in the NFL since 2001. 1. Denver 196-68-1 (.742) 12-3 (.800) 208-71-1 .745 BEST HOME RECORDS, NFL, 2001-PRESENT (REG. SEASON) 2. Pittsburgh 187-75-1 (.713) 15-6 (.714) 202-81-1 .713 Team Record Pct. 3. Miami 178-83-1 (.682) 11-6 (.647) 189-89-1 .679 1. New England 45-11-0 .803 4. Dallas 175-89-0 (.663) 14-5 (.737) 189-94-0 .668 2. Seattle 42-14-0 .750 5. Washington 164-98-1 (.625) 10-1 (.909) 174-99-1 .637 3. Indianapolis 41-15-0 .732 4. Pittsburgh 41-14-1 .741 FIVE UNDEFEATED HOME SCHEDULES 5. Denver 40-16-0 .714 Denver has proven to provide one of the NFL’s best homefield Baltimore 40-16-0 .714 advantages as evidenced by the Broncos five undefeated home 7. Kansas City 36-20-0 .643 schedules. Four of Denver’s five unbeaten home records have come 8. St. Louis 34-22-0 .607 under Head Coach Mike Shanahan (1995-Present). Denver went THE NFL’S BEST AT HOME SINCE 1995 undefeated at home in three consecutive seasons under Shanahan from 1996-98 and was 8-0 at home in 1981. The Broncos’ 79-25 record at home since 1995 under Head Coach Mike Shanahan accounts for a .760 winning percentage that is the UNDEFEATED HOME SCHEDULES, BRONCOS HISTORY league’s best during that time. Year Home Record Overall Record 2005 8-0 13-3 BEST HOME RECORDS, NFL, REGULAR SEASON, SINCE 1995 1998 8-0 14-2 Team W L T Pct. 1997 8-0 12-4 1. Denver 79 25 0 .760 1996 8-0 13-3 2. Green Bay 78 26 0 .750 1981 8-0 10-6 3. New England 74 30 0 .712 4. Kansas City 73 31 0 .702 Denver’s five unbeaten home records are the most in the NFL 5. Pittsburgh 72 31 1 .697 since the league adopted a 16-game schedule in 1978. There have 6. Minnesota 71 33 0 .683 been 39 undefeated home records in the NFL during that time with BRONCOS RECORD AT HOME, REGULAR SEASON, SINCE 1995 the most recent being New England in 2007. Year W L T Pct. MOST UNDEFEATED HOME RECORDS, NFL, SINCE 1978 1995 6 2 0 .750 (16-GAME SCHEDULE) 1996 8 0 0 1.000 Team Undefeated Home Records 1997 8 0 0 1.000 1. Denver 5 1998 8 0 0 1.000 2. Green Bay 3 1999 3 5 0 .375 Kansas City 3 2000 6 2 0 .750 New England 3 2001 6 2 0 .750 2002 5 3 0 .625 2003 6 2 0 .750 2004 6 2 0 .750 2005 8 0 0 .000 2006 4 4 0 .500 2007 5 3 0 .625 TOTALS 79 25 0 .760

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BRONCOS ON THE ROAD THE NFL’S BEST THROUGH THE FIRST MONTH The Broncos are 11-10 (.524) in their last 21 road games dating The Broncos own the NFL’s best record through the first month of back to 2005 and have the league’s seventh-best road record (51- the season during the last 11 years (1997-2007) with a 28-12-0 53) since 1995. (.700) mark. Denver posted a 2-2 record through the first month of the 2007 BEST ROAD RECORDS, NFL, REGULAR SEASON, SINCE 1995 Team W L T Pct. season. 1. New England 61 43 0 .587 TOP OPENING MONTH RECORDS, NFL, 1997-Pres. 2. Green Bay 56 48 0 .538 Team W L T Pct. Indianapolis 56 48 0 .538 1. Denver 28 12 0 .700 4. Pittsburgh 55 49 0 .529 2. New England 24 12 0 .667 Tennessee 55 49 0 .529 3. Jacksonville 24 13 0 .649 6. N.Y. Giants 51 52 1 .495 Indianapolis 24 13 0 .649 7. Denver 51 53 0 .490 5. Seattle 25 14 0 .641 BRONCOS RECORD ON THE ROAD, REGULAR SEASON, SINCE 1995 Year W L T Pct. DENVER VS. NFC CLUBS 1995 2 6 0 .250 Under Head Coach Mike Shanahan (1995-Present), the Broncos 1996 5 3 0 .625 have compiled a 32-20 record (.615) in their 52 games played against 1997 4 4 0 .500 1998 6 2 0 .750 NFC teams. The club faces the NFC South in 2008, playing vs. New 1999 3 5 0 .375 Orleans (Sept. 21), vs. Tampa Bay (Oct. 5), at Atlanta (Nov. 16) and 2000 5 3 0 .625 at Carolina (Dec. 14). 2001 2 6 0 .250 The Broncos’ win percentage at home against NFC clubs since 2002 4 4 0 .500 1995 is .731 off a 19-7 record in those contests. On the road, 2003 4 4 0 .500 Denver is 13-13 (.500) against NFC teams since 1995. 2004 4 4 0 .500 2005 5 3 0 .625 DENVER’S RECORD IN NFC PLAY, SINCE 1995 2006 5 3 0 .625 Year Division Overall Home Away Win Pct. 2007 2 6 0 .250 1995 NFC East 2-2 2-0 0-2 .500 TOTALS 51 53 0 .490 1996 NFC Central 3-1 2-0 1-1 .750 1997 NFC West 3-1 2-0 1-1 .750 STARTING OFF RIGHT AT HOME 1998 NFC East 3-1 2-0 1-1 .750 1999 NFC Central 2-2 1-1 1-1 .500 The Broncos have won 10 of their last 11 games at home in 2000 NFC West 3-1 2-0 1-1 .750 September with their lone loss during that period occurring against 2001 NFC East 3-1 1-1 2-0 .750 Jacksonville with a 23-14 defeat on Sept. 23. 2002 NFC West 4-0 2-0 2-0 1.000 2003 NFC North 1-3 1-1 0-2 .250 BRONCOS AT HOME IN SEPTEMBER, 2002-Present 2004 NFC South 3-1 1-1 2-0 .750 Date Opponent Result 2005 NFC East 3-1 2-0 1-1 .750 Sept. 8, 2002 St. Louis W, 23-16 2006 NFC West 1-3 0-2 1-1 .333 Sept. 22, 2002 Buffalo W, 28-23 2007 NFC North 1-3 1-1 0-2 .333 Sept. 22, 2003 Oakland W, 31-10 2008 NFC South TBD TBD TBD TBD Sept. 28, 2003 Detroit W, 20-16 TOTALS 32-20 19-7 13-13 .615 Sept. 12, 2004 Kansas City W, 34-24 Sept. 26, 2004 San Diego W, 23-13 INTERCONFERENCE RECORD Sept. 18, 2005 San Diego W, 20-17 The Broncos’ .556 winning percentage off a 78-62-2 record in Sept. 26, 2005 Kansas City W, 30-10 interconference play since the 1970 AFL-NFL merger ranks as the Sept. 17, 2006 Kansas City W, 9-6 OT fifth-best mark in the NFL. Sept. 16, 2007 Oakland W, 23-20 OT Sept. 23, 2007 Jacksonville L, 23-14 INTERCONFERENCE RECORDS SINCE 1970 MERGER Team Record Pct. 1. Miami 90-48-0 .652 2. Oakland 87-55-1 .612 3. Pittsburgh 82-53-1 .607 4. Dallas 79-57-0 .581 5. Denver 78-62-2 .556

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BEEN THERE, DONE THAT With five former NFL players serving as Denver coaches in 2008, the Broncos had a combined 51 years and 734 regular-season games of NFL playing experience on their coaching staff. Below are Denver’s five coaches with previous NFL playing expe- rience that give it one of the league’s most knowledgeable staffs during the 2008 season. 2008 DENVER COACHES WITH NFL PLAYING EXPERIENCE Yrs. Gms. Years Coach Pos. Exp. Played Played Ronnie Bradford (DBs) DB 10 133 1993-95 Keith Burns (Spec. Teams Asst.) LB 13 197 1994-06 (Off. Coord./OL) LB 9 128 1982-90 Jim Ryan (Linebackers) LB 10 150 1979-88 Steve Watson (Assoc. H.C.) WR 9 126 1979-87 TOTAL 51 734 ALL IN THE FAMILY Denver’s 2008 coaching staff includes five individuals who once played for the team. 2008 DENVER COACHES WHO ONCE PLAYED FOR THE BRONCOS Gms. (Starts) Coach Pos. with Denver Years Ronnie Bradford (Defensive Backs) DB 26 (3) 1993-95 Started three games at cornerback for Denver during the 1993 season. Keith Burns (Spec. Teams Asst.) LB 166 (3) ‘94-98, ‘00-03, ‘05-06 Led or tied for the Broncos season lead in special-teams tackles seven times. Rick Dennison (Off. Coord/OL) LB 128 (52) 1982-90 Ranked second on the Broncos with 133 tackles in 1988. Jim Ryan (Linebackers) LB 150 (91) 1979-88 Led Denver with 125 tackles in 1987 and was on two Super Bowl teams. Steve Watson (Assoc. H.C.) WR 126 (87) 1979-87 Posted three 1,000-yard seasons for Denver and had 16 100-yard games.

DENVER AT ARIZONA — 35 — FRIDAY, AUG. 29, 2008 broncos 2008 weekly release RECORDS WATCH 2008 DENVER BRONCOS RECORDS UPDATE (as of 2008 Preseason) CAREER TOUCHDOWN PASSES, BRONCOS CB CHAMP BAILEY QB JAY CUTLER Rk. Player (Yrs.) TDs 1. John Elway, 1983-98 300 CAREER INTERCEPTIONS, BRONCOS CAREER PASSING YARDS, BRONCOS 2. Craig Morton, 1977-82 74 Rk. Player (Yrs.) INTs Rk. Player (Yrs.) Yds. 3t. Jake Plummer, 2003-06 71 1. Steve Foley, 1976-1986 44 1. John Elway, 1983-98 51,475 3t. Brian Griese, 1998-2002 71 2. Goose Gonsoulin, 1960-1966 43 2. Craig Morton, 1977-82 11,895 5. Charley Johnson, 1972-75 52 3. Billy Thompson, 1969-1981 40 3. Brian Griese, 1998-2002 11,763 6. Frank Tripucka, 1960-63 51 4. Tyrone Braxton, 1987-93; ‘95-99 34 4. Jake Plummer, 2003-06 11,631 7. Steve Tensi, 1967-70 38 5. Mike Harden, 1980-1988 33 5. Frank Tripucka, 1960-63 7,676 8. Steve Ramsey, 1971-76 35 6. Dennis Smith, 1981-1994 30 6. Charley Johnson, 1972-75 7,238 9. Jay Cutler, 2006-Pres. 29 7. Louis Wright, 1975-1986 26 7. Steve Ramsey, 1971-76 6,437 10. Mickey Slaughter, 1963-66 23 8t. Champ Bailey, 2004-Pres. 24 8. Steve Tensi, 1967-70 5,153 CAREER 300-YARD GAMES, BRONCOS 9. Jay Cutler, 2006-Pres. 4,498 8t. Steve Atwater, 1989-1998 24 Rk. Player (Yrs.) Gms. 10t. Randy Gradishar, 1974-1983 20 10. Steve DeBerg, 1981-83 3,819 1. John Elway, 1983-98 40 10t. Tom Jackson, 1973-1986 20 CAREER PASSING ATTEMPTS, BRONCOS 2. Brian Griese, 1998-2002 12 12t. Ray Crockett, 1994-2000 17 Rk. Player (Yrs.) Att. 3. Frank Tripucka, 1960-63 5 12t. Charlie Greer, 1968-1974 17 1. John Elway, 1983-98 7,250 4t. Charley Johnson, 1972-75 4 14. Steve Wilson, 1982-1988 16 2. Brian Griese, 1998-2002 1,678 4t. Craig Morton, 1977-82 4 15t. Willie Brown, 1963-1966 15 3. Jake Plummer, 2003-06 1,596 6t. Jake Plummer, 2003-06 3 15t. Deltha O'Neal, 2000-2003 15 4. Craig Morton, 1977-82 1,594 6t. Steve DeBerg, 1981-83 3 CAREER INT RETURN YDS., BRONCOS 5. Frank Tripucka, 1960-63 1,277 8. Jay Cutler, 2006-Pres. 2 Rk. Player (Yrs.) Yds. 6. Charley Johnson, 1972-75 970 9t. Gus Frerotte, 2000-01 1 1. Billy Thompson, 1969-1981 784 7. Steve Ramsey, 1971-76 919 9t. , 1964-65 1 2. Mike Harden, 1980-1988 643 8. Steve Tensi, 1967-70 810 9t. John McCormick, 1963-66, ‘68 1 9. Jay Cutler, 2006-Pres. 604 3. Steve Foley, 1976-1986 622 9t. Marlin Briscoe, 1968 1 4. Tyrone Braxton, 1987-93; ‘95-99 614 10. Mickey Slaughter, 1963-66 584 9t. Steve Tensi, 1967-70 1 5. Goose Gonsoulin, 1960-1966 542 CAREER PASS COMPLETIONS, BRONCOS CAREER RUSHING YDS. BY A QB, BRONCOS 6. Dennis Smith, 1981-1994 431 Rk. Player (Yrs.) Comp. Rk. Player (Yrs.) Yds. 7. Steve Atwater, 1989-1998 408 1. John Elway, 1983-98 4,123 1. John Elway, 1983-98 3,407 8. Louis Wright, 1975-1986 360 2. Brian Griese, 1998-2002 1,044 2. Jake Plummer, 2003-06 670 9. Tom Jackson, 1973-1986 340 3. Jake Plummer, 2003-06 944 3. Brian Griese, 1998-2002 516 10. Randy Gradishar, 1974-1983 335 4. Craig Morton, 1977-82 907 11. Champ Bailey, 2004-Pres. 304 4. Norris Weese, 1976-79 362 5. Frank Tripucka, 1960-63 662 5. Mickey Slaughter, 1963-66 266 CAREER INTS FOR TDS, BRONCOS 6. Charley Johnson, 1972-75 517 6. Craig Morton, 1977-82 256 Rk. Player (Yrs.) TDs 7. Steve Ramsey, 1971-76 456 7. Gary Kubiak, 1983-91 238 1t. Tyrone Braxton, 1987-93; ‘95-99 4 8. Jay Cutler, 2006-Pres. 378 8. Jay Cutler, 2006-Pres. 223 1t. Mike Harden, 1980-1988 4 9. Steve Tensi, 1967-70 348 CAREER WINS AS A STARTER, BRONCOS 3t. Champ Bailey, 2004-Pres. 3 10. Steve DeBerg, 1981-83 314 Rk. Player (Yrs.) Wins 3t. Randy Gradishar, 1974-1983 3 1. John Elway, 1983-98 148 3t. Tom Jackson, 1973-86 3 2. Craig Morton, 1977-82 41 3t. Billy Thompson, 1969-1981 3 3. Jake Plummer, 2003-06 39 3t. Nemiah Wilson, 1965-67 3 4. Brian Griese, 1998-2002 27 5. Charley Johnson, 1972-75 20 6t. Steve Ramsey, 1971-76 14 6t. Frank Tripucka, 1960-63 14 8. Jay Cutler, 2006-Pres. 9 9. Steve Tensi, 1967-70 7

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CAREER RECEIVING YARDS, BRONCOS CAREER GAMES PLAYED, BRONCOS Rk. Player (Yrs.) Yds. Rk. Player (Yrs.) No. 1. Rod Smith, 1995-2007 11,389 1. Jason Elam, 1993-2007 236 2. Shannon Sharpe, 1990-99, ‘02-03 8,439 2. John Elway, 1983-98 234 3. Lionel Taylor, 1960-66 6,872 3. Tom Nalen, 1994-Pres. 194 4. Ed McCaffrey, 1995-2003 6,200 4. Tom Jackson, 1973-86 191 5. Steve Watson, 1979-87 6,112 5. Paul Howard, 1973-86 187 6. Riley Odoms, 1972-83 5,755 6. Dennis Smith, 1981-94 184 7. Vance Johnson, 1985-95 5,695 7. Rod Smith, 1995-Pres. 183 8. Haven Moses, 1972-81 5,450 8. Barney Chavous, 1973-85 182 9. Mark Jackson, 1986-92 4,746 9. Karl Mecklenburg, 1983-94 180 10. Rick Upchurch, 1975-83 4,369 10. Bill Thompson, 1969-81 179 11. Al Denson, 1964-70 4,150 CAREER GAMES STARTED, BRONCOS 12. Ashley Lelie, 2002-05 3,007 Rk. Player (Yrs.) No. 13. Anthony Miller, 1994-96 2,921 1. John Elway, 1983-98 231 14. Bob Scarpitto, 1962-67 2,439 2. Tom Nalen, 1994-Pres. 188 15. Floyd Little, 1967-75 2,418 3. Bill Thompson, 1969-81 178 16. Steve Sewell, 1985-91 2,354 4t. Barney Chavous, 1973-85 177 17. Clarence Kay, 1984-92 2,136 4t. Tom Jackson, 1973-86 177 18. Ricky Nattiel, 1987-92 1,972 6. Dennis Smith, 1981-94 170 19. Gerald Willhite, 1982-88 1,767 7. Ken Lanier, 1981-92, ‘94 165 20. Dwayne Carswell, 1994-2005 1,707 8. Louis Wright, 1975-86 163 21. Bill Van Heusen, 1968-76 1,684 9. Rod Smith, 1995-Pres. 158 22. Brandon Marshall, 2006-Pres. 1,634 10. Steve Atwater, 1989-98 155 CAREER RECEPTIONS, BRONCOS 11t. Billy Bryan, 1977-88 151 Rk. Player (Yrs.) Yds. 11t. Rubin Carter, 1975-86 151 1. Rod Smith, 1995-2006 849 2. Shannon Sharpe, 1990-99, ‘02-03 675 3. Lionel Taylor, 1960-66 543 4. Ed McCaffrey, 1995-2003 462 5. Vance Johnson, 1985-95 415 6. Riley Odoms, 1972-83 396 7. Steve Watson, 1979-87 353 8.. Haven Moses, 1972-81 302 9. Mark Jackson, 1986-92 276 10. Rick Upchurch, 1975-83 267 11. Al Denson, 1964-70 250 12. Floyd Little, 1967-75 215 13. Gerald Willhite, 1982-88 207 14. Sammy Winder, 1982-90 197 15. Clarence Kay, 1984-92 193 16. Dwayne Carswell, 1994-2005 192 17. Steve Sewell, 1985-91 187 18. Anthony Miller, 1994-96 175 19. Terrell Davis, 1995-2002 169 20. Ashley Lelie, 2002-05 168 21. Dave Preston, 1978-83 161 22. Bob Scarpitto, 1962-67 145 23. Jon Keyworth, 1974-80 141 24. Glyn Milburn, 1993-95 137 25. Otis Armstrong, 1973-80 131 26. Brandon Marshall, 2006-Pres. 122 DENVER AT ARIZONA — 37 — FRIDAY, AUG. 29, 2008 DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON TEAM STATISTICS (1-2) Date W-L Score OT Opponent Attendance Rushing No. Yds Avg Long TD 08/09 L 16-19 at Houston 70,020 Hall 24 113 4.7 18 1 08/16 W 23-13 Dallas 74,484 Pittman 31 90 2.9 16 0 08/22 L 24-27 Green Bay 74,213 Young 19 81 4.3 21 0 08/29 at Arizona Cutler 2 21 10.5 15t 1 Alridge 4 20 5.0 19 0

Hackney 1 16 16.0 16 0

Scheffler 1 12 12.0 12 0 Denver Opponent Hillis 1 1 1.0 1 0 Total First Downs 60 57 D. Jackson 2 1 0.5 2 0 Rushing 20 20 Sapp 1 0 0.0 0 0 Passing 30 33 Team 86 355 4.1 21 2 Penalty 10 4 Opponents 88 304 3.5 16 2

3rd Down: Made/Att 18/42 17/40 Receiving No. Yds Avg Long TD 3rd Down Pct. 42.9 42.5 Marshall 10 139 13.9 49t 2 4th Down: Made/Att 2/4 2/5 Pittman 8 35 4.4 10 1 4th Down Pct. 50.0 40.0 Russell 6 57 9.5 19 0 Possession Avg. 31:10 28:50 N. Jackson 5 39 7.8 11 1 Total Net Yards 951 924 Royal 4 80 20.0 35 0 Avg. Per Game 317.0 308.0 Scheffler 4 55 13.8 38 0 Total Plays 182 181 Colbert 3 37 12.3 28 0 Avg. Per Play 5.2 5.1 Stokley 3 34 11.3 15 0 Net Yards Rushing 355 304 Alridge 3 20 6.7 12 0 Young 3 17 5.7 15 0 Avg. Per Game 118.3 101.3 Hillis 2 14 7.0 14 0 Total Rushes 86 88 Hall 2 12 6.0 12 0 Net Yards Passing 596 620 Martinez 2 12 6.0 9 0 Avg. Per Game 198.7 206.7 Sapp 2 12 6.0 10 0 Sacked/Yards Lost 1/2 5/20 D. Jackson 1 14 14.0 14 0 Gross Yards 598 640 Parker 1 9 9.0 9 0 Att./Completions 95/61 88/60 Graham 1 7 7.0 7 0 Completion Pct. 64.2 68.2 Pierce 1 5 5.0 5 0 Had Intercepted 3 1 Team 61 598 9.8 49t 4 Opponents 60 640 10.7 41 3 Punts/Average 9/45.3 9/49.1 Net Punting Avg. 9/34.4 9/44.3 Interceptions No. Yds Avg Long TD Penalties/Yards 23/181 18/192 J. Williams 1 34 34.0 34 0 Fumbles/Ball Lost 2/0 2/1 Team 1 34 34.0 34 0 Touchdowns 6 5 Opponents 3 71 23.7 34 0

Rushing 2 2 Punting No. Yds Avg Net TB In Lg B Passing 4 3 Kern 5 257 51.4 31.8 1 0 63 1 Returns 0 0 Paulescu 3 151 50.3 39.7 0 1 57 0 Team 9 408 45.3 34.4 1 1 63 1 Opponents 9 442 49.1 44.3 1 2 72 0

Score By Periods Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 OT PTS Punt Returns Ret FC Yds Avg Long TD Martinez 3 1 19 6.3 11 0 Team 17 21 6 19 0 63 Royal 1 1 4 4.0 4 0 Opponents 10 23 13 13 0 59 Team 4 2 23 5.8 11 0 Opponents 6 0 78 13.0 43 0

Kickoff Returns No. Yds Avg Long TD Hall 3 72 24.0 32 0 Scoring TD Rush Rec Ret K-PAT FG S PTS Martinez 2 47 23.5 24 0 Prater 0 0 0 0 6/6 7/9 0 27 Royal 2 48 24.0 27 0 Russell 2 49 24.5 25 0 Marshall 2 0 2 0 0 12 Alridge 1 23 23.0 23 0 Cutler 1 1 0 0 0 6 Team 10 239 23.9 32 0 Hall 1 1 0 0 0 6 Opponents 8 216 27.0 39 0 N. Jackson 1 0 1 0 0 6 Pittman 1 0 1 0 0 6 Field Goals 1-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50+ Team 6 2 4 0 6/6 7/9 0 63 Prater 1/1 2/2 2/3 2/3 0/0 Opponents 5 2 3 0 5/5 8/9 0 59 Team 1/1 2/2 2/3 2/3 0/0 Opponents 0/0 4/4 0/0 3/3 1/2

2-Pt. Conversions: Team 0-0, Opponents 0-0 Prater: (30N,38G,31G,26G)(49N,29G,19G,43G) (40G) Sacks: Dumervil 2, Beck 1, Morton 1, Peterson 1, Team 5, Opponents 1 Team: (30N,38G,31G,26G)(49N,29G,19G,43G)(40G) FUM/Lost: Alridge 1/0, Martinez 1/0 Opponents: (23G,52G,23G,25G)(42G,29G)(44G,46G, 53N)

Passing Att Cmp Yds Cmp% Yds/Att TD TD% Int Int% Long Sack/Lost Rating

Cutler 43 30 352 69.8 8.19 3 7.0 0 0.0 49t 0/0 117.6

Ramsey 40 24 169 60.0 4.23 1 2.5 3 7.5 28 0/0 46.8

Hackney 12 7 77 58.3 6.42 0 0.0 0 0.0 38 1/2 77.4

Team 95 61 598 64.2 6.29 4 4.2 3 3.2 49t 1/2 82.7

Opponents 88 60 640 68.2 7.27 3 3.4 1 1.1 41 5/20 95.8

DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON DEFENSIVE STATISTICS (1-2) (based on press box statistics) PLAYER TT UT A S Yds. I Yds. PD FF FR 1 Foxworth 15 15 0 0.0 0.0 0010 0 Woodyard 15 14 1 0.0 0.0 0010 0 3 Winborn 13 8 5 0.0 0.0 0000 0 4 Barrett 11650.00.000000 5 McCree 9 5 4 0.0 0.0 0010 0 6 Peterson 8 7 1 1.0 0.0 0000 0 7 Rogers 7610.00.000000 Webster 7700.00.000100 9 Beck 6601.05.000000 Manuel 6 4 2 0.0 0.0 0000 0 Morton 6 6 0 1.0 7.0 0001 0 12 Engelberger 5410.00.000000 Larsen 5 2 3 0.0 0.0 0000 0 14 Carrington 4 3 1 0.0 0.0 0000 0 Dumervil 4 4 0 2.0 8.0 0000 0 Ekuban 4 3 1 0.0 0.0 0000 0 Koutouvides 4 4 0 0.0 0.0 0000 0 McKinley 4310.00.000100 Paymah 4 3 1 0.0 0.0 0000 0 Reid 4 4 0 0.0 0.0 0000 0 Williams, D. 4 4 0 0.0 0.0 0010 0 22 Bly 3210.00.000000 Robertson 3 2 1 0.0 0.0 0000 0 Williams, J. 3 2 1 0.0 0.0 1 32 1 0 0 25 Crowder 2200.00.000000 Green 2 1 1 0.0 0.0 0000 0 Moss 2 1 1 0.0 0.0 0000 0 Poole 2 1 1 0.0 0.0 0000 0 Thomas 2 2 0 0.0 0.0 0000 0 Vaughn 2 1 1 0.0 0.0 0000 0 31 Abdullah 1 1 0 0.0 0.0 0000 0 Bailey 1100.00.000000 Birdine 1 1 0 0.0 0.0 0000 0 Clemons 1 1 0 0.0 0.0 0000 0 TEAM 170 136 34 5.0 20.0 1 32 7 1 0

SPECIAL TEAMS STATISTICS (based on press box statistics) PLAYER TT UT A FF FR DP BK BP TD 1 Barrett 2200 00 000 Russell 2200 00 000 3 Carrington 1100 00 000 Larsen 1100 00 000 Mallard 1100 00 000 Morton 1100 00 000 Paulescu 1100 00 000 Paymah 1100 01 000 Sapp 1100 10 000 Williams, J. 1100 00 000 Woodyard 1100 00 000 12 Martinez 0000 10 000 TEAM 13 13 0 0 2 1000 DP: Downed Punts, BK: Blocked Kicks, BP: Blocked Punts SPECIAL TEAMS TACKLES BREAKDOWN TOTAL KICK PUNT PLAYER TT UT A TT UT A TT UT A 1 Barrett 2200 00220 Russell 2201 10110 3 Carrington 1101 10000 Larsen 1100 00110 Mallard 1101 10000 Morton 1101 10000 Paulescu 1100 00110 Paymah 1101 10000 Sapp 1101 10000 Williams, J. 1101 10000 Woodyard 1101 10000 TEAM 13 13 0 8 8 0550

MIS. TACKLES: D. Jackson 1, Pears 1, Sapp 1. DEFENSIVE TOUCHDOWNS: None. MIS. FUMBLE RECOVERIES: Polumbus 1. TWO-POINT CONVERSION STOPS: None. MIS. FORCED FUMBLES: None. BLOCKED PUNTS: None. BLOCKED KICKS: None. ARIZONA CARDINALS 2008 PRESEASON TEAM STATISTICS (2-1) Date W-L Score OT Opponent Attendance Rushing No. Yds Avg Long TD 08/07 L 10-24 New Orleans 63,109 Hightower 24 103 4.3 21 3 08/16 W 27-17 at Kansas City 70,203 Arrington 6 92 15.3 67t 1 08/23 W 24-0 at Oakland James 12 51 4.3 15 0 08/29 Denver Vincent 9 43 4.8 25 0 Baylark 15 38 2.5 11 0

St. Pierre 4 19 4.8 9 0

Leinart 2 5 2.5 3 0 Arizona Opponent Castille 1 3 3.0 3 0 Total First Downs 45 54 T. Smith 1 1 1.0 1 0 Rushing 15 16 Morelli 1 -1 -1.0 -1 0 Passing 28 34 Team 75 354 4.7 67t 4 Penalty 2 4 Opponents 83 305 3.7 20 1

3rd Down: Made/Att 17/38 21/46 Receiving No. Yds Avg Long TD 3rd Down Pct. 44.7 45.7 Castille 9 83 9.2 24t 1 4th Down: Made/Att 1/2 1/5 Breaston 6 85 14.2 34 1 4th Down Pct. 50.0 20.0 Urban 6 70 11.7 22 0 Possession Avg. 28:42 31:18 Fitzgerald 6 53 8.8 22 0 Total Net Yards 816 893 Rector 4 34 8.5 23 0 Avg. Per Game 272.0 297.7 Hightower 4 14 3.5 8 0 Total Plays 167 196 Boldin 3 54 18.0 25 0 Avg. Per Play 4.9 4.6 Patrick 2 22 11.0 16 0 Net Yards Rushing 354 305 Pope 2 19 9.5 18t 1 Arrington 2 10 5.0 5 0 Avg. Per Game 118.0 101.7 Morey 2 10 5.0 5 0 Total Rushes 75 83 Long 1 18 18.0 18 0 Net Yards Passing 462 588 T. Smith 1 15 15.0 15 0 Avg. Per Game 154.0 196.0 Cornelius 1 12 12.0 12 0 Sacked/Yards Lost 10/49 10/84 Doucet 1 7 7.0 7 0 Gross Yards 511 672 Baylark 1 3 3.0 3 0 Att./Completions 82/52 103/61 James 1 2 2.0 2 0 Completion Pct. 63.4 59.2 Team 52 511 9.8 34 3 Opponents 61 672 11.0 60t 3 Had Intercepted 3 2 Punts/Average 16/45.3 12/49.6 Interceptions No. Yds Avg Long TD Net Punting Avg. 16/36.4 12/43.7 Keyes 1 89 89.0 89t 1 Penalties/Yards 20/155 14/117 Dansby 1 7 7.0 7 0 Fumbles/Ball Lost 6/0 3/1 Team 2 96 48.0 89t 1 Touchdowns 8 4 Opponents 3 21 7.0 17 0

Rushing 4 1 Punting No. Yds Avg Net TB In Lg B Passing 3 3 Dir. Johnson 16 725 45.3 36.4 2 2 58 0 Returns 1 0 Team 16 725 45.3 36.4 2 2 58 0 Opponents 12 595 49.6 43.7 1 3 65 0

Punt Returns Ret FC Yds Avg Long TD Score By Periods Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 OT PTS Breaston 3 0 34 11.3 14 0 Long 3 1 8 2.7 9 0 Team 3 16 28 14 0 61 Adams 1 0 12 12.0 12 0 Opponents 10 3 13 15 0 41 Rolle 1 0 -3 -3.0 -3 0 Team 8 1 51 6.4 14 0 Opponents 10 0 103 10.3 15 0

Scoring TD Rush Rec Ret K-PAT FG S PTS Kickoff Returns No. Yds Avg Long TD Hightower 3 3 0 0 0 18 Arrington 4 151 37.8 78 0 Rackers 0 0 0 0 7/8 2/2 0 13 Breaston 4 101 25.3 32 0 Urban 2 45 22.5 23 0 Arrington 1 1 0 0 0 6 Team 10 297 29.7 78 0 Breaston 1 0 1 0 0 6 Opponents 9 307 34.1 58 0 Castille 1 0 1 0 0 6 Keyes 1 0 0 1 0 6 Field Goals 1-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50+ Pope 1 0 1 0 0 6 Rackers 0/0 1/1 1/1 0/0 0/0 Team 8 4 3 1 7/8 2/2 0 61 Team 0/0 1/1 1/1 0/0 0/0 Opponents 4 1 3 0 3/3 4/6 0 41 Opponents 0/0 0/1 3/3 1/2 0/0

Rackers: (30G)()(25G) 2-Pt. Conversions: Team 0-0, Opponents 1-1 Team: (30G)()(25G) Sacks: Haggans 2, LaBoy 2, Tafoya 2, Beisel 1, Dockett 1, Iwebema 1, (group) 1, Opponents: (33G)(32G,35G,40G,46N)(26N) Team 10, Opponents 10

FUM/Lost: Hightower 1/0, James 1/0, Leinart 1/0, Rolle 1/0, St. Pierre 1/0,

Warner 1/0

Passing Att Cmp Yds Cmp% Yds/Att TD TD% Int Int% Long Sack/Lost Rating Leinart 31 18 177 58.1 5.71 1 3.2 3 9.7 34 2/9 45.4

St. Pierre 30 23 220 76.7 7.33 2 6.7 0 0.0 24t 4/23 118.8

Warner 13 8 94 61.5 7.23 0 0.0 0 0.0 25 2/8 83.5

Morelli 8 3 20 37.5 2.50 0 0.0 0 0.0 10 2/9 45.8

Team 82 52 511 63.4 6.23 3 3.7 3 3.7 34 10/49 77.8

Opponents 103 61 672 59.2 6.52 3 2.9 2 1.9 60t 10/84 80.2

DENVER BRONCOS 2007 FINAL REGULAR-SEASON TEAM STATISTICS (7-9)

Date W-L Score OT Opponent Attendance Rushing No. Yds Avg Long TD 09/09 W 15-14 at Buffalo 71,132 Young 140 729 5.2 50 1 09/16 W 23-20 OT Oakland 76,784 Henry 167 691 4.1 33 4 09/23 L 14-23 Jacksonville 76,463 Hall 44 216 4.9 62t 2 09/30 L 20-38 at Indianapolis 57,274 Cutler 44 205 4.7 31 1 10/07 L 3-41 San Diego 76,879 Sapp 18 59 3.3 12 2 10/21 W 31-28 Pittsburgh 77,038 Marshall 5 57 11.4 24 0 10/29 L 13-19 OT Green Bay 77,160 Ramsey 2 6 3.0 4 0 11/04 L 7-44 at Detroit 60,783 Bell 6 3 0.5 3 0 11/11 W 27-11 at Kansas City 77,368 Walker 2 -3 -1.5 -1 0 11/19 W 34-20 Tennessee 76,590 Stokley 1 -6 -6.0 -6 0 11/25 L 34-37 OT at Chicago 62,148 Jacobs LG 1 -8 -8.0 -8 0 12/02 L 20-34 at Oakland 61,990 Team 429 1957 4.6 62t 10 12/09 W 41-7 Kansas City 75,895 Opponents 501 2282 4.6 74t 14 12/13 L 13-31 at Houston 70,747 Receiving No. Yds Avg Long TD 12/24 L 3-23 at San Diego 65,477 Marshall 102 1325 13.0 68t 7

12/30 W 22-19 OT Minnesota 76,084 Scheffler 49 549 11.2 41 5 Denver Opponent Stokley 40 635 15.9 58 5 Total First Downs 305 306 Young 35 231 6.6 24 0 Rushing 96 119 Walker 26 287 11.0 24 0 Passing 187 168 Graham 24 246 10.3 28 2 Penalty 22 19 Martinez 14 175 12.5 23 0 3rd Down: Made/Att 80/198 91/213 Sapp 14 51 3.6 16 1 3rd Down Pct. 40.4 42.7 Henry 7 65 9.3 21 0 4th Down: Made/Att 7/22 10/13 Mustard 5 62 12.4 15 0 4th Down Pct. 31.8 76.9 Clark TM 4 23 5.8 7 0 Possession Avg. 29:09 30:51 Jacobs LG 3 40 13.3 21t 1 Total Net Yards 5541 5376 Jackson 3 34 11.3 24 1 Avg. Per Game 346.3 336.0 Hall 2 69 34.5 65 0 Total Plays 976 992 Bell 1 7 7.0 7 0 Avg. Per Play 5.7 5.4 Team 326 3759 11.5 68t 21 Opponents 279 3297 11.8 82t 25 Net Yards Rushing 1957 2282 Avg. Per Game 122.3 142.6 Interceptions No. Yds Avg Long TD Total Rushes 429 501 Bly 5 71 14.2 37 0 Net Yards Passing 3584 3094 Bailey 3 3 1.0 3 0 Avg. Per Game 224.0 193.4 Paymah 2 0 0.0 0 0 Sacked/Yards Lost 32/175 33/203 Dumervil 1 27 27.0 27 0 Gross Yards 3759 3297 Gold 1 6 6.0 6 0 Att./Completions 515/326 458/279 Williams 1 0 0.0 0 0 Completion Pct. 63.3 60.9 Thomas 1 -2 -2.0 -2 0 Had Intercepted 15 14 Team 14 105 7.5 37 0 Punts/Average 60/43.8 60/43.9 Opponents 15 229 15.3 66t 2 Net Punting Avg. 60/36.3 60/38.7 Punting No. Yds Avg Net TB In Lg B Penalties/Yards 90/610 82/628 Sauerbrun 47 2200 46.8 36.1 6 14 65 2 Fumbles/Ball Lost 30/14 34/16 Ernster LG 12 434 36.2 35.6 0 3 59 0 Touchdowns 34 46 Ernster TM 5 178 35.6 35.6 0 1 59 0 Rushing 10 14 Paulescu 5 221 44.2 40.0 0 1 51 0 Passing 21 25 Elam 1 31 31.0 31.0 0 1 31 0 Returns 3 7 Team 60 2630 43.8 36.3 6 17 65 2 Score By Periods Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 OT PTS Opponents 60 2633 43.9 38.7 5 26 63 1 Team 75 89 94 56 6 320 Punt Returns Ret FC Yds Avg Long TD Opponents 68 103 114 115 9 409 Martinez 14 12 157 11.2 80t 1 Hixon TM 7 5 32 4.6 14 0 Scoring TD Rush Rec Ret K-PAT FG S PTS Bly 2 0 20 10.0 10 0 Elam 0 0 0 0 33/33 27/31 0 114 Team 23 17 209 9.1 80t 1 Marshall 7 0 7 0 0 42 Opponents 31 3 334 10.8 75t 2 Scheffler 5 0 5 0 0 30 Stokley 5 0 5 0 0 30 Kickoff Returns No. Yds Avg Long TD Henry 4 4 0 0 0 24 Hall 19 475 25.0 34 0 Sapp 3 2 1 0 0 18 Martinez 15 330 22.0 35 0 Graham 2 0 2 0 0 12 Hixon TM 12 274 22.8 35 0 Hall 2 2 0 0 0 12 Clark TM 3 70 23.3 26 0 Crowder 1 0 0 1 0 6 Jacobs LG 3 35 11.7 15 0 Cutler 1 1 0 0 0 6 Jacobs TM 3 35 11.7 15 0 Jackson 1 0 1 0 0 6 Young 3 56 18.7 25 0 Jacobs LG 1 0 1 0 0 6 Sapp 2 30 15.0 22 0 Martinez 1 0 0 1 0 6 Bly 1 23 23.0 23 0 Webster 1 0 0 1 0 6 Team 58 1293 22.3 35 0 Young 1 1 0 0 0 6 Opponents 62 1424 23.0 88t 1 Prater LG 0 0 0 0 1/1 1/4 0 4 Field Goals 1-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50+ Team 34 10 21 3 33/33 27/31 1 320 Elam 0/0 11/11 6/6 9/12 1/2 Opponents 46 14 25 7 42/42 27/33 2 409 Prater LG 0/0 0/1 0/0 1/3 0/0 Team 0/0 11/11 6/6 9/12 1/2 2-Pt. Conversions: Team 0-1, Opponents 3-3 Opponents 3/3 8/8 8/9 6/7 2/6 Sacks: Dumervil 12.5, Crowder 4, Mallard LG 3.5, Mallard TM 3.5, McKinley 2.5, Elam: (21G,48G,50N,43N,42G)(23G,45N,20G,23G)() (35G,22G) (30G) Gold 2, (group) 2, Bly 1, Engelberger 1, Lynch 1, Moss 1, Peterson 1, Williams 1, Winborn 0.5, Team 33, Opponents 32 (49G)(45G,21G)(48N)(44G,50G) (21G,39G) (23G,22G) (29G,44G)(37G,37G)(41G,47G) (23G)(43G,30G) FUM/Lost: Cutler 11/4, Henry 3/1, Marshall 3/1, Martinez 3/1, Clark (TM) 2/2, Opponents: (45N)(38G,52N)(19G,27G,18G)(22G) (26G,45G) (65N) (19G,26G) Ramsey 2/1, Young 2/1, Bell 1/1, Hall 1/0, Hixon (TM) 1/1, Scheffler 1/1 (43G,53G,38G)(38G,36G, 39G,53N)(56G,37G)(24G,44G,39G)(58N,38G,35N, 44G)()(41G)(40G,23G,29G)(22G)

Passing Att Cmp Yds Cmp% Yds/Att TD TD% Int Int% Long Sack/Lost Rating Cutler 467 297 3497 63.6 7.49 20 4.3 14 3.0 68t 27/153 88.1 Ramsey 48 29 262 60.4 5.46 1 2.1 1 2.1 21 3/13 73.4

Marshall 0 0 0 ------0 --- 0 ------2/9 --- Team 515 326 3759 63.3 7.30 21 4.1 15 2.9 68t 32/175 86.7

Opponents 458 279 3297 60.9 7.20 25 5.5 14 3.1 82t 33/203 88.3 DENVER BRONCOS 2007 FINAL REGULAR-SEASON DEFENSIVE STATISTICS (7-9) (based on coaches' film review) PLAYER TT UT A S Yds. I Yds. PD FF FR 1 Williams 170121491.014.010432 2 Webster 10077230.00.000111 3 Bailey 81 68 13 0.0 0.0 3 3 14 0 0 Gold 81 62 19 2.0 8.01681 2 5 Lynch 62 48 14 1.0 11.00030 0 6 Engelberger 5940191.08.000210 7 Bly 57 42 15 1.0 11.0 5 71 16 0 0 Ferguson 57 45 12 0.0 0.00011 0 9 Dumervil 56 43 13 12.5 62.5 1 27 7 4 3 10 Abdullah 48 40 8 0.0 0.00071 1 11 Foxworth 42 32 10 0.0 0.00041 0 12 Thomas 30 17 13 0.0 0.0 1 -2 1 0 1 13 McKinley 2816122.512.500000 14 Winborn 24 21 3 0.5 4.50030 0 15 Crowder 221844.039.000012 16 Mallard 20 15 5 3.5 7.50011 0 17 Adams 17 8 9 0.0 0.00011 0 18 Gordon 16 9 7 0.0 0.00000 0 19 Paymah 15 14 1 0.0 0.02060 0 20 Moss 14 7 7 1.0 7.00001 0 21 Peterson 13 10 3 1.0 8.00020 0 22 Rice 11 6 5 0.0 0.00020 0 23 Shoate 9 7 2 0.0 0.00000 0 24 Burton 8 5 3 0.0 0.00000 0 25 Harris 6240.00.000001 26 Cox 4220.00.000001 27 Team 2 2 0 2.0 10.00000 0 TEAM 1052 777 275 33.0 203.0 14 105 83 17 14

SPECIAL TEAMS STATISTICS (based on press box statistics) PLAYER TT UT A FF FR BK BP TD 1 Winborn 11 10 1 0 0000 2 Beck 108200000 3 Green 9901 0000 4 Paymah 8710 0000 5 Cargile 7611 0000 6 Leach 6510 0000 Sapp 6600 0000 8 Bailey 5500 0000 Foxworth 5230 0000 Hall 5500 0000 11 Jackson 4400 0000 Jacobs 4310 0000 13 Cox 3300 0000 Smith, P. 3300 0000 15 Bell 2110 0000 Clark 2200 0000 Ferguson 2200 2000 Hixon 2200 0000 Johnson 2110 0000 Scheffler 2200 0010 21 Abdullah 1010 0000 Webster 1010 0000 23 Martinez 0000 1000 TEAM 100 86 14 2 3010

SPECIAL TEAMS TACKLES BREAKDOWN TOTAL KICK PUNT PLAYER TT UT A TT UT A TT UT A 1 Winborn 11 10 1 7 61440 2 Beck 1082862220 3 Green 9908 80110 4 Paymah 8715 41330 5 Cargile 7615 50211 6 Leach 6510 00651 Sapp 6604 40220 8 Bailey 5505 50000 Foxworth 5234 13110 Hall 5502 20330 11 Jackson 4403 30110 Jacobs 4312 11220 13 Cox 3302 20110 Smith, P. 3303 30000 15 Bell 2112 11000 Clark 2201 10110 Ferguson 2200 00220 Hixon 2202 20000 Johnson 2112 11000 Scheffler 2202 20000 21 Abdullah 1011 01000 Webster 1010 00101 TEAM 100 86 14 68 57 11 32 29 3

MIS. TACKLES: Marshall 7, Holland 3, Cutler 2, Kuper 2, Scheffler 2, DEFENSIVE TOUCHDOWNS: Crowder (FR vs. Pit., 10/21), Stokley 2, Team 2, Graham 1, Henry 1, Pears 1, Sapp 1. Webster (FR at K.C., 11/11). MIS. FUMBLE RECOVERIES: Cutler 3, Hall 2, Lepsis 2, Marshall 2, TWO-POINT CONVERSION STOPS: None. Henry 1, Ramsey 1, Young 1. BLOCKED PUNTS: Scheffler (vs. S.D. 10/7). MIS. FORCED FUMBLES: Pears 1. BLOCKED KICKS: None. ARIZONA CARDINALS 2007 FINAL REGULAR-SEASON TEAM STATISTICS (8-8)

Date W-L Score OT Opponent Attendance Rushing No. Yds Avg Long TD 09/10 L 17-20 at San Francisco 68,111 James 324 1222 3.8 27 7 09/16 W 23-20 Seattle 64,542 Arrington 26 78 3.0 12 0 09/23 L 23-26 at Baltimore 71,372 Leinart 11 42 3.8 20 0 09/30 W 21-14 Pittsburgh 64,844 Shipp 15 41 2.7 14 1 10/07 W 34-31 at St. Louis 61,788 Warner 17 15 0.9 9 1 10/14 L 10-25 Carolina 64,403 Boldin 1 14 14.0 14 0 10/21 L 19-21 at Washington 85,640 Morey 1 13 13.0 13 0 11/04 L 10-17 at Tampa Bay 65,267 Breaston 2 8 4.0 10 0 11/11 W 31-21 Detroit 64,753 Rattay 2 5 2.5 5 0 11/18 W 35-27 at Cincinnati 65,403 T. Smith 1 3 3.0 3 0 11/25 L 31-37 OT San Francisco 64,483 Berger 1 0 0.0 0 0 12/02 W 27-21 Cleveland 64,791 Hasselbeck 1 -1 -1.0 -1 0 12/09 L 21-42 at Seattle 68,193 Team 402 1440 3.6 27 9 12/16 L 24-31 at New Orleans 70,007 Opponents 407 1567 3.9 75 13 12/23 W 30-27 OT Atlanta 64,159 12/30 W 48-19 St. Louis 64,671 Receiving No. Yds Avg Long TD Fitzgerald 100 1409 14.1 48t 10 Arizona Opponent Boldin 71 853 12.0 44t 9 Total First Downs 308 298 Bry. Johnson 46 528 11.5 30 2 Rushing 70 90 Arrington 29 241 8.3 32 1 Passing 210 185 James 24 204 8.5 26 0 Penalty 28 23 Pope 23 238 10.3 31 5 3rd Down: Made/Att 75/203 87/218 Urban 22 329 15.0 42 2 3rd Down Pct. 36.9 39.9 Morey 8 131 16.4 62 0 4th Down: Made/Att 12/14 7/15 Breaston 8 92 11.5 22 0 4th Down Pct. 85.7 46.7 Patrick 7 73 10.4 21 2 Possession Avg. 30:10 29:50 T. Smith 7 59 8.4 16 0 Total Net Yards 5505 5283 Bienemann 7 46 6.6 13 1 Avg. Per Game 344.1 330.2 Shipp 4 25 6.3 9 0 Total Plays 1016 1013 Team 356 4228 11.9 62 32 Avg. Per Play 5.4 5.2 Opponents 361 3958 11.0 74t 26 Net Yards Rushing 1440 1567 Avg. Per Game 90.0 97.9 Interceptions No. Yds Avg Long TD Total Rushes 402 407 Rolle 5 231 46.2 57 3 Net Yards Passing 4065 3716 Hood 5 196 39.2 71t 2 Avg. Per Game 254.1 232.3 Dansby 3 55 18.3 28 0 Sacked/Yards Lost 24/163 36/242 Wilson 2 20 10.0 20 0 Gross Yards 4228 3958 Hayes 1 30 30.0 30t 1 Att./Completions 590/356 570/361 Pace 1 14 14.0 14 0 Completion Pct. 60.3 63.3 R. Brown 1 5 5.0 5 0 Had Intercepted 24 18 Team 18 551 30.6 71t 6 Punts/Average 80/40.0 73/43.6 Opponents 24 380 15.8 84t 3 Net Punting Avg. 80/32.0 73/37.1 Punting No. Yds Avg Net TB In Lg B Penalties/Yards 137/1128 118/881 Barr 59 2385 40.4 31.7 5 15 61 1 Fumbles/Ball Lost 27/12 23/11 Berger 20 813 40.7 33.1 2 6 56 0 Touchdowns 49 45 Team 80 3198 40.0 32.0 7 21 61 1 Rushing 9 13 Opponents 73 3181 43.6 37.1 4 20 60 0 Passing 32 26 Returns 8 6 Punt Returns Ret FC Yds Avg Long TD Score By Periods Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 OT PTS Breaston 42 6 395 9.4 73t 1 Team 57 148 65 131 3 404 Team 42 6 395 9.4 73t 1 Opponents 38 15 496 13.1 75t 1 Opponents 88 114 99 92 6 399 Scoring TD Rush Rec Ret K-PAT FG S PTS Kickoff Returns No. Yds Avg Long TD Rackers 0 0 0 0 47/48 21/30 0 110 Breaston 62 1391 22.4 59 0 Fitzgerald 10 0 10 0 0 60 Arrington 11 251 22.8 56 0 Boldin 9 0 9 0 0 54 Morey 1 40 40.0 40 0 James 7 7 0 0 0 42 Team 74 1682 22.7 59 0 Pope 5 0 5 0 0 30 Opponents 60 1389 23.2 80 0 Rolle 3 0 0 3 0 18 Field Goals 1-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50+ Hood 2 0 0 2 0 12 Rackers 2/2 5/5 6/8 5/6 3/9 Bry. Johnson 2 0 2 0 0 12 Team 2/2 5/5 6/8 5/6 3/9 Patrick 2 0 2 0 0 12 Opponents 1/1 9/10 10/10 8/10 0/2 Urban 2 0 2 0 0 12 Arrington 1 0 1 0 0 6 Rackers: (35G)(28G,53N,52G,42G)(48G,47N,40G, 41G) (52N) (50G,39B,32G) Bienemann 1 0 1 0 0 6 (50G)(55N)(47G)(23G) (54N)(19G,32N)(33G,19G)(50N)(54N,26G) Breaston 1 0 0 1 0 6 (32G,29G, 31G)(23G,33G) Hayes 1 0 0 1 0 6 Opponents: (33G,30G)(28G,28G)(21G,28G,43G,46G) () (46G,35G,31G) Shipp 1 1 0 0 0 6 (33G,43G,24G,45N,45G)(41N)(32G, 58N,26N) () Warner 1 1 0 0 0 6 (41G,38G)(19G,55N)(37G,22G)(23G,41G) (31G)(23G,21G)(37G,42G) Wells 1 0 0 1 0 6 Team 49 9 32 8 47/48 21/30 0 404 Opponents 45 13 26 6 39/39 28/33 1 399

2-Pt. Conversions: Team 0-1, Opponents 2-5

Sacks: Dockett 9, Pace 6.5, A. Smith 5.5, Hayes 4, Dansby 3.5, Blackstock 3,

Berry 2.5, Tafoya 2, Team 36, Opponents 24 FUM/Lost: Warner 12/6, James 5/0, Fitzgerald 3/3, Boldin 2/1, Rattay 2/0,

Berger 1/0, A. Johnson 1/1, Pope 1/1

Passing Att Cmp Yds Cmp% Yds/Att TD TD% Int Int% Long Sack/Lost Rating

Warner 451 281 3417 62.3 7.58 27 6.0 17 3.8 62 20/140 89.8 Leinart 112 60 647 53.6 5.78 2 1.8 4 3.6 40 4/23 61.9 Rattay 27 15 164 55.6 6.07 3 11.1 3 11.1 42 0/0 71.1 Team 590 356 4228 60.3 7.17 32 5.4 24 4.1 62 24/163 83.4 Opponents 570 361 3958 63.3 6.94 26 4.6 18 3.2 74t 36/242 85.8

DENVER BRONCOS 2008 DEPTH CHART (as of Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008)

Broncos Offense WR 15 Brandon Marshall 17 Glenn Martinez 10 Clifford Russell 16 Marquay McDaniel 9 Taylor Jacobs LT 78 Ryan Clady 64 Erik Pears LG 50 Ben Hamilton 65 67 Kory Lichtensteiger C 66 Tom Nalen 62 Casey Wiegmann 69 P.J. Alexander RG 73 Chris Kuper 70 Montrae Holland 61 Mitch Erickson RT 74 Ryan Harris 76 Tyler Polumbus TE 89 Daniel Graham 81 Nate Jackson 88 Tony Scheffler 84 Brett Pierce 85 Chad Mustard WR 19 Eddie Royal 82 Darrell Jackson 14 Brandon Stokley 13 Keary Colbert 12 Samie Parker 87 Lorne Sam QB 6 Jay Cutler 11 Patrick Ramsey 4 Darrell Hackney RB 35 Selvin Young 23 Andre Hall 42 Ryan Torain 38 Anthony Alridge FB 37 Cecil Sapp 48 Peyton Hillis 28 Michael Pittman 46 Spencer Larsen

Broncos Defense LE 60 John Engelberger 91 Ebenezer Ekuban 96 Tim Crowder LT 63 Dewayne Robertson 99 Alvin McKinley 93 Nic Clemons RT 79 Marcus Thomas 90 Kenny Peterson 98 68 Steven Harris RE 92 Elvis Dumervil 94 Jarvis Moss 95 Paul Carrington 77 Larry Birdine WLB 55 D.J. Williams 51 Jamie Winborn 59 Wesley Woodyard MLB 58 Nate Webster 53 Niko Koutouvides 46 Spencer Larsen 56 Manuel Padilla SLB 97 Boss Bailey 52 Louis Green 57 Jordan Beck LCB 24 Champ Bailey 22 Domonique Foxworth 26 Jack Williams RCB 32 Dré Bly 41 Karl Paymah 39 Tyrone Poole 31 Wale Dada SS 33 Marquand Manuel 21 Hamza Abdullah 43 Roderick Rogers 36 Josh Barrett FS 20 Marlon McCree 34 Vickiel Vaughn

Broncos Specialists P 1 Brett Kern 2 Sam Paulescu K 5 Matt Prater 2 Sam Paulescu 1 Brett Kern KO 5 Matt Prater 2 Sam Paulescu 1 Brett Kern PR 19 Eddie Royal 17 Glenn Martinez 16 Marquay McDaniel 12 Samie Parker KR 19 Eddie Royal 23 Andre Hall 38 Anthony Alridge 10 Clifford Russell 17 Glenn Martinez PC 83 Mike Leach 88 Tony Scheffler 98 Josh Mallard KC 83 Mike Leach 98 Josh Mallard 84 Brett Pierce H 1 Brett Kern 2 Sam Paulescu 11 Patrick Ramsey

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BRONCOS PRONUNCIATION GUIDE Hamza Abdullah (HAHM-zah) Marquay McDaniel (mar-KWAY) Larry Birdine (bir-DINE) Manuel Padilla (pah-DEE-yah) Keary Colbert (KER-ee) Sam Paulescu (paw-LESS-cue) Wale Dada (wah-LEE) Erik Pears (PEERS) Elvis Dumervil (doo-mehr-vill) Matt Prater (PRAY-ter) Ebenezer Ekuban (EK-you-BON) Lorne Sam (LORN) Niko Koutouvides (KOO-tah-VEE-dees) Edell Shepherd (eh-DELL) Chris Kuper (KOO-pehr) Ryan Torain (toh-RAIN) Kory Lichtensteiger (LICK-ten-sty-ger) Vickiel Vaughn (vih-KELL) Josh Mallard (MAL-urd) Casey Wiegmann (WIG-mann) Marquand Manuel (mar-KWAND) 2008 Denver Broncos Alphabetical Roster Updated: 8/23/08

NFL High School 2007 No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Age Exp. College Hometown How Acq. P-S-DNP-INA 21 Abdullah, Hamza S 6-2 216 25 4 Washington State Pomona, Calif. PS(TB)- ‘05 11-8-0-5 69 Alexander, P.J. G 6-4 297 29 6 Syracuse Tallahassee, Fla. FA- '07 11-0-0-0 38 Alridge, Anthony RB 5-9 185 24 R Houston Denton, Texas CFA- '08 0-0-0-0 97 Bailey, Boss LB 6-3 232 28 6 Georgia Folkston, Ga. UFA(Det)- '08 15-12-0-1 24 Bailey, Champ CB 6-0 192 30 10 Georgia Folkston, Ga. T(Was)- ’04 15-15-0-1 36 Barrett, Josh S 6-3 225 23 R Arizona State Reno, Nev. D7- '08 0-0-0-0 57 Beck, Jordan LB 6-2 235 25 4 Cal Poly/SLO Mount Hermon, Calif. FA- '07 11-0-0-0 77 Birdine, Larry DE 6-4 270 24 2 Oklahoma Lawton, Okla. PS(Ten)- '07 0-0-0-8 32 Bly, Dré CB 5-10 188 31 10 North Carolina Chesapeake, Va. T(Det)- ’07 16-16-0-0 95 Carrington, Paul DE 6-7 270 25 3 Central Florida Springfield, Ga. FA- '07 0-0-0-8 78 Clady, Ryan T 6-6 325 21 R Boise State Rialto, Calif. D1- '08 0-0-0-0 93 Clemons, Nic DT 6-6 300 28 2 Georgia Griffin, Ga. FA- '08 0-0-0-0 13 Colbert, Keary WR 6-1 205 26 5 Southern California Oxnard, Calif. UFA(Car)- '08 12-8-0-2 96 Crowder, Tim DE 6-4 275 23 2 Texas Tyler, Texas D2- ’07 13-1-0-3 6 Cutler, Jay QB 6-3 233 25 3 Vanderbilt Lincoln City, Ind. D1- ’06 16-16-0-0 31 Dada, Wale CB 5-10 201 25 1 Washington State Orland Park, Ill. FA- '08 0-0-0-0 92 Dumervil, Elvis DE 5-11 260 24 3 Louisville Miami, Fla. D4b- ’06 16-16-0-0 91 Ekuban, Ebenezer DE 6-4 275 32 10 North Carolina Bladensburg, Md. T(Cle)- ‘05 0-0-0-0 60 Engelberger, John DE 6-4 260 31 9 Virginia Tech Springfield, Va. T(SF)- ‘05 16-15-0-0 61 Erickson, Mitch G 6-6 290 23 R South Dakota State Hutchinson, Minn. CFA- '08 0-0-0-0 22 Foxworth, Domonique CB 5-11 180 25 4 Maryland Catonsville, Md. D3b- ‘05 14-6-1-1 65 Gandy, Dylan G 6-3 290 26 4 Texas Tech Pflugerville, Texas FA- '08 10-1-3-3 89 Graham, Daniel TE 6-3 257 29 7 Colorado Denver, Colo. UFA(NE)- ’07 15-15-0-1 52 Green, Louis LB 6-3 237 28 5 Alcorn State Fayette, Miss. FA- ‘03 16-0-0-0 4 Hackney, Darrell QB 6-0 248 25 2 Alabama-Birmingham Atlanta, Ga. FA- ’07 0-0-0-8 23 Hall, Andre RB 5-10 212 26 2 South Florida St. Petersburg, Fla. FA- ’06 10-1-1-5 50 Hamilton, Ben G/C 6-4 290 31 8 Minnesota Minneapolis, Minn. D4a- ‘01 0-0-0-3 74 Harris, Ryan T 6-5 300 23 2 Notre Dame St. Paul, Minn. D3- ’07 11-0-0-5 68 Harris, Steven DT 6-5 305 24 2 Florida Coral Gables, Fla. CFA- ’07 4-0-0-0 48 Hillis, Peyton FB 6-2 250 22 R Arkansas Conway, Ark. D7b- '08 0-0-0-0 70 Holland, Montrae G 6-2 322 28 6 Florida State Ore, Texas UFA(NO)- ’07 16-16-0-0 82 Jackson, Darrell WR 5-11 210 29 9 Florida Tampa, Fla. FA- '08 15-15-0-1 81 Jackson, Nate TE 6-3 235 29 6 Menlo College San Jose, Calif. T(SF)- ‘03 5-1-0-0 9 Jacobs, Taylor WR 6-1 205 27 6 Florida Tallahassee, Fla. FA- '07 10-0-0-2 1 Kern, Brett P 6-3 205 22 R Toledo Grand Island, N.Y. CFA- '08 0-0-0-0 53 Koutouvides, Niko LB 6-2 238 27 5 Purdue Plainville, Conn. UFA(Sea)- '08 15-0-0-1 73 Kuper, Chris G 6-4 302 25 3 North Dakota Anchorage, Alaska D5- ’06 16-11-0-0 46 Larsen, Spencer FB/LB 6-2 240 24 R Arizona Gilbert, Ariz. D6- '08 0-0-0-0 83 Leach, Mike TE/LS 6-2 240 31 9 William & Mary Jefferson Township, N.J. FA- ‘02 16-0-0-0 67 Lichtensteiger, Kory C 6-3 295 23 R Bowling Green Van Wert, Ohio D4a- ’08 0-0-0-0 98 Mallard, Josh DT 6-2 265 29 5 Georgia Savannah, Ga. FA- '07 11-0-0-0* 33 Manuel, Marquand S 6-0 213 29 7 Florida Miami, Fla. UFA(Car)- '08 16-2-0-0 15 Marshall, Brandon WR 6-4 230 24 3 Central Florida Winter Park, Fla. D4a- ’06 16-16-0-0 17 Martinez, Glenn WR 6-1 190 26 3 Saginaw Valley State Auburndale, Fla. FA- ’07 12-1-0-1 20 McCree, Marlon S 5-11 204 31 8 Kentucky Port Orange, Fla. FA- '08 16-16-0-0 16 McDaniel, Marquay WR 5-10 205 24 1 Hampton Virginia Beach, Va. CFA- ’07 0-0-0-0 99 McKinley, Alvin DT 6-3 294 30 9 Mississippi State Weir, Miss. UFA(Cle)- ’07 15-10-0-1 94 Moss, Jarvis DE 6-6 265 24 2 Florida Denton, Texas D1- ’07 6-1-0-2 85 Mustard, Chad TE 6-6 277 30 5 North Dakota Columbus, Neb. FA- '07 12-2-0-1 66 Nalen, Tom C 6-3 286 37 15 Boston College Foxboro, Mass. D7c- ‘94 5-5-0-0 12 Parker, Samie WR 5-11 185 27 5 Oregon Long Beach, Calif. UFA(KC)- '08 15-7-0-1 2 Paulescu, Sam P 6-0 195 24 2 Oregon State La Habra, Calif. FA- '07 1-0-0-0 41 Paymah, Karl CB 6-0 195 25 4 Washington State Culver City, Calif. D3a- ‘05 15-3-0-1 64 Pears, Erik T 6-8 305 26 3 Colorado State Denver, Colo. CFA- ‘05 16-16-0-0 90 Peterson, Kenny DT 6-3 300 29 6 Ohio State Canton, Ohio FA- '06 7-0-0-0 84 Pierce, Brett TE 6-5 260 27 3 Stanford Vancouver, Wash. FA- '08 0-0-0-0 28 Pittman, Michael RB 6-0 225 33 11 Fresno State San Diego, Calif. UFA(TB)- '08 10-3-0-6 76 Polumbus, Tyler T 6-8 310 23 R Colorado Greenwood Village, Colo. CFA- '08 0-0-0-0 39 Poole, Tyrone DB 5-8 190 36 13 Fort Valley State LaGrange, Ga. FA- '08 0-0-0-0 5 Prater, Matt K 5-10 188 24 2 Central Florida Estero, Fla. PS(Mia)- '07 4-0-0-0* 11 Ramsey, Patrick QB 6-2 225 29 7 Tulane Ruston, La. FA- ’07 2-0-14-0 63 Robertson, Dewayne DT 6-1 308 26 6 Kentucky Memphis, Tenn. T(NYJ)- '08 16-15-0-0 43 Rogers, Roderick S 6-2 187 23 2 Wisconsin Stone Mountain, Ga. CFA- ’07 2-0-0-0 19 Royal, Eddie WR 5-10 182 22 R Virginia Tech Chantilly, Va. D2- '08 0-0-0-0 10 Russell, Clifford WR 5-11 195 29 6 Utah Ewa Beach, Hawaii FA- '08 0-0-0-0 87 Sam, Lorne WR 6-3 220 23 R Texas-El Paso Buford, Ga. CFA- '08 0-0-0-0 37 Sapp, Cecil RB 5-11 236 29 6 Colorado State Miami, Fla. CFA- ‘03 16-8-0-0 88 Scheffler, Tony TE 6-5 250 25 3 Western Michigan Morenci, Mich. D2- ’06 16-7-0-0 14 Stokley, Brandon WR 5-11 192 32 10 Southwestern Louisiana Lafayette, La. FA- ’07 13-9-0-3 79 Thomas, Marcus DT 6-3 305 22 2 Florida Jacksonville, Fla. D4- ’07 16-5-0-0 42 Torain, Ryan RB 6-1 225 22 R Arizona State Shawnee Mission, Kan. D5a- '08 0-0-0-0 34 Vaughn, Vickiel S 6-0 213 24 2 Arkansas Plano, Texas FA- '08 0-0-0-0 58 Webster, Nate LB 6-0 232 30 9 Miami Miami, Fla. UFA(Cin)- ’06 16-13-0-0 62 Wiegmann, Casey C 6-2 285 35 13 Iowa Parkersburg, Iowa UFA(KC)- '08 16-16-0-0 55 Williams, D.J. LB 6-1 242 26 5 Miami Concord, Calif. D1- ‘04 16-16-0-0 26 Williams, Jack CB 5-9 185 23 R Kent State Norfolk, Va. D4b- '08 0-0-0-0 51 Winborn, Jamie LB 5-11 230 29 8 Vanderbilt Wetumpka, Ala. FA- '07 14-2-0-1 59 Woodyard, Wesley LB 6-1 230 22 R Kentucky LaGrange, Ga. CFA- '08 0-0-0-0 35 Young, Selvin RB 5-11 215 24 2 Texas Jersey Village, Texas CFA- ’07 15-8-0-1

Active/Physically Unable to Perform 75 Powell, Carlton DT 6-2 300 23 R Virginia Tech Chesapeake, Va. D5b- '08 0-0-0-0

International Practice Squad 56 Padilla, Manuel LB 6-3 242 25 1 No College Mexico FA- '08 0-0-0-0 Reserve/Injured 86 Shepherd, Edell WR 6-1 175 28 5 San Jose State Los Angeles FA- '08 0-0-0-0

KEY: CFA-college free agent; D-drafted; FA-acquired as free agent; RFA-acquired as restricted free agent; UFA-acquired as unrestricted free agent; T-trade; W-waivers.

Head Coach: Mike Shanahan (14th year). Assistant Coaches: Rick Dennison (Offensive Coordinator/Offensive Line), Bob Slowik (Defensive Coordinator/Defensive Backs), Scott O’Brien (Special Teams Coordinator), Steve Watson (Associate Head Coach), Joe Baker (Offensive Assistant), Jeremy Bates (Quarterbacks), Ronnie Bradford (Defensive Backs), Jacob Burney (Defensive Line), Keith Burns (Special Teams Asst.), Dwayne Chandler (Assistant Strength & Conditioning), Jedd Fisch (Wide Receivers), Charlie Jackson (Defensive Asst.), Bill Johnson (Defensive Line), Pat McPherson (Tight Ends), Jim Ryan (Linebackers), Greg Saporta (Asst. Strength & Conditioning), Ryan Slowik (Asst. Defensive Backs), Bobby Turner (Running Backs), Rich Tuten (Strength & Conditioning). 2008 Denver Broncos Numeric Roster Updated 8/23/08

NFL High School 2007 No. Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Age Exp. College Hometown How Acq. P-S-DNP-INA 1 Brett Kern P 6-3 205 22 R Toledo Grand Island, N.Y. CFA- '08 0-0-0-0 2 Sam Paulescu P 6-0 195 24 2 Oregon State La Habra, Calif. FA- '07 1-0-0-0 4 Darrell Hackney QB 6-0 248 25 2 Alabama-Birmingham Atlanta, Ga. FA- ’07 0-0-0-8 5 Matt Prater K 5-10 188 24 2 Central Florida Estero, Fla. PS(Mia)- '07 4-0-0-0 6 Jay Cutler QB 6-3 233 25 3 Vanderbilt Lincoln City, Ind. D1- ’06 16-16-0-0 9 Taylor Jacobs WR 6-1 205 27 6 Florida Tallahassee, Fla. FA- '07 10-0-0-2* 10 Clifford Russell WR 5-11 195 29 6 Utah Ewa Beach, Hawaii FA- '08 0-0-0-0 11 Patrick Ramsey QB 6-2 225 29 7 Tulane Ruston, La. FA- ’07 2-0-14-0 12 Samie Parker WR 5-11 185 27 5 Oregon Long Beach, Calif. UFA(KC)- '08 15-7-0-1 13 Keary Colbert WR 6-1 205 26 5 Southern California Oxnard, Calif. UFA(Car)- '08 12-8-0-2 14 Brandon Stokley WR 5-11 192 32 10 Southwestern Louisiana Lafayette, La. FA- ’07 13-9-0-3 15 Brandon Marshall WR 6-4 230 24 3 Central Florida Winter Park, Fla. D4a- ’06 16-16-0-0 16 Marquay McDaniel WR 5-10 205 24 1 Hampton Virginia Beach, Va. CFA- ’07 0-0-0-0 17 Glenn Martinez WR 6-1 190 26 3 Saginaw Valley State Auburndale, Fla. FA- ’07 12-1-0-1 19 Eddie Royal WR 5-10 182 22 R Virginia Tech Chantilly, Va. D2- '08 0-0-0-0 20 Marlon McCree S 5-11 204 31 8 Kentucky Port Orange, Fla. FA- '08 16-16-0-0 21 Hamza Abdullah S 6-2 216 25 4 Washington State Pomona, Calif. PS(TB)- ‘05 11-8-0-5 22 Domonique Foxworth CB 5-11 180 25 4 Maryland Catonsville, Md. D3b- ‘05 14-6-1-1 23 Andre Hall RB 5-10 212 26 2 South Florida St. Petersburg, Fla. FA- ’06 10-1-1-5 24 Champ Bailey CB 6-0 192 30 10 Georgia Folkston, Ga. T(Was)- ’04 15-15-0-1 26 Jack Williams CB 5-9 185 23 R Kent State Norfolk, Va. D4b- '08 0-0-0-0 28 Michael Pittman RB 6-0 225 33 11 Fresno State San Diego, Calif. UFA(TB)- '08 10-3-0-6 31 Wale Dada CB 5-10 201 25 1 Washington State Orland Park, Ill. FA- '08 0-0-0-0 32 Dré Bly CB 5-10 188 31 10 North Carolina Chesapeake, Va. T(Det)- ’07 16-16-0-0 33 Marquand Manuel S 6-0 213 29 7 Florida Miami, Fla. UFA(Car)- '08 16-2-0-0 34 Vickiel Vaughn S 6-0 213 24 2 Arkansas Plano, Texas FA- '08 0-0-0-0 35 Selvin Young RB 5-11 215 24 2 Texas Jersey Village, Texas CFA- ’07 15-8-0-1 36 Josh Barrett S 6-3 225 23 R Arizona State Reno, Nev. D7- '08 0-0-0-0 37 Cecil Sapp RB 5-11 236 29 6 Colorado State Miami, Fla. CFA- ‘03 16-8-0-0 38 Anthony Alridge RB 5-9 185 24 R Houston Denton, Texas CFA- '08 0-0-0-0 39 Tyrone Poole DB 5-8 190 36 13 Fort Valley State LaGrange, Ga. FA- '08 0-0-0-0 41 Karl Paymah CB 6-0 195 25 4 Washington State Culver City, Calif. D3a- ‘05 15-3-0-1 42 Ryan Torain RB 6-1 225 22 R Arizona State Shawnee Mission, Kan. D5a- '08 0-0-0-0 43 Roderick Rogers S 6-2 187 23 2 Wisconsin Stone Mountain, Ga. CFA- ’07 2-0-0-0 46 Spencer Larsen FB/LB 6-2 240 24 R Arizona Gilbert, Ariz. D6- '08 0-0-0-0 48 Peyton Hillis FB 6-2 250 22 R Arkansas Conway, Ark. D7b- '08 0-0-0-0 50 Ben Hamilton G/C 6-4 290 31 8 Minnesota Minneapolis, Minn. D4a- ‘01 0-0-0-3 51 Jamie Winborn LB 5-11 230 29 8 Vanderbilt Wetumpka, Ala. FA- '07 14-2-0-1 52 Louis Green LB 6-3 237 28 5 Alcorn State Fayette, Miss. FA- ‘03 16-0-0-0 53 Niko Koutouvides LB 6-2 238 27 5 Purdue Plainville, Conn. UFA(Sea)- '08 15-0-0-1 55 D.J. Williams LB 6-1 240 26 5 Miami Concord, Calif. D1- ‘04 16-16-0-0 57 Jordan Beck LB 6-2 235 25 4 Cal Poly/SLO Mount Hermon, Calif. FA- '07 11-0-0-0 58 Nate Webster LB 6-0 232 30 9 Miami Miami, Fla. UFA(Cin)- ’06 16-13-0-0 59 Wesley Woodyard LB 6-1 230 22 R Kentucky LaGrange, Ga. CFA- '08 0-0-0-0 60 John Engelberger DE 6-4 260 31 9 Virginia Tech Springfield, Va. T(SF)- ‘05 16-15-0-0 61 Mitch Erickson G 6-6 290 23 R South Dakota State Hutchinson, Minn. CFA- '08 0-0-0-0 62 Casey Wiegmann C 6-2 285 35 13 Iowa Parkersburg, Iowa UFA(KC)- '08 16-16-0-0 63 Dewayne Robertson DT 6-1 308 26 6 Kentucky Memphis, Tenn. T(NYJ)- '08 16-15-0-0 64 Erik Pears T 6-8 305 26 3 Colorado State Denver, Colo. CFA- ‘05 16-16-0-0 65 Dylan Gandy G 6-3 290 26 4 Texas Tech Pflugerville, Texas FA- '08 10-1-3-3 66 Tom Nalen C 6-3 286 37 15 Boston College Foxboro, Mass. D7c- ‘94 5-5-0-0 67 Kory Lichtensteiger C 6-3 295 23 R Bowling Green Van Wert, Ohio D4a- ’08 0-0-0-0 68 Steven Harris DT 6-5 305 24 2 Florida Coral Gables, Fla. CFA- ’07 4-0-0-0 69 P.J. Alexander G 6-4 297 29 6 Syracuse Tallahassee, Fla. FA- '07 11-0-0-0 70 Montrae Holland G 6-2 322 28 6 Florida State Ore, Texas UFA(NO)- ’07 16-16-0-0 73 Chris Kuper G 6-4 302 25 3 North Dakota Anchorage, Alaska D5- ’06 16-11-0-0 74 Ryan Harris T 6-5 300 23 2 Notre Dame St. Paul, Minn. D3- ’07 11-0-0-5 76 Tyler Polumbus T 6-8 310 23 R Colorado Greenwood Village, Colo. CFA- '08 0-0-0-0 77 Larry Birdine DE 6-4 270 24 2 Oklahoma Lawton, Okla. PS(Ten)- '07 0-0-0-8 78 Ryan Clady T 6-6 325 21 R Boise State Rialto, Calif. D1- '08 0-0-0-0 79 Marcus Thomas DT 6-3 305 22 2 Florida Jacksonville, Fla. D4- ’07 16-5-0-0 81 Nate Jackson TE 6-3 235 29 6 Menlo College San Jose, Calif. T(SF)- ‘03 5-1-0-0 82 Darrell Jackson WR 5-11 210 29 9 Florida Tampa, Fla. FA- '08 15-15-0-1 83 Mike Leach TE/LS 6-2 240 31 9 William & Mary Jefferson Township, N.J. FA- ‘02 16-0-0-0 84 Brett Pierce TE 6-5 260 27 3 Stanford Vancouver, Wash. FA- '08 0-0-0-0 85 Chad Mustard TE 6-6 277 30 5 North Dakota Columbus, Neb. FA- '07 12-2-0-1 87 Lorne Sam WR 6-3 220 23 R Texas-El Paso Buford, Ga. CFA- '08 0-0-0-0 88 Tony Scheffler TE 6-5 250 25 3 Western Michigan Morenci, Mich. D2- ’06 16-7-0-0 89 Daniel Graham TE 6-3 257 29 7 Colorado Denver, Colo. UFA(NE)- ’07 15-15-0-1 90 Kenny Peterson DT 6-3 300 29 6 Ohio State Canton, Ohio FA- '06 7-0-0-0 91 Ebenezer Ekuban DE 6-4 275 32 10 North Carolina Bladensburg, Md. T(Cle)- ‘05 0-0-0-0 92 Elvis Dumervil DE 5-11 260 24 3 Louisville Miami, Fla. D4b- ’06 16-16-0-0 93 Nic Clemons DT 6-6 300 28 2 Georgia Griffin, Ga. FA- '08 0-0-0-0 94 Jarvis Moss DE 6-6 265 24 2 Florida Denton, Texas D1- ’07 6-1-0-2 95 Paul Carrington DE 6-7 270 25 3 Central Florida Springfield, Ga. FA- '07 0-0-0-8 96 Tim Crowder DE 6-4 275 23 2 Texas Tyler, Texas D2- ’07 13-1-0-3 97 Boss Bailey LB 6-3 232 28 6 Georgia Folkston, Ga. UFA(Det)- '08 15-12-0-1 98 Josh Mallard DT 6-2 265 29 5 Georgia Savannah, Ga. FA- '07 11-0-0-0 99 Alvin McKinley DT 6-3 294 30 9 Mississippi State Weir, Miss. UFA(Cle)- ’07 15-10-0-1 Active/Physically Unable to Perform 75 Carlton Powell DT 6-2 300 23 R Virginia Tech Chesapeake, Va. D5b- '08 0-0-0-0

International Practice Squad 56 Manuel Padilla LB 6-3 242 25 1 No College Mexico FA- '08 0-0-0-0

Reserve/Injured 86 Edell Shepherd WR 6-1 175 28 5 San Jose State Los Angeles FA- '08 0-0-0-0

KEY: CFA-college free agent; D-drafted; FA-acquired as free agent; RFA-acquired as restricted free agent; UFA-acquired as unrestricted free agent; T-trade; W-waivers.

Head Coach: Mike Shanahan (14th year). Assistant Coaches: Rick Dennison (Offensive Coordinator/Offensive Line), Bob Slowik (Defensive Coordinator/Defensive Backs), Scott O’Brien (Special Teams Coordinator), Steve Watson (Associate Head Coach), Joe Baker (Offensive Assistant), Jeremy Bates (Quarterbacks), Ronnie Bradford (Defensive Backs), Jacob Burney (Defensive Line), Keith Burns (Special Teams Asst.), Dwayne Chandler (Assistant Strength & Conditioning), Jedd Fisch (Wide Receivers), Charlie Jackson (Defensive Asst.), Bill Johnson (Defensive Line), Pat McPherson (Tight Ends), Jim Ryan (Linebackers), Greg Saporta (Asst. Strength & Conditioning), Ryan Slowik (Asst. Defensive Backs), Bobby Turner (Running Backs), Rich Tuten (Strength & Conditioning). 2008 Denver Broncos Position-by-Position Roster Updated: 8/23/08

OFFENSE

Quarterback (3) Running Back (8) Wide Receiver (11) Tight End (6) Players Exp. Players Exp. Players Exp. Players Exp. Cutler, Jay 3 Alridge, Anthony R Colbert, Keary 5 Graham, Daniel 7 Hackney, Darrell 2 Hall, Andre 2 Jackson, Darrell 9 Jackson, Nate 6 Ramsey, Patrick 7 Hillis, Peyton 2 Jacobs, Taylor 6 Leach, Mike (LS) 9 Larsen, Spencer R Marshall, Brandon 3 Mustard, Chad 5 Pittman, Michael 11 Martinez, Glenn 3 Pierce, Brett 3 Sapp, Cecil 6 McDaniel, Marquay 1 Scheffler, Tony 3 Torain, Ryan R Parker, Samie 5 Young, Selvin 2 Royal, Eddie R Russell, Clifford 6 Sam, Lorne R Stokley, Brandon 10

Tackle (5) Guard (8) Center (5) Players Exp. Players Exp. Players Exp. Clady, Ryan R Alexander, P.J. 6 Alexander, P.J. 6 Harris, Ryan 2 Erickson, Mitch R Hamilton, Ben 8 Kuper, Chris 3 Hamilton, Ben 8 Nalen, Tom 15 Pears, Erik 3 Gandy, Dylan 4 Wiegmann, Casey 13 Polumbus, Tyler R Holland, Montrae 6 Lichtensteiger, Kory R Kuper, Chris 3 Lichtensteiger, Kory R Wiegmann, Casey 13

DEFENSE

Defensive End (7) Defensive Tackle (8) Linebacker (9) Players Exp. Players Exp. Players Exp. Birdine, Larry 2 Clemons, Nic 2 Bailey, Boss 6 Carrington, Paul 3 Harris, Steven 2 Beck, Jordan 4 Crowder, Tim 2 Mallard, Josh 4 Green, Louis 5 Dumervil, Elvis 3 McKinley, Alvin 9 Koutouvides, Niko 5 Ekuban, Ebenezer 10 Peterson, Kenny 6 Larsen, Spencer R Engelberger, John 9 Powell, Carlton R Webster, Nate 9 Moss, Jarvis 2 Robertson, Dewayne 6 Williams, D.J. 5 Thomas, Marcus 2 Winborn, Jamie 8 Woodyard, Wesley R

Cornerback (8) Safety (6) Players Exp. Players Exp. Bailey, Champ 10 Abdullah, Hamza 4 Bly, Dré 10 Barrett, Josh R Dada, Wale 1 Manuel, Marquand 7 Foxworth, Domonique 4 McCree, Marlon 8 Paymah, Karl 4 Rogers, Roderick 2 Poole, Tyrone 13 Vaughn, Vickiel 2 Williams, Jack R

SPECIALISTS Kicker (1) (2) Players Exp. Players Exp. Prater, Matt 2 Kern, Brett R Paulescu, Sam 2 DENVER BRONCOS 2008 TRANSACTIONS — by date/by player (Updated August 23, 2008)

BY DATE LYNCH, John — S 6/12/08 Signed S Josh Barrett (draft choice) 8/1/08 Released 6/13/08 Waived LB Brandon Archer MORTON, Christian — CB Waived P 8/13/08 Waived Waived QB Cullen Finnerty MUSTARD, Chad — TE Released WR Taylor Jacobs 7/25/08 Declared Active/Physically Unable to Waived DE Julian Jenkins Perform Assigned LB Manuel Padilla by NFL as Intl. PADILLA, Manuel — LB Practice Squad Player 6/13/08 Assigned by NFL to Intl. Practice Squad Waived S Vickiel Vaughn POOLE, Tyrone — CB 7/9/08 Signed FB Spencer Larsen (draft choice) 8/13/08 Signed Signed DT Carlton Powell (draft choice) POWELL, Carlton — DT Signed RB Ryan Torain (draft choice) 7/9/08 Signed (draft choice) 7/16/08 Signed FB Peyton Hillis (draft choice) 7/25/08 Declared Active/Physically Unable to 7/21/08 Signed C Kory Lichtensteiger (draft choice) Perform Waived RB Mike Bell REID, Lamont — CB Waived K 8/12/08 Waived 7/22/08 Signed CB Jack Williams (draft choice) ROYAL, Eddie — WR 7/24/08 Signed WR Eddie Royal (draft choice) 7/24/08 Signed (draft choice) 7/25/08 Signed T Ryan Clady (draft choice) SHEPHERD, Edell — WR Declared TE Chad Mustard Active/Physically 7/26/08 Placed on Reserve/Injured (left knee) Unable to Perform TORAIN, Ryan — RB Declared DT Carlton Powell Active/Physically 7/9/08 Signed (draft choice) Unable to Perform VAUGHN, Vickiel — S 7/26/08 Signed WR Taylor Jacobs 6/13/08 Waived Placed WR Edell Shepherd on Reserve/Injured 8/3/08 Signed (left knee) WILLIAMS, Jack — CB 8/1/08 Released S John Lynch 7/22/08 Signed (draft choice) 8/3/08 Signed S Vickiel Vaughn 8/12/08 Signed CB Wale Dada Waived CB Lamont Reid 8/13/08 Waived CB Christian Morton Signed CB Tyrone Poole

BY PLAYER ARCHER, Brandon — LB 6/13/08 Waived BARRETT, Josh — S 6/12/08 Signed (draft choice) BAUGHER, Danny — P 6/13/08 Waived BELL, Mike — RB 7/21/08 Waived CLADY, Ryan — T 7/25/08 Signed (draft choice) DADA, Wale — CB 8/12/08 Signed FINNERTY, Cullen — QB 6/13/08 Waived HARTLEY, Garrett — K 7/21/08 Waived HILLIS, Peyton — FB 7/16/08 Signed JACOBS, Taylor — WR 6/13/08 Released 7/26/08 Signed JENKINS, Julian — DE 6/13/08 Waived LARSEN, Spencer — FB 7/9/08 Signed (draft choice) LICHTENSTEIGER, Kory — C 7/21/08 Signed (draft choice)

HOW THE BRONCOS ARE BUILT Updated 8/23/08

Year Draft/College Free Agent Trades Free Agents/Waivers 1994 C Tom Nalen (7c) 7-9 (4th AFC West) 1995 8-8 (4th AFC West) 1996 13-3 (1st AFC West) 1997 12-4 (2nd AFC West) Super Bowl Champs 1998 14-2 (1st AFC West) Super Bowl Champs 1999 6-10 (5th AFC West) 2000 11-5 (2nd AFC West) 2001 C Ben Hamilton (4a) 8-8 (3rd AFC West) 2002 TE/LS Mike Leach** 9-7 (2nd AFC West) 2003 RB Cecil Sapp (CFA) TE Nate Jackson** (S.F.) LB Louis Green** 10-6 (2nd AFC West) 2004 LB D.J. Williams (1) CB Champ Bailey** (Was) 10-6 (2nd AFC West) 2005 CB Karl Paymah (3a) DE Ebenezer Ekuban** (Cle) S Hamza Abdullah** 13-3 (1st AFC West) CB Domonique Foxworth (3b) DE John Engelberger** (SF) T Erik Pears (CFA) 2006 QB Jay Cutler (1) RB Andre Hall** 9-7 (3rd AFC West) TE Tony Scheffler (2) LB Nate Webster*** (UFA-Cincinnati) WR Brandon Marshall (4a) DE Elvis Dumervil (4b) G Chris Kuper (5) 2007 DE Jarvis Moss (1) CB Dré Bly** (Det) G P.J. Alexander** 7-9 (2nd AFC West) DE Tim Crowder (2) LB Jordan Beck** T Ryan Harris (3) DE Larry Birdine** DT Marcus Thomas (4) DE Paul Carrington** DT Steven Harris (CFA) TE Daniel Graham*** (UFA-New England) WR Marquay McDaniel (CFA) QB Darrell Hackney** S Roderick Rogers (CFA) G Montrae Holland*** (UFA-New Orleans) RB Selvin Young (CFA) DT Josh Mallard** WR Glenn Martinez** DT Alvin McKinley*** (UFA-Cleveland) TE Chad Mustard** (PUP) P Sam Paulescu** DT Kenny Peterson** K Matt Prater** QB Patrick Ramsey** WR Brandon Stokley** LB Jamie Winborn** 2008 T Ryan Clady (1) DT Dewayne Robertson** (NYJ) LB Boss Bailey*** (UFA-Detroit) WR Eddie Royal (2) DT Nic Clemons** C Kory Lichtensteiger (4a) WR Keary Colbert*** (UFA-Carolina) CB Jack Williams (4b) CB Wale Dada** RB Ryan Torain (5a) G Dylan Gandy** DT Carlton Powell (5b) (PUP) WR Darrell Jackson** FB/LB Spencer Larsen (6) WR Taylor Jacobs** S Josh Barrett (7a) LB Niko Koutouvides*** (UFA-Seattle) FB Peyton Hillis (7b) S Marquand Manuel*** (UFA-Carolina) RB Anthony Alridge (CFA) S Marlon McCree** OL Mitch Erickson (CFA) WR Samie Parker*** (UFA-Kansas City) P Brett Kern (CFA) TE Brett Pierce** T Tyler Polumbus (CFA) RB Michael Pittman*** (UFA-Tampa Bay) WR Lorne Sam (CFA) CB Tyrone Poole** LB Wesley Woodyard (CFA) WR Clifford Russell** WR Edell Shepherd** (IR) S Vickiel Vaughn** Number in parentheses after draft choice indicates the round in which the player was taken. C Casey Wiegmann*** (UFA-Kansas City) CFA – indicates player was a rookie free agent when he joined the Broncos. ** – indicates player was an NFL veteran or had been in other camps before joining the Broncos. *** – indicates player was an unrestricted free agent who had not been released by previous team. (year) – indicates a player who had a previous tenure with the club, and the year it began. PS - indicates player is on Practice Squad for '08 season IR - indicates player is on Injured Reserve list for '08 season NFI - indicates player is on Reserve/Non-Football Injury list for '08 season PUP - indicates player is on Active/Physically Unable to Perform list 2008 PRESEASON BRONCOS SITUATIONAL RECORDS SITUATION Rec. BREAKDOWN when leading after 1st quarter...... 1-1 ...... Wins: vs. Dal. (8/16). Losses: at Hou. (8/9). when leading after 2nd quarter ...... 1-1 ...... Wins: vs. Dal. (8/16). Losses: vs. G.B. (8/22). when leading after 3rd quarter ...... 1-0 ...... Wins: vs. Dal. (8/16). Losses: None. when trailing after 1st quarter ...... 0-1 ...... Wins: None. Losses: vs. G.B. (8/22). when trailing after 2nd quarter ...... 0-1 ...... Wins: None. Losses: at Hou. (8/9). when trailing after 3rd quarter...... 0-2 ...... Wins: None. Losses: at Hou. (8/9), vs. G.B. (8/22). when Denver scores first ...... 1-0 ...... Wins: vs. Dal. (8/16). Losses: None. when opponent scores first ...... 0-2 ...... Wins: None. Losses: at Hou. (8/9), G.B. (8/22). when tied at the half ...... 0-0 ...... Wins: None. Losses: None. when Denver rushes for 100 yards ...... 1-2 ...... Wins: vs. Dal. (8/16). Losses: at Hou. (8/9), vs. G.B. (8/22). when opponent rushes for 100 yards ...... 0-1 ...... Wins: None. Losses: at Hou. (8/9). when winning turnover margin ...... 1-0 ...... Wins: vs. Dal. (8/16). Losses: None. when losing turnover margin...... 0-2 ...... Wins: None. Losses: at Hou. (8/9), G.B. (8/22). when Denver passes for 300 yards...... 0-0 ...... Wins: None. Losses: None. when opponent passes for 300 yards ...... 0-0 ...... Wins: None. Losses: None. when playing indoors ...... 0-1 ...... Wins: None. Losses: at Hou. (8/9). when playing outdoors ...... 1-1 ...... Wins: vs. Dal. (8/16). Losses: vs. G.B. (8/22). when playing on an artificial surface ...... 0-0 ...... Wins: None. Losses: None. when playing on natural grass...... 1-2 ...... Wins: vs. Dal. (8/16). Losses: at Hou. (8/9), G.B. (8/22). when winning the coin toss...... 0-1 ...... Wins: None. Losses: at Hou. (8/9). when losing the coin toss ...... 1-1 ...... Wins: vs. Dal. (8/16). Losses: vs. G.B. (8/22). when scoring 20 or more points...... 1-1 ...... Wins: vs. Dal. (8/16). Losses: vs. G.B. (8/22). when yielding 20 or more points ...... 0-1 ...... Wins: None. Losses: vs. G.B. (8/22). in overtime games ...... 0-0 ...... Wins: None. Losses: None.

2008 PRESEASON GAME-BY-GAME OFFENSIVE STARTERS

GAME WR LT LG C RG RT TE WR QB RB FB at Hou. (8/9) Marshall Clady Hamilton Wiegmann Kuper Harris Graham Royal Cutler Young Sapp vs. Dal. (8/16) Marshall Clady Hamilton Wiegmann Kuper Harris Graham Royal Cutler Young N. Jackson* vs. G.B. (8/22) Marshall Clady Hamilton Wiegmann Kuper Harris N. Jackson Royal Cutler Young Sapp at Ari. (8/29) * - Opened in a two TE-set

2008 PRESEASON GAME-BY-GAME DEFENSIVE STARTERS

GAME LE LT RT RE WLB MLB SLB LCB RCB SS FS at Hou. (8/9) Engelberger Peterson Thomas Dumervil D. Williams Webster B. Bailey Foxworth Paymah Manuel McCree vs. Dal. (8/16) Engelberger Robertson Thomas Dumervil D. Williams Koutouvides Winborn Foxworth Bly Manuel McCree vs. G.B. (8/22) Engelberger Robertson Thomas Dumervil D. Williams Webster Winborn C. Bailey Bly Manuel McCree at Ari. (8/29) 2008 PRESEASON INDIVIDUAL BRONCOS SINGLE-GAME HIGHS BRONCOS YARDS RUSHING ...... 46, Andre Hall, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) RUSHING ATTEMPTS ...... 16, Michael Pittman, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) RUSHING TOUCHDOWNS ...... 1, 2x, last: Andre Hall, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) YARDS PASSING ...... 178, Jay Cutler, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) PASS ATTEMPTS ...... 20, Jay Cutler, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) PASS COMPLETIONS ...... 20, Jay Cutler, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) TOUCHDOWN PASSES ...... 2, Jay Cutler, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) PASSES HAD INTERCEPTED ...... 2, Patrick Ramsey, at Hou. (8/9/08) RECEPTIONS ...... 6, 2x, last: Michael Pittman, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) RECEIVING YARDS ...... 71, Brandon Marshall, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) RECEIVING TOUCHDOWNS ...... 1, Brandon Marshall, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) TOTAL YARDS FROM SCRIMMAGE ...... 178, Jay Cutler, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) FIELD GOALS ...... 3, 2x, last: Matt Prater, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) TACKLES ...... 8, Wesley Woodyard, at Hou. (8/9/08) INTERCEPTIONS ...... 1, Jack Williams, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) SACKS ...... 1, 5x, last: Elvis Dumervil, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) LONGEST RUN FROM SCRIMMAGE ...... 21, Selvin Young, vs.G.B. (8/22/08) LONGEST PASS COMPLETION ...... 49, Jay Cutler, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) LONGEST PASS RECEPTION ...... 49, Brandon Marshall, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) LONGEST INTERCEPTION RETURN ...... 32, Jack Williams, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) LONGEST PUNT RETURN ...... 11, Glenn Martinez, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) LONGEST KICKOFF RETURN ...... 32, Andre Hall, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) LONGEST PUNT ...... 63, Brett Kern, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) LONGEST FIELD GOAL ...... 43, Matt Prater, vs. Dal. (8/16/08)

OPPONENTS YARDS RUSHING ...... 39, Kregg Lumpkin, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) RUSHING ATTEMPTS ...... 11, 2x, last: Kregg Lumpkin, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) RUSHING TOUCHDOWNS ...... 1, 2x, last: Kregg Lumpkin, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) YARDS PASSING ...... 193, , vs. G.B. (8/22/08) PASS ATTEMPTS ...... 22, Aaron Rodgers, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) PASS COMPLETIONS ...... 18, Aaron Rodgers, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) TOUCHDOWN PASSES ...... 1, 3x, last: Aaron Rodgers, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) PASSES HAD INTERCEPTED ...... 1, Richard Bartel, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) RECEPTIONS ...... 6, David Anderson, at Hou. (8/9/08) RECEIVING YARDS ...... 67, David Anderson, at Hou. (8/9/08) RECEIVING TOUCHDOWNS ...... 1, 3x, last:Donald Driver, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) TOTAL YARDS FROM SCRIMMAGE ...... 198, Aaron Rodgers, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) FIELD GOALS ...... 4, Kris Brown, at Hou. (8/9/08) TACKLES ...... 6, Bradie James, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) INTERCEPTIONS ...... 1, 3x, last: Tracey White, vs. (8/22/08) SACKS ...... 1, Marcus Smith, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) LONGEST RUN FROM SCRIMMAGE ...... 16, Shane Boyd, at Hou. (8/9/08) LONGEST PASS COMPLETION ...... 41, , at Hou. (8/9/08) LONGEST PASS RECEPTION ...... 41, , at Hou. (8/9/08) LONGEST INTERCEPTION RETURN ...... 34, Jamar Fletcher, at Hou. (8/9/08) LONGEST PUNT RETURN ...... 43, , vs. G.B. (8/22/08) LONGEST KICKOFF RETURN ...... 39, Steve Slaton, at Hou. (8/9/08) LONGEST PUNT ...... 72, Jon Ryan, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) LONGEST FIELD GOAL ...... 52, Kris Brown, at Hou. (8/9/08) 2008 PRESEASON BRONCOS SINGLE-GAME HIGHS AND LOWS

BRONCOS ...... HIGHS ...... LOWS TOTAL FIRST DOWNS ...... 22, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 17, at Hou. (8/9/08) TOTAL NET YARDS ...... 354, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 276, at Hou. (8/9/08) TOTAL OFFENSIVE PLAYS ...... 67, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 54, at Hou. (8/9/08) NET YARDS RUSHING ...... 131, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) ...... 123, at Hou. (8/9/08) RUSHING ATTEMPTS ...... 32, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 26, at Hou. (8/9/08) NET YARDS PASSING ...... 253, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 153, at Hou. (8/9/08) PASS ATTEMPTS ...... 34, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 28, at Hou. (8/9/08 PASS COMPLETIONS ...... 25, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 18, 2x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) PASSES HAD INTERCEPTED ...... 2, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 0, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) TIMES SACKED ...... 1, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 0, 2x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) PUNTS ...... 5, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 2, 2x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) GROSS PUNTING AVERAGE ...... 50.0, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) ...... 43.0, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) NET PUNTING AVERAGE ...... 45.0, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 29.0, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) PUNT RETURNS ...... 2, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 1, 2x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) PUNT RETURN YARDS ...... 11, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) ...... 2, at Hou. (8/9/08) KICKOFF RETURNS ...... 5, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 2, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) KICKOFF RETURN YARDS ...... 116, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 47, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) INTERCEPTION RETURNS ...... 1, 2x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) ...... 1, 2x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) INTERCEPTION RETURN YARDS ...... 32, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 7, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) PENALTIES ...... 12, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 5, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) YARDS PENALIZED ...... 80, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 36, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) FUMBLES ...... 1, 2x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) ...... 1, 2x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) FUMBLES LOST ...... 0, 2x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) ...... 0, 2x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) SACKS MADE ...... 2, 2x, last: vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 1, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) FUMBLES FORCED ...... 2, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 0, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) FUMBLES RECOVERED ...... 1, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 0, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) TIME OF POSSESSION ...... 33:07, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 30:01, vs. G.B. (8/22/08)

2008 PRESEASON OPPONENTS SINGLE-GAME HIGHS AND LOWS

OPPONENTS ...... HIGHS ...... LOWS TOTAL FIRST DOWNS ...... 21, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 16, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) TOTAL NET YARDS ...... 324, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 281, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) TOTAL OFFENSIVE PLAYS ...... 63, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 57, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) NET YARDS RUSHING ...... 140, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 70, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) RUSHING ATTEMPTS ...... 36, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 20, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) NET YARDS PASSING ...... 254, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 179, at Hou. (8/9/08) PASS ATTEMPTS ...... 35, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 25, at Hou. (8/9/08) PASS COMPLETIONS ...... 22, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 18, at Hou. (8/9/08) PASSES HAD INTERCEPTED ...... 1, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 0, 2x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) TIMES SACKED ...... 2, 2x, last: vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 1, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) PUNTS ...... 5, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 1, at Hou. (8/9/08) GROSS PUNTING AVERAGE ...... 60.0, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) ...... 30.0, at Hou. (8/9/08) NET PUNTING AVERAGE ...... 49.7, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) ...... 28.0, at Hou. (8/9/08) PUNT RETURNS ...... 2, 3x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) ...... 2, 3x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) PUNT RETURN YARDS ...... 42, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) ...... 3, at Hou. (8/9/08) KICKOFF RETURNS ...... 5, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 1,vs. G.B. (8/22/08) KICKOFF RETURN YARDS ...... 121, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 24, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) INTERCEPTION RETURNS ...... 2, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 1, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) INTERCEPTION RETURN YARDS ...... 64, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 7, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) PENALTIES ...... 9, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 3, at Hou. (8/9/08) YARDS PENALIZED ...... 78, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 37, at Hou. (8/9/08) FUMBLES ...... 2, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 0, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) FUMBLES LOST ...... 1, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 1, at Hou. (8/9/08) SACKS MADE ...... 1, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) ...... 0, 2x, last: vs. G.B. (8/22/08) FUMBLES FORCED ...... 1, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 1, at Hou. (8/9/08) FUMBLES RECOVERED ...... 0, at Hou. (8/9/08) ...... 0, at Hou. (8/9/08) TIME OF POSSESSION ...... 29:59, vs. G.B. (8/22/08) ...... 26:53, vs. Dal. (8/16/08) 2008 PRESEASON SCORING AND TOUCHDOWN DRIVE ANALYSIS

BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON 2008 PRESEASON GAME-BY-GAME SCORING DRIVES GAME-OPENING DRIVES Date Opp. Plays Yards Time Res. Qtr Scoring Play Quarterback 8/9 at Hou. 12 74 6:09 TD 1 Cutler 15 yd. run Cutler BRONCOS OPPONENT 8/9 at Hou. 4 4 0:47 FG 3 Prater 38 yd. Field Goal Ramsey Pts FD Yds. Pts FD Yds. 8/9 at Hou. 8 39 3:02 FG 4 Prater 31 yd. Field Goal Hackney 8/9 at Hou. 0 0 -7 3 3 51 8/9 at Hou. 8 72 4:29 FG 4 Prater 26 yd. Field Goal Hackney 8/16 vs. Dal. 7 4 65 0 3 24 8/16 vs. Dal. 9 65 9:43 TD 1 A. Hall 1 yd. run Cutler 8/22 vs. G..B. 3 3 58 7 4 80 8/16 vs. Dal. 9 90 5:53 TD 2 Marshall 3 yd. pass from Cutler Cutler 8/29 at. Ari. 8/16 vs. Dal. 11 63 4:13 FG 3 Prater 29 yd. Field Goal Ramsey TOTAL 10 7 116 10 10 155 8/16 vs. Dal. 8 41 3:32 FG 4 Prater 19 yd. Field Foal Ramsey 8/16 vs. Dal. 7 33 1:35 FG 4 Prater 43 yd. Field Goal Hackney 8/22 vs. G.B. 12 58 5:59 FG 1 Prater 40 yd. Field Goal Cutler 8/22 vs. G.B. 16 99 8:29 TD 2 Jackson 7 yd. pass from Cutler Cutler 8/22 vs. G.B. 1 80 0:16 TD 2 Marshall 49 yd. pass from Cutler Cutler 2008 PRESEASON 8/22 vs. G.B. 10 46 5:03 TD 4 Pittman 7 yd. pass from Ramsey Ramsey 2ND HALF-OPENING DRIVES

BRONCOS OPPONENT Pts FD Yds. Pts FD Yds. 8/9 at Hou. 0 0 2 3 3 76 8/16 vs. Dal. 3 3 63 3 3 56 8/22 vs. G..B. 0 0 3 7 3 40 8/29 at. Ari. TOTAL 3 3 68 13 9 172

2008 PRESEASON SCORING DRIVE LENGTH

BRONCOS OPPONENT YARDS TD FG TD FG (MINUS) -- -- 0 - 9 -1 -- 10 - 19 -- 1- 20 - 29 -- 1- BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON 30 - 39 -2 -1 40 - 49 11 1- TOUCHDOWN DRIVE ANALYSIS 50 - 59 -1 -5 TD TD Drive 60 - 69 11 11 Yards Length Length Possession Time TDs Plays TDs 70 - 79 11 -1 80 - 89 1- 1- 1 - 9 yards 4 - 00:00 - 00:59 1 1 1 90 - 99 2- -- 10 - 19 yards 1 - 01:00 - 01:59 - 2 - TOTAL 6 7 5 8 20 - 29 yards - - 02:00 - 02:59 - 3 - 30 - 39 yards - - 03:00 - 03:59 - 4 - 40 - 49 yards 1 1 04:00 - 04:59 - 5 - 50 - 59 yards - - 05:00 - 05:59 3 6 - 60 - 69 yards - 1 06:00 - 06:59 1 7 - 70 - 79 yards - 1 07:00 - 07:59 - 8 - 80 - 89 yards - 1 08:00 - 08:59 1 9 2 90 - 99 yards - 2 09:00 - 09:59 - 10 1 11:00 - 11:59 - 11 - 12:00 - 12:59 - 12 1 13:00 - 13:59 - 13 - 14:00 - 14:59 - 14 - 15:00 + - 15 - 16+ 1 TOTAL 6 6 TOTAL 6 TOTAL 6 2008 PRESEASON DRIVE/SACK/INT CHARTS / LEADERS AND LEAGUE RANKINGS

LONGEST SCORING DRIVES SHORTEST SCORING DRIVES OF 2008 PRESEASON OF 2008 PRESEASON MOST PLAYS FEWEST PLAYS Broncos: 16 (vs. G.B., Aug. 22, TD, 99 yds., 8:29) Broncos: 1 (vs. G.B., Aug. 22, TD, 80 yds., 0:16) Opponents: 15 (at Hou., Aug. 9, FG., 25 yds., 5:50) Opponents: 2 (at Hou., Aug. 9, TD, 26 yds., 0:49) MOST YARDS FEWEST YARDS Broncos: 99 (vs. G.B., Aug. 22, TD,16 plays, 8:29) Broncos: 4 (at Hou., Aug. 9, FG, 4 plays, 0:47) Opponents: 80 (vs. G.B., Aug. 22, TD, 8 plays, 3:37) Opponents: 10 (vs. G.B., Aug. 22, TD, 4 plays, 2:00) MOST TIME LEAST TIME Broncos: 8:29 (vs. G.B., Aug. 22, TD, 16 plays, 99 yds.) Broncos: 0:16 (vs. G.B., Aug. 22, TD, 1 play, 80 yds.) Opponents: 5:50 (at Hou., Aug. 9, FG, 15 plays, 54 yds.) Opponents: 0:49 (at Hou., Aug. 9, TD, 2 plays, 26 yds.) 2008 PRESEASON SACK CHART 2008 PRESEASON INT CHART TEAM (5.0) — Elvis Dumervil (2.0) - 1.0 vs. Dal. (8/16), 1.0 vs. G.B. (8/22). Jordan Beck TEAM (1.0) — Jack Williams (1.0) - 1.0 vs. Dal. (8/16). (1.0) - 1.0 at Hou. (8/9). Christian Morton (1.0) - 1.0 at Hou. (8/9). Kenny Peterson (1.0) - 1.0 vs. Dal. (8/16).

BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON LEADERS BY STATISTICAL CATEGORY Category ...... Player ...... AFC Rank . . . .AFC Leader ...... NFL Rank ...... NFL Leader Scoring ...... Prater - 27 ...... 2nd ...... K. Brown, Hou. - 30 ...... 1st ...... Kasay, Car. - 35 Rushing ...... Hall - 113 ...... 7th ...... C. Johnson, Ten. - 158 ...... 29th ...... Mason, Was. - 253 Passing Yards ...... Cutler - 352 ...... 6th ...... Ratliff, NYJ - 451 ...... 6th ...... Ratliff, NYJ - 451 Passer Rating ...... Cutler - 117.6 ...... 1st ...... Edwards, Buf. - 125.5 ...... 14th ...... Brees, N.O. - 124.0 Receiving Yards ...... Marshall - 139 ...... 5th(t) ...... Clowney, NYJ - 222 ...... 16th (t) ...... Clowney, NYJ - 222 Receptions ...... Marshall - 10 ...... 3rd(t) ...... Walter, Hou. - 13 ...... 6th (t) ...... McMullen, Was. - 16 Punting Avg ...... *Kern - 51.4 ...... 1st ...... *Kern - 51.4 ...... 2nd ...... *Kern - 51.4 Net Punting Avg ...... Paulescu - 39.7 ...... N/A ...... Pakulak, Oak. - 42.6 ...... 15th ...... *Atterberry, Chi. - 45.0 Interceptions ...... *J. Williams -1 ...... 5th(t) ...... Nelson, JaC. - 3 ...... 3rd (t) ...... Nelson, JaC. - 3 Kickoff Ret. Avg ...... Russell - 24.5 ...... 25th ...... Steptoe, Cle. - 36.7 ...... 24th ...... Manning, Chi. - 47.6 Punt Ret. Avg ...... Martinez - 6.3 ...... 21st ...... Leonard, Bal.- 19.5 ...... 41st ...... Leonard, Bal.- 19.5 * - Player does not qualify for league rankings.

HOW THE BRONCOS RANK IN THE AFC AND NFL - 2008 PRESEASON OFFENSE ...... Tot...... AFC Rank ...... AFC Leader ...... NFL Rank ...... NFL Leader Points Per Game ...... 21.0 ...... 2nd ...... Hou. - 24.0 ...... 8th ...... Sea. - 31.5 Total Yards Per Game ...... 317.0 ...... 5th ...... Ind. - 366.7...... 14th ...... Sea. - 425.0 Yards Per Play ...... 5.23 ...... 4th ...... NYJ. - 5.64 ...... 9th ...... N.O. - 6.14 Rushing Yards Per Game ...... 118.3 ...... 4th ...... Ten. - 185.0 ...... 11th ...... Sea. - 201.5 Net Passing Yds. Per Game ...... 198.7 ...... 5th ...... Ind. - 257.3 ...... 11th ...... N.O. - 280.7 Interceptions Per Pass Attempt ...... 3.16% ...... 13th ...... Buf., S.D. - 0.0% ...... 24th ...... Buf., S.D. - 0.0% Times Sacked Per Pass Attempt ...... 1.0% ...... 1st ...... Den. - 1.0% ...... 1st ...... Den. - 1.0% First Downs Per Game ...... 20.0 ...... 2nd ...... Hou. - 21.3 ...... 6th ...... Sea. - 25.5 Third-Down Efficiency ...... 42.9% ...... 3rd ...... Hou. - 55.0% ...... 7th ...... Hou. - 55.0% Fourth-Down Efficiency ...... 50.0% ...... 6th(t) ...... Buf., Mia. - 100.0% . . .13th(t) ...... Six Teams - 100% DEFENSE ...... Tot...... AFC Rank ...... AFC Leader ...... NFL Rank ...... NFL Leader Points Per Game ...... 19.7 ...... 10th ...... Mia. - 10.3 ...... 20th ...... Det. - 8.7 Total Yards Per Game ...... 308.0 ...... 6th ...... Pit. - 232.3 ...... 18th ...... T.B. - 191.0 Yards Per Play ...... 5.10 ...... 9th ...... Mia. - 3.97 ...... 21st ...... T.B. - 3.82 Rushing Yards Per Game ...... 101.3 ...... 3rd ...... Mia.- 82.0 ...... 9th ...... Sea. - 51.5 Net Passing Yds. Per Game ...... 206.7 ...... 11th ...... K.C. -144.7 ...... 22nd ...... S.F. - 127.7 Interceptions Per Pass Attempt ...... 1.1% ...... 14th ...... Oak. - 5.0% ...... 25th ...... Oak. - 5.0% Sacks Per Pass Attempt ...... 5.7% ...... 12th ...... NYJ. - 11.9% ...... 25th ...... NYJ - 11.9% First Downs Per Game ...... 19.0 ...... 10th ...... K.C., Pit. - 15.3 ...... 23rd ...... T.B. - 11.3 Third-Down Efficiency ...... 42.5% ...... 9th ...... Pit. - 29.7% ...... 24th ...... Phi. - 26.2% Fourth-Down Efficiency ...... 40.0% ...... 9th ...... Six Teams - 0.0% ...... 16th ...... Seven Teams - 0.0% Passin Fourth-Down Efficienc Safeties Goal-to-Go Efficienc TotalOffense Total Offense Time ofPoss.Av Total Points Third-Down Efficienc is on FirstDowns First Downs il ol FieldGoals Field Goals ut Punts Kickoffs Punts Kickoffs Rushin Red ZoneEfficienc utRtrsPuntReturns Kicks,HadBlocked Punt Returns Kicks, HadBlocked xr onsExtraPoints Touchdowns Fumbles Extra Points Touchdowns Fumbles eate Penalties KickoffReturns Penalties Interce Kickoff Returns RNO 08PEESNGM-YGM TTSISOPPONENTS2008PRESEASONGAME-BY-GAMESTATISTICS BRONCOS 2008PRESEASONGAME-BY-GAMESTATISTICS Av Int. Pct. Com Av Efficienc Efficienc Net Yards Efficienc Penalt Passin Av Attem Attem Converted Converted Rushin Total Scored-Attem Scored-Attem Rushin Net Yards Net Yards Attem Gross Yds. Yds. Lost Sacks Attem Made-Attem Av Yards No. Passin Pla Efficienc Av Yards No. In EndZone-TB No. Kickin Av Yards No. Field Goals-PATs Had Blocked Made-Attem Returns Pass Rush Total TDs Lost No. Yds. Lost Av Yards TFL - Number No. Net Av g g g g g g g y ./ . . . . ./ ./rush s p g g p p p y l. p p p p g inRtrsInterce tion Returns la la y g g g ds. g g ts ts ts ts Md.-Att. . Md.-Att. Md.-Att. y y y y y y p p ts ts p p ts ts g . y y y y 02 30 30:01 33:07 30:22 4 4 55% 74% 64% 5 0 67% 50% 25% 53% 31% 45% -5231-1 2-3 5-15 503. 29.0 32.4 45.0 322. 23.5 25.3 23.2 50.0 43.0 46.5 5 5 190 255 190 153 253 153 131 101 123 7 5 321 354 276 1 647 76 116 - - 3-3 2-2 1-1 - - 0-0 0-0 0-0 %6%67% 67% 0% 0% 100% 0% - - 0-0 0-0 0-0 - - 1-1 3-4 3-4 3-3 2-2 1-1 - - 2-3 2-3 2-3 0-1 2-4 1-4 - - 5-4 6-4 3-0 . . 5.8 7.2 5.5 5.3 5.3 5.1 . 200.0 32.0 0.0 11.0 5.0 2.0 4.7 3.2 4.7 82 18 25 18 83 33 34 28 28 32 26 15 16 11 46 61 67 54 72 21 22 17 62 24 23 16 325100 215 93 03 65 36 80 1265 201 022 343 61311857 020 558 020 010 032 0 010 000 252 565 21011121 000 010 000 013 110 123 000 101 532 at Hou. (8/9)

vs. Dal. (8/16)

vs. G.B. (8/22)

at Ari. (8/29) 11 TimeofPoss.Av 31:10 4 Pct. 64% 7 Efficienc Efficienc 57% 46% Efficienc 43% -9TFL- 8-19 -1Scored-Attem 5-11 48InEndZone-TB 14-8 44NetAv 34.4 39Av 23.9 Av 45.3 8 Pla 182 9 GrossYds. NetYards 598 596 NetYards 355 5 NetYards 951 0 Yards 408 8 Yds.Lost 181 3 Yards 239 - Kickin 6-6 - Passin 0-0 %Efficienc 0% - Rushin 0-0 - Made-Attem 7-9 Made-Attem 6-6 - Scored-Attem 4-7 . Av 6.2 Av 5.2 . Av 0.0 Av 5.8 Av 4.1 1Com 61 5Attem 95 Attem 86 Attem 42 0Penalt Passin Rushin 10 30 20 8Converted 18 Total 60 2Yards 32 3TotalPoints 63 6No. 16 3Yards 23 3Number 23 0No. 10 Int. 3 Attem 4 Converted 2 Yds.Lost Sacks 2 1 No. 1 Safeties 0 No. 9 No. FieldGoals-PATs HadBlocked 4 0 1 Returns Pass Rush TotalTDs 0 Lost 4 No. 2 6 0 2 TOTAL Passin Rushin Fourth-Down Efficienc Third-Down Efficienc Goal-to-Go Efficienc Red ZoneEfficienc g g g g g g g y ./ ./rush ./ . . . . s p g g p p p y l. p p p p g tion Returns la la y g g g y ds. g g ts ts ts ts Md.-Att. . Md.-Att. Md.-Att. y y y y y p p p ts ts ts p ts g . y y y y 93 65 29:50 26:53 29:38 2 3 71% 63% 72% -041 2-3 4-10 3-10 6 3 47% 33% 46% 5 3 75% 33% 25% 804. 49.7 44.4 28.0 20007.0 0.0 32.0 24.0 35.5 24.2 60.0 46.4 30.0 1 2 281 324 319 9 5 195 254 187 191 254 179 94 70 140 2 124 71 121 - - 3-3 1-1 1-1 - - 0-0 0-0 0-0 - - 0-0 0-0 0-0 %0 100% 0% 0% %10 100% 100% 0% - - 2-2 1-1 0-2 - - 3-4 1-3 1-4 - - 4-3 1-1 2-0 - - 2-3 2-2 4-4 3-3 1-1 1-1 . . 6.4 6.9 6.6 4.6 5.7 5.1 . . 2.9 3.5 3.9 . 6521.0 16.5 1.5 82 20 22 18 53 28 35 25 32 20 36 15 12 13 11 10 12 11 35 61 57 63 11 20 16 21 1208 6407 91 27 13 19 022180 232 30 77 77 78 37 010 212 202 848 647 002 221 201 000 153 545 33342 222 000 000 000 111 002 113 100 200 396 521 at Hou. (8/9)

vs. Dal. (8/16)

vs. G.B. (8/22)

at Ari. (8/29) 28:50 68% 9-23 43% 40% 46% 60% 5-11 44.3 23.7 27.0 49.1 13.0 181 640 620 304 924 442 192 216 5-5 0-0 0-0 3-5 6.7 5.1 7-4 8-9 5-5 3.5 60 88 88 40 33 20 17 57 20 71 59 14 78 18 1 5 4 2 5 3 0 9 6 0 0 0 3 2 5 1 2 8 TOTAL DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON QUARTER-BY-QUARTER STATISTICS

FIRST QUARTER SECOND QUARTER 3rd Dwn. 4th Dwn. Penalties 3rd Dwn. 4th Dwn. Penalties Pts. Yds. Rush Pass 1st Dwn. Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Pct. TOP No. Yds. Pts. Yds. Rush Pass 1st Dwn. Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Pct. TOP No. Yds. Denver 7 77 18 59 5 2 3 66.7% 0 0 0.0% 9:41 2 10 Denver 0 79 56 23 7 2 3 66.7% 0 0 0.0% 9:41 3 25 at Hou. (8/9) 3 59 17 42 4 1 2 50.0% 0 0 0.0% 5:19 0 0 at Hou. (8/9) 10 79 29 50 5 1 3 33.3% 0 1 0.0% 5:19 1 5 Denver 7 102 35 67 6 0 2 0.0% 1 1 100.0% 9:06 4 21 Denver 7 136 25 111 9 2 4 50.0% 0 0 0.0% 9:44 1 10 vs. Dal. (8/16) 0 49 20 29 3 2 3 66.7% 0 0 0.0% 5:54 4 40 vs. Dal. (8/16) 7 79 14 65 3 2 4 50.0% 0 0 0.0% 5:16 3 18 Denver 3 58 36 22 3 1 3 33.3% 0 0 0.0% 5:59 2 10 Denver 14 148 55 93 10 3 3 100.0% 1 1 100.0% 8:45 1 26 vs. G.B. (8/22) 7 104 25 79 7 4 4 100.0% 0 0 0.0% 9:01 1 5 vs. G.B. (8/22) 6 97 6 91 6 0 0 0.0% 0 0 0.0% 6:15 4 57 Denver Denver at Ari. (8/29) at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOT. 17 237 89 148 14 3 8 37.5% 1 1 100.0% 24:46:00 8 41 DENVER TOT. 21 363 136 227 26 7 10 70.0% 1 1 0.0% 28:10:00 5 61 OPP. TOT. 10 212 62 150 14 7 9 77.8% 0 0 0.0% 20:14:00 5 45 OPP. TOT. 23 255 49 206 14 3 7 42.9% 0 1 0.0% 16:50:00 8 80

THIRD QUARTER FOURTH QUARTER 3rd Dwn. 4th Dwn. Penalties 3rd Dwn. 4th Dwn. Penalties Pts. Yds. Rush Pass 1st Dwn. Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Pct. TOP No. Yds. Pts. Yds. Rush Pass 1st Dwn. Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Pct. TOP No. Yds. Denver 3 55 34 21 2 0 2 0.0% 0 0 0.0% 6:23 1 10 Denver 6 65 15 50 3 1 3 33.3% 0 0 0.0% 4:37 6 35 at Hou. (8/9) 3 107 40 67 4 2 4 50.0% 0 1 0.0% 8:37 0 0 at Hou. (8/9) 3 74 54 20 8 2 4 50.0% 0 0 0.0% 10:23 2 32 Denver 3 60 24 36 4 2 5 40.0% 0 0 0.0% 8:34 0 0 Denver 6 56 17 39 3 1 5 20.0% 1 1 100.0% 5:43 1 5 vs. Dal. (8/16) 3 56 3 53 3 0 3 0.0% 0 0 0.0% 6:26 1 5 vs. Dal. (8/16) 3 140 33 107 7 0 2 0.0% 0 1 0.0% 9:17 1 15 Denver 0 62 23 38 4 1 4 25.0% 0 0 0.0% 7:56 1 24 Denver 7 53 17 36 4 3 5 60.0% 1 1 100.0% 7:21 1 5 vs. G.B. (8/22) 7 61 46 15 6 3 4 75.0% 0 0 0.0% 7:04 1 15 vs. G.B. (8/22) 7 19 17 2 1 0 4 0.0% 0 2 0.0% 7:39 0 0 Denver Denver at Ari. (8/29) at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOT. 6 177 81 95 10 3 11 27.3% 0 0 0.0% 22:53:00 2 34 DENVER TOT. 19 174 49 125 10 5 13 38.5% 2 2 100.0% 17:41:00 8 45 OPP. TOT. 13 224 89 135 13 5 11 45.5% 0 1 0.0% 22:07:00 2 20 OPP. TOT. 13 233 104 129 16 2 10 20.0% 0 3 0.0% 27:19:00 3 47

DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON HALF-BY-HALF STATISTICS

FIRST HALF SECOND HALF 3rd Dwn. 4th Dwn. Penalties 3rd Dwn. 4th Dwn. Penalties Pts. Yds. Rush Pass 1st Dwn. Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Pct. TOP No. Yds. Pts. Yds. Rush Pass 1st Dwn. Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Pct. TOP No. Yds. Denver 7 156 74 82 12 4 6 66.7% 0 0 0.0% 19:22 5 35 Denver 9 120 49 71 5 1 5 20.0% 0 0 0.0% 11:00 7 45 at Hou. (8/9) 13 138 46 92 9 2 5 40.0% 0 1 0.0% 10:38 1 5 at Hou. (8/9) 6 181 94 87 12 4 8 50.0% 0 1 0.0% 19:00 2 32 Denver 14 238 60 178 15 2 6 33.3% 1 1 100.0% 18:50 5 31 Denver 9 116 41 75 7 3 10 30.0% 1 1 100.0% 14:17 1 5 vs. Dal. (8/16) 7 128 34 94 6 4 7 57.1% 0 0 0.0% 11:10 7 58 vs. Dal. (8/16) 6 196 36 160 10 0 5 0.0% 0 1 0.0% 15:43 2 20 Denver 17 206 91 115 13 4 6 66.7% 1 1 100.0% 14:44 3 36 Denver 7 115 40 74 8 4 9 44.4% 1 1 100.0% 15:17 2 29 vs. G.B. (8/22) 13 201 31 170 13 4 4 100.0% 0 0 0.0% 15:16 5 62 vs. G.B. (8/22) 14 80 63 17 7 3 8 37.5% 0 2 0.0% 14:43 1 15 Denver Denver at Ari. (8/29) at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOT. 38 600 225 375 40 10 18 55.6% 2 2 100.0% 52:56:00 13 102 DENVER TOT. 25 351 130 220 20 8 24 33.3% 2 2 100.0% 40:34:00 10 79 OPP. TOT. 33 467 111 356 28 10 16 62.5% 0 1 0.0% 37:04:00 13 125 OPP. TOT. 26 457 193 264 29 7 21 33.3% 0 4 0.0% 49:26:00 5 67 DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON THIRD-DOWN CHART (OVERALL)

Overall Run Pass 3rd and 1 3rd and 2 3rd and 3 3rd and 4 3rd and 5 3rd and 6 3rd and 7 3rd and 8 3rd and 9 3rd and 10+ GAME Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Denver 5 11 45.5% 3 5 60.0% 2 6 33.3% 1 1 00 00 0 0 00 01 11 11 12 1 5 at Hou. (8/9) 6 13 46.2% 2 4 50.0% 4 9 44.4% 1 1 00 02 3 3 02 12 00 01 01 1 1 Denver 5 16 31.3% 1 4 25.0% 4 12 33.3% 0 0 34 01 1 2 02 00 13 00 01 0 3 vs. Dal. (8/16) 4 12 33.3% 0 0 #DIV/0! 4 12 33.3% 0 0 11 00 2 4 11 00 00 01 01 0 4 Denver 8 15 53.3% 3 6 50.0% 5 9 55.6% 3 5 11 00 0 0 11 11 01 13 11 0 2 vs. G.B. (8/22) 7 15 46.7% 5 7 71.4% 2 8 25.0% 3 4 22 12 0 1 12 00 00 00 00 0 4 Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 18 42 42.9% 7 15 46.7% 11 27 40.7% 4 6 4 5 0 1 1 2 1 3 1 2 2 5 2 4 2 4 1 10 OPPONENT TOTAL 17 40 42.5% 7 11 63.6% 10 29 34.5% 4 5 3 3 1 4 5 8 2 5 1 2 0 0 0 2 0 2 1 9 DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON THIRD-DOWN CHART (RED ZONE) OverallRun Pass 3rd and 1 3rd and 2 3rd and 3 3rd and 4 3rd and 5 3rd and 6 3rd and 7 3rd and 8 3rd and 9 3rd and 10+ GAME Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Md. Att. Denver 1 4 25.0% 1 1 100.0% 0 3 0.0% 0 0 00 00 0 0 00 01 00 11 01 0 1 at Hou. (8/9) 1 4 25.0% 0 1 0.0% 1 3 33.3% 0 0 00 01 1 1 01 01 00 00 00 0 0 Denver 0 3 0.0% 0 0 0.0% 0 3 0.0% 0 0 00 01 0 1 00 00 00 00 01 0 0 vs. Dal. (8/16) 1 3 33.3% 0 0 0.0% 1 3 33.3% 0 0 00 00 0 0 11 00 00 01 00 0 1 Denver 2 3 66.7% 1 2 50.0% 1 1 100.0% 0 1 11 00 0 0 11 00 00 00 00 0 0 vs. G.B. (8/22) 3 4 75.0% 2 3 66.7% 1 1 100.0% 2 3 00 11 0 0 00 00 00 00 00 0 0 Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 3 10 30.0% 2 3 66.7% 1 7 14.3% 0 1 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 2 0 1 OPPONENT TOTAL 5 11 45.5% 2 4 50.0% 3 7 42.9% 2 3 0 0 1 2 1 1 1 2 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1

DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON THIRD DOWN DISTANCE CHART TOTAL THIRD DOWNS RUSHING PASSING 3RD DOWN TOTALS YARDS GAINED 3RD DOWN AVERAGES Game Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Pct. Md. Att. Pct. Yds. Needed Yds. Gained Run Pass Yds. Needed Yds. Gained Denver 5 11 45.5% 3 5 60.0% 2 6 33.3% 114 78 28 50 10.4 7.1 at Hou. (8/9) 6 13 46.2% 2 4 50.0% 4 9 44.4% 73 57 19 38 5.6 4.4 Denver 5 16 31.3% 1 4 25.0% 4 12 33.3% 97 66 15 51 6.1 4.1 vs. Dal. (8/16) 4 12 33.3% 0 0 0.0% 4 12 33.3% 86 60 0 60 7.2 5.0 Denver 8 15 53.3% 3 6 50.0% 5 9 55.6% 77 83 13 70 5.1 5.5 vs. G.B. (8/22) 7 15 46.7% 5 7 71.4% 2 8 25.0% 85 43 14 29 5.7 2.9 Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 18 42 42.9% 7 15 46.7% 11 27 40.7% 288 227 56 171 6.9 5.4 OPPONENT TOTAL 17 40 42.5% 7 11 63.6% 10 29 34.5% 244 160 33 127 6.1 4.0 DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON FOURTH-DOWN CHART

BRONCOS (2-for-4 / 50.0%) Drive Game Qtr. Time Score 4th and… Convert YardsPlay Pts. at Hou. (8/9) vs. Dal. (8/16) 1 10:25 0-0 1 Yes 6 Hall run 7 vs. Dal. (8/16) 4 13:45 Den., 17-10 1 Yes 28 Ramsey pass to Colbert 3 vs. G.B. (8/22) 4 15:00 G.B., 17-20 1 No 0 Ramsey inc. pass (Russell) 0 vs. G.B. (8/22) 4 2:19 G.B., 27-24 10 No 0 Hackney inc. pass 0

The Broncos have scored 10 points on drives extended by a fourth-down conversion. Pts: 10

FOURTH-DOWN CONVERSION LEADERS Player Run Rec. Total Hall 1 0 1 Colbert 0 1 1 TEAM TOTALS Md. Att. Pct. RUN: 1 1 100.0% PASS: 1 3 33.3% TOTALS 1 1 2 TOTAL: 2 4 100.0%

OPPONENTS (2-for-5 / 40.0%) Drive Game Qtr. Time Score 4th and… Convert YardsPlay Pts. at Hou. (8/9) 2 1:09 Hou., 13-7 16 No 15 Turk run 0 at Hou. (8/9) 3 3:03 Hou., 16-10 1 No 0 Boyd run 0 vs. Dal. (8/16) 4 2:29 Den., 20-13 5 No 0 Bartel inc. pass (Amendola) 0 vs. G.B. (8/22) 2 3:14 Den., 10-7 1 Yes 2 Rodgers run 3 vs. G.B. (8/22) 4 3:19 Den., 24-20 1 Yes 1 Lumpkin run 7

Opponents have scored 10 points on drives extended by a fourth-down conversion. Pts: 10

TEAM TOTALS Md. Att. Pct. RUN: 2 4 50.0% PASS: 0 1 0.0% TOTAL: 2 5 40.0% DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON RED ZONE CHART TD BREAKDOWN SCORING EFFICIENCY FAILED Game Pos. TDs Run Pass TD% FGs Score% MFG DWN TO EOH Denver 4 1 1 0 25.0% 2 75.0% 1 0 0 0 at Hou. (8/9) 4 1 0 1 25.0% 3 100.0% 0 0 0 0 Denver 4 2 1 1 50.0% 2 100.0% 0 0 0 0 vs. Dal. (8/16) 3 1 0 1 33.3% 1 66.7% 0 0 1 0 Denver 3 2 0 2 66.7% 0 66.7% 0 1 0 0 vs. G.B. (8/22) 4 3 2 1 75.0% 1 100.0% 0 0 0 0 Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 11 5 2 3 45.5% 4 81.8% 1 1 0 0 OPPONENT TOTAL 11 5 2 3 45.5% 5 90.9% 0 0 1 0

DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON GOAL-TO-GO CHART TD BREAKDOWN SCORING EFFICIENCY FAILED Game Pos. TDs Run Pass TD% FGs Score% MFG DWN TO EOH Denver 1 0 0 0 0.0% 1 100.0% 0 0 0 0 at Hou. (8/9) 2 0 0 0 0.0% 2 100.0% 0 0 0 0 Denver 3 2 1 1 66.7% 1 100.0% 0 0 0 0 vs. Dal. (8/16) 1 1 0 1 100.0% 0 100.0% 0 0 0 0 Denver 3 2 0 2 66.7% 0 66.7% 0 1 0 0 vs. G.B. (8/22) 2 2 2 0 100.0% 0 100.0% 0 0 0 0 Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 7 4 1 3 57.1% 2 85.7% 0 1 0 0 OPPONENT TOTAL 5 3 2 1 60.0% 2 100.0% 0 0 0 0 DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON TURNOVER LOG (-1) TAKEAWAYS (2 TOT., 1 INT, 1 FUM, 6 pts.) GIVEAWAYS (3 TOT., 3 INTS, 0 FUM, 14 pts.) Game Qtr. TimeTakeaway Player Field Pos. Pts. Game Qtr. TimeGiveaway Player Field Pos. Pts. at Hou. (8/9) 3 6:57Fumble Sapp HOU 24 3 at Hou. (8/9) 2 10:29Interception Ramsey DEN 26 7 vs. Dal. (8/16) 4 2:29Interception J. Williams DEN 42 3 at Hou. (8/9) 2 0:00Interception Ramsey HOU 39 0 vs. G.B. (8/22)NONE vs. Dal. (8/16) NONE vs. G.B. (8/22) 4 5:21Interception Ramsey DEN 10 7

BRONCOS TAKEAWAY LEADERS BRONCOS GIVEAWAY LEADERS Player INT FUM Totals Pts. Player INT FUM Totals Pts. Sapp 0 1 1 3 Ramsey 3 0 3 14 J. Williams 1 0 1 3

TOTALS 1 1 2 6 TOTALS 3 0 3 14

DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON TAKEAWAY CHART TOTAL TAKEAWAYS 1ST QTR. 2ND QTR. 3RD QTR. 4TH QTR. OT GAME INT FUM TOTAL PTS. INT FUM TOTAL PTS. INT FUM TOTAL PTS. INT FUM TOTAL PTS. INT FUM TOTAL PTS. INT FUM TOTAL PTS. Denver 01 1 3 00 0 0 00 0 0 01 1 3 00 0 0 00 0 0 at Hou. (8/9) 20 2 7 00 0 0 20 2 7 00 0 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 Denver 10 1 3 00 0 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 10 1 3 00 0 0 vs. Dal. (8/16) 00 0 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 Denver 00 0 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 vs. G.B. (8/22) 10 1 7 00 0 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 10 1 7 00 0 0 Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 1 1 2 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 3 1 0 1 3 0 0 0 0 OPPONENT TOTAL 3 0 3 14 0 0 0 0 2 0 2 7 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 7 0 0 0 0 Difference -2 +1 -1 -8 0 0 0 0 -2 0 -2 -7 0 +1 +1 +3 0 0 0 -4 0 0 0 0 DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON PENALTY CHART TOTAL OFFENSIVE DEFENSIVE SPECIAL TEAMS Game No. Yards No. Yards No. Yards No. Yards Denver 12 80 9 65 3 15 0 0 at Hou. (8/9) 3370033700 Denver 6 36 4 21 1 5 1 10 vs. Dal. (8/16) 9784354381 5 Denver 5652103550 0 vs. G.B. (8/22) 6773263510 0 Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 23 181 15 96 7 75 1 10 OPPONENT TOTAL 18 192 7 61 10 126 1 5

DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON DRIVE BREAKDOWN CHART FIELD GOALS Game OFF. DRIVES TDs MADE MISS PUNT INT FUM DOWN EOH SAF Denver 9 1 31220000 at Hou. (8/9) 8 1 40100200 Denver 102 31400000 vs. Dal. (8/16) 101 20510010 Denver 9 3 10210200 vs. G.B. (8/22) 103 21300010 Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 28 6 7 2 8 3 0 2 0 0 OPPONENT TOTAL 28 5 8 1 9 1 0 2 2 0 DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON SCORING DRIVE ANALYSIS

SCORING DRIVESALL SCORING DRIVES TOUCHDOWN DRIVES FIELD GOAL DRIVES PLAYS YARDS PLAYS YARDS PLAYS YARDS Game Tot TDs FGs No. Avg. LG No. Avg. LG No. Avg. LG No. Avg. LG No. Avg. LG No. Avg. LG Denver 4 1 3 32 8.0 12 189 47.3 74 12 12.0 12 74 74.0 74 20 6.7 8 115 38.3 72 at Hou. (8/9) 5 1 4 48 9.6 15 244 48.8 76 2 2.0 2 26 26.0 26 46 11.5 15 218 54.5 76 Denver 5 2 3 44 8.8 11 292 58.4 90 18 9.0 9 155 77.5 90 26 8.7 11 137 45.7 63 vs. Dal. (8/16) 3 1 2 25 8.3 9 190 63.3 69 8 8.0 8 65 65.0 65 17 8.5 9 125 62.5 69 Denver 4 3 1 39 9.8 16 283 70.8 99 27 9.0 16 225 75.0 99 12 12.0 12 58 58.0 58 vs. G.B. (8/22) 5 3 2 34 6.8 9 236 47.2 80 18 6.0 8 130 43.3 80 16 8.0 9 106 53.0 54 Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 13 6 7 115 8.8 16 764 58.8 99 57 9.5 16 454 75.7 99 58 8.3 12 310 44.3 72 OPPONENT TOTAL 13 5 8 107 8.2 15 670 51.5 80 28 5.6 8 221 44.2 80 79 9.9 15 449 56.1 76

DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON PER DRIVE COMPARISON CHART GAME TOTALS DRIVE AVERAGES YARDAGE YARDAGE Game Drives Points Plays 1st Dwns. Total Run Pass Points Plays 1st Dwns. Total Run Pass Denver 9 16 54 17 276 123 153 1.8 6.0 1.9 30.7 13.7 17.0 at Hou. (8/9) 8 19 63 21 319 140 179 2.4 7.9 2.6 39.9 17.5 22.4 Denver 10 23 67 22 354 101 253 2.3 6.7 2.2 35.4 10.1 25.3 vs. Dal. (8/16) 10 13 57 16 324 70 254 1.3 5.7 1.6 32.4 7.0 25.4 Denver 9 24 61 21 321 131 190 2.7 6.8 2.3 35.7 14.6 21.1 vs. G.B. (8/22) 10 27 61 20 281 94 187 2.7 6.1 2.0 28.1 9.4 18.7 Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 28 63 182 60 951 355 596 2.3 6.5 2.1 34.0 12.7 21.3 OPPONENT TOTAL 28 59 181 57 924 304 620 2.1 6.5 2.0 33.0 10.9 22.1 DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON FIELD POSITION CHART CUMULATIVE AVG. INSIDE AT INSIDE AT PAST INSIDE Game OFF. DRIVES STARTING LINE START OWN 20 OWN 20 50 50 50 OPP. 20 Denver 9 321 DEN 36 0 2 7 0 2 0 at Hou. (8/9) 8 268 HOU 34 1 1 7 0 1 0 Denver 10 289 DEN 29 2 1 9 0 1 0 vs. Dal. (8/16) 10 228 DAL 23 1 5 10 0 0 0 Denver 9 229 DEN 25 1 4 8 0 1 0 vs. G.B. (8/22) 10 344 GB 34 1 5 7 0 3 1 Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 28 839 30.0 3 7 24 0 4 0 OPPONENT TOTAL 28 840 30.0 3 11 24 0 4 1

DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON KICKOFF CHART AVG Game KICKOFFS YARDS LENGTH TBS TB PCT. EZ EZ PCT. IN5 IN10 OB Denver 5 341 68.2 0 0.0% 3 60.0% 4 5 0 at Hou. (8/9) 5 340 68.0 0 0.0% 2 40.0% 4 5 0 Denver 6 424 70.7 4 66.7% 6 100.0% 6 6 0 vs. Dal. (8/16) 4 273 68.3 1 25.0% 1 25.0% 4 4 0 Denver 5 351 70.2 4 80.0% 5 100.0% 5 5 0 vs. G.B. (8/22) 5 346 69.2 3 60.0% 4 80.0% 4 5 0 Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 16 1116 69.8 8 50.0% 14 87.5% 15 16 0 OPPONENT TOTAL 14 959 68.5 4 28.6% 7 50.0% 12 14 0

Kickoff totals include all kickoffs minus squib kicks, onside kicks and kicks that end a half.

DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON THREE-AND-OUTS CHART TOTALS 1ST QTR 2ND QTR 3RD QTR 4TH QTR OT 3&Out Pos. Pct. 3&Out Pos. Pct. 3&Out Pos. Pct. 3&Out Pos. Pct. 3&Out Pos. Pct. 3&Out Pos. Pct. Denver 2 9 22.2% 1 2 50.0% 0 3 0.0% 1 3 33.3% 0 1 0.0% 0 0 0.0% at Hou. (8/9) 0 8 0.0% 0 2 0.0% 0 2 0.0% 0 2 0.0% 0 2 0.0% 0 0 0.0% Denver 3 10 30.0% 0 2 0.0% 1 3 33.3% 1 3 33.3% 1 2 50.0% 0 0 0.0% vs. Dal. (8/16) 4 10 40.0% 0 1 0.0% 2 3 66.7% 2 3 66.7% 0 3 0.0% 0 0 0.0% Denver 1 9 11.1% 0 1 0.0% 0 2 0.0% 1 3 33.3% 0 3 0.0% 0 0 0.0% vs. G.B. (8/22) 1 10 10.0% 0 2 0.0% 0 2 0.0% 0 2 0.0% 1 4 25.0% 0 0 0.0% Denver at Ari. (8/29) DENVER TOTAL 6 28 21.4% 1 5 20.0% 1 8 12.5% 3 9 33.3% 1 6 16.7% 0 0 0.0% OPPONENT TOTA 5 28 17.9% 0 5 0.0% 2 7 28.6% 2 7 28.6% 1 9 11.1% 0 0 0.0% DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON BIG-PLAY LOG

BRONCOS RUSHING (10+Yards) BRONCOS PASSING (20+Yards) Game Qtr. Time Yards Player Game Qtr. Time Yards Player (QB) at Hou. (8/9) 1 1:05 15 Cutler at Hou. (8/9) 4 8:38 38 Scheffler (Hackney) at Hou. (8/9) 2 11:52 12 Scheffler vs. Dal. (8/16) 1 13:58 35 Royal (Cutler) at Hou. (8/9) 2 7:05 14 Hall vs. Dal. (8/16) 2 15:00 32 Royal (Cutler) at Hou. (8/9) 3 1:09 19 Alridge vs. Dal. (8/16) 4 13:45 28 Colbert (Ramsey) at Hou. (8/9) 4 7:34 16 Hackney vs. G.B. (8/22) 1 7:04 22 Marshall (Cutler) vs. Dal. (8/16)NONE vs. G.B. (8/22) 2 1:32 49 Marshall (Cutler) vs. G.B. (8/22) 1 11:17 21 Young vs. G.B. (8/22) 2 13:50 18 Hall vs. G.B. (8/22) 3 1:55 16 Pittman

RUSHING BIG-PLAY LEADERS PLAYER No. Yds. Avg. TDs PASSING BIG-PLAY LEADERS Hall 2 32 16.0 0 PLAYER No. Yds. Avg. TDs Young 1 21 21.0 0 Marshall 2 71 35.5 0 Alridge 1 19 19.0 0 Royal 2 67 33.5 0 Hackney 1 16 16.0 0 Scheffler 1 38 38.0 0 Pittman 1 16 16.0 0 Colbert 1 28 28.0 0 Cutler 1 15 15.0 1 Scheffler 1 12 12.0 0

TOTALS 8 131 16.4 1 TOTALS 6 204 34.0 0 DENVER BRONCOS 2008 PRESEASON OPPONENTS BIG-PLAY LOG

OPPONENT RUSHING (10+Yards) OPPONENT PASSING (20+Yards) Game Qtr. Time Yards Player Game Qtr. Time Yards Player (QB) at Hou. (8/9) 1 11:28 12 Davis at Hou. (8/9) 3 11:44 41 Jones (Rosenfels) at Hou. (8/9) 2 10:29 10 Taylor vs. Dal. (8/16) 2 2:00 37 Austin (Johnson) at Hou. (8/9) 2 1:09 15 Turk vs. Dal. (8/16) 3 15:00 27 Jones (Johnson) at Hou. (8/9) 3 5:03 16 Boyd vs. Dal. (8/16) 4 11:35 39 Lowber (Bartel) at Hou. (8/9) 4 13:20 10 Slaton vs. Dal. (8/16) 4 6:52 20 Hannah (Bartel) at Hou. (8/9) 4 3:44 11 Boyd vs. G.B. (8/22) 1 15:00 35 Humphrey (Rodgers) at Hou. (8/9) 4 2:46 13 Slaton vs. G.B. (8/22) 2 1:25 23 Driver (Rodgers) vs. Dal. (8/16) 1 5:06 11 Barber vs. Dal. (8/16) 2 6:45 11 Jones vs. Dal. (8/16) 4 5:21 11 Lattimore vs. G.B. (8/22) 3 7:46 14 Herron

RUSHING BIG-PLAY TOTALS PASSING BIG-PLAY TOTALS No. Yds. Avg. TDs No. Yds. Avg. TDs TOTALS 11 134 12.2 0 TOTALS 7 222 31.7 0 2008 BRONCOS PRESEASON INDIVIDUAL GAME-BY-GAME STATISTICS

PASSING

J.Cutler Date Opponent Att Cmp Yds Cmp% Yds/Att TD TD% INT INT% LG Sack/Lost Rating 8/9 @ Houston 10 8 59 80.0 5.90 0 0.0 0 0.0 15 0/0 91.2 8/16 Dallas 20 16 178 80.0 8.90 1 5.0 0 0.0 35 0/0 120.4 8/22 Green Bay 13 6 115 46.2 8.85 2 15.4 0 0.0 49t 0/0 117.0 TOTALS 43 30 352 69.8 8.19 3 7.0 0 0.0 49t 0/0 117.6

P.Ramsey Date Opponent Att Cmp Yds Cmp% Yds/Att TD TD% INT INT% LG Sack/Lost Rating 8/9 @ Houston 11 6 32 54.5 2.91 0 0.0 2 18.2 14 0/0 20.5 8/16 Dallas 13 8 67 61.5 5.15 0 0.0 0 0.0 28 0/0 74.8 8/22 Green Bay 16 10 70 62.5 4.38 1 6.3 1 6.3 11 0/0 67.2 TOTALS 40 24 169 60.0 4.23 1 2.5 3 7.5 28 0/0 46.8

D.Hackney Date Opponent Att Cmp Yds Cmp% Yds/Att TD TD% INT INT% LG Sack/Lost Rating 8/9 @ Houston 7 4 62 57.1 8.86 0 0.0 0 0.0 38 0/0 86.6 8/16 Dallas 1 1 10 100.0 10.00 0 0.0 0 0.0 10 1/2 108.3 8/22 Green Bay 4 2 5 50.0 1.25 0 0.0 0 0.0 9 0/0 56.2 TOTALS 12 7 77 58.3 6.42 0 0.0 0 0.0 38 1/2 77.4

RUSHING

A.Hall M.Pittman S.Young Date Opponent No Yds Avg LG TD No Yds Avg LG TD No Yds Avg LG TD 8/9 @ Houston 8 43 5.4 14 0 5 13 2.6 5 0 4 3 0.8 7 0 8/16 Dallas 7 24 3.4 7 1 16 41 2.6 8 0 9 36 4.0 9 0 8/22 Green Bay 9 46 5.1 18 0 10 36 3.6 16 0 6 42 7.0 21 0 TOTALS 24 113 4.7 18 1 31 90 2.9 16 0 19 81 4.3 21 0

J.Cutler A.Alridge D.Hackney Date Opponent No Yds Avg LG TD No Yds Avg LG TD No Yds Avg LG TD 8/9 @ Houston 1 15 15.0 15t 1 4 20 5.0 19 0 1 16 16.0 16 0 8/16 Dallas 0 0 0 -- 0 Active, Did Not Play 0 0 0 -- 0 8/22 Green Bay 1 6 6.0 6 0 Inactive 0 0 0 -- 0 TOTALS 2 21 10.5 15t 1 4 20 5.0 19 0 1 16 16.0 16 0

T.Scheffler D.Jackson P.Hillis Date Opponent No Yds Avg LG TD No Yds Avg LG TD No Yds Avg LG TD 8/9 @ Houston 1 12 12.0 12 0 2 1 0.5 2 0 Active, Did Not Play 8/16 Dallas 0 0 0 -- 0 Inactive 0 0 0 -- 0 8/22 Green Bay 0 0 0 -- 0 Active, Did Not Play 1 1 1.0 1 0 TOTALS 1 12 12.0 12 0 2 1 0.5 2 0 1 1 1.0 1 0

C.Sapp Date Opponent No Yds Avg LG TD 8/9 @ Houston 0 0 0 -- 0 8/16 Dallas 0 0 0 -- 0 8/22 Green Bay 1 0 0.0 0 0 TOTALS 1 0 0.0 0 0 2008 BRONCOS PRESEASON INDIVIDUAL GAME-BY-GAME STATISTICS

RECEIVING

B.Marshall M.Pittman C.Russell Date Opponent No. Yds. Avg. LG TD No. Yds. Avg. LG TD No. Yds. Avg. LG TD 8/9 @ Houston 2 9 4.5 9 0 1 4 4.0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 8/16 Dallas 6 59 9.8 18 1 1 6 6.0 6 0 3 28 9.3 19 0 8/22 Green Bay 2 71 35.5 49t 1 6 25 4.2 10 1 3 29 9.7 11 0 TOTALS 10 139 13.9 49t 2 8 35 4.4 10 1 6 57 9.5 19 0

N.Jackson E.Royal T.Scheffler Date Opponent No. Yds. Avg. LG TD No. Yds. Avg. LG TD No. Yds. Avg. LG TD 8/9 @ Houston 1 10 10.0 10 0 2 13 6.5 8 0 3 47 15.7 38 0 8/16 Dallas 2 11 5.5 6 0 2 67 33.5 35 0 1 8 8.0 8 0 8/22 Green Bay 2 18 9.0 11 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TOTALS 5 39 7.8 11 1 4 80 20.0 35 0 4 55 13.8 38 0

A.Alridge B.Stokley K.Colbert Date Opponent No. Yds. Avg. LG TD No. Yds. Avg. LG TD No. Yds. Avg. LG TD 8/9 @ Houston 3 20 6.7 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8/16 Dallas Active, Did Not Play 3 34 11.3 15 0 2 30 15.0 28 0 8/22 Green Bay Inactive 0 0 0 0 0 1 7 7.0 7 0 TOTALS 3 20 6.7 12 0 3 34 11.3 15 0 3 37 12.3 28 0

S.Young A.Hall C.Sapp Date Opponent No. Yds. Avg. LG TD No. Yds. Avg. LG TD No. Yds. Avg. LG TD 8/9 @ Houston 2 20 10.0 15 0 1 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 8/16 Dallas 1 -3 -3.0 -3 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 2 12 6.0 10 0 8/22 Green Bay 0 0 0.0 0 0 1 12 12.0 12 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 TOTALS 3 17 5.7 15 0 2 12 6.0 12 0 2 12 6.0 10 0

G.Martinez P.Hillis B.Pierce Date Opponent No. Yds. Avg. LG TD No. Yds. Avg. LG TD No. Yds. Avg. LG TD 8/9 @ Houston 0 0 0.0 0 0 Active, Did Not Play 0 0 0.0 0 0 8/16 Dallas 1 3 3.0 3 0 1 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 8/22 Green Bay 1 9 9.0 9 0 1 14 14.0 14 0 1 5 5.0 5 0 TOTALS 2 12 6.0 9 0 2 14 7.0 14 0 1 5 5.0 5 0

D.Graham D.Jackson S.Parker Date Opponent No. Yds. Avg. LG TD No. Yds. Avg. LG TD No. Yds. Avg. LG TD 8/9 @ Houston 1 7 7.0 7 0 1 14 14.0 14 0 1 9 9.0 9 0 8/16 Dallas 0 0 0 0 0 Inactive 0 0 0 0 0 8/22 Green Bay Inactive Active, Did Not Play Active, Did Not Play TOTALS 1 7 7.0 7 0 1 14 14.0 14 0 1 9 9.0 9 0

2008 BRONCOS PRESEASON INDIVIDUAL GAME-BY-GAME STATISTICS

PUNT RETURNS

G.Martinez E.Royal Date Opponent No. Yds. Avg. LG FC TD No. Yds. Avg. LG FC TD 8/9 @ Houston 1 2 2.0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8/16 Dallas 1 6 6.0 6 1 0 1 4 4.0 4 1 0 8/22 Green Bay 1 11 11.0 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TOTALS 3 19 6.3 11 1 0 1 4 4.0 4 1 0

KICKOFF RETURNS

A.Hall C.Russell Date Opponent No. Yds. Avg. LG FC TD No. Yds. Avg. LG FC TD 8/9 @ Houston 1 20 20.0 20 0 0 1 25 25.0 25 0 0 8/16 Dallas 2 52 26.0 32 0 0 1 24 24.0 24 0 0 8/22 Green Bay 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TOTALS 3 72 24.0 32 0 0 2 49 24.5 25 0 0

E.Royal G.Martinez Date Opponent No. Yds. Avg. LG FC TD No. Yds. Avg. LG FC TD 8/9 @ Houston 2 48 24.0 27 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8/16 Dallas 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8/22 Green Bay 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 47 23.5 24 0 0 TOTALS 2 48 24.0 27 0 0 2 47 23.5 24 0 0

A.Alridge Date Opponent No. Yds. Avg. LG FC TD 8/9 @ Houston 1 23 23.0 23 0 0 8/16 Dallas Active, Did Not Play 8/22 Green Bay Inactive TOTALS 1 23 23.0 23 0 0

PUNTING

B.Kern S.Paulescu Date Opponent No. Yds. Avg. TB In20 LG Net No. Yds. Avg. TB In20 LG Net 8/9 @ Houston 1 42 42.0 0 0 42 47.0 1 51 51.0 0 0 51 43.0 8/16 Dallas 2 115 57.5 1 0 63 28.7 2 100 50.0 0 1 57 38.0 8/22 Green Bay 2 100 50.0 0 0 59 29.0 Active, Did Not Play TOTALS 5 257 51.4 1 0 63 38.2 3 151 50.3 0 1 57 39.7

FIELD GOALS

M.Prater Date Opponent 1-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+ Total Pct. PATM PATA Pct. 8/9 @ Houston 0-0 1-1 2-3 0-0 0-0 0-0 3-4 .750 1 1 1.000 8/16 Dallas 1-1 1-1 0-0 1-2 0-0 0-0 3-4 .750 2 2 1.000 8/22 Green Bay 0-0 0-0 0-0 1-1 0-0 0-0 1-1 1.000 3 3 1.000 TOTALS 1-1 2-2 2-3 2-3 0-0 0-0 7-9 .778 6 6 1.000 2008 BRONCOS PRESEASON INDIVIDUAL GAME-BY-GAME STATISTICS

DEFENSE

D.FO"!ORTH !.!OODYARD J.!INBORN Date Opponent TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. 8/9 @ Houston 3 3 0 0-0 0-0 8 8 0 0-0 0-0 3 1 2 0-0 0-0 8/16 Dallas 6 6 0 0-0 0-0 5 4 1 0-0 0-0 4 4 0 0-0 0-0 8/22 Green Bay 6 6 0 0-0 0-0 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 6 3 3 0-0 0-0 TOTALS 15 15 0 0-0 0-0 15 14 1 0-0 0-0 13 8 5 0-0 0-0

J.BARRETT M.MCCREE K.PETERSON Date Opponent TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. 8/9 @ Houston 7 4 3 0-0 0-0 3 1 2 0-0 0-0 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 8/16 Dallas 2 1 1 0-0 0-0 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 3 2 1 1-0 0-0 8/22 Green Bay 2 1 1 0-0 0-0 4 2 2 0-0 0-0 3 3 0 0-0 0-0 TOTALS 11 6 5 0-0 0-0 9 5 4 0-0 0-0 8 7 1 1-0 0-0

R.ROGERS N.!EBSTER J.BECK Date Opponent TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. 8/9 @ Houston 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 3 3 0 0-0 0-0 4 4 0 1-5 0-0 8/16 Dallas 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 8/22 Green Bay 4 3 1 0-0 0-0 3 3 0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 TOTALS 7 6 1 0-0 0-0 7 7 0 0-0 0-0 6 6 0 1-5 0-0

M.MANUEL C.MORTON J.ENGELBERGER Date Opponent TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. 8/9 @ Houston 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 6 6 0 1-7 0-0 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 8/16 Dallas 0 0 0 0-0 0-0N!T WITH T"AM 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 8/22 Green Bay 4 2 2 0-0 0-0 N!T WITH T"AM 4 3 1 0-0 0-0 TOTALS 6 4 2 0-0 0-0 6 6 0 1-7 0-0 5 4 1 0-0 0-0

S.LARSEN P.CARRINGTON E.DUMERVIL Date Opponent TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. 8/9 @ Houston 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 8/16 Dallas 4 2 2 0-0 0-0 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 2 2 0 1-0 0-0 8/22 Green Bay 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 2 2 0 1-8 0-0 TOTALS 5 2 3 0-0 0-0 4 3 1 0-0 0-0 4 4 0 2-8 0-0

E.EKUBAN N.KOUTOUVIDES A.MCKINLEY Date Opponent TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. 8/9 @ Houston 4 3 1 0-0 0-0 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 8/16 Dallas DID N!T P#A$ 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 8/22 Green Bay DID N!T P#A$ 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 3 2 1 0-0 0-0 TOTALS 4 3 1 0-0 0-0 4 4 0 0-0 0-0 4 3 1 0-0 0-0 2008 BRONCOS PRESEASON INDIVIDUAL GAME-BY-GAME STATISTICS DEFENSE

K.PAYMAH L.REID D.!ILLIAMS Date Opponent TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. 8/9 @ Houston 3 2 1 0-0 0-0 4 4 0 0-0 0-0 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 8/16 Dallas 1 1 0 0-0 0-0N!T WITH T"AM 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 8/22 Green Bay 0 0 0 0-0 0-0N!T WITH T"AM 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 TOTALS 4 3 1 0-0 0-0 4 4 0 0-0 0-0 4 4 0 0-0 0-0

D.BLY D.ROBERTSON J.!ILLIAMS Date Opponent TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. 8/9 @ Houston 1 0 1 0-0 0-0DID N!T P#A$ 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 8/16 Dallas 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 2 2 0 0-0 1-32 8/22 Green Bay 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 2 1 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 TOTALS 3 2 1 0-0 0-0 3 2 1 0-0 0-0 3 2 1 0-0 1-32

T.CRO!DER L.GREEN J.MOSS Date Opponent TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. 8/9 @ Houston 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 2 1 1 0-0 0-0 8/16 Dallas 0 0 0 0-0 0-0DID N!T P#A$ 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 8/22 Green Bay 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 2 1 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 TOTALS 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 2 1 1 0-0 0-0 2 1 1 0-0 0-0

T.POOLE M.THOMAS V.VAUGHN Date Opponent TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. 8/9 @ Houston N!T WITH T"AM 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 2 1 1 0-0 0-0 8/16 Dallas 2 1 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 8/22 Green Bay 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 TOTALS 2 1 1 0-0 0-0 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 2 1 1 0-0 0-0

H.ABDULLAH C.BAILEY L.BIRDINE Date Opponent TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. 8/9 @ Houston DID N!T P#A$ DID N!T P#A$ 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 8/16 Dallas 1 1 0 0-0 0-0DID N!T P#A$ 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 8/22 Green Bay DID N!T P#A$ 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 TOTALS 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 1 1 0 0-0 0-0

N.CLEMONS Date Opponent TT UT AT S-Yds. I-Yds. 8/9 @ Houston 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 8/16 Dallas 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 8/22 Green Bay 1 1 0 0-0 0-0 TOTALS 2 2 0 0-0 0-0 FINAL INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS 1 Houston 19, Denver 16 Denver Broncos Houston Texans RUSHING ATT YDS AVG LG TD RUSHING ATT YDS AVG LG TD A. Hall 8 43 5.4 14 0 S. Slaton 11 37 3.4 13 0 A. Alridge 4 20 5.0 19 0 D. Walker 8 29 3.6 7 0 Saturday, Aug. 9, 2008 • 7:07 p.m. CDT • Reliant Stadium • Houston, Texas D. Hackney 1 16 16 16 0 S. Boyd 5 28 5.6 16 0 J. Cutler 1 15 15 15 1 C. Taylor 10 19 1.9 10 0 M. Pittman 5 13 2.6 5 0 M. Turk 1 15 15 15 0 WEATHER: Indoors • TIME: 3:02 • ATTENDANCE: 70,020 T. Scheffler 1 12 12 12 0 A. Davis 1 12 12 12 0 S. Young 4 3 0.8 7 0 D. Jackson 2 1 0.5 2 0 For only the third time in 14 seasons under Head Coach Mike TOTAL 26 123 4.7 19 1 TOTAL 36 140 3.9 16 0 Shanahan, the Denver Broncos lost a preseason opener with their TKD/ TKD/ DENVER BRONCOS PASSING ATT CMP YDS YD TD LG IN Rtg. PASSING ATT CMP YDS YD TD LG IN Rtg. 19-16 defeat to the Houston Texans in front of 70,020 fans at P. Ramsey 11 6 32 0 0 14 2 20.5 S. Rosenfels 15 10 137 1/7 1 41 0 117.9 OFFENSE DEFENSE J. Cutler 10 8 59 0 0 15 0 91.2 M. Schaub 5 4 29 0 0 10 0 90.8 Reliant Stadium. D. Hackney 7 4 62 0 0 38 0 86.6 S. Boyd 5 4 25 1/5 0 9 0 87.5 WR 15 B. Marshall LE 60 J. Engelberger TOTAL 28 18 153 0 0 38 2 48.7 TOTAL 25 18 191 2/12 1 41 0 107.2 Houston kicker Kris Brown converted a 25-yard game-winning LT 78 R. Clady LT 90 K. Peterson PASS RECEIVING NO YDS AVG LG TD PASS RECEIVING NO YDS AVG LG TD T. Scheffler 3 47 15.7 38 0 D. Anderson 6 67 11.2 16 1 field goal with no time left on the clock. LG 50 B. Hamilton RT 79 M. Thomas A. Alridge 3 20 6.7 12 0 L. McCoy 2 18 9.0 9 0 S. Young 2 20 10.0 15 0 J. Cook 2 5 2.5 5 0 Wide receiver Eddie Royal and tackle Ryan Clady made their NFL C 62 C. Wiegmann RE 92 E. Dumervil E. Royal 2 13 6.5 8 0 J. Jones 1 41 41.0 41 0 RG 73 C. Kuper WLB 55 D. Williams B. Marshall 2 9 4.5 9 0 T. Carter 1 16 16.0 16 0 debut along with 10 other Broncos rookies. The two players D. Jackson 1 14 14 14 0 V. Leach 1 13 13.0 13 0 RT 74 R. Harris MLB 58 N. Webster N. Jackson 1 10 10.0 10 0 O. Daniels 1 10 10.0 10 0 became the first rookies in franchise history to start a preseason S. Parker 1 9 9.0 9 0 A. Davis 1 9 9.0 9 0 TE 89 D. Graham SLB 97 B. Bailey D. Graham 1 7 7.0 7 0 A. Green 1 5 5.0 5 0 opener at the wide receiver and tackle positions, respectively. M. Pittman 1 4 4.0 4 0 K. Walter 1 5 5.0 5 0 WR 19 E. Royal LCB 22 D. Foxworth A. Hall 1 0 0.0 0 0 S. Slaton 1 2 2.0 2 0 Denver rookie linebacker Wesley Woodyard led the Broncos’ QB 6 J. Cutler RCB 41 K. Paymah TOTAL 18 153 8.5 38 0 TOTAL 18 191 10.6 41 1 defense with eight tackles (all solo). He was part of a Denver RB 35 S. Young SS 33 M. Manuel INTERCEPTIONS NO YDS AVG LG TD INTERCEPTIONS NO YDS AVG LG TD TOTAL 0 0 0.0 — 0 J. Fletcher 1 34 34.0 34 0 defense that limited the Texans to 1-of-4 success in the red zone. FB 37 C. Sapp FS 20 M. McCree N. Ferguson 1 30 30.0 30 0 Quarterback Jay Cutler played the first two series for Denver, TOTAL 2 64 32.0 34 0 BRONCOS SUBSTITUTIONS: P 1 B. Kern, P 2 S. Paulescu, QB 4 D. Hackney, K 5 PUNTING NO YDS AVG NET TB IN20 LG PUNTING NO YDS AVG NET TB IN20 LG completing 8-of-10 passes for 59 yards (91.2 rtg.). He scored the M. Prater, WR 10 C. Russell, QB 11 P. Ramsey, WR 12 S. Parker, WR 13 K. S. Paulescu 1 51 51.0 43.0 0 0 51 M. Turk 1 30 30.0 28.0 0 0 30 B. Kern 1 42 42.0 47.0 0 0 42 Broncos’ lone touchdown on a 15-yard scramble. Colbert, WR 14 B. Stokley, WR 16 M. McDaniel, WR 17 G. Martinez, RB 23 A. Hall, TOTAL 2 93 46.5 45.0 0 0 51 TOTAL 1 30 30.0 28.0 0 0 30 It was the Texans who struck first in the contest, knocking CB 25 C. Morton, CB 26 J. Williams, RB 28 M. Pittman, CB 31 L. Reid, CB 32 D. PUNT RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD PUNT RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD Bly, S 34 V. Vaughn, S 36 J. Barrett, RB 38 A. Alridge, S 43 R .Rogers, LB 46 S. G. Martinez 1 2 2.0 0 2 0 J. Jones 2 3 1.5 0 8 0 RETURNS 1 2 2.0 0 2 0 RETURNS 2 3 1.5 0 8 0 through a 23-yard field goal with their first possession of the Larsen, LB 51 J. Winborn, LB 52 L. Green, LB 53 N. Koutouvides, LB 56 M. game. After a quick three-and-out on their first drive, the Broncos’ Padilla, LB 57 J. Beck, LB 59 W. Woodyard, G 61 M. Erickson, T 64 E. Pears, G KICKOFF RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD KICKOFF RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD first-team offense responded with a 12-play, 74-yard touchdown 65 D. Gandy, C 67 K. Lichtensteiger, DT 68 S. Harris, G 69 P. Alexander, T 76 T. E. Royal 2 48 24.0 0 27 0 S. Slaton 4 97 24.3 0 39 0 Polumbus, DE 77 L. Birdine, TE 81 N. Jackson, WR 82 D. Jackson, TE/LS 83 M. C. Russell 1 25 25.0 0 25 0 A. Davis 1 24 24.0 0 24 0 drive to take a 7-3 lead with less than a minute remaining in the Leach, TE 84 B. Pierce, WR 87 L. Sam, TE 88 T. Scheffler, 91 E. Ekuban, DT 93 A. Alridge 1 23 23.0 0 23 0 A. Hall 1 20 20.0 0 20 0 first quarter. N. Clemons, DE 94 J. Moss, DE 95 P. Carrington, DE 96 T. Crowder, DT 98 J. RETURNS 5 116 23.2 0 27 0 RETURNS 5 121 24.2 0 39 0 Brown’s 52-yard field goal along with a 16-yard touchdown pass Mallard, DT 99 A. McKinley. Denver Broncos Own Opp. Out Houston Texans Own Opp. Out from quarterback Sage Rosenfels to wide receiver David Anderson FUMBLES Fum Lost Rec. Yds TD FF Rec. Yds TD Bnds FUMBLES Fum Lost Rec. Yds TD FF Rec. Yds TD Bnds gave the Texans a 13-7 lead entering halftime. HOUSTON TEXANS A. Alridge 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 J. Jones 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 T. Polumbus 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 S. Rosenfels 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 After another Brown field goal, Broncos kicker Matt Prater made OFFENSE DEFENSE C. Morton 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 C. Taylor 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 C. Sapp 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 J. Nading 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 three consecutive field goals (38, 31, 26) to tie the game at 16 with WR 11 A. Davis LE 98 A. Weaver TOTAL 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 TOTAL 2 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 less than six minutes remaining in the contest. LT 76 D. Brown LT 91 A. Okoye Houston set up its game-winning score by driving 54 yards on LG 69 C. Pitts RT 99 T. Johnson C 55 C. Myers RE 90 M. Williams 15 plays, putting Brown in position to make a 25-yard field-goal RG 65 M. Brisiel SLB 54 Z. Diles FINAL TEAM STATISTICS attempt. RT 73 E. Winston MLB 59 D. Ryans More than 60 Broncos saw time against the Texans in their pre- TE 81 O. Daniels WLB 56 M. Greenwood BRONCOS TEXANS BRONCOS TEXANS season opener. Denver suffered a pair of injuries to two of its line- WR 83 K. Walter LCB 32 F. Bennett TOTAL FIRST DOWNS 27 21 FGs – PATs Had Blocked 0-0 0-0 By Rushing 8 8 Net punting average 45.0 28.0 backers in Boss Bailey (ankle) and Louis Green (neck/concussion), QB 8 M. Schaub SS 35 J. Reeves By Passing 6 11 TOTAL RETURN YARDAGE (Not Including Kickoffs) 2 67 who was taken to an area hospital for tests before being released FB 44 V. Leach FS 47 W. Demps By Penalty 3 2 No. and Yards Punt Returns 1-2 2-3 RB 30 A. Green RCB 24 CC. Brown THIRD DOWN EFFICIENCY 5-11-45% 6-13-46% No. and Yards Kickoff Returns 5-116 5-121 and accompanying the Broncos on their flight back to Denver. FOURTH DOWN EFFICIENCY 0-0-0% 0-2-0% No. and Yards Interception Returns 0-0 2-64 Denver’s contest against the Texans was its final tune-up before TEXANS SUBSTITUTIONS: P 1 M. Turk, PK 3 K. Brown, QB 7 S. Boyd, WR 12 J. TOTAL NET YARDS 276 319 PENALTIES Number and Yards 12-80 3-37 Total Offensive Plays (inc. times thrown passing) 54 63 practicing against the Cowboys on Aug. 13-14 at its training facil- Jones, WR 13 M. Simmons, WR 16 T. Carter, WR 17 L. McCoy, QB 18 S. FUMBLES Number and Lost 1-0 2-1 Average gain per offensive play 5.1 5.1 TOUCHDOWNS 1 1 Rosenfels, RB 20 S. Slaton, CB 21 J. Fletcher, SS 25 N. Ferguson, SS 26 G. Earl, ity in Englewood, Colo. NET YARDS RUSHING 123 140 Rushing 1 0 RB 27 C. Taylor, CB 29 D. Roberson, FS 31 B. Harrison, FS 34 D. Barber, RB 37 Total Rushing Plays 26 36 Passing 0 1 D. Walker, CB 38 D. Faggins, CB 39 D. Wynn, FB 43 J. Cook, LS 48 B. Pittman, Average gain per rushing play 4.7 3.9 Punt Returns 0 0 C 50 G. Eslinger, LB 51 C. Thompson, LB 52 X. Adibi, LB 53 K. Coley, LB 57 K. Tackles for a loss – number and yards 5-15 3-10 EXTRA POINTS Made-Attempts 1-1 1-1 OFFICIALS: Bentley, DE 58 R. Colvin, LB 60 B. Moffitt, LB 61 M. Richardson, T 62 S. Jackson, NET YARDS PASSING 153 179 Kicking Made-Attempts 1-1 1-1 Referee — Mike Carey (94); Umpire — Dan Farrell (64); Head C 63 C. White, G 64 K. Studdard, DT 66 D. Robinson, DT 67 G. Long, C/G 68 M. Times thrown – yards lost attempting to pass 0-0 2-12 Passing Made-Attempts 0-0 0-0 Gross yards passing 153 191 Linesman — Dana McKenzie (8); Line Judge — Tom Barnes (55); Side Fenton, G 70 F. Weary, DE 72 J. Nading, T 74 E. Salaam, T 75 B. Frye, T 77 T. FIELD GOALS Made-Attempts 3-4 4-4 PASS ATTEMPTS-COMPLETIONS-HAD INTERCEPTED 28-18-2 15-18-0 RED ZONE EFFICIENCY 1-4-25% 1-4-15% Judge — Don Carlsen (39); Field Judge — Buddy Horton (82); Back Tucker, T 78 R. Butler, WR 80 A. Johnson, TE 85 J. Dreessen, WR 86 H. Williams, TE 87 M. Bruener, TE 88 R. Krause, WR 89 D. Anderson, DT 92 J. Zgonina, DT 93 Average gain per pass play (inc. # thrown passing) 5.5 6.6 GOAL TO GO EFFICIENCY 0-1-0% 0-2-0% Judge — Don Carey (126); Replay — Tommy Moore. KICKOFFS Number-In End Zone-Touchbacks 5-3-0 5-2-0 T. Bulman, DE 94 N. Kalu, DT 95 A. Maddox, DE 96 E. Cochran, DT 97 F. Okam SAFETIES 0 0 PUNTS Number and Average 2-46.5 1-20.0 FINAL SCORE 16 19 Had Blocked 0 0 TIME OF POSSESSION 30:22 29:38

BRONCOS DEFENSIVE STATISTICS 1234OTTOTALFIELD GOALS (made ( ) missed) (based on coaches’ film review) VISITOR Denver Broncos 7036—16M. Prater 30WR (38) (31) (26) PLAYER UT A TT S-YDS I-YDS PD FF FR PLAYER UT A TT S-YDS I-YDS PD FF FR HOME Houston Texans 3 10 3 3 — 19 K. Brown (23) (52) (23) (25) W. Woodyard 8 0 8 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 P. Carrington 2 0 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 J. Barrett 4 3 7 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Clock SCORE R. Rogers 2 0 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Team Qtr PLAY DESCRIPTION (Extra Point) (Drive Info) C. Morton 6 0 6 1-7 0-0 0 1 0 J. Moss 1 1 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Time Visitor Home J. Beck 4 0 4 1-5 0-0 0 0 0 V. Vaughn 1 1 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 TEXANS 1 7:05 K. Brown 23 yd. field goal (11-51, 4:23) 0 3 L. Reid 4 0 4 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 M. Thomas 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 BRONCOS 1 0:56 J. Cutler 15 yd. run (M. Prater kick) (12-74, 6:09) 7 3 E. Ekuban 3 1 4 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 D. Williams 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 TEXANS 2 11:59 K. Brown 52 yd. field goal (10-37, 3:57) 7 6 N. Webster 3 0 3 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 J. Engelberger 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 TEXANS 2 9:40 D. Anderson 16 yd. pass from S. Rosenfels (K. Brown kick) (2-26, 0:49) 7 13 D. Foxworth 3 0 3 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 N. Koutouvides 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 K. Paymah 2 1 3 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 TEXANS 3 9:39 K. Brown 23 yd. field goal (10-76, 5:21) 7 16 A. McKinley 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 M. McCree 1 2 3 0-0 0-0 1 0 0 L. Birdine 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 BRONCOS 3 6:10 M. Prater 38 yd field goal (4-4, 0:47) 10 16 J. Winborn 1 2 3 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 J. Williams 0 1 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 BRONCOS 4 14:52 M. Prater 31 yd field goal (8-39,3:02) 13 16 M. Manuel 2 0 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 D. Bly 0 1 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 BRONCOS 4 5:50 M. Prater 26 yd field goal (8-72, 4-29) 16 16 K. Peterson 2 0 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 S. Larsen 0 1 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 TEXANS 4 0:00 K. Brown 25 yd field goal (15-54, 5:50) 16 19 TEAM TOTALS 55 14 69 2-12 0-0 1 1 0 FINAL INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS 2 Denver 23, Dallas 13 Denver Broncos Dallas Cowboys RUSHING ATT YDS AVG LG TD RUSHING ATT YDS AVG LG TD M. Pittman 16 41 2.6 8 0 K. Lattimore 3 25 8.3 11 0 S. Young 9 36 4.0 9 0 M. Barber 5 22 4.4 11 0 Saturday, Aug. 16, 2008 • 7:07 p.m. MDT • INVESCO Field at Mile High • Denver, Colo. A. Hall 7 24 3.4 7 1 F. Jones 3 17 5.7 11 0 R. Bartel 2 10 5.0 5 0 J. Crosslin 1 4 4.0 4 0 WEATHER: Cloudy, 57° F • TIME: 2:58 • ATTENDANCE: 74,484 A. Coleman 3 -1 -0.3 1 0 M. Austin 1 -3 -3.0 -3 0 T. Choice 2 -4 -2.0 -1 0 Mike Shanahan improved to 11-3 all-time in preseason TOTAL 32 101 3.2 9 1 TOTAL 20 70 3.5 11 0 home openers as head coach of the Broncos on Saturday TKD/ TKD/ DENVER BRONCOS PASSING ATT CMP YDS YD TD LG IN Rtg. PASSING ATT CMP YDS YD TD LG IN Rtg. night, helping the club earn a 23-13 win against the Dallas J. Cutler 20 16 178 0/0 1 35 0 120.4 R. Bartel 14 7 107 1/0 0 39 1 45.8 OFFENSE DEFENSE P. Ramsey 13 8 67 0/0 0 28 0 74.8 B, Johnson 12 9 114 1/0 1 37 0 131.9 Cowboys in front of 74,484 fans at INVESCO Field at Mile High. D. Hackney 1 1 10 1/2 0 10 0 108.3 T. Romo 9 6 33 0/0 0 10 0 72.9 WR 15 B. Marshall LE 60 J. Engelberger TOTAL 34 25 255 1/2 1 35 0 104.4 TOTAL 35 22 254 2/0 1 39 1 82.3 The Broncos’ starting offense put together touchdown dri- LT 78 R. Clady LT 63 D. Robertson PASS RECEIVING NO YDS AVG LG TD PASS RECEIVING NO YDS AVG LG TD ves on each of its first two possessions. Quarterback Jay B. Marshall 6 59 9.8 18 1 R. Hannah 4 52 13.0 20 0 LG 50 B. Hamilton RT 79 M. Thomas B. Stokley 3 34 11.3 15 0 T. Owens 3 20 6.7 10 0 Cutler played the entire first half, completing 12 consecutive C. Russell 3 28 9.3 19 0 T. Curtis 3 16 5.3 6 0 C 62 C. Wiegmann RE 92 E. Dumervil E. Royal 2 67 33.5 35 0 M. Austin 2 42 21.0 37 1 passes for 142 yards to open the game. The streak was the RG 73 C. Kuper WLB 55 D. Williams K. Colbert 2 30 15.0 28 0 S. Hurd 2 7 3.5 4 0 C. Sapp 2 12 6.0 10 0 T. Lowber 1 39 39.0 39 0 longest of his NFL career and the longest by a Broncos passer RT 74 R. Harris MLB 53 N. Koutouvides N. Jackson 2 11 5.5 6 0 F. Jones 1 27 27.0 27 0 T. Scheffler 1 8 8.0 8 0 D. Amendola 1 12 12.0 12 0 since 2003 (Jake Plummer, 16). TE 89 D. Graham SLB 51 J. Winborn M. Pittman 1 6 6.0 6 0 M. Bennett 1 11 11.0 11 0 G. Martinez 1 3 3.0 3 0 I. Stanback 1 9 9.0 9 0 Cutler finished the game with 178 passing yards, completing WR 19 E. Royal LCB 22 D. Foxworth P. Hillis 1 0 0.0 0 0 T. Choice 1 9 9.0 9 0 QB 6 J. Cutler RCB 32 D. Bly S. Young 1 -3 -3.0 -3 0 M. Barber 1 6 6.0 6 0 16-of-20 (80.0%) passes with one touchdown (120.4 rtg.). K. Lattimore 1 4 4.0 4 0 On the game’s opening drive, Cutler found rookie wide RB 35 S. Young SS 33 M. Manuel TOTAL 22 254 11.5 39 1 TOTAL 25 255 10.2 35 1 TE 81 N. Jackson FS 20 M. McCree INTERCEPTIONS NO YDS AVG LG TD INTERCEPTIONS NO YDS AVG LG TD receiver Eddie Royal for a 35-yard completion that set up a 1- TOTAL 0 0 0.0 — 0 J. Williams 1 32 32.0 32 0 TOTAL 2 64 32.0 34 0 yard touchdown run by Andre Hall. The score capped off a 9- BRONCOS SUBSTITUTIONS: P 1 B. Kern, P 2 S. Paulescu, QB 4 D. Hackney, K 5 M. Prater, WR 9 T. Jacobs, WR 10 C. Russell, QB 11 P. Ramsey, WR 12 S. Parker, PUNTING NO YDS AVG NET TB IN20 LG PUNTING NO YDS AVG NET TB IN20 LG play, 65-yard drive that gave Denver a 7-0 lead at the 9:43 mark B. Kern 2 115 57.5 28.7 1 0 63 M. McBriar 3 141 47.0 45.7 0 1 58 of the first quarter. WR 13 K. Colbert, WR 14 B. Stokley, WR 16 M. McDaniel, WR 17 G. Martinez, S S. Paulescu 2 100 50.0 38.0 0 1 57 J. Ottovegio 2 91 45.5 42.5 0 0 53 21 H. Abdullah, RB 23 A. Hall, CB 26 J. Williams, RB 28 M. Pittman, CB 31 W. {BLOCKED} 1 0 0.0 0.0 0 0 — TOTAL 5 215 43.0 32.4 1 1 63 TOTAL 5 232 46.4 44.4 0 1 58 After three penalties pinned the Broncos back to their 2-yard Dada, S 34 V. Vaughn, S 36 J. Barrett, RB 37 C. Sapp, CB 39 T. Poole, CB 41 K. PUNT RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD PUNT RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD line on their next drive, Cutler found Royal for a 32-yard gain Paymah, S 43 R. Rogers, LB 46 S. Larsen, FB 48 P. Hillis, LB 57 J.Beck, LB 58 N. G. Martinez 1 6 6.0 1 6 0 A. Jones 1 24 24.0 0 24 0 Webster, LB 59 W. Woodyard, G 61 M. Erickson, G 65 D. Gandy, C 67 K. E. Royal 1 4 4.0 1 4 0 D. Amendola 1 9 9.0 0 9 0 before completing an 18-yard pass to wide receiver Brandon {OUT OF BOUNDS} 1 0 0.0 0 — 0 {DOWNED} 1 0 0.0 0 0 0 Lichtensteiger, DT 68 S. Harris, G 69 P. Alexander, G 70 M. Holland, DT 75 C. {TOUCHBACK} 1 0 0.0 0 0 0 Marshall. On second-and-goal from the Dallas 3-yard line, Powell, T 76 T. Polumbus, DE 77 L. Birdine, TE/LS 83 M. Leach, TE 84 B. Pierce, RETURNS 2 10 5.0 2 6 0 RETURNS 2 33 16.5 0 24 0 Marshall hauled in a Cutler throw in the corner of the end zone WR 87 L. Sam, TE 88 T. Scheffler, DT 90 K. Peterson, DT 93 N. Clemons, DE 94 KICKOFF RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD KICKOFF RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD that put Denver up 14-0 early in the second quarter. J. Moss, DE 95 P. Carrington, DE 96 T. Crowder, DT 98 J. Mallard, DT 99 A. A. Hall 2 52 26.0 0 32 0 O. Scandrick 1 36 36.0 0 36 0 McKinley. C. Russell 1 24 24.0 0 24 0 I. Stanback 1 35 35.0 0 35 0 Royal and Marshall combined for six catches for 104 yards {TOUCHBACK} 1 0 0.0 0 — 0 {TOUCHBACK} 1 0 0.0 0 — 0 during the Broncos’ first two scoring drives. RETURNS 3 76 25.3 0 32 0 RETURNS 2 71 35.5 0 36 0 The Broncos’ defense held the Cowboys scoreless until less DALLAS COWBOYS Denver Broncos Own Opp. Out Dallas Cowboys Own Opp. Out than two minutes were remaining in the first half. Quarterback OFFENSE DEFENSE FUMBLES Fum Lost Rec. Yds TD FF Rec. Yds TD Bnds FUMBLES Fum Lost Rec. Yds TD FF Rec. Yds TD Bnds Brad Johnson’s 5-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Miles WR 81 T. Owens LE 96 M. Spears TOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Austin sent Dallas into halftime trailing 14-7. LT 76 F. Adams NT 90 J. Ratliff Nick Folk’s 42-yard field goal early in the third quarter LG 63 K. Kosier RE 99 C. Canty trimmed the Cowboys’ deficit to 14-10. C 65 A. Gurode SLB 98 G. Ellis RG 70 L. Davis MILB 56 B. James FINAL TEAM STATISTICS Broncos kicker Matt Prater answered with field goals of 29 RT 75 M. Colombo MOLB 55 Z. Thomas and 19 yards, increasing Denver’s lead to 20-10 with 12 min- TE 82 J. Witten WLB 94 D. Ware BRONCOS COWBOYS BRONCOS COWBOYS utes left in the game. After another Folk field goal cut the WR 84 P. Crayton LCB 31 M. Jenkins TOTAL FIRST DOWNS 22 16 FGs – PATs Had Blocked 0-0 0-0 Broncos’ lead to 20-13, the Cowboys moved into scoring posi- By Rushing 5 4 Net punting average 32.4 44.4 QB 9 T. Romo SS 38 R. Williams By Passing 13 12 TOTAL RETURN YARDAGE (Not Including Kickoffs) 44 33 tion for a potential game-tying touchdown. The drive was halt- FB 45 R. Cruz FS 26 K. Hamlin By Penalty 4 0 No. and Yards Punt Returns 2-10 2-33 ed when Broncos rookie cornerback Jack WIlliams intercepted RB 24 M. Barber RCB 42 A. Henry THIRD DOWN EFFICIENCY 5-16-31% 4-12-33% No. and Yards Kickoff Returns 3-76 2-71 Richard Bartel at the Denver 8-yard line. FOURTH DOWN EFFICIENCY 2-2-100% 0-1-0% No. and Yards Interception Returns 1-34 0-0 COWBOYS SUBSTITUTIONS: P 1 M. McBriar, P 2 J. Ottovegio, QB 4 R. Bartel, K TOTAL NET YARDS 354 324 PENALTIES Number and Yards 6-36 9-78 Total Offensive Plays (inc. times thrown passing) 67 57 Cornerback Domonique Foxworth led the Broncos with six 6 N. Folk, WR 13 M. Bradford, QB 14 B. Johnson, WR 15 D. Polk, WR 16 T. FUMBLES Number and Lost 0-0 0-0 Average gain per offensive play 5.3 5.7 TOUCHDOWNS 2 1 tackles. Defensive linemen Elvis Dumervil and Kenny Peterson Lowber, WR 17 S. Hurd, WR 18 D. Amendola, WR 19 M. Austin, CB 20 A. Ball, NET YARDS RUSHING 101 70 Rushing 1 0 each posted sacks for Denver. CB 21 A. Jones, CB 23 E. Oglesby, S 25 P. Watkins, S 27 C. Brown, RB 28 F. Jones, Total Rushing Plays 32 20 Passing 1 1 RB 29 T. Choice, RB 30 A. Coleman, CB 32 O. Scandrick, FB 34 D. Anderson, RB Average gain per rushing play 3.2 3.5 Punt Returns 0 0 35 K. Lattimore, FB 39 J. Crosslin, TE 44 R. Hannah, S 47 D. Davis, LB 50 J. Tackles for a loss – number and yards 2-3 4-10 EXTRA POINTS Made-Attempts 2-2 1-1 OFFICIALS: Rogers, DE 51 D. Robertson, LB 53 E. Walden, LB 54 B. Carpenter, LB 58 T. NET YARDS PASSING 253 254 Kicking Made-Attempts 2-2 1-1 Referee — Ed Hochuli (85); Umpire — Chad Brown (31); Head Smith, LB 59 T. George, DE 60 M. Smith, G 61 A. Stenavich, T 62 R. Gibbons, NT Times thrown – yards lost attempting to pass 1-2 2-0 Passing Made-Attempts 0-0 0-0 Gross yards passing 255 254 Linesman — Mark Hittner (28); Line Judge — Tim Podraza (47); Side 64 J. Siavii, NT 66 T. Johnson, G 67 J. Berger, T 68 D. Free, C 71 C. Procter, DE FIELD GOALS Made-Attempts 3-4 2-2 PASS ATTEMPTS-COMPLETIONS-HAD INTERCEPTED 34-35-0 35-22-1 RED ZONE EFFICIENCY 2-4-50% 1-3-33% Judge — Mike Weatherford (116); Field Judge — Tom Sifferman 72 S. Bowen, T 77 P. McQuistan, T 78 J. Marten, T 79 C. Lekkerkerker, TE 80 M. Bennett, WR 85 M. Jefferson, WR 86 I. Stanback, TE 87 A. Atchison, TE 89 T. Average gain per pass play (inc. # thrown passing) 7.2 6.9 GOAL TO GO EFFICIENCY 2-3-67% 1-1-100%% (118); Back Judge — Bill Schmitz (122); Replay — Al Jury. KICKOFFS Number-In End Zone-Touchbacks 6-6-4 4-1-1 Curtis, LS 91 L. Ladouceur, NT 92 R. Ayodele, DE 97 J. Hatcher. SAFETIES 0 0 PUNTS Number and Average 5-43.0 5-46.4 FINAL SCORE 23 13 Had Blocked 1 0 TIME OF POSSESSION 33:07 26:53

BRONCOS DEFENSIVE STATISTICS 1234OTTOTALFIELD GOALS (made ( ) missed) (based on coaches’ film review) VISITOR Dallas Cowboys 0733—13M. Prater 49WL (29) (19) (43) PLAYER UT A TT S-YDS I-YDS PD FF FR PLAYER UT A TT S-YDS I-YDS PD FF FR HOME Denver Broncos 7736—23N. Folk (42) (29) D. Foxworth 6 0 6 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 N. Webster 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 1 0 0 J. Winborn 4 0 4 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Clock SCORE P. Carrington 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Team Qtr PLAY DESCRIPTION (Extra Point) (Drive Info) W. Woodyard 4 1 5 0-0 0-0 1 0 0 D. Robertson 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Time Visitor Home S. Larsen 2 2 4 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 K. Paymah 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 BRONCOS 1 9:43 A. Hall 1 yd. run (M. Prater kick) (9-65, 5:17) 0 7 K. Peterson 2 1 3 1-0 0-0 0 0 0 N. Koutouvides 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 BRONCOS 2 12:56 B. Marshall 3 yd. pass from J. Cutler (M. Prater kick) (9-90, 5:53) 0 14 E. Dumervil 2 0 2 1-0 0-0 0 0 0 H. Abdullah 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 COWBOYS 2 1:37 M. Austin 5 yd. pass from B. Johnson (N. Folk kick) (8-65, 2;16) 7 14 D. Williams 2 0 2 0-0 0-0 1 0 0 R. Rogers 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 COWBOYS 3 10:31 N. Folk 42 yd. Field Goal (9-56, 4:29) 10 14 J. Williams 2 0 2 0-0 1-32 1 0 0 J. Moss 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 M. McCree 2 0 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 BRONCOS 3 6:18 M. Prater 29 yd. Field Goal (11-63, 4:13) 10 17 S. Paulescu 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 J. Beck 2 0 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 J. Mallard 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 BRONCOS 4 11:57 M. Prater 19 yd. Field Goal (8-41, 3:32) 10 20 J. Barrett 1 1 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 TEAM TOTALS 37 6 43 2-0 1-32 4 0 0 COWBOYS 4 7:57 N. Folk 29 yd. Field Goal (8-69, 4:00) 13 20 T. Poole 1 1 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 BRONCOS 4 0:43 M. Prater 43 yd. Field Goal (7-33, 1:35) 13 23 FINAL INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS 3 Green Bay 27, Denver 24 Denver Broncos RUSHING ATT YDS AVG LG TD RUSHING ATT YDS AVG LG TD K. Lumpkin 11 39 3.5 9 1 A. Hall 9 46 5.1 18 0 N. Herron 4 27 6.8 14 0 S. Young 6 42 7.0 21 0 Friday, Aug. 22, 2008 • 7:08 p.m. MDT • INVESCO Field at Mile High • Denver, Colo. B. Jackson 8 19 2.4 7 0 M. Pittman 10 36 3.6 16 0 V. Morency 4 8 2.0 5 0 J. Cutler 1 6 6.0 6 0 A. Rodgers 3 5 1.7 2 1 P. Hillis 1 1 1.0 1 0 WEATHER: Mostly Cloudy, 73° F • TIME: 2:52 • ATTENDANCE: 74,213 M. Flynn 2 -4 -2.0 -2 0 C. Sapp 1 0 0.0 0 0 TOTAL 32 94 2.9 14 2 TOTAL 28 131 4.7 21 0 TKD/ TKD/ Playing in their final home preseason game of the year, the PASSING ATT CMP YDS YD TD LG IN Rtg. PASSING ATT CMP YDS YD TD LG IN Rtg. Denver Broncos (1-2) lost to the Green Bay Packers (1-2) 27-24 DENVER BRONCOS A. Rodgers 22 18 193 1/8 1 35 0 118.4 P. Ramsey 16 10 70 0/0 1 11 1 67.2 B. Brohm 4 0 0 0/0 0 0 0 39.6 J. Cutler 13 6 115 0/0 2 49 0 117.0 at INVESCO Field at Mile High in front of 74,213 fans. Denver’s M. Flynn 2 2 2 0/0 0 3 0 79.2 D. Hackney 4 2 5 0/0 0 9 0 56.2 starters played the entire first half before being replaced. OFFENSE DEFENSE TOTAL 28 20 195 1/8 1 35 0 102.5 TOTAL 33 18 190 0/0 3 49 1 89.2 WR 15 B. Marshall LE 60 J. Engelberger PASS RECEIVING NO YDS AVG LG TD PASS RECEIVING NO YDS AVG LG TD All three of Denver’s touchdowns occurred on passes, mark- G. Jennings 4 42 10.5 17 0 M. Pittman 6 25 4.2 10 1 LT 78 R. Clady LT 63 D. Robertson V. Morency 4 17 4.3 9 0 C. Russell 3 29 9.7 11 0 ing the club’s highest such total in a preseason game since its J. Jones 3 24 8.0 14 0 B. Marshall 2 71 35.5 49 1 2006 exhibition finale. Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler complet- LG 50 B. Hamilton RT 79 M. Thomas D. Driver 2 33 16.5 23 1 N. Jackson 2 18 9.0 11 1 C 62 C. Wiegmann RE 92 E. Dumervil T. Humphrey 1 35 35.0 35 0 P. Hillis 1 14 14.0 14 0 ed 6-of-13 passes for 115 yards with two touchdowns while B. Jackson 1 18 18.0 18 0 A. Hall 1 12 12.0 12 0 RG 73 C. Kuper WLB 55 D. Williams J. Finley 1 10 10.0 10 0 G. Martinez 1 9 9.0 9 0 wide receiver Brandon Marshall hauled in two passes for 71 D. Lee 1 8 8.0 8 0 K. Colbert 1 7 7.0 7 0 RT 74 R. Harris MLB 58 N. Webster R. Martin 1 6 6.0 6 0 B. Pierce 1 5 5.0 5 0 yards, including one touchdown. TE 81 N. Jackson SLB 51 J. Winborn J. Nelson 1 3 3.0 3 0 On the Packers’ first possession of the game, quarterback C. Francies 1 -1 -1.0 -1 0 WR 19 E. Royal LCB 24 C. Bailey TOTAL 20 195 9.8 35 1 TOTAL 18 190 10.6 49 3 Aaron Rodgers connected with wide receiver Donald Driver for a QB 6 J. Cutler RCB 32 D. Bly INTERCEPTIONS NO YDS AVG LG TD INTERCEPTIONS NO YDS AVG LG TD 10-yard touchdown to cap off an eight-play, 80-yard drive. The T. White 1 7 7.0 7 0 RB 35 S. Young SS 33 M. Manuel TOTAL 1 7 7.0 7 0 TOTAL 0 0 0.0 — 0 score put Green Bay ahead 7-0 with 11:23 left in the first quarter. FB 37 C. Sapp FS 20 M. McCree PUNTING NO YDS AVG NET TB IN20 LG PUNTING NO YDS AVG NET TB IN20 LG The Broncos responded with two unanswered scoring drives J. Ryan 3 180 60.0 49.7 1 1 72 B. Kern 2 100 50.0 29.0 0 0 59 TOTAL 3 180 60.0 49.7 1 1 72 TOTAL 2 100 50.0 29.0 0 0 59 to take a 10-7 lead. The first ended in a 40-yard field goal from BRONCOS SUBSTITUTIONS: P 1 B. Kern, QB 4 D. Hackney, K 5 M. Prater, WR 10 PUNT RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD PUNT RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD kicker Matt Prater in the first quarter while Denver’s second C. Russell, QB 11P. Ramsey, WR 13 K. Colbert, WR 14 B. Stokley, WR 16 M. W. Blackmon 1 43 43.0 0 43 0 G. Martinez 1 11 11.0 0 11 0 McDaniel,WR 17 G. Martinez, CB 22 D. Foxworth, RB 23 A. Hall, CB 26 J. J. Nelson 1 -1 -1.0 0 -1 0 {DOWNED} 1 0 0.0 0 — 0 scoring drive, a touchdown, was arguably its most impressive of {TOUCHBACK} 1 0 0.0 0 — 0 Williams,RB 28 M. Pittman, CB 31 W. Dada, S 34 V. Vaughn, S 36 J. Barrett, CB RETURNS 2 42 21.0 0 43 0 RETURNS 1 11 11.0 0 11 0 the preseason and occurred midway through the second period. 39 T. Poole, CB 41 K. Paymah, S 43 R. Rogers, LB 46 S. Larsen, FB 48 P. Hillis, On that drive, Denver drove 16 plays for 99 yards with running LB 52 L. Green, LB 53 N. Koutouvides, LB 57 J. Beck, LB 59 W. Woodyard, G 61 KICKOFF RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD KICKOFF RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD J. Nelson 1 24 24.0 0 24 0 G. Martinez 2 47 23.5 0 24 0 backs Selvin Young and Andre Hall accounting for 65 of those M. Erickson, T 64 E. Pears, G 65 D. Gandy, C 67K. Lichtensteiger, DT 68 S. Harris, {TOUCHBACK} 4 0 0.0 0 — 0 {TOUCHBACK} 3 0 0.0 0 — 0 yards. Their play set up a 7-yard touchdown pass from Cutler to G 69 P. Alexander, G 70 M. Holland,T 76 T. Polumbus, DE 77 L. Birdine, TE/LS 83 RETURNS 1 24 24.0 0 24 0 RETURNS 2 47 23.5 0 24 0 tight end Nate Jackson. M. Leach, TE 84 B. Pierce,TE 85 C. Mustard, WR 87 L. Sam, TE 88 T. Scheffler, DT 90 K. Peterson,DT 93 N. Clemons, DE 94 J. Moss, DE 95 P. Carrington, DE 96 Green Bay Packers Own Opp. Out Denver Broncos Own Opp. Out On the ensuing possession, Packers kicker T. Crowder, DT 98 J. Mallard, DT 99 A. McKinley. FUMBLES Fum Lost Rec. Yds TD FF Rec. Yds TD Bnds FUMBLES Fum Lost Rec. Yds TD FF Rec. Yds TD Bnds tacked on a 44-yard field goal to tie the game at 10 with 1:41 left G. Martinez 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 in the second quarter. Cutler’s 49-yard touchdown to Marshall with 1:25 in the first GREEN BAY PACKERS half sent Denver into halftime leading 17-13. In the second half, the Packers were first to strike, scoring on OFFENSE DEFENSE a 1-yard touchdown run by Rodgers. The touchdown gave Green WR 84 T. Humphrey LE 74 A. Kampman Bay a 20-17 lead entering the fourth quarter. LT 76 C. Clifton LT 90 C. Cole Quarterback Patrick Ramsey’s 9-yard touchdown pass to run- LG 73 D. Colledge RT 97 J. Jolly ning back Michael Pittman with 8:27 left to play gave Denver a C 72 J. Spitz RE 77 C. Jenkins 24-20 lead. A costly turnover, however, would set up Green Bay’s RG 71 J. Sitton SLB 51 B. Poppinga FINAL TEAM STATISTICS RT 65 M. Tauscher MLB 56 N. Barnett game-winning score. PACKERS BRONCOS PACKERS BRONCOS With 5:21 remaining, Ramsey’s pass intended for Pittman was TE 86 D. Lee WLB 54 B. Chillar TOTAL FIRST DOWNS 20 21 FGs – PATs Had Blocked 0-0 0-0 intercepted by Green Bay linebacker at the Denver WR 80 D. Driver LCB 21 C. Woodson QB 12 A. Rodgers SS 20 A. Bigby By Rushing 8 7 Net punting average 49.7 29.0 22-yard line. The turnover set up the game-winning touchdown By Passing 10 11 TOTAL RETURN YARDAGE (Not Including Kickoffs) 49 11 FB 35 K. Hall FS 36 N. Collins By Penalty 2 3 by Packers running back Kregg Lumpkin from 1-yard out. No. and Yards Punt Returns 2-42 1-11 RB 32 B. Jackson RCB 31 A. Harris THIRD DOWN EFFICIENCY 7-15-47% 8-15-53% No. and Yards Kickoff Returns 1-24 2-47 The Broncos’ defense held strong against Green Bay’s ground FOURTH DOWN EFFICIENCY 2-2-100% 0-2-0% No. and Yards Interception Returns 1-7 0-0 game, allowing just 2.9 yards per carry (32-94). Cornerback PACKERS SUBSTITUTIONS: K 2 M. Crosby, WR 6 T. Smith, P 9 J. Ryan, QB 10 TOTAL NET YARDS 281 321 PENALTIES Number and Yards 6-77 5-65 Total Offensive Plays (inc. times thrown passing) 61 61 Champ Bailey made his Broncos preseason debut while defen- M. Flynn, QB 11 B. Brohm, WR 13 J. Allen, WR 16 B. Swain, WR 17 J. Quinn, CB FUMBLES Number and Lost 0-0 1-0 Average gain per offensive play 4.6 5.3 TOUCHDOWNS 3 3 22 P .Lee, RB 23 N. Herron, CB 24 J. Bush, CB 27 W. Blackmon, RB 28 K. sive end Elvis Dumervil recorded a sack for the second consec- NET YARDS RUSHING 94 131 Rushing 2 0 utive game. Lumpkin, S 29 T. Culver, FB 30 J. Kuhn, RB 34 V. Morency, S 37 A. Rouse, CB 38 Total Rushing Plays 32 28 Passing 1 3 T. Williams, FB 39 R. Powdrell, CB 40 J. Porter, FB 45 C. White, LS 46 J. Jansen, Average gain per rushing play 2.9 4.7 Punt Returns 0 0 TE 49 J. Haynos, LB 52 A. Hodge, LB 53 S. Havner, LB 55 D. Bishop, DE 57 J. Tackles for a loss – number and yards 2-3 1-1 EXTRA POINTS Made-Attempts 3-3 3-3 OFFICIALS: Hunter, LB 58 D.Lansanah, LB 59 T. White, T 60 R. Considine, G 62 J.Coston, C NET YARDS PASSING 187 190 Kicking Made-Attempts 3-3 3-3 Referee — Pete Morelli (135); Umpire — Rich Hall (49); Head 64 B. Carvalho, DT 67 R. Allen, T 68 B.Giacomini, T 69 O. Thompson, T 75 T. Moll, Times thrown – yards lost attempting to pass 1-8 0-0 Passing Made-Attempts 0-0 0-0 Gross yards passing 195 190 Linesman — George Hayward (54); Line Judge — Darryll Lewis (130); G 78 A. Barbre, WR 82 R.Martin, WR 83 C. Francies, WR 85 G. Jennings, WR 87 FIELD GOALS Made-Attempts 2-3 1-1 PASS ATTEMPTS-COMPLETIONS-HAD INTERCEPTED 28-20-0 33-18-1 RED ZONE EFFICIENCY 3-4-75% 2-3-67% Side Judge — Greg Wilson (119); Field Judge — Rob Veratchi (75); J. Nelson, TE 88 J. Finley, WR 89 J. Jones, DT 93 C. Bolston, DT 95 D. Muir, DE 96 M. Montgomery, DT 98 A. Malone, DE 99 J. Thompson. Average gain per pass play (inc. # thrown passing) 6.4 5.8 GOAL TO GO EFFICIENCY 2-2-100% 2-3-67% Back Judge — Kirk Dornan (6); Replay — Howard Slavin. KICKOFFS Number-In End Zone-Touchbacks 5-4-3 5-5-4 SAFETIES 0 0 PUNTS Number and Average 3-60.0 2-50.0 FINAL SCORE 27 24 Had Blocked 0 0 TIME OF POSSESSION 29:59 30:01

BRONCOS DEFENSIVE STATISTICS 1234OTTOTALFIELD GOALS (made ( ) missed) (based on coaches’ film review) VISITOR Green Bay Packers 7677—27M. Crosby (44) (46) 53WR PLAYER UT A TT S-YDS I-YDS PD FF FR PLAYER UT A TT S-YDS I-YDS PD FF FR HOME Denver Broncos 3 14 0 7 — 24 M. Prater (40) D. Foxworth 6 0 6 0-0 0-0 1 0 0 N. Koutouvides 2 0 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 J. Winborn 3 3 6 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Clock SCORE T. Crowder 2 0 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Team Qtr PLAY DESCRIPTION (Extra Point) (Drive Info) J. Engelberger 3 1 4 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 J. Barrett 1 1 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Time Visitor Home R. Rogers 3 1 4 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 D. Robertson 1 1 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 PACKERS 1 11:23 D.Driver 10 yd. pass from A. Rodgers (M. Crosby Kick) (8-80, 3:37) 7 0 M. Manuel 2 2 4 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 L. Green 1 1 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 BRONCOS 1 5:24 M. Prater 40 yd. Field Goal (12-58, 5:59) 7 3 M. McCree 2 2 4 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 M. Thomas 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 BRONCOS 2 6:03 N. Jackson 7 yd. pass from J. Cutler (M. Prater Kick) (16-99, 8:29) 7 10 N. Webster 3 0 3 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 C. Bailey 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 PACKERS 2 1:41 M. Crosby 44 yd. Field Goal (9-54, 4:22) 10 10 K. Peterson 3 0 3 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 D. Williams 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 A. McKinley 2 1 3 0-0 0-0 1 0 0 BRONCOS 2 1:25 B. Marshall 49 yd. pass from J. Cutler (M. Prater Kick) (1-80, 0:16) 10 17 N. Clemons 1 0 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 E. Dumervil 2 0 2 1-8 0-0 0 0 0 P. Carrington 0 1 1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 PACKERS 2 0:00 M. Crosby 46 yd. Field Goal (7-52, 1:25) 13 17 D. Bly 2 0 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 TEAM TOTALS 44 14 58 1-8 0-0 2 0 0 PACKERS 3 10:46 A. Rodgers 1 yd. run (M. Crosby Kick) (6-40, 2:41) 20 17 W. Woodyard 2 0 2 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 BRONCOS 4 8:27 M. Pittman 9 yd. pass from P. Ramsey (M. Prater Kick) (10-46, 5:03) 20 24 PACKERS 4 3:15 K. Lumpkin 1 yd. run (M. Crosby Kick) (4-10, 2:00) 27 24 National Football League Game Summary NFL Copyright © 2008 by The National Football League. All rights reserved. This summary and play-by-play is for the express purpose of assisting media in their coverage of the game; any other use of this material is prohibited without the written permission of the National Football League.

Date: Friday, 8/22/2008 Green Bay Packers At Denver Broncos Start Time: 7:08 PM MDT at Invesco Field at Mile High, Denver, Colorado

Game Day Weather Game Weather: Mostly Cloudy Temp: 73° F (22.8° C), Humidity: 41%, Wind: NE 6 mph Played Outdoor on Turf: Grass Outdoor Weather: Mostly Cloudy Officials Referee: Morelli, Peter (135) Umpire: Hall, Richard (49) Head Linesman: Hayward, George (54) Line Judge: Lewis, Darryll (130) Side Judge: Wilson, Greg (119) Field Judge: Vernatchi, Rob (75) Back Judge: Dornan, Kirk (6) Replay Official: Slavin, Howard Lineups Green Bay Packers Denver Broncos Offense Defense Offense Defense WR 84 T.Humphrey LDE 74 A.Kampman WR 15 B.Marshall LE 60 J.Engelberger LT 76 C.Clifton LDT 90 C.Cole LT 78 R.Clady LT 63 D.Robertson LG 73 D.Colledge RDT 97 J.Jolly LG 50 B.Hamilton RT 79 M.Thomas C 72 J.Spitz RDE 77 C.Jenkins C 62 C.Wiegmann RE 92 E.Dumervil RG 71 J.Sitton WILL 54 B.Chillar RG 73 C.Kuper WLB 55 D.Williams RT 65 M.Tauscher MIKE 56 N.Barnett RT 74 R.Harris MLB 58 N.Webster TE 86 D.Lee SAM 51 B.Poppinga TE 81 N.Jackson SLB 51 J.Winborn WR 80 D.Driver LCB 21 C.Woodson WR 19 E.Royal LCB 24 C.Bailey QB 12 A.Rodgers RCB 31 A.Harris QB 6 J.Cutler RCB 32 D.Bly RB 32 B.Jackson SS 20 A.Bigby RB 35 S.Young SS 33 M.Manuel FB 35 K.Hall FS 36 N.Collins FB 37 C.Sapp FS 20 M.McCree

Substitutions Substitutions K 2 M.Crosby, WR 6 T.Smith, P 9 J.Ryan, QB 10 M.Flynn, QB 11 P 1 B.Kern, QB 4 D.Hackney, K 5 M.Prater, WR 10 C.Russell, QB 11 B.Brohm, WR 13 J.Allen, WR 16 B.Swain, WR 17 J.Quinn, CB 22 P.Ramsey, WR 13 K.Colbert, WR 14 B.Stokley, WR 16 M.McDaniel, P.Lee, RB 23 N.Herron, CB 24 J.Bush, CB 27 W.Blackmon, RB 28 WR 17 G.Martinez, CB 22 D.Foxworth, RB 23 A.Hall, CB 26 J.Williams, K.Lumpkin, S 29 T.Culver, FB 30 J.Kuhn, RB 34 V.Morency, S 37 RB 28 M.Pittman, CB 31 W.Dada, S 34 V.Vaughn, S 36 J.Barrett, CB A.Rouse, CB 38 T.Williams, FB 39 R.Powdrell, CB 40 J.Porter, FB 45 39 T.Poole, CB 41 K.Paymah, S 43 R.Rogers, LB 46 S.Larsen, FB 48 C.White, LS 46 J.Jansen, TE 49 J.Haynos, LB 52 A.Hodge, LB 53 P.Hillis, LB 52 L.Green, LB 53 N.Koutouvides, LB 57 J.Beck, LB 59 S.Havner, LB 55 D.Bishop, DE 57 J.Hunter, LB 58 D.Lansanah, LB 59 W.Woodyard, G 61 M.Erickson, T 64 E.Pears, G 65 D.Gandy, C 67 T.White, T 60 R.Considine, G 62 J.Coston, C 64 B.Carvalho, DT 67 K.Lichtensteiger, DT 68 S.Harris, G 69 P.Alexander, G 70 M.Holland, R.Allen, T 68 B.Giacomini, T 69 O.Thompson, T 75 T.Moll, G 78 T 76 T.Polumbus, DE 77 L.Birdine, TE/LS 83 M.Leach, TE 84 B.Pierce, A.Barbre, WR 82 R.Martin, WR 83 C.Francies, WR 85 G.Jennings, WR TE 85 C.Mustard, WR 87 L.Sam, TE 88 T.Scheffler, DT 90 K.Peterson, 87 J.Nelson, TE 88 J.Finley, WR 89 J.Jones, DT 93 C.Bolston, DT 95 DT 93 N.Clemons, DE 94 J.Moss, DE 95 P.Carrington, DE 96 D.Muir, DE 96 M.Montgomery, DT 98 A.Malone, DE 99 J.Thompson T.Crowder, DT 98 J.Mallard, DT 99 A.McKinley Did Not Play Did Not Play CB 41 S.Babers, G 61 R.Keenan P 2 S.Paulescu, WR 9 T.Jacobs, WR 12 S.Parker, LB 56 M.Padilla, WR 82 D.Jackson, DE 91 E.Ekuban Not Active Not Active RB 25 R.Grant, S 26 C.Peprah, RB 42 D.Wynn, LB 50 A.Hawk, C 63 S 21 H.Abdullah, RB 38 A.Alridge, RB 42 R.Torain, C 66 T.Nalen, TE S.Wells, DT 79 R.Pickett, DT 91 J.Harrell, DE 94 K.Gbaja-Biamila 89 D.Graham, LB 97 B.Bailey

Field Goals (made ( ) & missed) M.Crosby (44) (46) 53WR M.Prater (40)

1234OTTotal VISITOR: Green Bay Packers 7677 027 HOME: Denver Broncos 31407024 Scoring Plays Team Qtr Time Play Description (Extra Point) (Drive Info) Visitor Home Packers1 11:23 D.Driver 10 yd. pass from A.Rodgers (M.Crosby kick) (8-80, 3:37) 7 0 Broncos15:24 M.Prater 40 yd. Field Goal (12-58, 5:59) 7 3 Broncos26:03 N.Jackson 7 yd. pass from J.Cutler (M.Prater kick) (16-99, 8:29) 7 10 Packers21:41 M.Crosby 44 yd. Field Goal (9-54, 4:22) 10 10 Broncos21:25 B.Marshall 49 yd. pass from J.Cutler (M.Prater kick) (1-80, 0:16) 10 17 Packers20:00 M.Crosby 46 yd. Field Goal (7-52, 1:25) 13 17 Packers3 10:46 A.Rodgers 1 yd. run (M.Crosby kick) (6-40, 2:41) 20 17 Broncos48:27 M.Pittman 9 yd. pass from P.Ramsey (M.Prater kick) (10-46, 5:03) 20 24 Packers43:15 K.Lumpkin 1 yd. run (M.Crosby kick) (4-10, 2:00) 27 24

Paid Attendance: 74,213 Time: 2:52 Green Bay Packers vs Denver Broncos 8/22/2008 at Invesco Field at Mile High Final Individual Statistics Green Bay Packers Denver Broncos RUSHING ATT YDSAVG LG TD RUSHING ATT YDSAVG LG TD K.Lumpkin11 39 3.5 9 1 A.Hall9 46 5.1 18 0 N.Herron4 27 6.8 14 0 S.Young6 42 7.0 21 0 B.Jackson8 19 2.4 7 0 M.Pittman10 36 3.6 16 0 V.Morency4 8 2.0 5 0 J.Cutler1 6 6.0 6 0 A.Rodgers3 5 1.7 2 1 P.Hillis1 1 1.0 1 0 M.Flynn2 -4 -2.0 -2 0 C.Sapp1 0 0.0 0 0

Total3294 2.9 14 2 Total 28 131 4.7 21 0 PASSING ATTCMP YDSSK/YD TD LG IN RTPASSING ATTCMP YDSSK/YD TD LG IN RT A.Rodgers22 18 1931/81 35 0 118.4 P.Ramsey16 10 700/01 11 1 67.2 B.Brohm40 00/00 0 0 39.6 J.Cutler13 6 115 0/02 49 0117.0 M.Flynn22 20/00 3 0 79.2 D.Hackney42 50/00 9 0 56.2

Total 28 20 1951/81Total 35 0102.5 33 18 1900/03 49 1 89.2

PASS RECEIVING NO YDSAVG LG TD PASS RECEIVING NO YDSAVG LG TD G.Jennings4 42 10.5 17 0 M.Pittman6 25 4.2 10 1 V.Morency4 17 4.3 9 0 C.Russell3 29 9.7 11 0 J.Jones3 24 8.0 14 0 B.Marshall2 71 35.5 49 1 D.Driver2 33 16.5 23 1 N.Jackson2 18 9.0 11 1 T.Humphrey1 35 35.0 35 0 P.Hillis1 14 14.0 14 0 B.Jackson1 18 18.0 18 0 A.Hall1 12 12.0 12 0 J.Finley1 10 10.0 10 0 G.Martinez1 9 9.0 9 0 D.Lee1 8 8.0 8 0 K.Colbert1 7 7.0 7 0 R.Martin1 6 6.0 6 0 B.Pierce1 5 5.0 5 0 J.Nelson1 3 3.0 3 0 C.Francies1 -1 -1.0 -1 0

Total20195 9.8 35 1 Total 18 19010.6 49 3

INTERCEPTIONS NO YDSAVG LG TD INTERCEPTIONS NO YDSAVG LG TD T.White1 7 7.0 7 0

Total 107707.0 Total 0000.0 PUNTING NO YDSAVGNET TB IN20 LG PUNTING NO YDSAVGNET TB IN20 LG J.Ryan3 180 60.049.7 1 1 72 B.Kern250.000 10029.0 59

Total3 18060.049.7 1 1 72 Total 2 10050.029.0 0 0 59 PUNT RETURNS NO YDSAVG FC LG TD PUNT RETURNSNO YDS AVG FC LG TD W.Blackmon10 4343.0 43 0 G.Martinez10 1111.0 11 0 J.Nelson10 -1-1.0 -1 0 [DOWNED]10 00.0 0 0 [TOUCHBACK]10 00.0 0 0

Returns 24221.0 0 430Returns 11111.0 0 110 KICKOFF RETURNS NO YDSAVG FC LG TD KICKOFF RETURNS NO YDS AVG FC LG TD J.Nelson10 2424.0 24 0 G.Martinez20 4723.5 24 0 [TOUCHBACK]40 00.0 0 0 [TOUCHBACK]30 00.0 0 0

Returns 12424.0 0 240Returns 24723.5 0 240

Total 000000 000 0 Denver Broncos FUMBLES FUMLOST OWN-REC YDSTD FORCED OPP-REC YDS TD OUT-BDS G.Martinez1000 100 00 0 Total 110000 000 0 Green Bay Packers vs Denver Broncos 8/22/2008 at Invesco Field at Mile High Final Team Statistics

Visitor Home Packers Broncos TOTAL FIRST DOWNS 20 21 By Rushing 87 By Passing 10 11 By Penalty 23

THIRD DOWN EFFICIENCY 7-15-47% 8-15-53%

FOURTH DOWN EFFICIENCY 2-2-100% 0-2-0%

TOTAL NET YARDS 281 321 Total Offensive Plays (inc. times thrown passing) 61 61 Average gain per offensive play 4.6 5.3

NET YARDS RUSHING 94 131 Total Rushing Plays 32 28 Average gain per rushing play 2.9 4.7 Tackles for a loss-number and yards 2-3 1-1

NET YARDS PASSING 187 190 Times thrown - yards lost attempting to pass 1-8 0-0 Gross yards passing 195 190

PASS ATTEMPTS-COMPLETIONS-HAD INTERCEPTED 28-20-0 33-18-1 Avg gain per pass play (inc.# thrown passing) 6.4 5.8

KICKOFFS Number-In End Zone-Touchbacks 5-4-3 5-5-4

PUNTS Number and Average 3-60.0 2-50.0 Had Blocked 00

FGs - PATs Had Blocked 0-0 0-0 Net Punting Average 49.7 29.0

TOTAL RETURN YARDAGE (Not Including Kickoffs) 49 11 No. and Yards Punt Returns 2-42 1-11 No. and Yards Kickoff Returns 1-24 2-47 No. and Yards Interception Returns 1-7 0-0

PENALTIES Number and Yards 6-77 5-65

FUMBLES Number and Lost 0-0 1-0

TOUCHDOWNS 33 Rushing 20 Passing 13

EXTRA POINTS Made-Attempts 3-3 3-3 Kicking Made-Attempts 3-3 3-3

FIELD GOALS Made-Attempts 2-3 1-1 RED ZONE EFFICIENCY 3-4-75% 2-3-67% GOAL TO GO EFFICIENCY 2-2-100% 2-3-67% SAFETIES 00 FINAL SCORE 27 24 TIME OF POSSESSION 29:59 30:01 Green Bay Packers vs Denver Broncos 8/22/2008 at Invesco Field at Mile High Ball Possession And Drive Chart Green Bay Packers # Time Time Time How Ball Drive # Yds Yds Net 1st Last How Recd Lost Poss Obtained Began Play Gain Pen Yds Down Scrm Given Up 1 15:0011:23 3:37 Kickoff GB 20 8 80 0 80 4*Touchdown DEN 10

2 5:2414:32 5:52 Kickoff GB 20 10 30 -10 20 3 GB 40 Punt 3 6:031:41 4:22 Kickoff GB 20 9 39 15 54 3* DEN 26 Field Goal 4 1:250:00 1:25 Kickoff GB 20 7 52 0 52 3 DEN 28 Field Goal

5 13:2710:46 2:41 Punt DEN 40 6 16 24 40 3*Touchdown DEN 1 6 7:463:23 4:23 Punt GB 20 11 45 0 45 3 DEN 35 Missed FG

7 14:5513:30 1:25 Downs GB 1 3 7 0 7 0 GB 8 Punt 8 8:276:12 2:15 Kickoff GB 23 3 5 0 5 0 GB 28 Punt 9 5:153:15 2:00 Interception DEN 10 4 10 0 10 1*Touchdown DEN 1 10 1:590:00 1:59 Downs DEN 30 3 -3 0 -3 0 DEN 31 End of Game

(344) Average GB 34

Denver Broncos

# Time Time Time How Ball Drive # Yds Yds Net 1st Last How Recd Lost Poss Obtained Began Play Gain Pen Yds Down Scrm Given Up 1 11:235:24 5:59 Kickoff DEN 20 12 58 0 58 3 GB 22 Field Goal

2 14:326:03 8:29 Punt DEN 1 16 99 0 99 8*Touchdown GB 7 3 1:411:25 0:16 Kickoff DEN 20 1 49 31 80 2 GB 49 Touchdown

4 15:0013:27 1:33 Kickoff DEN 21 3 3 0 3 0 DEN 24 Punt 5 10:467:46 3:00 Kickoff DEN 20 5 18 0 18 1 DEN 38 Punt

6 3:2314:55 3:28 Missed FG DEN 43 8 41 15 56 3*Downs GB 1 7 13:308:27 5:03 Punt GB 46 10 46 0 46 4*Touchdown GB 9 8 6:125:15 0:57 Punt DEN 20 3 2 0 2 0 DEN 22 Interception 9 3:151:59 1:16 Kickoff DEN 30 4 5 -5 0 0 DEN 30 Downs

(229) Average DEN 25

* inside opponent's 20

Time of Possession by Quarter 1st 2nd 3rd 4th OT Total Visitor Green Bay Packers 9:01 6:15 7:04 7:39 29:59

Home Denver Broncos 5:59 8:45 7:56 7:21 30:01

Kickoff Drive No.-Start Average Packers: 5 - GB 21 Broncos: 5 - DEN 22 Green Bay Packers vs Denver Broncos 8/22/2008 at Invesco Field at Mile High Final Defensive Statistics

Green Bay Packers Regular Defensive Plays Special Teams Misc

TKL AST COMB SK / YDSTFL QH IN PD FF FR TKL AST FF FR BL TKL AST FF FR B.Poppinga 50 50.00.00 0 000000000 0000 A.Rouse 50 50.00.01 0 000000000 0000 W.Blackmon 40 40.00.00 0 010000000 0000 A.Bigby 30 30.00.00 0 000000000 0000 M.Montgomery 30 30.00.00 0 000000000 0000 C.Woodson 30 30.00.00 0 000000000 0000 D.Bishop 21 30.00.01 0 000000000 0000 N.Barnett 20 20.00.01 0 010000000 0000 T.White 20 20.00.00 0 110000000 0000 B.Chillar 20 20.00.00 0 000000000 0000 D.Muir 20 20.00.00 0 000000000 0000 D.Lansanah 20 20.00.00 0 000000000 0000

A.Harris 02 20.00.00 0 000000000 0000 N.Collins 10 10.00.00 0 000000000 0000 C.Jenkins 10 10.00.00 0 000000000 0000 T.Williams 10 10.00.00 0 000000000 0000

R.Allen 10 10.00.00 0 000000000 0000 T.Culver 10 10.00.00 0 000000000 0000 A.Kampman 01 10.00.00 0 010000000 0000 J.Hunter 01 10.00.00 0 010000000 0000 A.Hodge 01 10.00.00 0 000000000 0000 J.Thompson 01 10.00.00 0 000000000 0000 P.Lee 00 00.00.00 0 020000000 0000 J.Bush 00 00.00.00 0 010000000 0000 A.Malone 00 00.00.00 0 010000000 0000 K.Hall 00 00.00.00 0 000010000 0000 B.Jackson 00 00.00.00 0 000010000 0000 V.Morency 00 00.00.00 0 000010000 0000

Total 407 470.00.03 0 190 0 3 00 00 0 00 0

TKL /TK=Tackle AST /AS=Assist COMB=Combined TFL=Tackles for a Loss QH=Quarterback Hit IN=Interception PD=Pass Defense FF =Forced Fumble FR=Fumble Recovery BL=Blocked Denver Broncos Regular Defensive Plays Special Teams Misc

TKL AST COMB SK / YDS TFL QH IN PD FF FR TKL AST FF FR BL TKL AST FF FR D.Foxworth 6 0 6 0.00.01 0 010 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 J.Winborn 3 3 6 0.00.01 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 J.Engelberger 3 1 4 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 R.Rogers 3 1 4 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 M.Manuel 2 2 4 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 M.McCree 2 2 4 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 N.Webster 3 0 3 0.00.01 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 K.Peterson 3 0 3 0.00.01 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 A.McKinley 2 1 3 0.00.00 0 010 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 E.Dumervil 2 0 2 1.08.01 1 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 D.Bly 2 0 2 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 W.Woodyard 2 0 2 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 N.Koutouvides 2 0 2 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 T.Crowder 2 0 2 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 J.Barrett 1 1 2 0.00.00 0 000 0 2 00 0 0 0 00 0 D.Robertson 1 1 2 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 L.Green 1 1 2 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 M.Thomas 1 0 1 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 C.Bailey 1 0 1 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 D.Williams 1 0 1 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 Green Bay Packers vs Denver Broncos 2 8/22/2008 at Invesco Field at Mile High Final Defensive Statistics

TKL AST COMB SK / YDS TFL QH IN PD FF FR TKL AST FF FR BL TKL AST FF FR N.Clemons 1 0 1 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 P.Carrington 0 1 1 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 C.Sapp 0 0 0 0.00.00 0 000 0 1 00 0 0 0 00 0 G.Martinez 0 0 0 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 1 0 0 00 0 E.Pears 0 0 0 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 1 00 0

Total 44 14 58 1.08.0 5 1.0 0 2 0 0 3 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 Green Bay Packers vs Denver Broncos 8/22/2008 at Invesco Field at Mile High First Half Summary PERIOD SCORES TIME OF POSSESSION Packers (Visitor) 7 6 = 13 Packers 15:16 Broncos (Home) 3 14 = 17 Broncos 14:44

Scoring Plays Team Qtr Time Scoring Play Score Visitor Home Packers1 11:23 D.Driver 10 yd. pass from A.Rodgers (M.Crosby kick) (8-80, 3:37) 7 0 Broncos15:24 M.Prater 40 yd. Field Goal (12-58, 5:59) 7 3 Broncos26:03 N.Jackson 7 yd. pass from J.Cutler (M.Prater kick) (16-99, 8:29) 7 10 Packers21:41 M.Crosby 44 yd. Field Goal (9-54, 4:22) 10 10 Broncos21:25 B.Marshall 49 yd. pass from J.Cutler (M.Prater kick) (1-80, 0:16) 10 17 Packers20:00 M.Crosby 46 yd. Field Goal (7-52, 1:25) 13 17

Packers Broncos TOTAL FIRST DOWNS 13 13 First Downs Rushing-Passing-by Penalty 3 - 9 - 1 5 - 6 - 2 THIRD DOWN EFFICIENCY 4-7-57% 4-6-67%

TOTAL NET YARDS 201 206 Total Offensive Plays 32 28

NET YARDS RUSHING 31 91

NET YARDS PASSING 170 115 Gross Yards Passing 178 115 Times thrown-yards lost attempting to pass 1-8 0-0

Pass Attempts-Completions-Had Intercepted 19 - 16 - 0 13 - 6 - 0 Punts-Number and Average 1 - 59 0 - 0 Penalties-Number and Yards 5 - 62 3 - 36 Fumbles-Number and Lost 0 - 0 0 - 0 Red Zone Efficiency 1-2-50% 1-1-100% Average Drive Start GB 20 DEN 14

Green Bay Packers Denver Broncos RUSHING ATT YDSAVG LG TD RUSHING ATT YDSAVG LG TD B.Jackson6 19 3.2 7 0 S.Young6 42 7.0 21 0 V.Morency4 8 2.0 5 0 A.Hall7 41 5.9 18 0 A.Rodgers2 4 2.0 2 0 J.Cutler1 6 6.0 6 0 M.Pittman1 2 2.0 2 0

Total1231 2.6 7 0 Total 15 91 6.1 21 0 PASSING ATTCMP YDSSK/YD TD LG IN RT PASSING ATTCMP YDSSK/YD TD LG IN RT A.Rodgers19 16 1781/81 35 0 123.2 J.Cutler13 6 115 0/02 49 0117.0 Total 19 16 1781/81 35 0123.2 Total 13 6 1150/0 2 49 0117.0

PASS RECEIVING NO YDSAVG LG TD PASS RECEIVING NO YDSAVG LG TD G.Jennings4 42 10.5 17 0 B.Marshall2 71 35.5 49 1 V.Morency4 17 4.3 9 0 N.Jackson2 18 9.0 11 1 D.Driver2 33 16.5 23 1 P.Hillis1 14 14.0 14 0 T.Humphrey1 35 35.0 35 0 A.Hall1 12 12.0 12 0 B.Jackson1 18 18.0 18 0 J.Finley1 10 10.0 10 0 J.Jones1 9 9.0 9 0 D.Lee1 8 8.0 8 0 R.Martin1 6 6.0 6 0

Total16178 11.1 35 1 Total 6 11519.2 49 2

Green Bay Packers Regular Defensive Plays Special Teams Misc

TKL AST COMB SK / YDSTFL QH IN PD FF FR TKL AST FF FR BL TKL AST FF FR B.Poppinga 50 50.00.00 0 000000000 0000 A.Bigby 30 30.00.00 0 000000000 0000 M.Montgomery 30 30.00.00 0 000000000 0000 C.Woodson 30 30.00.00 0 000000000 0000

Denver Broncos Regular Defensive Plays Special Teams Misc Green Bay Packers vs Denver Broncos 2 8/22/2008 at Invesco Field at Mile High First Half Summary

TKL AST COMB SK / YDS TFL QH IN PD FF FR TKL AST FF FR BL TKL AST FF FR J.Winborn 3 3 6 0.00.01 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 J.Engelberger 3 1 4 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 M.Manuel 2 2 4 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 M.McCree 2 2 4 0.00.00 0 000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 Green Bay Packers vs Denver Broncos at Invesco Field at Mile High

Play By Play 1st Quarter 8/22/2008 Page 1 GB wins toss, elects to Receive, and DEN elects to defend the South goal. M.Prater kicks 70 yards from DEN 30 to end zone, Touchback. Green Bay Packers at 15:00 1-10-GB 20 (15:00) A.Rodgers pass short middle to T.Humphrey to DEN 45 for 35 yards (M.Manuel, M.McCree). P1 1-10-DEN 45 (14:16) A.Rodgers pass short left to G.Jennings to DEN 28 for 17 yards (D.Bly). DEN-D.Bly was P2 injured during the play. 1-10-DEN 28 (13:32) B.Jackson left guard to DEN 26 for 2 yards (N.Webster). 2-8-DEN 26 (12:57) A.Rodgers pass short left to G.Jennings pushed ob at DEN 19 for 7 yards (M.McCree). 3-1-DEN 19 (12:37) A.Rodgers up the middle to DEN 17 for 2 yards (M.Thomas). R3 1-10-DEN 17 (12:10) B.Jackson left tackle to DEN 10 for 7 yards (E.Dumervil). 2-3-DEN 10 (11:35) A.Rodgers pass incomplete to G.Jennings. 3-3-DEN 10 (11:28) (Shotgun) A.Rodgers pass short middle to D.Driver for 10 yards, TOUCHDOWN. P4 M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Jansen, Holder-J.Ryan. GB 7 DEN 0, 8 plays, 80 yards, 3:37 drive, 3:37 elapsed M.Crosby kicks 70 yards from GB 30 to end zone, Touchback. Denver Broncos at 11:23, (1st play from scrimmage 11:22) 1-10-DEN 20 (11:22) J.Cutler pass incomplete deep right to N.Jackson. 2-10-DEN 20 (11:17) S.Young left end to DEN 41 for 21 yards (A.Bigby). R1 1-10-DEN 41 (10:29) J.Cutler pass incomplete short left to T.Scheffler. 2-10-DEN 41 (10:26) S.Young left tackle to DEN 44 for 3 yards (N.Barnett). 3-7-DEN 44 (9:44) (Shotgun) J.Cutler scrambles to 50 for 6 yards (A.Bigby). 4-1-50 (8:59) A.Hall left end to GB 46 for 4 yards (C.Woodson; M.Montgomery). PENALTY on GB, Defensive 12 On-field, 5 yards, enforced at 50 - No Play. X2 1-10-GB 45 (8:14) (Shotgun) J.Cutler pass incomplete short right to B.Stokley. 2-10-GB 45 (8:09) A.Hall up the middle to GB 39 for 6 yards (M.Montgomery). 3-4-GB 39 (7:26) (Shotgun) PENALTY on DEN-C.Wiegmann, False Start, 5 yards, enforced at GB 39 - No Play. 3-9-GB 44 (7:04) (Shotgun) J.Cutler pass short left to B.Marshall to GB 22 for 22 yards (N.Collins). P3 1-10-GB 22 (6:20) (Shotgun) A.Hall up the middle to GB 22 for no gain (B.Poppinga). 2-10-GB 22 (5:39) (Shotgun) J.Cutler pass incomplete short left to B.Stokley. 3-10-GB 22 (5:34) (Shotgun) J.Cutler pass incomplete short left to S.Young (N.Barnett). 4-10-GB 22 (5:28) M.Prater 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-M.Leach, Holder-B.Kern. GB 7 DEN 3, 12 plays, 58 yards, 1 penalty, 5:59 drive, 9:36 elapsed M.Prater kicks 70 yards from DEN 30 to end zone, Touchback. Green Bay Packers at 5:24 1-10-GB 20 (5:24) V.Morency left tackle to GB 20 for no gain (N.Webster, J.Winborn). 2-10-GB 20 (4:45) V.Morency left tackle to GB 25 for 5 yards (J.Engelberger; D.Robertson). GB-J.Sitton was injured during the play. 3-5-GB 25 (4:01) (Shotgun) A.Rodgers pass short left to R.Martin to GB 31 for 6 yards (D.Foxworth, M.McCree). P5 1-10-GB 31 (3:23) A.Rodgers pass short left to G.Jennings to GB 43 for 12 yards (D.Bly). P6 1-10-GB 43 (2:50) V.Morency right tackle to GB 42 for -1 yards (N.Webster). 2-11-GB 42 (2:10) V.Morency up the middle to GB 46 for 4 yards (J.Engelberger). 3-7-GB 46 (1:30) (Shotgun) A.Rodgers pass incomplete short right to B.Jackson. PENALTY on DEN-E.Dumervil, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced at GB 46 - No Play. 3-2-DEN 49 (1:22) B.Jackson left tackle to DEN 45 for 4 yards (K.Peterson). R7 1-10-DEN 45 (:46) B.Jackson left tackle to DEN 43 for 2 yards (D.Robertson). 2-8-DEN 43 (:09) A.Rodgers sacked at GB 49 for -8 yards (E.Dumervil). END OF QUARTER Score Time First Downs Efficiencies ==== Quarter Summary ==== Poss R P X T 3Down 4Down Green Bay Packers 7 9:01 2 5 0 7 4/4 0/0 Denver Broncos 3 5:59 1 1 1 3 1/3 0/0 Green Bay Packers vs Denver Broncos at Invesco Field at Mile High

Play By Play 2nd Quarter 8/22/2008 Page 1 Green Bay Packers continued. 3-16-GB 49 (15:00) (Shotgun) A.Rodgers pass short left to G.Jennings to DEN 45 for 6 yards. PENALTY on GB-V.Morency, Personal Foul, 15 yards, enforced between downs. 4-25-GB 40 (15:00) J.Ryan punts 59 yards to DEN 1, Center-J.Haynos, downed by GB. Denver Broncos at 14:32 1-10-DEN 1 (14:32) J.Cutler pass incomplete short left to T.Scheffler. 2-10-DEN 1 (14:25) A.Hall up the middle to DEN 3 for 2 yards (C.Jenkins). 3-8-DEN 3 (14:15) J.Cutler pass short middle to P.Hillis to DEN 17 for 14 yards (B.Poppinga). P4 1-10-DEN 17 (13:50) A.Hall up the middle to DEN 35 for 18 yards (M.Montgomery). R5 1-10-DEN 35 (12:50) A.Hall up the middle to DEN 42 for 7 yards (C.Woodson, A.Harris). 2-3-DEN 42 (11:50) S.Young up the middle to DEN 44 for 2 yards (B.Poppinga). 3-1-DEN 44 (10:47) S.Young up the middle to DEN 49 for 5 yards (M.Montgomery). R6 1-10-DEN 49 (10:47) S.Young left end to GB 43 for 8 yards (C.Woodson, A.Harris). 2-2-GB 43 (10:08) S.Young right guard to GB 40 for 3 yards (B.Poppinga). R7 1-10-GB 40 (9:24) (Shotgun) J.Cutler pass incomplete short right to E.Royal. 2-10-GB 40 (9:17) J.Cutler pass short left to N.Jackson to GB 29 for 11 yards (A.Bigby). P8 1-10-GB 29 (8:30) (Shotgun) J.Cutler pass short left to A.Hall to GB 17 for 12 yards (A.Rouse). P9 1-10-GB 17 (7:54) A.Hall right end to GB 11 for 6 yards (C.Woodson, A.Kampman). GB-N.Collins was injured during the play. 2-4-GB 11 (7:18) A.Hall left tackle to GB 9 for 2 yards (B.Chillar). 3-2-GB 9 (6:43) M.Pittman left tackle to GB 7 for 2 yards (B.Poppinga). R10 1-7-GB 7 (6:10) (Shotgun) J.Cutler pass short left to N.Jackson for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. P11 M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Leach, Holder-B.Kern. GB 7 DEN 10, 16 plays, 99 yards, 8:29 drive, 8:57 elapsed M.Prater kicks 70 yards from DEN 30 to end zone, Touchback. Green Bay Packers at 6:03 1-10-GB 20 (6:03) A.Rodgers pass incomplete deep middle to D.Driver. PENALTY on DEN-D.Williams, Defensive Pass Interference, 26 yards, enforced at GB 20 - No Play. X8 1-10-GB 46 (5:58) A.Rodgers pass short middle to B.Jackson to DEN 36 for 18 yards (C.Bailey). P9 1-10-DEN 36 (5:29) B.Jackson right end to DEN 38 for -2 yards (J.Winborn, M.Manuel). 2-12-DEN 38 (4:47) A.Rodgers pass short middle to V.Morency to DEN 32 for 6 yards (D.Williams). Timeout #1 by GB at 03:59. 3-6-DEN 32 (3:59) (Shotgun) PENALTY on GB-J.Finley, False Start, 5 yards, enforced at DEN 32 - No Play. 3-11-DEN 37 (3:59) (Shotgun) A.Rodgers pass short left to J.Finley to DEN 27 for 10 yards (M.Manuel). 4-1-DEN 27 (3:14) A.Rodgers up the middle to DEN 25 for 2 yards (J.Engelberger). R10 1-10-DEN 25 (2:45) B.Jackson left tackle to DEN 19 for 6 yards (J.Engelberger). Two-Minute Warning 2-4-DEN 19 (2:00) PENALTY on GB-A.Rodgers, False Start, 6 yards, enforced at DEN 19 - No Play. 2-10-DEN 25 (2:00) A.Rodgers pass incomplete short right to J.Jones. 3-10-DEN 25 (1:56) (Shotgun) A.Rodgers pass short left to V.Morency to DEN 26 for -1 yards (K.Peterson, J.Winborn). 4-11-DEN 26 (1:46) M.Crosby 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Jansen, Holder-J.Ryan. GB 10 DEN 10, 9 plays, 54 yards, 1 penalty, 4:22 drive, 13:19 elapsed M.Crosby kicks 70 yards from GB 30 to end zone, Touchback. Denver Broncos at 1:41 1-10-DEN 20 (1:41) (Shotgun) J.Cutler pass incomplete deep left to B.Marshall. PENALTY on GB-T.Williams, Defensive Pass Interference, 31 yards, enforced at DEN 20 - No Play. X12 1-10-GB 49 (1:32) (Shotgun) J.Cutler pass deep left to B.Marshall for 49 yards, TOUCHDOWN. P13 M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Leach, Holder-B.Kern. GB 10 DEN 17, 1 plays, 80 yards, 1 penalty, 0:16 drive, 13:35 elapsed M.Prater kicks 70 yards from DEN 30 to end zone, Touchback. Green Bay Packers at 1:25 1-10-GB 20 (1:25) A.Rodgers pass deep middle to D.Driver to GB 43 for 23 yards (M.McCree). P11 1-10-GB 43 (1:01) A.Rodgers pass short left to V.Morency to GB 46 for 3 yards (D.Foxworth). 2-7-GB 46 (:56) (Shotgun) A.Rodgers pass short left to J.Jones to DEN 45 for 9 yards (D.Foxworth, J.Winborn). P12 Timeout #2 by GB at 00:47. 1-10-DEN 45 (:47) (Shotgun) A.Rodgers pass short left to V.Morency to DEN 36 for 9 yards (J.Winborn). 2-1-DEN 36 (:25) A.Rodgers pass short left to D.Lee to DEN 28 for 8 yards (J.Winborn, M.Manuel). P13 Timeout #3 by GB at 00:11. 1-10-DEN 28 (:11) (Shotgun) A.Rodgers pass incomplete deep left to G.Jennings. 2-10-DEN 28 (:05) M.Crosby 46 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-J.Jansen, Holder-J.Ryan. GB 13 DEN 17, 7 plays, 52 yards, 1:25 drive, 15:00 elapsed END OF QUARTER Score Time First Downs Efficiencies ==== Quarter Summary ==== Poss R P X T 3Down 4Down Green Bay Packers 13 6:15 1 4 1 6 0/3 1/1 Denver Broncos 17 8:45 4 5 1 10 3/3 0/0 Green Bay Packers vs Denver Broncos at Invesco Field at Mile High

Play By Play 3rd Quarter 8/22/2008 Page 1 DEN elects to Receive, and GB elects to defend the goal. M.Crosby kicks 72 yards from GB 30 to DEN -2. G.Martinez to DEN 21 for 23 yards (K.Hall). DEN-M.Manuel was injured during the play. Denver Broncos at 15:00, (1st play from scrimmage 14:55) 1-10-DEN 21 (14:55) M.Pittman right tackle to DEN 26 for 5 yards (B.Chillar). 2-5-DEN 26 (14:25) P.Ramsey pass short right to M.Pittman to DEN 24 for -2 yards (N.Barnett). 3-7-DEN 24 (13:47) (Shotgun) P.Ramsey pass incomplete short right (A.Kampman). 4-7-DEN 24 (13:42) B.Kern punts 59 yards to GB 17, Center-M.Leach. W.Blackmon pushed ob at DEN 40 for 43 yards (J.Barrett). Green Bay Packers at 13:27 1-10-DEN 40 (13:27) A.Rodgers pass short right to J.Jones to DEN 26 for 14 yards (D.Foxworth). P14 1-10-DEN 26 (12:53) A.Rodgers pass short left to J.Jones to DEN 25 for 1 yard (W.Woodyard). 2-9-DEN 25 (12:12) (Shotgun) A.Rodgers pass incomplete deep left to J.Jones. 3-9-DEN 25 (12:06) A.Rodgers pass incomplete deep left to R.Martin (K.Paymah). PENALTY on DEN-K.Paymah, Defensive Pass Interference, 24 yards, enforced at DEN 25 - No Play. X15 1-1-DEN 1 (12:06) B.Jackson right tackle to DEN 1 for no gain (N.Koutouvides). 2-1-DEN 1 (12:06) B.Jackson up the middle to DEN 1 for no gain (W.Woodyard). 3-1-DEN 1 (10:49) A.Rodgers left guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. R16 M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Jansen, Holder-J.Ryan. GB 20 DEN 17, 6 plays, 40 yards, 1 penalty, 2:41 drive, 4:14 elapsed M.Crosby kicks 70 yards from GB 30 to end zone, Touchback. Denver Broncos at 10:46 1-10-DEN 20 (10:46) M.Pittman up the middle to DEN 20 for no gain (D.Bishop). 2-10-DEN 20 (10:09) P.Ramsey pass short left to M.Pittman pushed ob at DEN 30 for 10 yards (T.White). P14 1-10-DEN 30 (9:48) M.Pittman left end to DEN 32 for 2 yards (A.Rouse). 2-8-DEN 32 (9:14) P.Ramsey pass short right to K.Colbert to DEN 39 for 7 yards (W.Blackmon). 3-1-DEN 39 (8:37) M.Pittman right tackle to DEN 38 for -1 yards (A.Rouse). 4-2-DEN 38 (8:37) B.Kern punts 41 yards to GB 21, Center-M.Leach. J.Nelson to GB 20 for -1 yards (J.Barrett). Green Bay Packers at 7:46 1-10-GB 20 (7:46) N.Herron right end pushed ob at GB 34 for 14 yards (J.Barrett). R17 1-10-GB 34 (7:08) N.Herron up the middle to GB 37 for 3 yards (J.Barrett; P.Carrington). 2-7-GB 37 (6:32) N.Herron up the middle to GB 42 for 5 yards (T.Crowder). 3-2-GB 42 (5:57) K.Lumpkin right end to GB 45 for 3 yards (L.Green). R18 1-10-GB 45 (5:28) B.Brohm pass incomplete short left to J.Nelson. 2-10-GB 45 (5:23) K.Lumpkin left tackle to DEN 46 for 9 yards (R.Rogers). DEN-P.Carrington was injured during the play. 3-1-DEN 46 (4:51) K.Lumpkin left tackle to DEN 40 for 6 yards (R.Rogers). R19 1-10-DEN 40 (4:15) N.Herron left tackle to DEN 35 for 5 yards (K.Peterson, A.McKinley). 2-5-DEN 35 (3:35) B.Brohm pass incomplete short right (A.McKinley). 3-5-DEN 35 (3:32) (Shotgun) B.Brohm pass incomplete short right to R.Martin (D.Foxworth). 4-5-DEN 35 (3:28) M.Crosby 53 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-J.Jansen, Holder-J.Ryan. Denver Broncos at 3:23 1-10-DEN 43 (3:23) M.Pittman right guard to DEN 44 for 1 yard (D.Muir). 2-9-DEN 44 (2:48) (Shotgun) P.Ramsey pass short right to M.Pittman pushed ob at GB 48 for 8 yards (W.Blackmon). 3-1-GB 48 (2:18) P.Ramsey pass short right to C.Russell to GB 37 for 11 yards (W.Blackmon). P15 PENALTY on GB-D.Lansanah, Roughing the Passer, 15 yards, enforced at GB 37. X16 1-10-GB 22 (1:55) M.Pittman right end to GB 6 for 16 yards (W.Blackmon). R17 1-6-GB 6 (1:16) P.Ramsey pass incomplete short right to C.Russell (P.Lee). 2-6-GB 6 (1:13) P.Ramsey pass short left to B.Pierce to GB 1 for 5 yards (A.Rouse). 3-1-GB 1 (:45) C.Sapp up the middle to GB 1 for no gain (D.Muir). END OF QUARTER Score Time First Downs Efficiencies ==== Quarter Summary ==== Poss R P X T 3Down 4Down Green Bay Packers 20 7:04 4 1 1 6 3/4 0/0 Denver Broncos 17 7:56 1 2 1 4 1/4 0/0 Green Bay Packers vs Denver Broncos at Invesco Field at Mile High

Play By Play 4th Quarter 8/22/2008 Page 1 Denver Broncos continued. 4-1-GB 1 (15:00) P.Ramsey pass incomplete short right to C.Russell. Green Bay Packers at 14:55 1-10-GB 1 (14:55) K.Lumpkin left tackle to GB 6 for 5 yards (T.Crowder). 2-5-GB 6 (14:26) K.Lumpkin right end to GB 8 for 2 yards (R.Rogers). 3-3-GB 8 (13:49) B.Brohm pass incomplete deep right to T.Humphrey. 4-3-GB 8 (13:45) J.Ryan punts 46 yards to DEN 46, Center-J.Haynos. G.Martinez MUFFS catch, and recovers at DEN 43. G.Martinez to GB 46 for 11 yards (B.Jackson). Denver Broncos at 13:30 1-10-GB 46 (13:30) P.Ramsey pass incomplete deep right to K.Colbert (J.Bush). 2-10-GB 46 (13:21) (Shotgun) P.Ramsey pass short left to M.Pittman to GB 42 for 4 yards (T.Williams). 3-6-GB 42 (12:43) (Shotgun) P.Ramsey pass short left to C.Russell to GB 34 for 8 yards (A.Rouse). P18 1-10-GB 34 (12:04) (Shotgun) M.Pittman right tackle to GB 27 for 7 yards (D.Lansanah, J.Hunter). 2-3-GB 27 (11:30) M.Pittman left end to GB 25 for 2 yards (D.Lansanah). 3-1-GB 25 (10:51) P.Hillis up the middle to GB 24 for 1 yard (T.White). R19 1-10-GB 24 (10:08) A.Hall left tackle to GB 19 for 5 yards (R.Allen, D.Bishop). 2-5-GB 19 (9:36) A.Hall left end pushed ob at GB 19 for no gain (T.Culver). 3-5-GB 19 (9:09) (Shotgun) P.Ramsey pass short left to C.Russell ran ob at GB 9 for 10 yards. P20 1-9-GB 9 (8:35) P.Ramsey pass short right to M.Pittman for 9 yards, TOUCHDOWN. P21 M.Prater extra point is GOOD, Center-M.Leach, Holder-B.Kern. GB 20 DEN 24, 10 plays, 46 yards, 5:03 drive, 6:33 elapsed M.Prater kicks 71 yards from DEN 30 to GB -1. J.Nelson pushed ob at GB 23 for 24 yards (C.Sapp). Green Bay Packers at 8:27, (1st play from scrimmage 8:20) 1-10-GB 23 (8:20) M.Flynn pass short right to J.Nelson to GB 26 for 3 yards (D.Foxworth). 2-7-GB 26 (7:45) K.Lumpkin left end to GB 29 for 3 yards (A.McKinley). 3-4-GB 29 (7:01) (Shotgun) M.Flynn pass short right to C.Francies to GB 28 for -1 yards (D.Foxworth). 4-5-GB 28 (6:22) J.Ryan punts 72 yards to end zone, Center-J.Haynos, Touchback. Denver Broncos at 6:12 1-10-DEN 20 (6:12) P.Ramsey pass incomplete short right to C.Russell (W.Blackmon). 2-10-DEN 20 (6:01) M.Pittman left guard to DEN 22 for 2 yards (A.Hodge; J.Thompson). 3-8-DEN 22 (5:21) (Shotgun) P.Ramsey pass intended for M.Pittman INTERCEPTED by T.White (J.Hunter) at DEN 17. T.White to DEN 10 for 7 yards (E.Pears). Green Bay Packers at 5:15 1-10-DEN 10 (5:15) K.Lumpkin left tackle to DEN 9 for 1 yard (N.Clemons). 2-9-DEN 9 (4:43) K.Lumpkin up the middle to DEN 1 for 8 yards (N.Koutouvides). 3-1-DEN 1 (4:00) K.Lumpkin up the middle to DEN 1 for no gain (A.McKinley). 4-1-DEN 1 (3:19) K.Lumpkin left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. R20 M.Crosby extra point is GOOD, Center-J.Jansen, Holder-J.Ryan. GB 27 DEN 24, 4 plays, 10 yards, 2:00 drive, 11:45 elapsed M.Crosby kicks 64 yards from GB 30 to DEN 6. G.Martinez to DEN 30 for 24 yards (V.Morency). DEN-L.Birdine was injured during the play. Denver Broncos at 3:15, (1st play from scrimmage 3:08) 1-10-DEN 30 (3:08) (Shotgun) D.Hackney pass short left to M.Pittman to DEN 26 for -4 yards (D.Bishop). 2-14-DEN 26 (2:31) (Shotgun) D.Hackney pass short left to G.Martinez ran ob at DEN 35 for 9 yards. 3-5-DEN 35 (2:26) (Shotgun) D.Hackney pass short middle to G.Martinez to GB 48 for 17 yards (T.Culver). PENALTY on DEN, Illegal Motion, 5 yards, enforced at DEN 35 - No Play. 3-10-DEN 30 (2:19) (Shotgun) D.Hackney pass incomplete deep right to K.Colbert (P.Lee). Timeout #1 by DEN at 02:13. 4-10-DEN 30 (2:10) D.Hackney pass incomplete (A.Malone). Two-Minute Warning Green Bay Packers at 1:59 1-10-DEN 30 (1:59) K.Lumpkin left end to DEN 29 for 1 yard (L.Green; R.Rogers). 2-9-DEN 29 (1:15) M.Flynn kneels to DEN 31 for -2 yards. 3-11-DEN 31 (:33) M.Flynn kneels to DEN 33 for -2 yards. END OF QUARTER Score Time First Downs Efficiencies ==== Quarter Summary ==== Poss R P X T 3Down 4Down Green Bay Packers 27 7:39 1 0 0 1 0/4 1/1 Denver Broncos 24 7:21 1 3 0 4 3/5 0/2 BRONCOS NUMERICAL PACKERS NUMERICAL No. Player ...... Pos. No. Player ...... Pos. 1 Brett Kern ...... P DENVER BRONCOS (1-1) vs. GREEN BAY PACKERS (0-2) 2 Mason Crosby ...... K 2 Sam Paulescu ...... P 6 Taj Smith ...... WR 4 Darrell Hackney ...... QB 9 Jon Ryan ...... P 5 Matt Prater ...... K 10 ...... QB 6 Jay Cutler ...... QB FRIDAY, AUG. 22, 2008 • 7:00 P.M. • INVESCO FIELD AT MILE HIGH • DENVER, COLO. 11 Brian Brohm ...... QB 9 Taylor Jacobs ...... WR 12 Aaron Rodgers ...... QB 10 Clifford Russell ...... WR 13 Jake Allen ...... WR 11 Patrick Ramsey ...... QB 16 Brett Swain ...... WR 12 Samie Parker ...... WR 17 Johnny Quinn ...... WR 13 Keary Colbert ...... WR BRONCOS OFFENSE BRONCOS DEFENSE 20 ...... S 14 Brandon Stokley ...... WR. .WR 15 Brandon MarshallEddie 19 Royal 17 Glenn Martinez 10 Clifford Russell 21 ...... CB 15 Brandon Marshall ...... WR LE 60 John Engelberger 91 Ebenezer Ekuban 96 Tim Crowder 22 Pat Lee ...... CB 16 16 Marquay McDaniel ...... WR Marquay McDaniel9 Taylor Jacobs LT 63 Dewayne Robertson 99 Alvin McKinley 93 Nic Clemons 23 Noah Herron ...... RB 17 Glenn Martinez . . . .LT ...... 78...... WR Ryan Clady 64 Erik Pears 24 ...... CB 19 Eddie Royal ...... WR RT 79 Marcus Thomas 90 Kenny Peterson 98 Josh Mallard 68 Steven Harris25 Ryan Grant ...... RB 20 Marlon McCree ...... LG...... 50 .S Ben Hamilton 65 Dylan GandyKor 67y Lichtensteiger 26 ...... S 21 Hamza Abdullah ...... S RE 92 Elvis Dumervil 94 Jarvis Moss 95 Paul Carrington 77 Larry Birdine27 Will Blackmon ...... CB 22 Domonique Foxworth ...... C. . .CB 66 Tom Nalen 62 Casey Wiegmann 69 P.J. Alexander 28 Kregg Lumpkin ...... RB WLB 55 D.J. Williams 51 Jamie Winborn 59 23 Andre Hall ...... RG . .RB 73 Chris Kuper 70 Montrae HollandMitch 61Erickson 29 ...... S 24 Champ Bailey ...... CB Wesley Woodyard 30 ...... FB 26 Jack Williams ...... RT. . .CB 74 Ryan HarrisTyler 76 Polumbus 31 Al Harris ...... CB 28 Michael Pittman ...... RB MLB 58 Nate Webster 53 Niko KoutouvidesManuel 56 Padilla 32 Brandon Jackson ...... RB 31 Wale Dada ...... TE. . .CB 89 Daniel Graham 88 Tony Scheffler 81 Nate Jackson 84 Brett Pierce 34 ...... RB 32 Dré Bly ...... CB 85 Chad MustardSLB 97 Boss Bailey 52 Louis Green 57 Jordan Beck 35 ...... FB 33 Marquand Manuel ...... S 36 ...... S WR 82 Darrell Jackson 14 Brandon Stokley 13 Keary Colbert 12 Samie ParkerLCB 24 Champ Bailey 22 Domonique Foxworth 26 34 Vickiel Vaughn ...... S 87 Jack Williams 37 Aaron Rouse ...... S 35 Selvin Young ...... RB Lorne Sam 38 ...... CB 36 Josh Barrett ...... S RCB 32 Dré Bly 41 Karl Paymah 39 Tyrone PooleWale Dada 31 39 Ryan Powdrell ...... FB 37 Cecil Sapp ...... QB . .RB 6 Jay Cutler 11 Patrick Ramsey 4 Darrell Hackney 40 Joe Porter ...... CB 38 Anthony Alridge ...... RB . .RB 35 Selvin Young 23 Andre Hall 42 SS 21 Hamza Abdullah 43 Roderick RogersJosh Barrett 36 41 Scorpio Babers ...... CB 39 Tyrone Poole ...... CB Ryan Torain 38 Anthony Alridge 42 DeShawn Wynn ...... RB 41 Karl Paymah ...... FB. . .CB 37 Cecil SappPeyton 48 Hillis 28 Michael Pittman 46Spencer Larsen FS 20 Marlon McCree 33 Marquand Manuel 34 Vickiel Vaughn 44 Evan Moore ...... TE 42 Ryan Torain ...... RB 45 Corey White ...... FB 43 Roderick Rogers ...... S 46 J.J. Jansen ...... LS 46 Spencer Larsen ...... FB 49 Joey Haynos ...... TE 48 Peyton Hillis ...... FB 50 A.J. Hawk ...... LB 50 Ben Hamilton ...... G/C PACKERS DEFENSE PACKERS OFFENSE 51 ...... LB 51 Jamie Winborn ...... LB WR 85 Greg Jennings 82 Ruvell MartinJordy Nelson 87 17 Johnny Quinn 52 ...... LB 52 Louis Green ...... LDE. . .LB 74 Aaron Kampman 96 Michael MontgomeryJeremy 99 Thompson 53 ...... LB 53 Niko Koutouvides ...... LB 6 Taj Smith 54 ...... LB 55 D.J. Williams ...... LDT. . .LB 79 90 Colin ColeConrad 93 Bolston 98 Alfred Malone LT 76 73 75 55 ...... LB 56 Manuel Padilla ...... LB 56 ...... LB LG 57 Jordan Beck ...... RDT. . .LB 97 91 95 Daniel Muir 73 Daryn Colledge 78 72 Jason SpitzRyan Keenan 61 57 Jason Hunter ...... DE 58 Nate Webster ...... LB C 63 72 62 Junius CostonBrennen Car 64valho 58 Danny Lansanah ...... LB 59 Wesley Woodyard ...... RDE. . .LB 77 Cullen Jenkins 94 Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila 57 Jason Hunter 59 Tracy White ...... LB 60 John Engelberger ...... DE RG 72 Jason SpitzJosh 71 Sitton 60 Ryan Considine 60 Ryan Considine ...... T WILL 61 Mitch Erickson ...... G 50 A.J. Hawk 54 Brandon Chillar 59 Tracy WhiteDanny Lansanah 58 RT 65 Mark TauscherOrrin 69 Thompson 68 Breno Giacomini 61 Ryan Keenan ...... G 62 Casey Wiegmann ...... C 62 Junius Coston ...... G TE 86 Donald Lee 84 Tory HumphreyJermichael 88 Finley 49 Joey Haynos 63 Dewayne Robertson ...... MIKE. . .DT 56 Nick Barnett 55 Desmond Bishop 52 Abdul Hodge 63 Scott Wells ...... C 64 Erik Pears ...... T 44 Evan Moore 64 Brennen Carvalho ...... C 65 Dylan Gandy ...... SAM. . . .G 51 Brady Poppinga 54 Brandon ChillarSpencer 53 Havner 65 ...... T 66 Tom Nalen ...... C WR 80 Donald Driver 89 James Jones 83 Chris FranciesBrett Swain 16 68 Breno Giacomini ...... T 67 Kory Lichtensteiger ...... LCB. . . .C 21 Charles Woodson 27 Will BlackmonPat Lee 22 40 Joe Porter 13 Jake Allen 69 Orrin Thompson ...... T 68 Steven Harris ...... DT QB 12 Aaron RodgersBrian 11 Brohm 10 Matt Flynn 71 ...... G 69 P.J. Alexander ...... G 72 Jason Spitz ...... G/C 70 Montrae Holland ...... RCB. . . .G 31 Al Harris 38 Tramon Williams 24 Jarrett BushScorpio Babers 41 RB 25 Ryan Grant 32 Brandon Jackson 34 Vernand Morency 23 Noah Herron73 Daryn Colledge ...... G 73 Chris Kuper ...... G 42 DeShawn WynnKregg Lumpkin 28 74 Aaron Kampman ...... DE 74 Ryan Harris ...... SS. . . .T 20 Atari Bigby 26 Charlie Peprah 29 Tyrone Culver 75 Tony Moll ...... T 76 Tyler Polumbus ...... FS. . . .T 36 Nick Collins 37 Aaron Rouse FB 35 Korey Hall 30 John KuhnCorey 45White 39 Ryan Powdrell 76 Chad Clifton ...... T 77 Larry Birdine ...... DE 77 Cullen Jenkins ...... DE 78 Ryan Clady ...... T 78 Allen Barbre ...... G 79 Marcus Thomas ...... DT 79 Ryan Pickett ...... DT 81 Nate Jackson ...... TE 80 Donald Driver ...... WR 82 Darrell Jackson ...... WR BRONCOS SPECIALISTS PACKERS SPECIALISTS 82 Ruvell Martin ...... WR 83 Mike Leach ...... TE/LS 83 Chris Francies ...... WR 84 Brett Pierce ...... P. . .TE 2 Sam PaulescuBrett 1 Kern P 9 Jon Ryan 84 ...... TE 85 Chad Mustard ...... K. . .TE 5 Matt Prater 2 Sam PaulescuBrett Kern 1 K 2 Mason Crosby 85 Greg Jennings ...... WR 87 Lorne Sam ...... WR 86 Donald Lee ...... TE 88 Tony Scheffler ...... KO. . .TE 5 Matt Prater 2 Sam PaulescuBrett Kern 1 PR 27 Will Blackmon 38 Tramon WilliamsJordy 87Nelson 21 Charles Woodson 87 ...... WR 89 Daniel Graham ...... TE 88 ...... TE 90 Kenny Peterson ...... PR. . .DT 19Eddie Royal 17 Glenn MartinezMarquay 16 McDaniel12 Samie ParkerKR 27 Will Blackmon 38 Tramon Williams 87 Jordy Nelson 22 Pat Lee 89 James Jones ...... WR KR 19 91 Ebenezer Ekuban ...... DE Eddie Royal 23 Andre HallAnthony 38 Alridge10 Clifford Russell 32 Brandon Jackson 34 Vernand MorencyKregg 28 Lumpkin 90 Colin Cole ...... DT 92 Elvis Dumervil ...... DE 17 Glenn Martinez 91 Justin Harrell ...... DT 93 Nic Clemons . . . . . PC...... 83 . . . . Mike. . . .DT Leach 88 Tony Scheffler 98 Josh Mallard PC 46J.J. Jansen 60 Ryan Considine 97 Johnny Jolly 93 Conrad Bolston ...... DT 94 Jarvis Moss ...... DE KC 46 94 Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila ...... DE 95 Paul Carrington . . . KC...... 83 . . . . Mike. . . .DE Leach 98 Josh Mallard 84 Brett Pierce J.J. Jansen 60 Ryan Considine 97 Johnny Jolly 95 Daniel Muir ...... DT 96 Tim Crowder . . . . . H...... 1...... DE H 9 Jon Ryan 82 Ruvell Martin 10 Matt Flynn 96 Michael Montgomery ...... DE 97 Boss Bailey ...... LB Brett Kern 2 Sam Paulescu 11 Patrick Ramsey 97 Johnny Jolly ...... DT 98 Josh Mallard ...... DT 98 Alfred Malone ...... DT 99 Alvin McKinley ...... DT 99 Jeremy Thompson ...... DE

BRONCOS: Hamza Abdullah(HAHM-zah); Larry Birdine(bir-DINE); Keary Colbert (KER-ee); Wale Dada PACKERS: Scorpio Babers (BABE-ers); Allen Barbre (BAR-ber); Atari Bigby (ah-TARR-ee BIG-bee); Junius (wah-LEE); Elvis Dumer vil (doo-mehr-vill); Ebenezer Ekuban(EK-you-BON); Niko Koutouvides(KOO-tah- Coston (JOON-ee-us KAHST-in); Brandon Chillar (Chill-ER); Chris Francies (FRAN-sis); Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila VEE-dees); Chris Kuper (KOO-pehr); Kory Lichtensteiger(LICK-ten-sty-ger); Josh Mallard(MAL-urd); PRONUNCIATION (BAH-jah BEE-ah-MILL-lah); Breno Giacomini (Breh-NO GEE-ah-coh-MEE-knee); Justin Harrell (HAIR-uhl); Marquand Manuel (mar-KWAND); MarquayMcDaniel (mar-KWAY); Manuel Padilla(pah-DEE-yah); Sam Spencer Havner (HAY-vner); Noah Herron (HAIR-un); Cullen Jenkins (KULL-en); Aaron Kampman (CAMP- GUIDE man); John Kuhn (KOON); Danny Lansanah (Lan-SAN-nah); Ruvell Martin (roo-VELL); Tony Moll (MAHL); Paulescu (paw-LESS-cue); Erik Pears(PEERS); Matt Prater(PRAY-ter); Lorne Sam (LORN); Edell Vernand Morency (VERN-in mo-REN-see); Daniel Muir (m-YUR) Ryan Pickett (PICK-ett); Brady Poppinga Shepherd (eh-DELL); Ryan orainT (toh-RAIN); VickielVaughn (vih-KELL); Casey Wiegmann(WIG-mann). (puh-PING-ah); Ryan Powdrell (POW-drell); Aaron Rouse (ROWSE); Josh Sitton (SITT-en); Jason Spitz (SPITTS); Mark Tauscher (TAU-sher); Tramon Williams (trah-MAHN).

[injured player] TONIGHT’S OFFICIALS rookie or first-year player Referee — Peter Morelli (135); Umpire — Rich Hall (49); Head Linesman — George Hayward (54); Line Judge — Darryll Lewis (130); Field Judge — Rob Vernatchi (75); Side Judge — Greg Wilson (119); Back Judge — Kirk Dornan (6); Replay — Howard Slavin; Video — Terry Poulos. BRONCOS ALPHABETICAL DENVER BRONCOS NUMERICAL GREEN BAY PACKERS NUMERICAL PACKERS ALPHABETICAL No. Player ...... Pos.No. Player Pos. Hgt. Wgt. Age NFL Exp. College ...... No. . .How Player Acq. Pos. Hgt. Wgt. Age NFL Exp. College ...... No.. . . .Player ...... How . . . Acq...... Pos. 21 Abdullah, Hamza ...... S1 Brett Kern P 6-3 205 22 R Toledo ...... 2 . . .CFA- Mason '08 Crosby K 6-1 207 23 2 Colorado ...... 13 . . . . Allen, . . . . . Jake. . . . .D6c- . . . .'07 ...... WR 69 Alexander, P.J...... G2 Sam Paulescu P 6-0 195 24 2 Oregon State ...... 6. . . . Taj .FA- Smith '07 WR 6-0 198 24 R Syracuse ...... 41. . . . Babers,...... Scorpio . . . .FA- '08 ...... CB 38 Alridge, Anthony ...... RB4 Darrell Hackney QB 6-0 248 24 2 Alabama-Birmingham ...... 9. . . . Jon .FA- Ryan '07 P 6-0 222 26 3 Regina (Canada) ...... 78. . . . Barbre,...... Allen . . . .FA- . .'06 ...... G 97 Bailey, Boss ...... LB5 Matt Prater K 5-10 188 24 2 Central Florida ...... 10 .PS(Mia)- Matt Flynn'07 QB 6-2 222 23 R Louisiana State ...... 56 . . . . Barnett, ...... Nick. . .D7a- . . .'08 ...... LB 6 Jay Cutler QB 6-3 233 25 3 Vanderbilt ...... 11 . . . . Brian.D1- '06Brohm QB 6-3 223 22 R Louisville ...... D2b- '08 24 Bailey, Champ ...... CB9 Taylor Jacobs WR 6-1 205 27 6 Florida ...... 12. . . . . Aaron .FA- '07 Rodgers QB 6-2 220 24 4 California ...... 20 . . . . Bigby, ...... Atari . . . . .D1-. . . .'05 ...... S 36 Barrett, Josh ...... S10 Clifford Russell WR 5-11 195 29 6 Utah ...... 13. . . . . Jake .FA- Allen'08 WR 6-4 196 23 R Mississippi College ...... 55. . . . Bishop,...... Desmond . . . .FA- '08 ...... LB 57 Beck, Jordan ...... LB11 Patrick Ramsey QB 6-2 225 29 7 Tulane ...... 16. . . . . Brett .FA- Swain'07 WR 6-0 203 23 R San Diego State ...... 27 . . . . Blackmon, ...... D7b-Will .'08 ...... CB 77 Birdine, Larry ...... DE12 Samie Parker WR 5-11 185 27 5 Oregon ...... 17.UFA(KC)- Johnny '08 Quinn WR 6-0 208 24 1 North Texas ...... 93. . . . Bolston,...... Conrad. . . .FA- '08 ...... DT 32 Bly, Dré ...... CB13 Keary Colbert WR 6-1 205 26 5 Southern California ...... UFA(Car)-20 Atari Bigby'08 S 5-11 213 26 3 Central Florida ...... 11. . . . Brohm,...... Brian . . . .FA- . . '05 ...... QB 95 Carrington, Paul ...... DE14 Brandon Stokley WR 5-11 192 32 10 Southwestern Louisiana ...... 21. . . . . Charles .FA- '07 Woodson CB 6-1 202 31 11 Michigan ...... 24 . . . . Bush,...... UFA(Oak)-Jarrett . .'06 ...... CB 78 Clady, Ryan ...... T15 Brandon Marshall WR 6-4 230 24 3 Central Florida ...... 22 . . . .D4a- Pat Lee '06 CB 6-0 194 24 R Auburn ...... 64 . . . . Carvalho, ...... Brennen .D2c- '08 ...... C 16 Marquay McDaniel WR 5-10 205 24 1 Hampton ...... 23 . . . .CFA- Noah '07Herron RB 5-11 225 26 4 Northwestern ...... FA- '05 93 Clemons, Nic ...... DT17 Glenn Martinez WR 6-1 190 26 3 Saginaw Valley State ...... 24. . . . . Jarrett .FA- '07 Bush CB 6-0 200 24 3 Utah State ...... 54. . . . Chillar,...... Brandon .W(Car)- '06 ...... LB 13 Colbert, Keary ...... WR19 Eddie Royal WR 5-10 182 22 R Virginia Tech ...... 25 . . . . Ryan.D2- '08Grant RB 6-1 226 25 2 Notre Dame ...... 76. . . . Clifton,...... Chad.T(NYG)- . . .'07 ...... T 96 Crowder, Tim ...... DE20 Marlon McCree S 5-11 204 31 8 Kentucky ...... 26. . . . . Charlie .FA- '08 Peprah S 5-11 203 25 3 Alabama ...... 90. . . . Cole,. . . . . Colin. .W(NYG)- . . . .'06 ...... DT 6 Cutler, Jay ...... QB21 Hamza Abdullah S 6-2 216 25 4 Washington State ...... 27. .PS(TB)- Will Blackmon '05 CB 6-0 206 23 3 Boston College ...... 73 . . . . Colledge, ...... Daryn .D4b- '06 ...... G 31 Dada, Wale ...... CB22 Domonique Foxworth CB 5-11 180 25 4 Maryland ...... 28 . . . .D3b- Kregg '05 Lumpkin RB 5-11 228 24 R Georgia ...... 36. . . . Collins,...... Nick . . . .FA- . . .'08 ...... S 92 Dumervil, Elvis ...... DE23 Andre Hall RB 5-10 212 26 2 South Florida ...... 29. . . . . Tyrone .FA- '06 Culver S 6-1 207 25 3 Fresno State ...... 60 . . . . Considine, ...... D6b-Ryan '06 ...... T 91 Ekuban, Ebenezer ...... DE24 Champ Bailey CB 6-0 192 30 10 Georgia ...... 30. .T(Was)- John '04Kuhn FB 6-0 259 25 3 Shippensburg ...... 62 . . . . Coston, ...... Junius.W(Pit)- .'07 ...... G 26 Jack Williams CB 5-9 185 23 R Kent State ...... 31 . . . .D4b- Al Harris '08 CB 6-1 190 33 11 Texas A&M-Kingsville ...... T(Phi)- '03 60 Engelberger, John ...... DE28 Michael Pittman RB 6-0 225 33 11 Fresno State ...... 32.UFA(TB)- Brandon '08 Jackson RB 5-10 220 22 2 Nebraska ...... 2 . . . Crosby, ...... Mason. . . .D2- .'07 ...... K 61 Erickson, Mitch ...... G31 Wale Dada CB 5-10 201 25 1 Washington State ...... 34. . . . . Vernand .FA- '08 Morency RB 5-10 218 28 4 Oklahoma State ...... 29. . . . Culver,...... Tyrone .T(Hou)- .'06 ...... S 22 Foxworth, Domonique ...... CB32 Dré Bly CB 5-10 188 31 10 North Carolina ...... 35 . .T(Det)- Korey '07 Hall FB 6-0 243 25 2 Boise State ...... 80 . . . . Driver, ...... Donald. . . .D6a- . .'07 ...... WR 65 Gandy, Dylan ...... G33 Marquand Manuel S 6-0 213 29 7 Florida ...... UFA(Car)-36 Nick Collins'08 S 5-11 207 25 4 Bethune-Cookman ...... 88 . . . . Finley, ...... Jermichael . . . .D2a- '05 ...... TE 89 Graham, Daniel ...... TE34 Vickiel Vaughn S 6-0 213 24 2 Arkansas ...... 37. . . . . Aaron .FA- '08 Rouse S 6-4 223 24 2 Virginia Tech ...... 10 . . . . Flynn, ...... Matt . . . .D3b- . . . . '07 ...... QB 52 Green, Louis ...... LB35 Selvin Young RB 5-11 215 24 2 Texas ...... 38 . . . .CFA- Tramon '07 Williams CB 5-11 191 25 2 Louisiana Tech ...... 83. . . . Francies,...... Chris. . .FA- .'06 ...... WR 4 Hackney, Darrell ...... QB36 Josh Barrett S 6-3 225 23 R Arizona State ...... 39 . . . . Ryan.D7- '08Powdrell FB 5-11 260 24 2 Southern California ...... 94. . . . Gbaja-Biamila,...... FA- Kabeer '07 ...... DE 37 Cecil Sapp RB 5-11 236 29 6 Colorado State ...... 40 . . . .CFA- Joe Porter '03 CB 5-10 203 22 1 Rutgers ...... FA- '07 23 Hall, Andre ...... RB38 Anthony Alridge RB 5-9 185 24 R Houston ...... 41 . . . .CFA- Scorpio '08 Babers CB 5-11 194 24 R Sam Houston State ...... 68. . . . Giacomini,...... Breno .FA- '08 ...... T 50 Hamilton, Ben ...... G/C39 Tyrone Poole CB 5-8 190 36 13 Fort Valley State ...... 42. . . . . DeShawn .FA- '08 Wynn RB 5-10 238 24 2 Florida ...... 25 . . . . Grant, ...... Ryan . . . .D7a- . . . '07 ...... RB 74 Harris, Ryan ...... T41 Karl Paymah CB 6-0 195 25 4 Washington State ...... 44 . . . .D3a- Evan Moore'05 TE 6-6 247 23 R Stanford ...... 35. . . . Hall,. . . . . Korey...... FA-. . . .'08 ...... FB 68 Harris, Steven ...... DT42 Ryan Torain RB 6-1 225 22 R Arizona State ...... 45 . . . .D5a- Corey '08 White FB 6-1 239 22 1 Alabama-Birmingham ...... 91. . . . Harrell,...... Justin . . . .FA- . .'07 ...... DT 48 Hillis, Peyton ...... FB43 Roderick Rogers S 6-2 187 23 2 Wisconsin ...... 46 . . . .CFA- J.J. Jansen '07 LS 6-2 256 22 R Notre Dame ...... 31. . . . Harris,...... Al...... FA- . . .'08 ...... CB 70 Holland, Montrae ...... G46 Spencer Larsen FB 6-2 240 24 R Arizona ...... 49 . . . . Joey.D6- Haynos'08 TE 6-8 268 23 R Maryland ...... 53. . . . Havner,...... Spencer . . . .FA- '08 ...... LB 48 Peyton Hillis FB 6-2 250 22 R Arkansas ...... 50 . . . .D7b- A.J. Hawk '08 LB 6-1 248 24 3 Ohio State ...... D1- '06 82 Jackson, Darrell ...... WR50 Ben Hamilton G/C 6-4 290 31 8 Minnesota ...... 51 . . . .D4a- Brady '01 Poppinga LB 6-3 247 28 4 Brigham Young ...... 50 . . . . Hawk, ...... A.J. . . . .D4b- . . . .'05 ...... LB 81 Jackson, Nate ...... TE51 Jamie Winborn LB 5-11 230 29 8 Vanderbilt ...... 52. . . . . Abdul .FA- '07 Hodge LB 6-0 236 25 3 Iowa ...... 49 . . . . Haynos, ...... Joey. . .D3a- . .'06 ...... TE 9 Jacobs, Taylor ...... WR52 Louis Green LB 6-3 237 28 5 Alcorn State ...... 53. . . . . Spencer .FA- '03 Havner LB 6-3 248 25 1 UCLA ...... 23. . . . Herron,...... Noah . . . .FA- . . '06 ...... RB 1 Kern, Brett ...... P53 Niko Koutouvides LB 6-2 238 27 5 Purdue ...... UFA(Sea)-54 Brandon '08 Chillar LB 6-3 243 25 5 UCLA ...... 52. . . . Hodge,...... Abdul. . . . .FA- . .'08 ...... LB 53 Koutouvides, Niko ...... LB55 D.J. Williams LB 6-1 240 26 5 Miami ...... 55 . . . . Desmond.D1- '04 Bishop LB 6-2 238 24 2 California ...... 84 . . . . Humphrey, ...... D6b-Tory '07 ...... TE 73 Kuper, Chris ...... G56 Manuel Padilla LB 6-3 242 25 1 No College ...... 56. . . . . Nick .FA- Barnett'08 LB 6-2 236 27 6 Oregon State ...... 57 . . . . Hunter, ...... Jason . . . .D1- . .'03 ...... DE 46 Larsen, Spencer ...... FB57 Jordan Beck LB 6-2 235 25 4 Cal Poly/SLO ...... 57. . . . . Jason .FA- '07 Hunter DE 6-4 271 24 3 Appalachian State ...... 32. . . . Jackson,...... Brandon . . .FA- '06 ...... RB 58 Nate Webster LB 6-0 232 30 9 Miami ...... UFA(Cin)-58 Danny '06 Lansanah LB 6-1 248 22 R Connecticut ...... FA- '08 83 Leach, Mike ...... TE/LS59 Wesley Woodyard LB 6-1 230 22 R Kentucky ...... 59 . . . .CFA- Tracy '08White LB 6-0 238 27 6 Howard ...... 46. . . . Jansen,...... J.J. . . . .FA- . . .'06 ...... LS 67 Lichtensteiger, Kory ...... C60 John Engelberger DE 6-4 260 31 9 Virginia Tech ...... 60 . . .T(SF)- Ryan '05Considine T 6-4 308 24 R Louisiana Tech ...... 77. . . . Jenkins,...... Cullen. . . .FA- .'08 ...... DE 98 Mallard, Josh ...... DT61 Mitch Erickson G 6-6 290 23 R South Dakota State ...... 61 . . . .CFA- Ryan '08Keenan G 6-4 303 25 1 Northwestern ...... 85. . . . Jennings,...... Greg . .FA- .'08 ...... WR 33 Manuel, Marquand ...... S62 Casey Wiegmann C 6-2 285 35 13 Iowa ...... 62.UFA(KC)- Junius '08 Coston G 6-3 310 24 4 North Carolina A&T ...... 97 . . . . Jolly, . . . . .Johnny . . . . .D5a- . .'05 ...... DT 15 Marshall, Brandon ...... WR63 Dewayne Robertson DT 6-1 308 26 6 Kentucky ...... 63. .T(NYJ)- Scott '08Wells C 6-2 303 27 5 Tennessee ...... 89 . . . . Jones, ...... James. . . . .D7- . .'04 ...... WR 17 Martinez, Glenn ...... WR64 Erik Pears T 6-8 305 26 3 Colorado State ...... 64 . . . .CFA- Brennen '05 Carvalho C 6-1 300 21 R Portland State ...... 74. . . . Kampman,...... Aaron .FA- '08 ...... DE 20 McCree, Marlon ...... S65 Dylan Gandy G 6-3 290 26 4 Texas Tech ...... 65. . . . . Mark .FA- '08Tauscher T 6-3 316 31 9 Wisconsin ...... 61 . . . . Keenan, ...... Ryan. . .D7a- . .'00 ...... G 66 Tom Nalen C 6-3 286 37 15 Boston College ...... 68 . . . .D7c- Breno '94 Giacomini T 6-7 311 22 R Louisville ...... D5- '08 16 McDaniel, Marquay ...... WR67 Kory Lichtensteiger C 6-3 295 23 R Bowling Green ...... 69 . . . .D4a- Orrin '08Thompson T 6-6 320 25 1 Duke ...... 30. . . . Kuhn,...... John...... FA-. . . .'07 ...... FB 99 McKinley, Alvin ...... DT68 Steven Harris DT 6-5 305 24 2 Florida ...... 71 . . . .CFA- Josh Sitton'07 G 6-3 317 22 R Central Florida ...... 58 . . . . Lansanah, ...... Danny.D4b- '08 ...... LB 94 Moss, Jarvis ...... DE69 P.J. Alexander G 6-4 297 29 6 Syracuse ...... 72. . . . . Jason .FA- '07 Spitz G/C 6-3 302 25 3 Louisville ...... 86 . . . . Lee, . . . . Donald...... D3b- . . .'06 ...... TE 85 Mustard, Chad ...... TE70 Montrae Holland G 6-2 322 28 6 Florida State ...... 73.UFA(NO)- Daryn '07 Colledge G 6-4 308 26 3 Boise State ...... 22 . . . . Lee, . . . .Pat ...... D2a- . . . .'06 ...... CB 66 Nalen, Tom ...... C73 Chris Kuper G 6-4 302 25 3 North Dakota ...... 74 . . . . Aaron.D5- '06 Kampman DE 6-4 265 28 7 Iowa ...... 28 . . . . Lumpkin, ...... Kregg .D5a- '02 ...... RB 56 Padilla, Manuel ...... LB74 Ryan Harris T 6-5 300 23 2 Notre Dame ...... 75 . . . . Tony.D3- Moll'07 T 6-5 306 24 3 Nevada ...... 98 . . . . Malone, ...... Alfred. . .D5b- .'06 ...... DT 12 Parker, Samie ...... WR76 Tyler Polumbus T 6-8 310 23 R Colorado ...... 76 . . . .CFA- Chad '08Clifton T 6-5 320 32 9 Tennessee ...... 82 . . . . Martin, ...... Ruvell . . . .D2- . .'00 ...... WR 77 Larry Birdine DE 6-4 270 24 2 Oklahoma ...... 77 .PS(Ten)- Cullen '07 Jenkins DE 6-2 305 27 5 Central Michigan ...... FA- '04 2 Paulescu, Sam ...... P78 Ryan Clady T 6-6 325 21 R Boise State ...... 78 . . . . Allen.D1- '08Barbre G 6-4 305 24 2 Missouri Southern State . . . .75 . . . . Moll, . . . . .Tony ...... D4-. . . .'07 ...... T 41 Paymah, Karl ...... CB79 Marcus Thomas DT 6-3 305 22 2 Florida ...... 79 . . . . Ryan.D4- '07Pickett DT 6-2 330 28 8 Ohio State ...... 96. . . . Montgomery,...... UFA(Stl)- Michael '06 ...... DE 64 Pears, Erik ...... T81 Nate Jackson TE 6-3 235 29 6 Menlo College ...... 80 . . .T(SF)- Donald '03 Driver WR 6-0 194 33 10 Alcorn State ...... 44 . . . . Moore, ...... Evan . . .D7b- . . .'99 ...... TE 90 Peterson, Kenny ...... DT82 Darrell Jackson WR 5-11 210 29 9 Florida ...... 82. . . . . Ruvell .FA- '08 Martin WR 6-4 220 26 3 Saginaw Valley State ...... 34. . . . Morency,...... Vernand. . .FA- '06 ...... RB 84 Pierce, Brett ...... TE83 Mike Leach TE/LS 6-2 240 31 9 William & Mary ...... 83. . . . . Chris .FA- '02Francies WR 6-1 203 26 2 Texas-El Paso ...... 95. . . . Muir,...... Daniel ...... FA- . . .'06 ...... DT 28 Pittman, Michael ...... RB84 Brett Pierce TE 6-5 260 27 3 Stanford ...... 84. . . . . Tory .FA- Humphrey'08 TE 6-2 255 25 3 Central Michigan ...... 87. . . . Nelson,...... Jordy . . . .FA- . .'05 ...... WR 76 Polumbus, Tyler ...... T85 Chad Mustard TE 6-6 277 30 5 North Dakota ...... 85. . . . . Greg .FA- Jennings‘07 WR 5-11 198 24 3 Western Michigan ...... 26 . . . . Peprah, ...... Charlie. . .D2b- .'06 ...... S 87 Lorne Sam WR 6-3 220 23 R Texas-El Paso ...... 86 . . . .CFA- Donald '08 Lee TE 6-4 248 27 6 Mississippi State ...... FA- '05 39 Poole, Tyrone ...... CB88 Tony Scheffler TE 6-5 250 25 3 Western Michigan ...... 87 . . . . Jordy.D2- '06 Nelson WR 6-3 217 23 R Kansas State ...... 79 . . . . Pickett, ...... Ryan . . .D2a- . .'08 ...... DT 5 Prater, Matt ...... K89 Daniel Graham TE 6-3 257 29 7 Colorado ...... 88.UFA(NE)- Jermichael '07 Finley TE 6-5 247 21 R Texas ...... 51 . . . . Poppinga, ...... Brady. .D3- '08 ...... LB 11 Ramsey, Patrick ...... QB90 Kenny Peterson DT 6-3 300 29 6 Ohio State ...... 89. . . . . James .FA- '06 Jones WR 6-1 218 24 2 San Jose State ...... 40 . . . . Porter, ...... Joe. . . .D3a- . . . .'07 ...... CB 63 Robertson, Dewayne ...... DT91 Ebenezer Ekuban DE 6-4 275 32 10 North Carolina ...... 90. . .T(Cle)- Colin '05Cole DT 6-1 330 28 4 Iowa ...... 39. . . . Powdrell,...... Ryan. . .FA- .'04 ...... FB 43 Rogers, Roderick ...... S92 Elvis Dumervil DE 5-11 260 24 3 Louisville ...... 91 . . . .D4b- Justin '06 Harrell DT 6-4 320 24 2 Tennessee ...... 17 . . . . Quinn, ...... Johnny. . . . .D1- .'07 ...... WR 19 Royal, Eddie ...... WR93 Nic Clemons DT 6-6 300 28 2 Georgia ...... 93. . . . . Conrad .FA- '08 Bolston DT 6-3 315 23 1 Maryland ...... 12. . . . . Rodgers, ...... W(Min)- Aaron '07 ...... QB 94 Jarvis Moss DE 6-6 265 24 2 Florida ...... 94 . . . . Kabeer.D1- '07 Gbaja-Biamila DE 6-4 249 30 9 San Diego State ...... FA- '00 10 Russell, Clifford ...... WR95 Paul Carrington DE 6-7 270 25 3 Central Florida ...... 95. . . . . Daniel .FA- '07 Muir DT 6-2 318 24 2 Kent State ...... 37. . . . Rouse,...... Aaron. . . . .FA- . .'07 ...... S 87 Sam, Lorne ...... WR96 Tim Crowder DE 6-4 275 23 2 Texas ...... 96 . . . . Michael.D2- '07 Montgomery DE 6-5 273 25 4 Texas A&M ...... 9 . . . Ryan, . . . . . Jon...... D6a- . . . .'05 ...... P 37 Sapp, Cecil ...... RB97 Boss Bailey LB 6-3 232 28 6 Georgia ...... UFA(Det)-97 Johnny '08 Jolly DT 6-3 320 25 3 Texas A&M ...... 71 . . . . Sitton, ...... Josh. . . .D6a- . . .'06 ...... G 88 Scheffler, Tony ...... TE98 Josh Mallard DT 6-2 265 29 5 Georgia ...... 98. . . . . Alfred .FA- '07 Malone DT 6-4 312 26 1 Troy ...... 6 . . Smith,...... Taj . . . . .FA-. . . .'07 ...... WR 14 Stokley, Brandon ...... WR99 Alvin McKinley DT 6-3 294 30 9 Mississippi State ...... 99.UFA(Cle)- Jeremy '07 Thompson DE 6-4 270 22 R Wake Forest ...... 72 . . . . Spitz, . . . . . Jason. . . . .D4a- . . .'08 ...... G/C 79 Thomas, Marcus ...... DT 16 Swain, Brett ...... WR 42 Torain, Ryan ...... RB 65 Tauscher, Mark ...... T 34 Vaughn, Vickiel ...... S 99 Thompson, Jeremy ...... DE 58 Webster, Nate ...... LB 69 Thompson, Orrin ...... T 62 Wiegmann, Casey ...... C 63 Wells, Scott ...... C 55 Williams, D.J...... LB 45 White, Corey ...... FB 26 Williams, Jack ...... CB 59 White, Tracy ...... LB 51 Winborn, Jamie ...... LB 38 Williams, Tramon ...... CB 59 Woodyard, Wesley ...... LB 21 Woodson, Charles ...... CB 35 Young, Selvin ...... RB 42 Wynn, DeShawn ...... RB

D - Draft choice; UFA - Unrestricted free agent (from); FA - Veteran free agent; PS - Practice squad signee (from); D - Draft choice; UFA - Unrestricted free agent (from); FA - Veteran free agent; PS - Practice squad signee (from); Supp - Supplemental Draft; CFA - College free agent; T; W- Trade- Waivers (from) (from). Supp - Supplemental Draft; CFA - College free agent; T; W- Trade- Waivers (from) (from). HEAD COACH: Mike Shanahan (14th year). ASSISTANT COACHES: Rick Dennison (Offensive HEAD COACH: Mike McCarthy (3rd year). ASSISTANT COACHES: (Asst. Head Coach/Linebackers), Joe Coordinator/Offensive Line), Bob Slowik (Defensive Coordinator), Scott O'Brien (Special Teams Coordinator), Philbin (Offensive Coordinator), (Defensive Coordinator), Mike Stock (Special Teams Steve Watson (Associate Head Coach), Joe Baker (Offensive Assistant), Jeremy Bates (Quarterbacks), Ronnie Coordinator), Rock Gullickson (Strength & Conditioning Coordinator), (Running Backs), James Bradford (Defensive Backs), Jacob Burney (Defensive Line), Keith Burns (Special Teams Asst.), Dwayne Campen (Offensive Line), (Quarterbacks), (Asst. Offensive Line), Mondray Gee (Strength & Conditioning Asst.), Carl Hairston (Defensive Ends), Ty Knott (Offensive Quality Control), Mark Chandler (Assistant Strength & Conditioning), Jedd Fisch (Wide Receivers), Charlie Jackson (Defensive Lovat (Asst. Strength & Conditioning), Ben McAdoo (Tight Ends), Robert Nunn (Defensive Tackles), Jimmy Asst.), Bill Johnson (Defensive Line), Pat McPherson (Tight Ends), Jim Ryan (Linebackers), Greg Saporta Robinson (Wide Receivers), (Secondary), (Asst. Special Teams), Lionel (Asst. Strength & Conditioning), Ryan Slowik (Asst. Defensive Backs), Bobby Turner (Running Backs), Rich Washington ( Defensive Nickel Package/Cornerbacks), Joe Whitt Jr. (Defensive Quality Control). Tuten (Strength & Conditioning).

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Bowlen, Pat — President/CEO p. 3 Shanahan, Mike — Head Coach p. 5 Bates, Jeremy — Quarterbacks p. 11 Slowik, Bob — Defensive Coordinator p. 13 Abdullah, Hamza — S p. 15 Bailey, Boss — LB p. 17 Bailey Brothers p. 18 Bailey, Champ – CB p. 24 Bly, Dre — CB p. 26 Clady, Ryan — T p. 29 Colbert, Keary — WR p. 34 Cutler, Jay – QB p. 36 Dumervil, Elvis — DE p. 40 Graham, Daniel — TE p. 45 Hillis, Peyton — FB p. 47 Jackson, Darrell — WR p. 48 Jackson, Nate — TE p. 50 Kern, Brett/Paulescu, Sam — P p. 54 Koutouvides, Niko — LB p. 56 Larsen, Spencer — LB p. 57 Manuel, Marquand — S p. 60 Marshall, Brandon – WR p. 62 McCree, Marlon — S p. 69 Nalen, Tom — C p. 70 Pittman, Michael — RB p. 71 Polumbus, Tyler — T p. 72 Prater, Matt — K p. 76 Robertson, Dewayne — DT p. 78 Royal, Eddie — WR p. 80 Scheffler, Tony — TE p. 83 Webster, Nate — LB p. 85 Wiegmann, Casey — C p. 87 Williams, D.J. — LB p. 89 Williams, Jack — CB p. 92 Winborn, Jamie — LB p. 94 Young, Selvin – RB p. 96

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woody paige The other day, in a survey of NFL coaches taken by ESPN.com , Bowlen ranked second among "owners Bowlen deserves with the best reputation." He's come quite a distance from Prairie du Chien and a fur piece from being the 40-year-old lofty cred unknown Canadian who showed up one day in Denver.

A chance meeting with, and an off-handed comment By Woody Paige to, Edgar Kaiser at church a quarter of a century ago The Denver Post led to a $78 million investment in the Broncos, a long-term commitment to professional football, Article Last Updated: 07/06/2008 12:17:37 AM MDT Denver and Colorado and a full-time job for Bowlen.

Hercules Louis Dousman and Patrick Dennis Bowlen The former Iron Man triathlon competitor has will be linked forever. become the ongoing Iron Man of the Broncos.

Dousman, a fur trader in the 1800s in Prairie du Even though Bowlen has been criticized, chastised Chien, Wis., became the state's first millionaire. and castigated over coaching and player decisions Bowlen was born in Prairie du Chien and later (his loyalty to Mike Shanahan and his spending on roamed the Broncos sideline in a fur coat, and his free agents who lacked talent or character, or both), football team will be valued this year by Forbes the push for construction of a new stadium (with the Magazine at a billion dollars. majority of the funding from public sources), frequent ticket-price increases, occasional poorly When Broncos training camp begins later this chosen remarks, the Broncos are in a far, far better month, Pat Bowlen will be entering his 25th season place because of Bowlen, his ownership and his as the franchise's owner. stewardship.

The Broncos' next victory will be Bowlen's 251st Who would you rather have — Arizona's Bill Bidwill, (regular- and postseason) since assuming control for instance, or Detroit's William Clay Ford, New on March 23, 1984. How appropriate would a Orleans' Tom Benson, Tennessee's Bud Adams, victory be for Bowlen on Monday night, Sept. 8, at Washington's Dan Snyder, Oakland's Al Davis? Oakland? Among the 31 (of 32) coaches who participated in The Super Bowl will be played in Tampa, Fla., on the questionnaire (and weren't permitted to name Feb. 1, 2009. The same month, Bowlen will turn 65. their owner), five listed the Dan Rooney family in How appropriate would another Super Bowlen Pittsburgh as No. 1, and four had Jerry Jones third. victory be for the AARPatrick Bowlen? Only 11 owners were mentioned. Despite the success of the , owner Bob This one's for Pat! Kraft was not in the top three. Bowlen received 4 1/2 votes.

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The five coaches probably regarded Bowlen so Shanahan as a young assistant. Elway, Reeves and highly because of the Broncos' five Super Bowls (and Shanahan were lucky and fortunate Bowlen was the two championships) during his reign, that loyalty to owner. Shanahan even in weak times (and because he has fired only two coaches), the $18 billion TV package Not everyone loves Patrick. The bar has been set a the league secured with Bowlen as the head of the mile high, and nobody here, especially Bowlen, NFL's broadcasting committee, his willingness to accepts a level, especially low, playing field. Maybe spend money on players and his low-key ownership he's gotten tired of wasting money on dregs Travis approach (generally staying in the background and Henry and Javon Walker and has pulled back, and rarely attending practice or forcing his will on the maybe he's having economic issues. Maybe Bowlen coach, although Bowlen does go into the office and has learned from nearly a decade of mediocrity (with conduct team business most days). the exception of the 2005 appearance in the AFC championship game), and maybe he's getting ready Truth is, Bowlen has been a great owner for the for No. 25, No. 251, No. 3 and No. 65. Broncos, and he has grown into the position over 24 years (and always promises he will never sell the But his numbers up to now have been impressive. franchise in his lifetime). Would you have preferred Bowlen will be considered one day for the Pro Kaiser, or the man who wanted so badly to own the Football Hall of Fame. team, the late Marvin Davis? Or the Monforts? The old fur trader would be proud of the old fur The Broncos, under Bowlen, have won 12 or more wearer. games — 17 once — in nine seasons and averaged 10.417 victories over 24 years. Although all of us Woody Paige: 303-954-1095 or are grumbling about the 16-16 mark of 2006-07, [email protected] only one playoff victory (over the Patriots) since John Elway retired and the costly free-agent mistakes, the Broncos are 84-65 in the post-Elway period. There have been just four losing seasons (1990, 1994, 1999 and 2007) with Bowlen in charge.

Twenty-four teams would beg for the accomplishments of the Broncos in 24 seasons with Mr. B. Two Super Bowl championships, five AFC trophies, 13 playoff seasons, 26 postseason games, eight division titles, first in home attendance for the 24 seasons.

Bowlen was lucky Kaiser pulled off a trade for Elway, and the owner is fortunate that he inherited Dan Reeves as coach. Reeves took the Broncos to three Super Bowls — and hired future head coach

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woody paige you have a Terrell Davis and a great turnover ratio — we were plus-12 in those playoffs — and one of the best defenses in the league. I look at it Super career so far collectively. We went to three Super Bowls when I was an assistant, and without John Elway, we don't get to any. Now, we got embarrassed in those Super Bowls, and everybody blames John, but if he didn't By Woody Paige make the amazing plays he did all season, we're The Denver Post never there.

Article Launched: 07/28/2008 12:30:00 AM MDT Q: Because you had won a Super Bowl with San Francisco before you came back here as the head In 15 years as an NFL head coach (he was fired by coach, did that make a significant difference for you? the Raiders four games into the 1989 season), Mike You turned down the opportunity to coach the Shanahan has won 146 regular-season and Broncos two years earlier. postseason games, including two Super Bowls. A: Best decision I ever made, because that franchise If Shanahan, who will be 56 on Aug. 24, coaches (the 49ers) had won for a number of years, and until he is 65 and continues to average 9.7 victories when I looked at how they did the draft, how they a year, he would be No. 5 on the all-time list of just handled the Super Bowl, the overall career victories — behind Don Shula, George Halas, organization, it blew me away. It was such a great Tom Landry and Curly Lambeau — and a cinch first- experience with the 49ers, who won five Super ballot Hall of Fame coach upon retirement. Bowls, and the confidence level that they had in all areas. Between being with the 49ers and what I got If Shanahan continues the 16-16 pace of the past from Dan (Reeves), who brought a lot from the great two seasons, he may not be in the Super Bowl again Cowboys teams, I took so much. And even the short or the coach in Denver for 10 more years. time I was with Al (Davis), his mind-set and how he was a maverick and the way he handled personnel This is part two of a conversation with Shanahan on and they had won Super Bowls, you take the pluses the eve of his 20th training camp with the Broncos: from that, too.

Q: You've heard the remarks that you haven't won a Q: Twice you left Denver and returned. Did you Super Bowl without John Elway? Is that an albatross need the time away to be where you are? for you? A: What I needed was to come back here after San A: When I first came here it was an albatross for Francisco. The 49ers guaranteed me the head John. John never won a playoff game without coaching job if I would stay. I thought at that time I Shanahan (as an assistant or head coach). We finally needed to go win where nobody's won (the Super did it in the third and fourth year, and everybody Bowl), do something that hadn't been done before in was pretty happy. The bottom line is John went 14 Denver. years without winning the Super Bowl. In winning the two Super Bowls, it not only took John Elway, but Q: People don't realize you have a wry sense of

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humor and that you're privately a very different wasn't changed? person. Is that by design? A: No, I'd done it before. I'd tell my linebacker to A: I keep a lot inside. When they asked Kyle wait until the last instant. There was just more (Shanahan, his son, the Texans' first- year offensive emphasis on this one because it was the first time I'd coordinator) if his dad ever laughs, he answered done it since they implemented the rule that coaches that his friends had more fun with his dad than all can call timeout, and the guy makes the first, then the other dads. When that (assessment) comes from misses the second one. my son, it means something. . . . Nobody expects me to be funny. Q: Are you still learning?

Q: Do you accept that impression? A: What I do in the offseason is study other teams, especially what other teams are doing new and A: I'm OK with it. . . . Being head coach can be one different that works. If you just sit idly by and do of the loneliest jobs in the world. what you've always done, and you don't keep abreast, there's no way you'll survive. Q: Are you still evolving as a coach? Q: Do you have an iPod? What are you listening to? A: No difference as far as the time spent. I'm still an early guy. I want to leave by 10 o'clock every night A: My son gave me one with all my favorite songs, because I want an hour and a half to relax before I and I've used it on vacation. I used it on vacation (in go to bed, and I sleep five hours and get back at it. Mexico recently). I've got about 11,000 songs on it. The one thing that I have done is become more All the oldies, a little bit of everything. I like Shania organized every year. . . . As time goes on, you Twain. concentrate more on making sure everybody's on top of their game. Q: Final question. The house?

Q: When did it come to you last year to call the The coach smiled and was off to the camptown famous timeout (in overtime against Oakland)? races.

A: It was kind of a gut. I could see that (Sebastian) Woody Paige: 303-954-1095 or Janikowski was so wired. He looked so focused, and [email protected] I said, "Oh, man, I got to do something," and I told the official standing right by me that I was going to call a timeout just when the center stops looking at the kicker and puts his head down. The official did it at just the right time, right before the snap. Then I thought, "What if he (Janikowski) misses (the first one)?"

Q: Many other pro and college coaches began doing the timeout deal. Were you surprised the rule

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woody paige was on sabbatical for 20 games with the Raiders and, later, three years with the San Francisco 49ers. Affable Shanahan On the eve of Shanahan's 14th season as the head coach of the Broncos (the longest coaching run in Denver professional sports history), I had a long still a driven man conversation with the complicated man.

Q: Mike, you returned last week from vacation. Did you read a book? By Woody Paige The Denver Post A: "No. Well, yeah, I did, and you're going to think this is crazy. I read through both my offensive and Article Launched: 07/26/2008 12:30:00 AM MDT defensive playbooks. I spent about an hour every day going through them." Mike Shanahan is capability within inimitability inside manipulability enclosed by imperturbability, Q: Would you give your playbooks a good review? wrapped in an enigma. (They're as thick as "War and Peace.") Did you shorten them this offseason? As Winston Churchill might say. A: "As a coach, you need your plays to be automatic Shanahan, 55, was a 20-year-old quarterback at to you, like a quarterback. When you've been away Eastern Illinois when he suffered a freak injury in the from it for a while, you go over everything, so spring game of his junior season. He lost a kidney, there's no hesitation in a game. You can't take a lost his playing career and nearly lost his life. month or a vacation off." Shanahan was thrust into coaching prematurely as a student assistant at his college, while he earned Q: After apprenticing as a young coordinator at bachelor and master's degrees. three schools, you were on a fast track to becoming a college head coach. How did you get to Denver? He joined the University of Oklahoma staff in 1975. He loved the thrill of coaching and got the first of a A: "I always knew I was going to coach football, but, hand (and thumb) full of rings. The Sooners won the starting out, I didn't think about pro football. It was national championship. all college, but after four years at Florida, here are a couple of pro coaches that wanted to interview me. I Shanahan is beginning his 25th season in the NFL thought it would give me a great opportunity to and 35th overall as a coach. As an assistant and a coach football 24 hours a day and not have to go head coach, he has been to the playoffs 15 times, recruit. I talked to (Philadelphia coach) Marion conference championship games 10 times and the Campbell, and I spent about 12 hours on the board Super Bowl six times. He owns three world (diagramming plays). Lide Huggins (a Broncos championship rings. assistant) told me Dan (Reeves) was looking for a receivers coach, possibly a quarterback coach. The He has coached with the Broncos in 20 seasons. He next week I came to Denver to interview with Dan.

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We had breakfast, and it was the complete opposite more desire to get back there and do it again." from Philadelphia. I drew up one play. That was it. I got an offer from Philadelphia, and Dan called me Q: Do you ever think, "I'm going to do this for after the Super Bowl and said he wanted to hire me. another 10 years and finish my career in Denver"? The reason I came to Denver was because I eventually would have a chance to coach the A: "I want to keep on coaching for a long, long time. quarterback (John Elway)." I enjoy coaching. I like the competition. I enjoy the grind, the work. I have fun doing it. I have four Q: What's your most vivid memory of that first years left on my contract. And I want Pat (Bowlen) to Broncos camp in 1984? be totally happy with me. The way he'll be totally happy with me is for us to win Super Bowls." A: "The thing that stood out was we didn't talk a lot of football that offseason. I drove to Greeley with Q: Despite your incredible accomplishments in 24 Dan, and we discussed some things, but nothing years, a Super Bowl, on the average, every four specific about the playbook. We went 10 days early years, you still don't seem satisfied. to coach the rookies. That's back when there were 145 guys on the depth chart. For 10 days I coached A: "Doesn't matter what you did in the past. I love rookies (receivers), and not one made the team. putting a team together, especially when you have a That's the big difference between then and today young group of players you have confidence in, like because we have 80 players at this camp, and we've this year, and you're re-energized. If everything falls already had 17 (offseason) workouts. In 1984, guys together, and you don't have a lot of injuries, you came to camp to get into football shape and learn have a chance to get to the big one, and that's why the playbook. Now everybody's already in great I'm here." condition and has a good idea of what we're going to do." Q: You put intense internal pressure on yourself. How does the external pressure affect you? Q: Your most frustrating loss? A: "As you get older, the pressure comes from A: "I was really frustrated that we didn't take within. I'm accustomed to the criticism. It comes with advantage of the situation (in 2005) when we beat the job. The coaches who worry about what people the Patriots and lost to Pittsburgh (in the AFC title say about them are pretty insecure." game at home). I thought if we got to the Super Bowl, we would have won it." Q: Have you have been as hard on yourself this offseason as you've ever been? Q: You didn't take the University of Florida job several years ago. Is there an itch to coach A: "Yes. Sometimes you have to look at yourself somewhere else, and in college ball? objectively and say you've got to make some changes, and maybe you should have done it A: "This is where I want to spend the rest of my life. earlier. If you hire or sign somebody and realize I don't think I could ever go back to the collegiate you've made a mistake, you ask yourself why you level. What interests me is once you've accomplished didn't anticipate it before it happened, why didn't the goal of winning the Super Bowl, there's even you ask the right questions, what didn't you go

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through thoroughly enough. I ask myself quite a bit why I made the mistakes I did and how can I eliminate them. You can't be afraid of making tough decisions. You're doing a disservice to the organization if you don't correct mistakes. You're judged on your won-loss record."

Q: Your most redeeming quality as a coach?

A: "My biggest strength is how important it is to me to win and for me to put a quality team on the football field, and have everybody in Denver saying, 'He's doing a heck of a job,' and they're proud of this organization."

Q: Does it bother you that a percentage of people want to get rid of you as the coach?

A: "When your goal is to win 12-13 games and go to the Super Bowl, and you have a couple of years like we've had, when you win nine and seven games and don't go to the playoffs, I can understand the question marks. You question yourself. I'm tougher on myself, but I know people wonder. That doesn't take away my thought process that we will win big again. A couple of years ago we started off winning five in a row, and we end up 9-7. There's different reasons for it, but the bottom line is to make sure it doesn't happen this season."

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August 19, 2008 Quarterbacks coach has helped Cutler improve his play

By FRANK SCHWAB THE GAZETTE

ENGLEWOOD • Maybe Jay Cutler was poised to have a breakout season no matter who was coaching him.

Cutler feels healthy, unlike last year when he was struggling with undiagnosed diabetes. He looks confident in his third year, which has been a trend for quarterbacks since Mike Shanahan has been Denver’s coach. In their third seasons under Shanahan, John Elway won his first Super Bowl, Brian Griese went to the Pro Bowl and Jake Plummer had a career year that ended in the AFC Championship Game.

So perhaps quarterbacks coach Jeremy Bates, whose role in the offense is closer to a coordinator than position coach, has had little to do with Cutler’s fantastic start. That’s what he will tell you.

“Give him all the credit,” Bates said. “He’s the one that wants to come out here and get better.”

Bates, whose responsibilities increased this offseason when assistant head coach/offense Mike Heimerdinger left Denver to run Tennessee’s offense, also wouldn’t bite when asked about his contribution to the starting offense, which has 305 yards in about three quarters.

“It starts with the whole coaching staff,” Bates said. “They work their tail off. Had a good offseason of studying other teams, studying ourselves and putting together a plan. And it’s a bunch of players working every day. It’s a group effort.”

Even if he doesn’t want to take credit, Bates has had a positive impact.

“He’s mastered the game plan,” Cutler said. “He has a great feel for defenses. He’s been with a lot of different systems, so he has a good feel of what we are trying to do. He has a good feel for just game plans in general. He is flexible, and that’s what I like most about him. If I have an idea I ask him about it and talk to him about it. And if he likes it and we can agree on it, we will put it in.”

Cutler also joked about what happens when he and Bates don’t agree.

There have also been times the two leave the practice field exchanging heated words. That’s all part of their relationship, Cutler said.

“He’s an intense guy, he’s fiery, he has an intense passion for the game and it shows in the meeting room and on the field,” Cutler said. “We bump heads a little bit, but that is to be expected. A couple hours later or the next day, we are back in the grind.”

Bates and Cutler have been on the same page during the two preseason games. Cutler has completed 24 of 30 passes. That came after Cutler looked good during 2 of 2 training camp. Bates said Cutler has made the natural progression for a quarterback in his third season.

“He’s mastering the offense and taking complete control,” Bates said. “And he’s working every day, which is exciting when a guy wants to get better every day.”

Bates will play a major role in play-calling this season, and Cutler said he has been impressed this preseason.

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Slowik eases into Broncos' hot seat Assistant will serve as Denver's third defensive boss in three years

Associated Press Monday, July 28, 2008

ENGLEWOOD -- The hot seat? Sure. His comfort zone? You bet.

Bob Slowik is settling in as Denver's third defensive boss in three years under coach Mike Shanahan and he doesn't have the time or the gumption to give his job security a second thought.

"It's kind of like players. You don't tell them every day, 'Hey, if you don't start making plays or you're not getting the job done, you're not going to be here.' It's the NFL. They know that. Coaches know the same thing," Slowik said.

"But that's the last thing from my mind," he said. "I go to sleep at night and feel good."

After all, Slowik wasn't sure if he'd ever have the chance to build a defense again after his last gig didn't go so well in Green Bay in 2004.

He left the Packers after one forgettable season in charge of a defense that allowed a franchise record 37 touchdown passes and managed a measly eight interceptions.

"I kind of thought, hey, that might have been my last opportunity," Slowik said. "So, I'm very fortunate."

Slowik, who also served as defensive coordinator in Cleveland in 1999 and in Chicago from 1993-98, landed in Denver in 2005 coaching the defensive backs and tutoring perennial Pro Bowlers Champ Bailey and John Lynch.

Last year, Slowik was promoted to defensive coordinator/secondary coach, but it was Jim Bates who built the defense and called the plays. After a miserable start, though, the Broncos ditched Bates' big linemen scheme, opting for more agile athletes and putting eight men in the box, hallmarks of Slowik's philosophies.The hybrid scheme helped some, but the Broncos, shuffling their lineup and tenets, finished near the bottom of the league in rush defense and yards allowed and missed the playoffs for the second straight season.

As Larry Coyer did the year before, Bates paid the price. He refused a demotion to linebackers coach and left the team. He was replaced by Slowik, 54.

Cornerback Dre' Bly said Slowik brings a different feel to both the classroom and the football field.

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"Coach is a great teacher. And not to knock Bates or anything, but Slow makes sure everything is understood and everything is in detail," Bly said. "I think the guys respond well to Slowik, there's no laughing and joking in our meetings, it's all business. It's all teaching."

Players appreciate Slowik's respectful style, which they say was a big reason the Broncos pass defense allowed the seventh-fewest yards per game last year.

"He doesn't really yell at you or curse at you. When he's coaching you it's constructive criticism," cornerback Karl Paymah said. "He goes straight to the point, it's not him trying to put you down or demean you or make you look dumb in front of anyone else or try to prove a point. He brought the best out of the DBs and it's really going to carry on to the rest of the defense."

Shanahan thinks so.

"I've known Bob well over 20 years. He's a heck of a coach, one of the most knowledgeable people that I've been around and he's doing a heck of a job," Shanahan said.

Despite integrating some of his ideas in a futile attempt to save the season last year, Slowik said this scheme doesn't bear any resemblance to last year's.

"Zero. New terminology, new techniques," he said.

"Basically, he's simplified it," Paymah said. "You don't want to be out there week to week changing the scheme up because guys will get confused. You can't be out there thinking, you've got to be reacting."

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Pro football Abdullah climbs to safety 24-year-old leading candidate for starting job

Associated Press Wednesday, July 30, 2008

ENGLEWOOD -- Denver Broncos safety Hamza Abdullah jogged out for special teams practice the other day and began stretching, just like he typically does.

Then special teams coordinator Scott O'Brien located him, came over and told him to go on home. His services weren't needed.

The 24-year-old wasn't in trouble, though.

Nope, this was a reward.

He's getting his special teams work chopped in half this season as he's currently the leading candidate for the starting strong safety spot.

Abdullah's putting his extra time to good use -- studying a compilation compact disc he's made of the elite safeties in the league. He watches the moves of Indy's Bob Sanders, the positioning of Pittsburgh's . He also analyzes footage of Cleveland's Sean Jones and St. Louis' O.J. Atogwe, even the late of Washington.

"I think he was going to be the best ever," Abdullah said of Taylor, who died of massive blood loss after he was shot at his Miami-area home during a botched robbery last November. "He was that type of guy."

Abdullah doesn't need video to view of one of his favorites, though, getting tips every day in practice from nine-time Pro Bowler John Lynch, who's been the starter at free safety so far in training camp.

While some might argue the 36-year-old has lost a stepor two, Abdullah certainly hasn't noticed a change.

"He's John Lynch. He's so smart," Abdullah said Tuesday. "Nobody said he's going to run a 4.2 (40-yard dash). He's going to be in great position and he's not going to miss tackles."

That's the kind of consistency Abdullah is aiming for.

"I think of myself as an up-and-coming guy trying to work as hard as I can to be the best I can be," Abdullah said.

The 6-foot-2, 218-pound Abdullah is usually one of the first on the field every day for practice, a carry- over from his days in Tampa Bay when he was trying to make a good impression. The Buccaneers

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drafted him in the seventh round out of Washington State in 2005, only to place him on their practice squad, where Denver eventually plucked him up.

He was a special teams maven in 2006 for Denver, before getting his break last season, taking over for Nick Ferguson. He finished with 48 tackles and seven pass deflections.

Abdullah is trying to lock down the starting spot, but he's being pushed by veterans Marlon McCree and Marquand Manuel. McCree started every game for San Diego last season.

"It's great to get fresh blood in here," Abdullah said. "This league is built on competition and peer pressure. I love those guys. They push me."

Not as much as he pushes himself. In addition to studying different safeties around the league, he also glances at film of his own play.

Not the highlights, though, but the low moments.

He calls them missed opportunities, like when he jumped a route against Minnesota in the season finale last season, only to drop the ball because his hands were turned the wrong way.

Or the time he misjudged a pass at Kansas City, the ball hitting his shoulder pad and landing in the arms of teammate Karl Paymah. In that same game, he had another pass tip off his hands and carom right to Dre' Bly for an interception.

"Those are two plays that should've been interceptions (for me)," Abdullah said through a smile that features braces. "That's the difference between being a good safety to being a great safety. There's that fine line."

He did have some memorable games, such as leading the secondary with eight tackles against Tennessee and forcing a fumble at Chicago.

Still, Abdullah prefers not to reflect on those.

"The second you start patting yourself on the back, that's when things go downhill," Abdullah said. "You start to feel too comfortable, you feel like you can't be replaced, you feel like you can't be beat. These young guys are hungry, just like the older veterans."

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Older brother should bring out best in Boss

By Mike Klis The Denver Post Article Last Updated: 07/20/2008 01:50:36 AM MDT

ORANGE PARK, Fla. — If father knows best, the Broncos will be pleased.

Roland Bailey Sr. thinks it's best for all concerned that Boss Bailey will be playing alongside his older brother Champ, formally if not formerly known as Roland Bailey Jr., on the Broncos' defense.

"I think Boss will play better, play harder," Roland Sr. said about his youngest son. "He won't want to let Champ down."

Boss Bailey agrees with his father about the positive influence he will draw by often lining up just a few feet away from his older brother on the left side of the Broncos' defense. Champ plays left cornerback, and Boss, as a strongside linebacker, will often line up off the tight end on the left side.

"Absolutely, I think having Champ as a teammate will elevate my game a lot," Boss said, "because he tries to be great in everything he does. And as the people down there might have told you, we're kind of joined at the hip. So, I plan on raising my game by being around him."

Left on his own, Boss Bailey wasn't bad. He was a four-year starter with the , playing at a high enough level to draw a five-year, $17.5 million contract from the Broncos on the free-agent market.

The Broncos didn't sign Boss to appease Champ, although there is wisdom in a team taking care of its best player. Boss is primarily with the team because the Broncos play in a division — the AFC West — that features two of the game's premier tight ends in San Diego's Antonio Gates and Kansas City's Tony Gonzalez.

"Boss is good in pass coverage," Roland Sr. said. "Looked like that's where they were lacking last year. They were always getting beat by the tight end. Boss has good foot speed."

In Champ's younger days, when he was at the and early in his NFL career with the Washington Redskins, he often would deflect praise by telling people his younger brother was a better athlete, would become a better player.

For a couple of reasons, it didn't turn out that way. First, Champ was selling himself short. Boss may not be a better player than Champ, but who is? Second, whatever chance Boss had of surpassing his brother, his knees wouldn't let him. He blew out his knee in his senior year in high school, sophomore year in college and second year in the NFL.

"That's the thing, when I talk about Boss and give him all that praise, it's because he's been through more than I have," Champ said. "He's been through a lot, but he's always bouncing back. I give him a lot of credit for that. A lot of guys, they'll falter, they can't come back. As long as healthy, he's one of the best out there." Georgia on their minds - The Denver Post Page 1 of 6

broncos - the bailey brothers were five boys, all shirtless, not an ounce of fat anywhere. There were smiles during horseplay, although there were hints the game was but a few Georgia on their minutes shy of serious. Girls were approaching from both sides of the road, oblivious to the boys, intent minds on conversation. The nearby yards were covered with green grass, toys and bikes, randomly scattered outside tiny houses set on cement blocks, a foundation necessity By Mike Klis in the southern Georgia swampland. The Denver Post "This area here is where the boys grew up," said Article Last Updated: 07/20/2008 09:18:53 AM MDT Elaine Bailey, who was serving as a tour guide from the passenger seat in the white rental car with the convertible black top. "This is pretty much where they hung out."

The new kids on the block seemed to know how good they had it. It wasn't that long ago, back in the day of Champ and Boss Bailey, this street was dirt, not blacktopped.

"Any way to get dirty, that's pretty much what we laine Bailey with footballs that her did," Champ Bailey said. "That pretty much was all three sons, on, hamp, and Boss there was to do." Bailey earned while playing at the niversity of eorgia. (Jake oth pecial to the Post) If there is a lesson Folkston kids received from the Bailey brothers, who grew up to become well- compensated defensive starters for the Broncos, it's that a child doesn't need much to have plenty.

Colorado's kids should come here and see the FOLKSTON, Ga. — There wasn't much room for it, narrow, sandy quagmire that passes for the varsity and there were the usual signs of neglect. track at Charlton County High School. No net. A rusted backboard. Bent rim. Nevertheless, "Hey, we won a state championship (practicing) on the transportable basketball hoop had become a that track," Champ said. magnet for neighborhood activities. It was around suppertime, between downpours on a midsummer "What I tell people about Folkston is, if you blink day, and the air was sweating. you'll miss it," Boss Bailey said. "And that while Folkston is a small town, a real small town, it's Moving within a 10-foot radius of the ironed circle

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foremost a football town." whatever.

Approximately 2,200 people have She picked Quick Chic, where the golden shine on settled here near the Okefenokee Swamp, yet like the the fried chicken means more to the Bailey brothers than all those football artifacts in Mom's Georgia Bulldog-red room.

"Man, I'm

Post Poll - NFL brother combos Which is the best NFL brother combo?

CB Champ Bailey, Broncos, and LB Boss Bailey, Broncos

TE Shannon Sharpe, TE, Broncos, and WR Sterling Sharpe, Packers

QB Peyton Manning, Colts, and QB , Giants

RB Tiki Barber, Giants, and CB Ronde Barber, Buccaneers

WR , miracle of the loaves and fish near Bethsaida, the powerhouse football program built by Rich hamp Bailey at eorgia. (Jack oth McWhorter will draw 3,000 to 4,000 for a Friday pecial to The Denver Post) night game.

Home cooking telling you, every time we come home, we go to that Folkston is a town of 23 churches and — Lord help place," Champ said. "You can't get better chicken its visitors — no bars. Main Street could also be anywhere else." called Only Street for all the storefronts or eating establishments located elsewhere. A $10 bill goes a Folkston could not stop the inevitability of long way. Elaine Bailey was told she could pick any McDonald's, Burger King and Sonic settling on its restaurant, her guest would treat. Steak, lobster, small strip of U.S. 1, which in turn required a third

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stoplight to handle it all. But this is still a place that years. This season, he will be joined by his younger can be toured in 45 minutes, if only the tourists but much bigger brother Boss, a strongside could be pulled away from train-watching at the linebacker who received the Broncos' largest Folkston Funnel. offseason contract at $17.5 million over five years.

"I don't know if we're so much growing as we're The Baileys will become the Broncos' first brother reshaping a little bit," said McWhorter, who 20 years combination to start on the same side of the ball ago transplanted here from central Illinois. "But still, since Doug and Dave Widell shared the offensive the joke around here is if you want a hamburger or line for eight games from 1990-92. you want a pizza, you have to go to a gas station to get it. The best pizza in town is at a Champ has already been to eight Pro Bowls and has been widely considered the league's most complete defensive back the past three seasons. Nothing has moved him, though, more than the anticipation of playing on the same team with his younger brother and best friend.

"It's a significant part of my career," Champ said. "It's something I didn't think would ever happen until Boss was going into his contract year. I asked Coach (Mike) Shanahan about it and he said, 'Well, let's wait until next year.' He couldn't talk to him. We talked about it in the offseason, and I'm just glad we could get it done because it means a lot to me that he's on my team."

Parental influence

Roland and Elaine Bailey may have split up 15 years ago, but they are forever united through their children. Schedule-toting Elaine likes her day to go a certain way. Easy-going Roland will take it any old way. Elaine pauses to consider before she speaks. Boss Bailey (Jake oth pecial to The Roland accompanies conversation with an easy Denver Post ) laugh.

Elaine paid attention to how her guest took Diet gas station." Coke with his chicken one night so when she ordered pizza the next, a two-liter bottle was ready From these humble roots sprouted a uniquely to pour. Later that night, Roland Sr. and his wife, talented football family. Champ Bailey, the all-world Lawanda, decided rather than give directions from cornerback, has been with the Broncos going on five their Orange Park, Fla., home, they would make a

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45-minute drive to escort their guest to his hotel there was all this talk about, 'the next level, the next parking lot. level.' It started with Ron."

They just don't make people like that. One that got away

"You lose your parents being together when there's The Baileys' story has its parallels to the Mannings'. a divorce, but you don't really lose anybody," Champ Besides the famous Manning quarterbacks, Peyton said. "I think the hardest part was trying to get and Eli, older brother Cooper also was a terrific comfortable with where we were living. But other football player whose career was cut short in college than them not being together, everything went fine by a neck injury. because we had so much support from the rest of our family." Broncos fans will follow every move of Champ and Boss, but older brother Ron was a two-year starting Elaine never played sports and, far as she knows, cornerback at Georgia before his career ended with there wasn't much athletic prowess on her side of a foot injury while representing the Tampa Bay the family. Then again, Champ has such a strong Buccaneers in NFL Europe. physical resemblance to Elaine's father, John Atwater, there's reason to suspect there was Here in Folkston, it's not just Champ and Boss. The considerable untapped athleticism in her lineage. people don't talk about the Baileys' football prowess without also mentioning Ron. Roland Sr. is a large man who played running back and linebacker — a cross between Champ and Boss "They were all good kids," said Larry Allen, who — and was a sprinter at Charlton County High, coached all three Bailey boys when they were 11 and where he graduated in 1972. But he's the first to 12 years old and now owns a hardware store located admit he wasn't near the athlete his boys became. — where else? — on Main Street. "They were all good students. And they were all super athletes. For a Think of those world-class athletes who had kids small town like Folkston, you don't run across that and as it turned out, it was Roland Sr. and Elaine type of family. Ron and Boss had to work for Bailey who produced the freakish football talents of everything they got. And Champ, God blessed him in Ron, Champ and Boss. ways he doesn't bless many people. In his two seasons, I think he scored like 92 touchdowns." "Yeah, I think about that," Roland said. "I think about that all the time. And our daughter (Danielle) Bringing it back controls all of them." Champ and Boss don't get back as much as they'd Said Elaine: "When I think back to when they were in like, but they never miss Easter. This year, the three high school, I could only see my children going to Bailey brothers and a cousin hosted a three-day college, getting a degree and just become a party. Good Friday was for friends and relatives who businessman, a businesswoman in the working gathered at the two-story brick home Champ bought world. But I never told any of my sons that you all for his mother. Saturday night was a semi-formal, are going to the NFL. I just looked at college being sit-down dinner at a large tent set up just outside the stopping point. But then the next thing I know, town. It was open to all of Folkston and the

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surrounding area. More than 300 showed up for the degree. free food, free drink and free live music. About Boss Easter Sunday, word got around. Close to a thousand showed up for the all-day party. •Born Rodney Bailey in Hopkinsville, Ky.

"I was out there for their Easter party," said Henry •Nicknamed "Boss" because it was nickname of Minchey, who was happy to learn he lives in the grandfather's favorite uncle. same upstairs, three-bedroom apartment the four Bailey children once shared with their mother during •The third of three Bailey quarterbacks at Charlton Champ's high school years. "Seemed like the same County High School. He was a sophomore who old Champ and Boss to me." replaced Champ at QB midseason. Champ moved to running back. Boss was also the team's punter. The Bailey boys say they probably won't ever move back to Folkston, but Mom isn't going anywhere, so •A few classes short of getting his sociology they'll always go back. degree.

"It was a great town to grow up in," Boss said. •He and wife, Amber, have three children. His son "Everybody knew each other and took care of each Khalil, who was born with a heart condition that has other. I wouldn't want to move back there, but it will required two surgeries, recently hit a home run in a always be home." state championship Little League tournament.

Mike Klis: 303-954-1055 or mklis@denverpost. Meet the rest of the Bailey family com It took a family to help Champ and Boss Bailey get to About Champ the NFL and the Broncos' defense. A closer look at the Baileys from Folkston, Ga.: •Born Roland Bailey Jr. in Fort Campbell, Ky. Parents •An energetic child, Mom nicknamed him "Champ" when he was about 2. Roland Sr. and Elaine Bailey. Both grew up in Folkston and became high school sweethearts. Dad •Perhaps the best student among the Baileys, he spent nine years in the Army, where he was was placed in the Charlton County gifted program stationed in California, South Korea, Kentucky and from the time he was in fifth grade. Germany before tiring of moving his family around and deciding to return to Folkston. He spent 13 •While Ron and Boss redshirted and spent five years working the graveyard shift as a mail handler, years at Georgia, Champ was there for only three making the 45-minute commute each day to a years, starting as a true freshman and entering the Jacksonville, Fla., post office. Elaine Bailey worked NFL draft after his junior year. several years as a funeral home attendant and for a local seafood establishment. They have four •A few classes shy of earning his psychology children — Ronald, 33; Danielle, 32; Roland Jr.

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(Champ), 30; and Rodney (Boss), 28.

Ronald

Born in Waycross, Ga., near Folkston. Graduated from Georgia with a degree in consumer economics. Currently a graphic artist living with his family in Atlanta. A quarterback, defensive back and kicker in high school, Ron was the first of the Baileys to become a Bulldog defensive player. "I'm a big believer in leading by example, and Ron is who I learned that from," Champ said. "You have a lot of people who talk it. There were a lot of vocal people in high school who were better athletes than Ron but they didn't make it past high school. He was a perfect example of what you should or should not do. He made it to the next level. He has a great job now. He was definitely a positive influence other than my parents."

Danielle

Born in San Luis Obispo, Calif. Graduated from Valdosta State University with a degree in sociology. She and her family live in Stockbridge, Ga. She organized the Bailey Brothers Football Camp, held July 11-12 in Duluth, Ga.

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Broncos' Bailey in secondary school Cornerback studies lapse last season, plans to improve

By Jeff Legwold

Wednesday, June 11, 2008

The numbers are a waterfall, a raging, swirling cascade of temple-rubbing badness.

Yes, in 2007, the Broncos ranked 30th in the league in rushing defense, 31st defending scoring plays inside their 20-yard line and 28th in points allowed.

It's a total that added up to a 7-9 finish, a playoff miss and a smattering of NFL scouts who said the team struggled so much on defense that even cornerback Champ Bailey wasn't the same.

"Well, one thing about being on a bad defense, everybody looks bad," Bailey said Tuesday. "No matter how great you are, if we don't cover in the secondary, the front four is not going to get sacks, and if they don't get sacks - get pressure - we're not going to get any picks.

"It all goes hand in hand. And we didn't get our hands on enough of any of it."

The result: Assistant head coach/defense Jim Bates decided to leave the team instead of being reassigned to coaching linebackers after previously calling the defensive signals, and the Broncos have spent the offseason installing Bob Slowik's defense.

And for Bailey, who always is sifting through the details as he studies opponents and himself, that has meant also trying to sort out how it all went so wrong.

"I think we were just confused," Bailey said. "We were just so inconsistent. At times, we'd see good stuff, do some good things and all of a sudden, we'd look like the worst team in the NFL. You know you can't win games like that.

"We were so successful before last year. We're kind of going back to that. . . . Things are not as complicated, we know what our responsibilities are and it's really helped us. We can concentrate on execution instead of just thinking about where we're supposed to be."

Bailey will cross the double-figure mark on his career timeline as he enters his 10th season in the league. He has been selected to eight consecutive Pro Bowls - with one more, he will tie Hall of Famer Mike Haynes for most by a cornerback in league history - and his 24 interceptions during the past four seasons lead all players.

"I just always looked up to him and make my game the way his is," Broncos rookie cornerback Jack Williams said. "He studies and he has talent like that. You try to do a lot of the little things he does, but a lot of the stuff is instinct. You can try to see what he sees, but you really can't duplicate what he does."

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While Bailey always casts a discerning eye on the defense, he saves his harshest critiques for his own play. And this offseason has meant looking at why he went from eight interceptions in 2005 to 10 in 2006 to three last season.

His 10 interceptions in 2006 tied for the league lead despite the fact he said he had only 35 passes directed at him.

"So, yeah, I know people pick and choose when to challenge me, but that was true in (2006) and I still had 10 picks, and it was true (in 2005)," Bailey said. "So I try to figure out what the problems were. I can't say I have full responsibility for what happened, but at the same time, I don't like to point fingers at anybody and I need to do what I can to make it better.

"And I know I can do better. I mean, I had three picks; I have to make a lot more plays than that."

Bailey said he likes the vibe after the change in the defensive scheme and that, for the first time since he was at the University of Georgia, he is a teammate with one of his brothers.

Boss Bailey, a linebacker and Champ's younger brother, signed with the Broncos during the offseason and is working as the team's starting strong-side linebacker.

"It's special to see him every day, to do things together again, all the time, like we've been doing our whole lives until we got to the NFL," Champ Bailey said. "I just feel like it can all be better this year. Last year, we had so much talent - potential - it was definitely frustrating. Nothing we did seemed to pan out for us as far as winning games.

"Hopefully, we change that."

ETC.: Former Louisiana State punter Patrick Fisher was on the field Wednesday. Fisher hasn't been signed by the Broncos but is in for a two-day tryout. He will practice today as well. . . . Defensive tackle Dewayne Robertson didn't practice and isn't expected to practice today. Robertson has had knee troubles in the past. . . . Defensive tackle Nic Clemons left a pass-rushing drill after tweaking his right knee.

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Broncos glad to have Bly in their corner 'Most competitive guy on this team' ready for encore

By Jeff Legwold

Sunday, August 3, 2008

He is the surprise answer to a rather basic question. The one that asks: Who, exactly, led the Broncos in interceptions in 2007?

Was it Champ Bailey, all-everything cornerback ?

Uh, no.

"You know when you finish the year, there's always some plays you want back, and I had that, too, it's just everybody saw the ones I want back on national TV," Broncos cornerback Dre Bly said. "But I thought I had a pretty good year front to back, and I think I can have a better one in this defense."

Yes, it was Bly, with five interceptions, who led the Broncos last season. It was his first year with the team after the Broncos had surrendered two starters heading for backup roles -- running back Tatum Bell and tackle George Foster -- as well as a swap of picks in the 2007 draft.

Yes, it was Bly who then was awarded a five-year, $33 million contract by the Broncos to be the guy on the toasty seat in the Denver secondary.

Because when it comes to throwing the ball against the Broncos secondary, most teams follow but one commandment: Thou shalt not throw against Champ Bailey, unless it is really necessary or you simply have made a mistake.

"And anybody who is opposite a Hall of Fame corner is always going to feel pressure," Broncos coach Mike Shanahan said. "Quarterbacks are going to go away from Champ, and Dre's always going to get more shots. That comes with the territory. Some guys embrace it; a guy like Dre, I believe, embraces it, and he has to."

"One thing about Dre, he is probably the most competitive guy on this team," Bailey said. "He probably just knew he was going to get some action when he came here, probably more than any other time in his career. We talked about it a lot. But he looks forward to that, he relishes that opportunity."

Falling short

That he does, Bly agreed, but he also knows in and among the team's defensive struggles in 2007 -- assistant head coach/defense Jim Bates was replaced by Bob Slowik because of them -- were the lofty expectations Bly would give the Broncos a matched set of Pro Bowl lockdown cornerbacks immediately

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upon his arrival.

A pair that simply would reel in the interceptions, interceptions that never really came as predicted, even as the Broncos surrendered a bulky 25 passing touchdowns -- none replayed more than the 82-yard missile launch Brett Favre made to Greg Jennings, over Bly, in a Packers overtime win on Monday Night Football in October.

"Overall, there are always going to be some things you do wrong, or you don't do as well," Bly said. "And I know there were some touchdowns I was responsible for that I haven't given up in the past, but being in the system and the scheme that we were using, the play was made.

"We just gave up too many passing touchdowns. But people don't see what goes on in the trenches, or what doesn't work, they see what goes on in the back end. And a passing touchdown is an easy way, a fast way to score points and everybody sees it."

Bly said he and Bailey were under orders last season to "just play over the top" which basically means drop deep, don't let any receivers behind you and cover inside out, from the middle of the field toward the sideline.

All while the defense often struggled to consistently rush the passer and to consistently defend the run.

"It was basically give up the outs, and the shorter stuff, just don't get beat deep, but pretty much this year we'll mix in some things," Bly said. "But our first priority is to dominate the run. We were bad in the run last year; that's our main focus, that's what we've been emphasizing and I just think -- we're involved, too, at corner -- that we know if we're going to the playoffs, we have to deal with the run a lot better than we did last year."

Bly said he believes the Broncos defense, under Slowik, will rush the passer with more regularity. Getting Dewayne Robertson will help, Bly said.

The cornerback also believes Denver has spent much of the offseason and a big part of training camp reasserting a commitment to run defense.

"(Slowik) wants everybody involved in that, and that means me and Champ, too," Bly said. "I just think quarterbacks are going to have a harder time settling in back there if the offense can't run the ball every time they want to."

Better with age?

Having turned 31 in May, Bly also now teams with Bailey to form a rarity in defensive circles. They are entering their 10th season at a position where youthful speed often, and usually, trumps experience.

Bly said he believes he has maintained most of the speed that made him a second-round pick in the 1999 draft, but he also saves steps these days.

"I can read offenses and I can read plays so much better than I could in my first three, four years in the league," Bly said. "I'm not getting any faster, I'm not getting quicker -- I don't feel like I've lost anything, but I ain't getting anymore to add on, either -- so you have to improve your awareness, because it can give you an extra step."

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Bly also said he is far more cognizant of his maintaining flexibility now that he has crossed into 30- something territory, bringing in a physical therapist he used in St. Louis a few times a year to work through a stretching routine, as well as running more and lifting weights less in his workouts.

"I know routes, I know releases," Bly said. "Having great awareness in a lot of situations can carry you a long way.

"People say I guess and this and that, well . . . I tell people if I guess, I need to go to damn Vegas because I'm a great guesser, because maybe I'm not guessing since I've been intercepting balls my whole life.

"It ain't like I've been exposed my whole life back there. I intercepted the ball in high school, and nobody in college intercepted more balls than I did (at North Carolina, where he set the Atlantic Coast Conference record with 20). I intercept it in the NFL. I know I can get the ball, and I'm going to show it again this year."

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High bar set for Broncos' Clady Boise State rookie's focus on early impact for Broncos

By Lee Rasizer

Thursday, August 7, 2008

Thanks a lot, Joe Thomas.

All you did for the Cleveland Browns last season as their No. 1 pick is start 16 games at left tackle, help transform their offense to eighth overall in yardage, finish second in voting for the NFL's offensive rookie of the year and make the Pro Bowl.

So, Ryan Clady, there's your bar. Get in there and try not to disappoint for the Broncos as a rookie first- rounder, OK?

"He made it look real easy," Clady said with a laugh recently. "So there are a lot of expectations in the first round coming in to make an immediate impact."

It isn't always such a seamless transition, especially protecting the quarterback's blind side.

Robert Gallery, D'Brickashaw Ferguson, Kenyatta Walker and all came in with lofty reputations and produced less-than-desired results, especially immediately, as first-round picks.

There's so much to learn and so little time.

* Memorizing the playbook and quickly distinguishing play calls that might only have slight variations in terminology.

* Learning techniques taught by the new offensive line coach.

* Combating the knowledge base of veterans while having only a few months of pro experience.

* Catching up with the speed of the game and of pro life.

Most of all, it's using abundant talent in the best way possible until experience takes hold, while not letting the low moments drag you down.

"I think you just have to have the mentality that you're going to make some mistakes and have real tough skin because the coaches are going to be yelling at you and trying to get you on the right path," said Clady, selected 12th overall out of Boise State and one of a record six offensive tackles picked in the first round in April.

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"You're not going to come in and completely dominate. Joe Thomas did well. But it wasn't lights-out craziness. So you have to come in with the mentality that, every day, you're going to get better."

But make no mistake, the most diligent of film study and on-field preparation won't insulate Clady from having his eventual "welcome to the NFL" moment.

Like it or not, that's coming.

'In rookie awe'

For Joe Staley, that instant came right after 1 o'clock Eastern time on Oct. 21.

The 28th overall pick in the 2007 draft by the San Francisco 49ers, Staley had reached the bye week relatively unscathed before heading to the Meadowlands to face the and a head-to- head meeting with perennial Pro Bowl defensive end Michael Strahan.

It was the same Michael Strahan that Staley had put on a pedestal as a youth.

At halftime and with 3 1/2 sacks allowed, Staley wasn't liking Strahan quite as much.

"I got caught up in, 'Oh, my God, it's Michael Strahan,' " said Staley, who also yielded a sack to Giants lineman Justin Tuck in that game. "In my head, I was kind of in rookie awe and played really passive. He beat me pretty bad in the first half. But I came back saying, 'I don't care who this guy is, I'm going to play my game.' And I went out and shut him out in the second half.

"But I feel like I needed that game to raise my level of play," Staley said. "I learned so much from that game. And, from that point on, I gave up one sack the rest of the year."

Levi Brown, the No. 5 pick in the 2007 draft by the Arizona Cardinals and the first tackle taken after Thomas, was lulled to sleep in a different fashion.

Having already played Seattle earlier in the season, Brown thought he was prepared for his December rematch with Patrick Kearney.

"I gave up three sacks," Brown said. "During the game, I was like, 'Man, I can't stop him.' And the first time we played them, I didn't give up any sacks at all, so I was like, 'What happened? Am I coming out of my stance slower or something like that?'

"And later, watching film, it was just little things. It was like I was lackadaisical, not punching and things like that. I didn't attack him."

Like Staley, Brown learned from his mistakes.

The Cardinals revised their thinking, too, giving their rookie tackle more help after that game by aligning a tight end on his side and chipping defensive ends with running backs.

"I just had to let it go," Brown said. "After the game, maybe the plane ride back, maybe I dwelled on it. But that was it."

The NFL schedule continues to roll along,regardless.

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"You have to have the mentality that it's not going to affect your confidence level," Staley said. "A lot of players start playing bad or having a bad practice, and they start turning that into two bad practices and then a whole week of them. Then it's a bad game, and the confidence level goes down and has to be built back up."

If either player has friendly advice to Clady, it's honing in on the mental aspects of the game to allow the game to slow down.

"There's that transition of going from basically knowing 10 plays going into a game in college to knowing a 500-page playbook," Staley said.

That process begins in organized training activities, but after the Broncos broke minicamp in June, Clady had only his offseason notes on which to rely because the team collects the playbooks before reissuing them in training camp.

Once two-a-days begin, multiple daily meetings serve as more than a refresher course. But it's also the beginning of more complicated defenses, and rookies have to assimilate the information quickly on the field.

There's continual teaching of technical aspects, too, where, if you're not sharp with footwork within the first few steps, the results can be disastrous because of the speed of opposing linemen.

"The first thing is trusting the technique they've been taught because it's going to be different than college and uncomfortable for them," said veteran offensive line coach George Warhop, who has tutored lines in St. Louis, Arizona, Dallas and now San Francisco during the past 12 years.

"What happens is, they won't have as much success early as later on, and the tendency is to want to go back to the way they used to do it. But once they trust the different technique, progress comes a little faster."

The daily grind of competition can be overwhelming for rookie tackles.

"These guys are used to being the best player on the field. And now they're facing players who know how to take advantage of their mistakes, and it's a source of frustration," Warhop said. "It's up to us, as coaches, to get them through that."

Time to learn

The Broncos normally have afforded their homegrown, first- year offensive linemen a waiting period to get accustomed to the synchronization skills necessary in their zone blocking system.

Ben Hamilton and Chris Kuper each went without an offensive snap as rookies. Ryan Harris played sparingly. Even the last No. 1 tackle drafted, the since-departed George Foster, made his lone appearance in Year 1 in the regular-season finale.

Clady was unaware of that historical backdrop, which makes his task "a little more challenging." But he also feels as if he was drafted to play immediately.

"I think I'm up to it," he said.

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Matt Lepsis, the Broncos' starting left tackle from 2004 to 2007 until his retirement in January, said Clady will need to get used to firing out quicker on the snap.

But the toughest adjustment in Lepsis' view, figures to be cutting off the back side in the running game. The two concepts are intertwined.

"A lot of teams have these gigantic guys and just tell them to get to a spot. If there's somebody in that area, block him," Lepsis said. "But the Broncos kind of ask you to be very athletic and run down the line to cut off a defensive tackle."

Lepsis predicted the Broncos initially will give help to Clady in the passing game, but he also knows coach Mike Shanahan wants as many receivers downfield as possible without needing to use extra players to block.

The terminology also figures to be challenging.

"The thing he really has going for him is he's got Tom Nalen at center, who makes all the calls on the lines. He's not going to have to make any calls with Tom there," Lepsis said. "He'll learn it, eventually, but in the beginning, he'll rely on Tom and Ben (Hamilton), who have been doing it forever and know their stuff in their sleep. They'll help him out."

And once Clady learns the scheme, he'll have an advantage because the Broncos running game doesn't stray much from its base concepts.

Stretch right. Stretch left.

Though the Broncos system is more complex, many of the elements Clady ran at Boise State are similar, with outside and inside zone schemes.

The rookie got a further jump-start by studying the system on tape in the offseason and watching individual tape of players, ranging from Seattle's Walter Jones to San Diego's Marcus McNeill and Thomas.

"Clady's so capable, it's almost unbelievable," Broncos second-year tackle Ryan Harris said. "He's really been on top of his game. I mean, he probably gets the least coaching because I think he needs it the least. He knows what he's doing and always has great effort. That's a great kid. It's like he almost practiced before we came out here because he's always doing the right things and, in meetings, he knows all the answers."

So much for the notion that a low Wonderlic score might be a signal Clady wouldn't assimilate well to the pro game.

Clady has explained that a pectoral injury during the weight-lifting portion at the combine got him sidetracked come quiz time.

"I tell you what, whenever a defensive end asks you a logic question, we'll start worrying about the Wonderlic test," Harris said.

Focus on technique

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Truth be told, Thomas never was as settled as he might have seemed.

Cleveland's Pro Bowl rookie had an adjustment period - just like everyone else.

"I think, if you ever get in a comfort zone on the offensive line, that's when you are going to get beat," Thomas said. "I think for me, it took a couple games in the regular season - finding out, 'Boy, I can block these guys' - before I felt confident to go out there and play."

The best advice Thomas received last season: Don't listen to what others say about you, good or bad.

And follow technique tips to the letter.

"Every little thing that you do, players are so good and study so much, they know what you are going to do before you do it, based upon presnap alignment, formation and how your stance is,"

Thomas said. "If you study the game, you are going to be able to help pick up on those things, too."

Physically, Clady must get stronger, particularly in the upper body, and guard against the bull rush. He has already demonstrated mobility to contest speed rushers.

His long arms, footwork and agility are his chief weapons entering Denver's first preseason game Saturday in Houston.

And, like training camp, he's fine if you don't notice him, which is actually a huge compliment.

"I just want to get on the field, learn the plays, start all the games and play consistently. That's all I'm trying to do," Clady said of embarking on his first season. "I don't have to be all-rookie team and all that."

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Broncos' Colbert eager to make the most of his fresh start

By Jeff Legwold

Thursday, June 12, 2008

An NFL spring is always about fresh starts and changes in the scenery.

For Broncos receiver Keary Colbert, it's about a new jersey, a new city, a new team and new possibilities. About replacing disappointment with what he believes will come in the days and months ahead.

"That's how life is sometimes," Colbert said Thursday. "You've got to take each lesson in football and apply it to life. Everything is not always going to go the way you plan it to go or want it go, but what do you do?

"How do you respond? How do you come back? How do you fight?"

And when the Broncos surveyed what free agency had to offer in March, when they made their list and checked it innumerable times, Colbert ended up being the first to get the check mark next to his name.

Despite struggling to live up to what the Carolina Panthers had expected for much of his four seasons there, Colbert was the first player from elsewhere the Broncos signed on the dotted line.

"Regardless if I was the first guy or the last guy they signed, everybody's responsibility is the same," Colbert said.

"You're supposed to come in here and make plays, compete and help the team get better. But I was ready to get to a new place, a new opportunity. I had a good time in Carolina, but my time was up. I was anxious and excited to move on."

"I just go by what I see," Broncos coach Mike Shanahan said. "(Colbert) plays hard, I liked him coming out (of the University of Southern California in the 2004 draft), and I think we've shown over the years a guy can be productive in a new place."

And when it's pointed out the Broncos raised a few eyebrows around the league when they signed Colbert to a three-year, $7.2 million deal, even though he did not make a touchdown catch the past two seasons, Shanahan usually, and quickly, points out Ed McCaffrey had been released and Rod Smith was an undrafted player before they piled up 1,000-yard seasons in the Broncos offense.

"That's what you look at," Shanahan said. "What a guy can do in your offense, what kind of offense he was in. . . . You look at the whole situation, then you make your decisions."

Colbert, who turned 26 on May 21, certainly has age and potential still on his side. The former second-round

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pick also left USC as the school's all-time receptions leader, and when he caught 47 passes for 754 yards and five touchdowns as a rookie, many believed milestone seasons wouldn't be far behind.

But Colbert never reached that level again with the Panthers as he dealt with injuries and bounced in and out of the Panthers' starting lineup.

In the past three seasons, he totaled only 62 receptions for 670 yards and two touchdowns.

"It just didn't happen there, but that doesn't mean it will never happen," Colbert said. "It just means I have to continue to work, to get better, to compete. That stuff will come.

"And if it doesn't come, then maybe God has another plan. Sometimes those personal goals, the numbers, can be a little overrated in the big scheme of things because, really, everybody's goal should be to go to a Super Bowl and win. And that's always my goal - that hasn't changed."

Because of Brandon Marshall's right forearm injury, Colbert has spent much of his on-field work the past month with Darrell Jackson as the top two receivers in the Broncos' starting offense.

Thursday, Colbert caught a touchdown pass in team drills, and he has looked comfortable catching the ball the past two weeks.

"It's about winning," Colbert said. "I was careful about where I wanted to sign because you want to go to a good place where you can contribute to something. This is the place for me; I'm excited about what could happen."

NEW DT TAKING IT SLOW

Defensive tackle Dewayne Robertson, who has had knee problems in his career, was held out of the past two days of practice as a precaution, coach Mike Shanahan said Thursday.

"He doesn't have an issue; more prevention than anything else," Shanahan said. "Wanted him to get a little work but didn't want to overdo him. He hasn't been able to work out the way we'd like to put him through a whole camp."

Shanahan said Robertson is expected to go through conditioning workouts when the team returns after a week off and is expected to be ready for training camp.

FIRST PICK IN FOLD

The Broncos signed the first of their draft picks, safety Josh Barrett.

Barrett, the 220th player drafted overall, will be paid $295,000 in the upcoming season on a three-year deal.

LYNCH 'WOBBLY' AFTER FIRST HIT

Safety John Lynch briefly left the workout after taking a hit on the bridge of his nose. He later returned.

"I thought it was broken, but it isn't. I was just a little wobbly for a little bit," he said.

MARSHALL PROGRESSING

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By Adam Schein Adam Schein hosts the Sirius Blitz on Sirius NFL Radio from 11-3 ET. He also co-hosts Loudmouths on Sports Net New York every weeknight at 6 ET. He is a weekly columnist and files weekly video reports and makes NFL picks "video style" for FOXSports.com. Email Adam here.

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If you are looking for a player to take a gigantic jump this season, look no further than Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler.

When you chronicle Cutler's last 365 days, you understand why he is ready to put up Pro Bowl numbers and carry the flawed Broncos into the playoffs.

Over the last year, Cutler's dealt with fatigue and weight loss, the fear of the unknown followed by the eventual diagnosis of type 1 diabetes.

While dealing with personal adversity, he's also asserted himself as the leader of the Broncos going into his third season.

Plus, the gunslinger with the Sandy Koufax fastball has added Greg Maddux-like accuracy to his game during training camp and the preseason games.

The AFC better be on notice.

Let's first examine his health.

Last year was scary for Cutler.

Here's a well-conditioned professional quarterback who was dropping pounds at an alarming rate. It wasn't until the 2007 season was in the books that he received a diagnosis.

"When I first found out, I was relieved, Cutler explained. "I was wondering what was wrong with me for 5-6 months, trying to figure out what was wrong with me as I was losing weight. Thankfully it is treatable and we can move on. Everything went through my mind. I was dead-tired before games, so tired I didn't even feel like playing. That's odd. I love football. I love my job. I was just so worn down."

He's talked to Wade Wilson, who played quarterback with the same condition. Cutler's studied other professional athletes who have played at a high level with diabetes. He is convinced, and the Broncos are convinced, that it won't be an issue.

This past offseason was also interesting for Cutler in his growth as the team leader. He had to deal with his top receiver — the supremely talented Brandon Marshall — once again getting into trouble off the field. Marshall cut his hand when it went through a television screen. I was one of the media members he lied to, saying he slipped on a McDonald's wrapper (whatever that means). And he lied initially to his teammates and coaching staff. He would need surgery and miss the offseason program and valuable time to work with Cutler. This was hurting the ball club.

Cutler and the Broncos simply had enough. The team had already parted ways with Travis Henry and Javon Walker, who didn't follow along with Mike Shanahan's plan.

Cutler stepped forward and challenged Marshall to be more responsible. Cutler's response drew raves in the locker room, ranging from future Hall of Fame cornerback Champ Bailey to future Hall of Fame coach Mike Shanahan.

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"I talked to Brandon before the news conference took place," Cutler said. "I told him everything that I was going to say. I told him exactly how I felt and how the team perceived the entire situation. You only get so many chances in this league and Brandon was running out of them. It was time for him to step up and help the team, help himself and be a professional. And he understood that. It was something that had to be done. It wasn't OK. He was hurting the team and he understood that."

Marshall took the comments to heart, and hasn't acted out since Cutler spoke publicly.

"Brandon Marshall is my No. 1 guy," Cutler added. "I believe in him. I support him. I am doing everything possible to help him along. So is the entire team. Here's the thing people need to understand. Brandon Marshall is not a bad guy. He's been in some bad situations but he's not a bad guy. He understands right and wrong. I think the future is bright for him. The off field issues are a thing of the past for him.

Marshall was suspended two games by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell for multiple violations of the league's code of conduct policy.

Even with a player with Pro Bowl potential missing from the lineup in two division games to start the season (Oakland and San Diego), Cutler's super confident.

It starts with his growth in Year 3.

"You just have a better feel for everything," he said. "You have a better feel for the playbook, for your teammates, for coach Shanahan. You have a better feel for defenses. You know where weak points are. You know where to go with the ball. Our offensive line looks great. It's my third year with Brandon Marshall. We have a great rhythm. Eddie Royal has been a great addition. Everything is going really well."

Cutler raved about Royal's knowledge, quickness and hands, and thinks he will step up in Marshall's absence. Royal, who played at Virginia Tech under Frank Beamer, is ahead of the rookie curve and Cutler says he'll be an opening-day starter. Tight end Tony Scheffler is close to 100 percent healthy and will catch more than 60 passes and 10 touchdowns this year. Darrell Jackson was a nice, solid veteran addition for Cutler. And the quarterback couldn't stop gushing about the progress of neophyte left tackle Ryan Clady, saying "I haven't had a left tackle like this guy since I've been here."

Plus, Cutler says it is a blessing to go against Bailey and Dre Bly every day in practice. It only makes him better facing these elite corners.

Cutler gets the message. This is going to be his season. It is something he embraces.

"I know it is out there. It is what the expectations are when you are a first-round quarterback going into your third year," he said. "People want you to be the player they drafted you to be. It's the year you are supposed to come into your own. I hear it but I can't worry about it. I just need to be on top of my game and study and do my job."

Cutler's the best quarterback in Denver since John Elway. He doesn't think too much about the comparisons.

"I don't. When I first got here I did," he said. "It was all you heard about. It's settled down a bit. You hear about it every once in a while. But it isn't something I concern myself with."

You never want to go bonkers in the preseason, but on the heels of all the above, Cutler led the Broncos to points on six of his 10 drives this August. He tossed three touchdowns and ran one inhimself, didn't throw a pick and started the Dallas preseason game 12-for-12.

He's been tested physically and mentally.

Jay Cutler's now ready for takeoff.

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Denver Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler received more than 500 e-mails and letters following his April diagnosis with Type 1 diabetes.

Most of the encouragement came from kids between 8 and 15 who play sports with the serious but manageable disease.

One young fan's reassurance tempered by experience left Cutler smiling.

"One kid wrote an e-mail that said, 'Don't worry, you'll get your courage back,' " Cutler says. "A lot of kids get diagnosed each day who are under 8. I can't imagine their parents having to wake their 3-year-old up three times a night to prick their finger to check their blood sugar level.

"When I get things settled, I want to do something to help raise awareness, especially with kids."

He's already a role model — to teammates.

TABLE: Mike Shanahan and third-year quarterbacks

The 25-year-old quarterback appears to be unaware of all the eyes on him during last week's four-day quarterback camp.

Eight-time Pro Bowl cornerback Champ Bailey says Cutler's business-as-usual demeanor in coping with an illness that threatens 21 million Americans is paying unexpected dividends.

Wearing a wireless, small iPod-sized insulin pump during practices to regulate his blood sugar, teammates praise Cutler for his mental toughness.

They acknowledge that it's hard to sit out while Cutler is monitored before, during and after workouts by a trainer.

The Broncos are taking their cue from the third-year gunslinger who appears stronger and more mature despite life-altering news.

"Guys look at Jay and the way he's handled things and their problems don't seem half as bad," Bailey says. "I'm amazed at the way he's handled it. I thought he'd be freaking out right now. But he hasn't shown one sign of emotion.

"He hasn't missed a workout. Jay's a natural leader. He gets it."

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The former Vanderbilt quarterback is encouraged after learning how to control the illness responsible for 35 pounds mysteriously melting off his 6-3, 238-pound frame late last season.

Cutler has regained the weight, his energy and fastball.

"There's a lot worse things," he says. "It's manageable, something I'll be fine with.

"I'm excited just knowing I'm going to be a better quarterback this year. I had a good four days, making all the throws I was making early in my college career.

"Last year, I'd watch video the day after a game and say, 'I know I could make that throw.' But some deep balls floated."

He threw to former Vanderbilt teammate Earl Bennett during Bennett's March pro day. His zip was lacking. He was always tired.

Then on April 16, as part of his physical for the strength and conditioning program, he got the blood test that showed his glucose level was four times the normal level.

With Type 1 diabetes, the pancreas stops producing insulin required to metabolize sugar from food and convert it into glucose the body uses for energy.

He has a personal chef prepare low-carbohydrate meals. He also has a key sounding board.

His former Vandy quarterback coach Jimmy Kiser, 50, is a Type 1 diabetic since age 29.

"One day he was able to splurge and had a Snickers bar and Jay said, 'God, that tasted good,' " Kiser laughs. "The very day he learned his diagnosis, he bought some books and wasn't feeling sorry for himself. He's attacking diabetes head on.

"He's going to be a heck of a role model."

The third season is typically a growth-spurt year for Mike Shanahan-coached quarterbacks. Cutler has 29 touchdown passes in 21 starts since replacing Jake Plummer the last five games of 2006.

Cutler started 16 games last season and had 20 touchdowns with 14 interceptions, throwing for 3,497 yards despite fading to "Skin and bones," as business manager Marty Garafalo says.

Cutler won't be the first NFL quarterback to play with the disease. Wade Wilson, the Dallas Cowboys quarterbacks coach, was diagnosed in his fifth NFL season and went on to play 14 more.

The son of a teacher embraces an educator's role.

"Diabetes in general is getting out of control," Cutler says. "There's not enough information out there.

"It'll be easy for me to spread knowledge to help."

QBs IN THIRD SEASON UNDER MIKE SHANAHAN Team Year Position Team QB (Yr.) Playoffs Notes Rec.

Off. Wayne 1982 Florida 8-3 Bluebonnet Bowl (L) School-record 70.7 completion percentage Coord. Peace (3rd)

Off. John Elway 1986 Denver 11-5 Super Bowl XXI (L) First Pro Bowl selection, ninth in NFL in passing yards (3,485) Coord. (3rd)

Off. John Elway AFC Championship 1991 Denver 12-4 Pro Bowl, eighth in NFL in passing yards (3,253) Coord. (3rd) Game (L)

Off. San Steve Young Super Bowl XXIX 1994 13-3 NFL MVP, Super Bowl MVP, Pro Bowl, first in NFL in passer rating (112.8) Coord. Francisco (3rd) (W)

Head John Elway Super Bowl XXXII Pro Bowl, fourth in NFL in TD passes (career-high 27), sixth in NFL in

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Elvis Dumervil is a factor at defensive end despite his small stature.

By BRANDON HOPPER THE PUEBLO CHIEFTAIN

ENGLEWOOD - Players in the National Football League spend all week studying their opponent. They find their opponent’s strengths and weaknesses. They find their tendencies.

Sometimes they look to see if they have a height or weight advantage over the man they’ll be lining up against.

When a big offensive lineman looks at the Denver Broncos’ depth chart and sees that he’ll be lining up across from Elvis Dumervil, listed at 5-foot-11 inches, he might give a slight smile. It’s a common misconception that a small guy should be easy for a big offensive lineman to block.

The third-year defensive end isn’t surprised by his opponents’ excitement to face him.

“They see it on paper. They read my size and my measurables,” Dumervil said at training camp. “They’re a big 6-6 guy looking at the depth chart going against a guy that’s 5-11, 260 pounds, I’d be excited, too.” Dumervil saw limited playing time during his rookie season, never starting. During the time he did get though, he thinks he might have been slightly undervalued by his opponents. He still managed to finish the season with 8 sacks.

“They might have underestimated me my first year, but my second year I got it all,” Dumervil said. “This year will be even worse. I’ll be prepared though.”

Last year, in his second season in the league, Dumervil solidified himself as a starter for the Broncos. He finished his second season with 12 sacks, tied for sixth in the NFL.

Although NFL scouts and teams found his size as a weakness in the NFL combine and draft, Dumervil doesn’t see it that way. He has learned to use his small stature as an 2 of 3

asset against his much taller opponents.

“My size is crucial,” Dumervil said. “I get some leverage against some of the bigger guys, so it’s beneficial for me.”

Leverage isn’t what you might think a small, fast defensive end would rely on. Rather than go through his opponent, going around them seems like the smarter idea. Dumervil doesn’t think of himself as having that style of game though.

A lot of people compare Dumervil to Indianapolis Colts' defensive end . While the seven-year veteran for the Colts has the same frame as the Broncos third-year player, the similarities stop there, according to Dumervil.

“We're built alike, but I think we’re totally different players,” Dumervil said. “He’s more of a finesse rusher. I like to bull-rush my opponent. I like to use power. My game is not all finesse and speed. It’s a mixture.”

Dumervil said he doesn’t think about his size as much of a factor. He’s heard it his whole life. He does however know that his size is the reason he dropped so low in the 2006 NFL Draft.

After tying the NCAA single-season sack record with 20 during his senior season at Louisville, teams seemed frightened to take a chance on Dumervil in the draft. Every team had a chance to take him, but passed. He fell all the way to the second day of the draft and the fourth round before Mike Shanahan and the Broncos decided to take a shot at him.

“I think about it every time I step on the field,” Dumervil said. “I’m blessed that I got drafted. At the time I was upset, but look at me now. I’m still bitter over it though.”

Dumervil has set one personal goal for himself this year. He knows that if he can achieve that goal, he’ll help the Broncos to a successful season.

“I want to be the most disruptive defensive player in the game,” Dumervil said. “I just want to dominate. Everything. Well-rounded. I want to make our defense in the top 10 in every major category. If I can do that, I can assure you I’ll be in the top 3 of 3

five in the NFL in sacks.”

Dumervil said “everything” included pass deflections, sacks, more total tackles, getting off blocks and getting pressure on the quarterback.

Last year, Dumervil had five pass deflections, tied for the fourth most in the league.

Some thought of him as more of a pass-rusher than an all-around defensive player. Last year he only had 39 total tackles. The five players that had the same amount or more sacks than Dumervil averaged 61 total tackles.

If the 5-11 giant is able to propel the Denver defense that struggled last year allowing 25 points per game into the top 10 in every major category, Broncos fans might once again have a reason to cheer in January. With 'brick' on shoulder, Dumervil pounds QBs for Broncos - USATODAY.com Page 1 of 2

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Denver Broncos defensive end Elvis Dumervil has heard it before and heard it repeated over and over.

At 5-11, not tall enough to play defensive end. At 260 pounds, not big enough to take on offensive linemen.

Turns out, player personnel staffs were measuring the wrong part of Dumervil's game.

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"Everybody wants to measure him by his height," Broncos defensive line coach Bill Johnson said. "He has the qualities of what it takes to be a good pass rusher — long arms, big hands, quick feet."

"And he's strong," Broncos coach Mike Shanahan added.

Then, there are immeasurable qualities: will, desire, heart.

"I'm a guy who loves the game," Dumervil said. "I don't take anybody lightly. A lot of guys underestimate people. Not me. Any guy from a sixth, seventh rounder, a free agent, first rounder, I approach them the same way — that he's a Pro Bowler. But I think I can outwork the guy in front of me.

"I actually have a natural knack of wanting to kill quarterbacks. That's what I love to do."

If that wasn't apparent at Miami Jackson High when he compiled 60 sacks during his junior and senior seasons and if that wasn't apparent at Louisville after he had 20 sacks and an NCAA-record 10 forced fumbles in his senior season, it is apparent now after two seasons in the NFL.

Last season, Dumervil led the Broncos with 12½ sacks, tied for sixth best in the NFL. It was the highest sack total for a Bronco since 1999. In the past two seasons, just five players have accumulated more sacks than Dumervil's 21.

"I take pass rushing personally," Dumervil said. "You want to beat that guy in front of you. It's an all-out conscious effort. Sacks don't come easy. When you do get them, you really appreciate them."

Dumervil also forced four fumbles, two of which were returned for touchdowns. "There's no better feeling than getting a sack and a forced fumble," he said.

Every team passed on Dumervil in the 2006 draft, and the Broncos selected him the fourth round. He uses that as motivation. Dumervil doesn't just play with a chip on his shoulder: "I play with a brick on it," he said.

He looked to another undersized pass rusher, former Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Derrick Thomas, for inspiration. Dumervil also wants to learn more about defensive end Fred Dean. Though Dean, who will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday, was 6-3, he was considered small at 230 pounds.

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Heading into his third season, Dumervil is poised for another strong year, Johnson and Shanahan said.

"When you look at his production, it ain't a flash in the pan," Johnson said. "He's been consistent since the day he started playing. That's tangible evidence that this guy is a quality football player."

Said Shanahan: "He'll be one of the top defensive ends this year. I'll be surprised if he's not in that 15-sack range. You can tell he enjoys playing the game. It's one of the reasons why I think he'll have a heck of a year."

Another reason the Broncos are excited for Dumervil is the 24-year-old's improvement with the mental part of the game. Pairing his physical gifts with a deeper understanding of X's and O's should increase his effectiveness.

"He doesn't start playing the play when the ball snaps. He is playing the play once the huddle breaks," Johnson said. "His professionalism has grown. He's out there leading the pack. He's practicing with a lot of energy."

Dumervil displayed that intensity during drills against the offensive line in practice Monday. Dumervil beat his man and started running his mouth. Veteran center Tom Nalen didn't like that and threw a football at Dumervil.

"He just said, 'Be quiet, Elvis,' " Dumervil said.

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Friday, June 27, 2008 Education On Top By Adam Zinser DenverBroncos.com

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- He may not have broken any records or scored any touchdowns Thursday, but for Daniel Graham, it was a special day nonetheless.

The Daniel Graham Foundation held its first-ever charity event Thursday evening at Strings restaurant in Denver. Graham, a Denver native and University of Colorado alum, started his foundation after joining the Broncos in 2007, and the charity auction and dinner marked the culmination of all Graham's off-the-field efforts over the past year.

"I started the foundation when I came back here to Denver," Graham said. "I want to give back to the community to help kids out. I want to emphasize The Daniel Graham Foundation held its first fund-raising event education and health." Thursday. PHOTO: ADAM ZINSER / DENVERBRONCOS.COM BRONCOS TV Items from all around the world of sports were up for auction at the restaurant, with all of the proceeds going to Graham's foundation. 6/26: Mallard Settling In Autographed jerseys, helmets and photos from the Denver Broncos, New 6/24: Marshall Working to Change England Patriots and University of Colorado were just some of the items 6/16: NFL Network: Broncos Fantasy auctioned off from the football realm. There were also pieces of autographed Preview memorabilia from the NBA and MLB being auctioned off as well. 6/13: Jay Cutler Golf Classic

But Thursday night was just the beginning. Graham and his foundation will host the 2nd Annual Elite and Fundamental Football Camp on Friday and Saturday.

When children from age seven to 18 attend this weekend's free football camp, they will of course gain excellent knowledge about what to do on the field, but the camp is about so much more than teaching kids the skills needed to succeed on the gridiron. More importantly, they will get tips on education, fitness and how to lead healthy lives.

One issue particularly close to Graham is asthma, which he has had since his freshman year of high school, and perhaps no one knows more about these issues than Graham's mother Marilyn, who helped elevate Graham to the status he has today.

"Daniel suffers from asthma," said the tight end's mother. "His heart's desire is to help children that have asthma. That's what kind of motivated this. 'Motivating youth from challenge to achievement.' That's our motto and that's what we're after with children suffering from asthma."

Though Graham enters his seventh year in the NFL, asthma still affects his life today just as much as it did when he was first diagnosed.

"I still have it today," said the 6-foot-3, 257-pound Graham. "I'm on medication daily, so I still feel the effects. It's just important to show kids that there is a pro-athlete that has asthma and has worked through all the struggles. It's important for me to help little kids who have asthma so they understand that they can continue on with their dreams, and asthma won't be a big problem."

But perhaps the biggest issue close to Graham's heart is education, for without it one can never fully realize one's dreams. That is why his foundation will be distributing information on the SAT and ACT tests to high schoolers this weekend while also preaching the importance of maintaining good grades to all the youth who attend the camps.

"Education is really important. I always tell kids, 'Don't let anyone shatter your dreams.' But reality is, not everybody makes it to where I

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am," Graham said. "Regardless of your goal, you always need education first before anything else happens. That is why I want to give kids more information about the SAT and ACT. That's a big part of education, and you can't go to college without them."

With the emphasis on education, it is only fitting that Graham held this event over the University of Colorado's alumni weekend. Several of Graham's former teammates and coaches from his days with Buffaloes were on hand to support the foundation, along with other notable CU alumni. Former Ravens, Bears and Steelers quarterback Kordell Stewart even stopped by to show his support.

"I would love to continue this every year and beyond the years of my football career," Graham said. "I just love to give back to the community, especially where I grew up. I want this foundation to run as long as I'm living, and I just want to see people help support what I'm doing."

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They are already calling him the steal of the 2008 NFL draft and he has never played a down in the league. High praise for Denver Broncos rookie fullback Peyton Hillis, the team’s seventh round pick out of Arkansas. “I have always had the mentality to just want to hit someone, even in high school,” Hillis said at Broncos training camp Sunday. And that is exactly what Broncos’ head coach Mike Shanahan loves about him. Hillis played five different positions at various times at Arkansas, including wide receiver and return man.

Productive He gained more than 2,600 total career yards and had 23 touchdowns in three years at Arkansas, but he was overshadowed by Arkansas running backs Darren McFadden and Felix Jones, both first round NFL picks in 2008. Hillis paved the way to the end zone with exceptional blocking for both star backs, and he led the team in receptions with 49 last season. “I caught over 600 yards my senior year,” Hillis said. “I can do a lot of things. I am sort of a jack of all trades.”

Strong work ethic Shanahan said he has yet to see much of Hillis on the field of yet, but he also said that during mini-camps and his time at Dove Valley, he has impressed other coaches with his work ethic. Hillis said he does not quite know where he will fit in yet with the Broncos, but he thinks there will be a place for him on the team. “Coach [Shanahan] told me I am going to have to block some people, and catch the ball a little,” Hillis said. Hillis is expected to turn into a full time fullback for Denver, similar to the days of Howard Griffin. NFL experts are calling him the next Mike Alstott, a former multiple-time Pro Bowler. “He is country, a good-old-boy,” Broncos tight end Tony Scheffler said. “I just want to do whatever is needed of me, and I am going to work hard,” Hillis said. “I have a chip on my shoulder from being drafted so late. Hillis right now is battling a hamstring injury and did not practice yesterday.

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sports Darrell Jackson just couldn't seem to leave the practice field. Happy days here He hung around for at least 15 more minutes, idly chatting with fellow wide receivers, slapping high- fives and tossing a football back and forth with his again for Jackson new teammates.

Consider it a promising new start for Jackson, who has joined his third team in three years. Bronco coming off "miserable" season The Broncos signed him to a one-year contract in By Lindsay H. Jones April, shortly after Jackson was released after one The Denver Post season with San Francisco. Now he is competing to be Denver's No. 2 receiver behind Brandon Marshall Article Last Updated: 06/12/2008 12:29:00 AM MDT and eager to prove he can produce as he did in his seven seasons with Seattle.

"Sometimes the best thing Denver Broncos

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to do is just move on and be happy," Jackson said. Long after most of the Broncos had retired to the "It's not good to play football when you're locker room following a recent offseason workout,

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miserable." The low point, Jackson said, came Nov. 18 when the 49ers lost their eighth consecutive game. San Jackson, 29, said his year in San Francisco was the Francisco won two games in December to finish 5- worst time in his career. As the 49ers' offense 11, and Jackson caught a touchdown pass in each of struggled — their passing game ranked last in the the team's final two games, but by then it was too NFL in 2007 — so did Jackson's production. He late. When offensive coordinator was caught only 46 passes for 497 yards and three fired the first week in January and replaced by Mike touchdowns, all career lows for a season in which Martz, it signaled the end of Jackson's brief tenure he played more than 13 games. The previous year in with the 49ers. The team signed veteran Isaac Bruce, Seattle, Jackson caught a career-high 10 touchdown who played for Martz in St. Louis, and dumped passes and was only 44 yards shy of his fourth Jackson, who was slated to make $4 million in San 1,000-yard season. A season before that he played Francisco. Jackson said his deal in Denver is worth in Super Bowl XL, catching five passes for 50 yards about $2 million, including bonuses. in the first quarter of the Seahawks' loss to Pittsburgh. "I think this is the perfect opportunity for both parties," said Brian Mooney, Jackson's agent. "Darrell Broncos coach Mike Shana-han said he looked at has the chance to go out and erase the memory of Jackson's numbers with Seattle — where he left San Francisco. And I think Denver can really use ranked No. 2 in team history in touchdown catches, Darrell." third in receiving yards and fourth in catches — not at what happened in 2007. Denver added veteran Keary Colbert from Carolina and Samie Parker from Kansas City in the offseason "I'm going more on what he's done in the past and for more depth at the position. With Marshall still how he's played in the past, and he hasn't recovering from a serious injury to his right disappointed us so far," Shanahan said. "He's a forearm, Jackson, Colbert and Brandon Stokley have veteran who has a lot of confidence, and he should, taken most of the repetitions with the first-team based on the kind of production he's had." offense during mini-camp.

Jackson and Shanahan pointed to plenty of reasons "I think we've got good chemistry here," Jackson for the drop in production with San Francisco: A said. "We've got guys who like to compete, guys who first-year offensive coordinator, injuries to the want to see other guys do good. When somebody starting and backup quarterbacks, the adjustment to makes a play, everyone else wants to go make a a new system. play."

Jackson, too, accepted some of the blame. Lindsay H. Jones: 303-954-1262 or [email protected] "I went through a depression stage, having never been in an offense like that and not being able to Jackson jottings contribute," Jackson said. "Sometimes I was lackadaisical or something, and would lose focus, A look at veteran wide receiver Darrell Jackson, who drop a few balls and stuff like that on short catches." signed with the Broncos in April:

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Stonewalled Jackson charges ahead with Broncos Former Division III receiver won't take 'no' for an answer

By Jeff Legwold

Thursday, August 21, 2008

From time to time, Broncos tight end Nate Jackson has taken the plunge into the pool of the written word.

He has arranged those words across the pages of various publications and for DenverBroncos.com, offering insight in between the punctuation. But what if, just what if, the subject of the paragraphs was . . . Nate Jackson?

"Born on a cold, June morning . . . I don't know, man, but I've always aspired for big things," said Jackson, who has taken creative- writing classes at the University of Denver. "I've always believed in myself, I've always felt like I was destined for big things. I felt like the pursuit of those things and the belief in one's self is the most important part."

And when the Broncos face the Green Bay Packers tonight at Invesco Field at Mile High (7, CBS 4), Jackson is expected to have climbed his way into the starting lineup. A guy who played at the smallest collegiate football program of anyone in the game - perhaps in the league; a guy who was told "no" so many times, he says he has learned to appreciate the times he has heard "yes" all the more.

"I've been rejected many times," Jackson said. "But I've also been told 'yes.' To me, it's important to have a balance between the people who don't believe in you and the people who do. For all the people who were not believing, who were saying, 'No, you're too slow; no, you can't play here, you can't play there,' there were people who said, 'Yes, you can.'

"But I could have very easily slipped through the cracks and never gotten the opportunity. But I've met some great people along the way that gave me the chance."

With Daniel Graham recovering from a hamstring injury, Jackson has spent time as the team's top tight end in recent practices. Even with Graham in the lineup, Jackson was added to the formation when the team has gone to its two-tight-end look in practice.

That's a long way from a high school offense that didn't throw the ball, a long way from Division III Menlo College - it's believed to be the second-smallest football school in the NCAA - and a long way from being a wide receiver just two seasons ago before being moved to tight end.

"But the game's not too big for him. When he plays in a game, it's like he's playing in practice," Broncos

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coach Mike Shanahan said. "Every time he's played in a game, he's made plays. Some guys, with the pressure that they have going into a game, they just don't play. They get a little too nervous because they're onstage.

"Nate's never been like that, and, usually, you know right away. . . . I've just got my fingers crossed that he can stay healthy, that's been his only problem."

Health has been an issue, at times. Jackson missed the 2002 season recovering from shoulder surgery after the San Francisco 49ers released him, then fractured a little finger and tore knee ligaments while playing in NFL Europe in 2003. He suffered a left ankle injury in 2004 that kept him out of four games, a hamstring injury during training camp in 2005 and missed 11 games in 2007 because of a groin injury.

The injury last season came in his first career start.

"But he's got great hands, right near the top of anyone on our team," Shanahan said. "And we've had some success moving people who were college wide receivers who were in the 220-, 225- pound range - Shannon Sharpe, Billy Miller, Desmond Clark, Byron Chamberlain - to tight end. If they're tough, like Nate, I always believe they can make the transition. If not, they don't make it."

His football story, though, wouldn't be complete without a nod to the late Bill Walsh. The Hall of Fame coach persuaded the 49ers to take a chance on an undrafted wide receiver from nearby Menlo - while there, Jackson had 261 catches for 3,976 yards and 43 touchdowns - and Walsh made a call to Shanahan in 2003 when the Broncos traded a conditional draft pick for Jackson.

"I know I wouldn't be here (without the call)," Jackson said. "It was wonderful, he went above and beyond. He didn't have to do any of the stuff he did, he didn't have to call Shanahan, and he did. He didn't have to convince the 49ers to sign me as an undrafted free agent, he didn't have to tell scouts he thought I could play, he didn't have to tell anyone anything.

"But if someone reads something or sees something where Bill Walsh said - whatever the hell he said - they think, well it must be true. . . . I've always believed in myself in all of this, but getting the OK from Bill was a huge boost."

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Jackson's hands also in music

Broncos tight end goes by "Jack Nasty" in pursuit of career outside of football By Yvette Lanier The Denver Post Article Launched: 08/04/2008 12:30:00 AM MDT

Walking off the Dove Valley fields after a draining practice at training camp, tight end Nate Jackson grabbed a mike — well, actually a bottle of sunscreen used as a prop.

The beat dropped. Bobbing his head with rhythm, Jackson no longer was a sixth-year player for the Broncos. He was "Jack Nasty." Jackson's alter ego was spitting a freestyle rhyme. The man breathes music.

"The first thing I do when I get out of bed in the morning is turn on the music," said Jackson, 29. "Before I go to bed, I turn on the music. It affects the way I view the world. It affects my hopes and aspirations about what I want to do in my life."

Jack Nasty, whose sound compares to the lyrically rich Eminem, hopes one day when he is done rocking the "Monday Night Football" stage, he will be rocking MTV's "TRL" stage.

Interscope Records isn't calling, and he's not about to quit his day job in the NFL, but his music could become more than a hobby in life after football.

Jackson has yet to make an album, but he has produced demo tracks at his home in Greenwood Village.

"I think at first appearance people may not take him seriously just because they're thinking that's another athlete that thinks he can rap or sing," said Broncos Mike Leach, Jackson's best friend. "But when they hear him, they'll take him seriously."

Before Jackson uttered the word touchdown, he was singing tunes such as the Noel Coward classic "Chase Me Charlie." Growing up in California, Jackson's home was filled with music. His mother used to sing and play the guitar, and his father was a big jazz fan. Proud Papa Jack was recording little Nate when he was in diapers.

"Nate from the beginning had a knack for expressing himself musically. He had a really beautiful voice from the time he could talk," said his brother Tom Jackson, who is a vocalist and guitar player in The Good Night, a rock band.

As a high school jock, Jackson said it wasn't hip then to sing. During his senior year he ignored peer pressure and jumped back into music. His friends called him Nasty Nate, but Jackson wasn't satisfied with that.

"Jack Nasty came to me, and I know it conjures up strange images in one's head," Jackson said. "It's really nothing dirty or strange. It's a name that rolls off the tongue — an alter ego when I get on stage and rock the mike." Jackson had a brief stint in a hip-hop/rock band called Nasty Breeze, but he went solo three years ago. He said the group still gets together and collaborates.

Jackson hopes to bring meaning to his music and tries to differentiate himself from some of what he hears today.

"A lot of rappers these days are not really talking about anything socially conscious," he said. "They're talking about image, money and women. That's not what I'm about."

Jackson's mother, Marilyn, is supportive of his music.

"I don't know where the music will lead him," she said. "He has an outlet for the things he enjoys besides football."

Broncos tight end Daniel Graham isn't jamming in his car to Jackson's music, but he appreciates his teammate's efforts.

"He doesn't have too much presence over my other choices, but he is talented," Graham said.

Perhaps someday Graham and others will have the opportunity to hear an entire CD by Jack Nasty, but that remains an elusive goal.

Every offseason, I start to feel it again," Jackson said, adding that working on tracks is interrupted by working on the football field.

Football is his focus now.

"Training camp comes around. I just kind of start from square one every year," Jackson said. "It really takes for football to be over to go on to the next chapter, to be able to do my best stuff." 1 of 2 sports

New pals battle for Broncos' punting job

By Lindsay H. Jones The Denver Post Article Last Updated: 08/11/2008 12:06:23 AM MDT

When the Broncos opened training camp in 2007, the two punters competing for the starting job had played a combined 181 regular-season games.

A year later, that number is down to one.

Nowhere is the Broncos' youth movement more pronounced than in the kicking contingent, and especially at punter, where Sam Paulescu, 24, and Brett Kern, 22, are in a close race. Each had one punt in Saturday's preseason opener.

Paulescu is the incumbent, signed by Denver days before the 2007 season finale against Minnesota to replace , who had in turn replaced Todd Sauerbrun. Paulescu averaged 44.2 yards per kick in five punts against the Vikings, a solid enough performance for the Broncos to keep him around for 2008.

The team signed Kern as a free agent in April from the University of Toledo, where he averaged 46.1 yards per punt, second best in NCAA Division I-A, and was a third- team All-American last fall.

The two have become friends, bonding over things such as their similar Christian faith and their recent and upcoming marriages. Kern was married in July; Paulescu's nuptials are in February.

However much they like each other off the field, though, each also believes he should win the job.

"I can't tell you what's going to happen, but I know I've worked my butt off in the offseason, in training camp, in the (organized team actitivities)," Paulescu said.

Said Kern: "I feel like I belong here. I feel like this is where I'm supposed to be. There's pressure, but when you're really focused on what you have to do and the job you have to get done, you don't even think about it."

Regardless of who wins the job come September, Paulescu and Kern, along with new kicker Matt Prater, 23, represent a dramatic change from the kicking corps a year ago. Training camp last year featured Sauerbrun, a 13-year veteran, and Ernster, who had started every game for the Broncos in 2006. And kicker Jason Elam was preparing for his 15th year in Denver a year ago.

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With youth comes new challenges, special-teams coordinator Scott O'Brien said. Never in his 18 years in the NFL has O'Brien led a group with less training-camp and game experience.

"When they're young and they don't have anyone to follow, it is hard for them to learn," O'Brien said. "They have to be taught, so a lot of it is by trial and error for them."

With limited punting chances in Houston, the battle will continue in coming weeks. Paulescu's punt traveled 51 yards, while Kern's punt went 42. They split duties as Prater's holder on field-goal attempts as well.

"We each only had one, so there's not too much evaluation on that," Paulescu said. "But I felt good about it. It's just good to get the first kick out of the way in a game."

Paulescu and Kern have both proved to be strong in different aspects of their punting — Paulescu with his directional kicking and ball placement, Kern with his distance and hang time — and coaches are eager to see how they handle game situations.

"It comes down to who performs well in preseason games," Kern said. "It's all mental. Coach O'Brien says it's all mental now, because if we didn't have the physical abilities now, we wouldn't be here." 1 of 1

August 21, 2008 Broncos linebacker says heritage helped him reach NFL

By FRANK SCHWAB THE GAZETTE

ENGLEWOOD • When Niko Koutouvides was growing up, the weekly schedule was always the same.

Koutouvides and his two brothers would go to regular school five days a week. Then when his friends played on the weekend, he had Greek school on Saturday and Sunday school at the Greek Orthodox church.

"We hated it," he said. "But now you look back on it, I'm so grateful for it, for our parents sending us."

The Denver Broncos middle linebacker embraces his heritage. He speaks Greek, although he admits he's a little rusty after years away from home. He is a member of the Greek Orthodox church. He loves Greek food, although he's having a tough time finding a good restaurant in Denver. He listens to Greek music "all the time." This offseason he had a Greek wedding, complete with a Greek band and the custom of breaking plates on the ground.

His background is rare in the NFL. Koutouvides and Jacksonville offensive lineman Tony Pashos are among the very few Greek NFL players. Koutouvides said he is known in Greece, although he never has been there. When he was with the , he did a long interview in Greek with the Greek sports Web site contra.gr before Super Bowl XL. Greek newspapers have written about him.

He will stop short of saying he is a big deal in Greece, however. "I don't think so," he said.

"I've had some people go to Greece from America, and my name has come up and people knew who I was," said Koutouvides, who added he wants to visit Greece after his playing career.

Koutouvides' fame and fortune (he signed a three-year, $7.5 million deal this offseason) is what Stelios Koutouvides had in mind for his family when he moved from Arusha, Tanzania, to the U.S. when he was 18. Stelios Koutouvides' parents had relocated to the African country of Tanzania during the Greco-Turkish War.

After he came to the U.S., Stelios met his wife, Niki, who was from Kefalonia, an island in Greece. Stelios said the family still has about 50 relatives in Greece.

Greece is a soccer-loving country, so many of the relatives don't know much about . But Stelios said they all cheer for Niko and once in a while he'll get an overseas request for an autographed picture.

Stelios said he thinks his son's heritage played a part in him making the NFL. He said Greek people are hard workers, and he and his wife set an example for the three boys. For years Stelios has owned a restaurant, the Stonewell Restaurant in Farmington, Conn., and works about 70-80 hours a week. He is also an accomplished artist.

"Greek people are proud and want to accomplish things," Stelios Koutouvides said.

Stelios and Niki Koutouvides didn't just set an example for the three boys, they put them to work. Through most of high school, when Niko Koutouvides wasn't playing sports, he was busing tables or working in the kitchen.

"The NFL took a great busboy from me," Niki Koutouvides said.

Niko Koutouvides said he is appreciative for his parents' lessons on his heritage and the life lessons that helped him become a successful athlete.

"Just watching what they've done and how much work they've put in, and no matter what my brothers or I needed, no matter how much money my parents had at the time, they'd take their shirts off their back for us," Niko Koutouvides said. "Seeing that growing up is a little motivation." Broncos' Larsen enduring emotional ride : rockymountainnews.com Page 1 of 3

Broncos' Larsen enduring emotional ride Niece's death, son's birth come while trying to make team

By Lee Rasizer

Tuesday, August 5, 2008

It makes for a nice T-shirt slogan.

Football is life.

But it's untrue.

Experiencing death is life.

Celebrating birth is life.

And playing football while those affirming and devastating extremes are happening simultaneously only demonstrates how trivial the game can be in the broader scheme.

This is rookie Spencer Larsen's life.

His second son, Gunnar, was born Friday - the same day his 2-year-old niece, Kamber Ann, the victim of an accidental drowning in Mesa, Ariz., was buried.

Larsen took two trips home to deal with the spectrum of sorrow and joy in the first week of Broncos training camp.

On the field, he has struggled, understandably, to keep the edge necessary to attempt to stick in the NFL as a middle linebacker, given his personal story.

"What's really hard is putting so much importance into something when there's people grieving so much," Larsen said of his sporadic on-field work. "Myself included."

It began as an ordinary start to summer workouts.

Larsen, a sixth-round pick out of the University of Arizona, practiced July 25. He called his wife, Ann, afterward to check in, figuring that, only eight months into her pregnancy, he would be able to concentrate on the task at hand with limited disruption during the coming weeks.

But the harrowing news came the next day.

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Kamber, the third of his brother Ethan's four young daughters, was alive but in dire straits as she was transported to the hospital.

A panicked Larsen prepared to jump on a plane, with the Broncos' blessing, to offer his family support.

But a few hours later, Kamber was gone.

The baffling circumstances only added to the despair.

"She was playing outside with the hose, and my brother went out and told her, 'Hey, don't come out here anymore,' " Larsen said. "But the gate was completely blocked out in the pool area. So it's still a mystery to this day how she got through the gate. No one knows. Speculating only makes it worse."

Larsen described Kamber as the "life of the party" at every family get-together he had attended.

The child's innate curiosity still resonates in his mind's eye.

"She'd go out and get into everything and had no fear of stuff," Larsen said with a smile. "That's just how she was - a lot of fun."

It wasn't exactly business as usual as Larsen came back to Dove Valley for practice last week. Focusing proved very difficult in what's heavily a mental exercise, especially for a first-year player.

But because it's his chosen livelihood, the linebacker made the difficult decision to skip the funeral and attempt to narrow his focus as best as possible on the field.

Then came the second panicked call.

This time, Ann had gone into labor, one month before her anticipated due date. And the funeral for Kamber was that very morning.

Larsen landed in Phoenix an hour late, missing Gunnar's entry into the world. But just seeing the newborn's face for the first time was salve for the sorrow he had been feeling for several days.

"There's things that happen that are mysterious sometimes," he said in assessing recent events. "I'm very religious, and I think that, when there are those times when there's complete difficulty and tribulation, you will be picked up and given a ray of sunlight.

"That's kind of how I see Gunnar."

It isn't all darkness on the field, either.

Despite his travails, Larsen has made an impression on the Broncos coaching staff, which has walked the tightrope between grading the rookie fairly for his on-field performance and being respectful of his family situation.

Larsen, 24, has been running with the third team at middle linebacker behind Nate Webster and Niko Koutouvides and playing on special teams.

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"It has to take something out of him," linebackers coach Jim Ryan said. "You take that into account when you see what he's going through emotionally. But you still coach him."

Ryan called Larsen a "great kid" and a smart player with solid instincts, adding that nothing he has seen this summer has changed the opinions that led the Broncos to draft him in April.

But Larsen is different now. As he recounted his story, he spoke about the strangeness of all he and his family experienced Aug. 1 - a burial and a birth.

Losing Kamber, he said, "is never going to go away" for his family.

But, in a small way, Ann and Spencer Larsen have made sure their niece's memory will live on.

Gunnar's middle name is Kamb. It's a nod to a small girl who exuded life and left the world too soon.

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Broncos' Manuel rising up depth chart

His former Miami prep coach has high praise for the character of this NFL journeyman. By Lindsay H. Jones The Denver Post Article Last Updated: 08/18/2008 11:49:24 PM MDT

Nigel Dunn needs all 10 of his fingers to count off former players who are now in the NFL from the two Miami high school teams he coached.

None, Dunn said, was a better leader than Marquand Manuel, an NFL journeyman who could be Denver's starter at strong safety when the season opens Sept. 8 at Oakland.

Dunn, who coached Manuel for two years at Miami Senior High, regales his current players with stories about Manuel and keeps the player's picture in his office.

Dunn's favorite tale involves the time Manuel was punched in the face by a teammate who wanted Manuel's spot as a starting defensive back. Dunn had a strict team rule that any player who threw a punch would be kicked off the team, so that just showed his leadership," Dunn said. "He didn't fight him back. Marquand certainly could have beat that kid. I've always told him how proud I was of him for not fighting back."

Manuel may have fought his way into Denver's starting lineup this season. In March he signed a three-year deal with Denver, his fifth team in his seven-year NFL career, and at the time he was expected to provide depth for the safety corps behind John Lynch and Hamza Abdullah.

But Lynch left the team five days into training camp, freeing up a starting spot for free-agent signee Marlon McCree, and Abdullah missed much of training camp with a groin injury.

Abdullah returned to practice late last week but sat out again Monday, leaving Manuel with the first team.

"He's a good player, and above all, he loves the game," McCree said. "When you've got a guy like that, you can win with him."

Manuel said he wasn't concerned about the depth chart Monday. He was happy, however, to talk about his family and his work off the field.

After an offseason in which Broncos coach Mike Shanahan said he emphasized character, Manuel surely adds more than just experience.

Manuel finished his bachelor's degree in criminology at the University of Florida in 2 1/2 years and started work on a master's degree in counseling education while 2 of 2 playing for the Gators. He runs a foundation that focuses on working with juvenile delinquents in Miami, where most of his family lives.

Manuel, 29, is the ninth of his parents' 18 children, ranging in age from 18 to 44.

Dunn said Manuel would mention when he was in high school that he had a large family, but Dunn didn't realize just how big until the night before Manuel signed his letter of intent with Florida.

"I got the biggest surprise, there must have been at least 12 of them there that night," Dunn said. "He had three that wanted him to go to Miami, three that wanted him to go to Florida State. It was so funny."

Manuel's family experience — he likened it to the "Brady Bunch" — has served him well as he has moved from team to team: two years in Cincinnati, where he was drafted in the sixth round in 2002; then Seattle for two more years (2004-05); then one each in Green Bay (2006) and Carolina (2007).

"It's helped me deal with different kind of guys, different characteristics, attitudes," Manuel said.

He started all 16 games for Green Bay in 2006 but was released by the Packers after training camp last season. He said he didn't follow the Brett Favre unretirement saga too closely during training camp, but he still expects the Packers, who play a preseason game against Denver at Invesco Field at Mile High on Friday, to be dangerous.

"They're going to be good," Manuel said. "Everyone knows it's not going to change. They got weapons still." Marshall expecting to post big numbers Page 1 of 2

Marshall expecting to post big numbers Wide receiver showing Broncos what they'll miss during suspension

Associated Press Sunday, August 24, 2008

DENVER -- Brandon Marshall has spent the summer giving quarterback Jay Cutler and the rest of the Denver Broncos a glimpse of what they'll soon be sorely missing.

The standout receiver who was suspended for the season's first two or three games for violating the league's personal conduct policy has made spectacular catches in each of the Broncos' three exhibition games. He had a diving touchdown catch against Dallas last week and a juggling 49-yard TD grab against Green Bay on Friday night.

"Of course we're going to miss the guy," Cutler said. "He makes big play after big play."

Thinking not of the starting line but the finish, the Broncos didn't hesitate to highlight Marshall in the preseason even though he had drawn a three-game suspension that could be trimmed to two if he gets counseling. Marshall hopes to have commissioner Roger Goodell hear his appeal of the punishment next week.

"I said we're going to treat it just like somebody sprained his ankle the week before we played," coach Mike Shanahan said of the Marshall Plan be began crafting when his talented but troubled playmaker was called into Goodell's office in mid-July.

"Brandon is going to play a lot of games for us this season."

And Marshall isn't backing off his prediction of a 100-catch season and maybe the Pro Bowl just because he’s going to be watching the first couple of weeks from Cutler’s couch, crashing out at his quarterback’s pad so they can go over things on their own at night while Marshall’s banned from team headquarters.

“I’m trying to break records this year,” Marshall boasted.

Even though his season will be 14 games at best?

“Yeah.”

Marshall caught 102 passes for 1,325 yards last season as he emerged as Cutler’s top target.

Despite missing most of the team’s offseason work after he suffered a gash on his right forearm while horsing around, Marshall has honed his connection with Cutler even more over the last four weeks.

The rhythm they’ve displayed is a big reason the coaching staff has opened up the play book this season. Shanahan said Cutler is digesting the offense like a quarterback with twice as much NFL experience as the third-year pro he is.

Marshall said the duo has made the most improvement on “the deep ball and press coverage, and that’s what I worked on hard this offseason before I hurt my arm. I told Jay that if we improve that in our game, deep ball and press coverage, we’re going to be pretty tough.”

They displayed that emerging toughness Friday night.

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With Charles Woodson on the sideline, cornerback Tramon Williams lined up in single coverage on Marshall with no safety help over the top. Cutler changed the play at the line of scrimmage and hit Marshall with a 49-yard touchdown pass down the left sideline.

“Me and B., we got some things going,” Cutler said. “He understands coverages, kind of like I do, and we got a good feel when he’s going to be 1-on-1. We’re going to take some shots if that’s going to be the case.

“I mean, if they want to press him up and start jamming him and play nobody over the top, that’s what you’re going to get. You’re going to get some deep balls with us. He’s hard to stop.”

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Broncos roomies? Marshall plans to ride out suspension at Cutler's house Film, tosses on tap during suspension

By Lee Rasizer

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Brandon Marshall has chosen deluxe accommodations for when he serves his suspension to open the regular season: Chez Jay.

The Broncos receiver, facing a two- to three-game, league- mandated absence in September for violation of the NFL's code of conduct, plans on crashing at the home of quarterback Jay Cutler during his downtime.

"Me and Jay decided I'm going to stay with him," Marshall said after the first of four joint workouts at Dove Valley with the Dallas Cowboys.

"He's got plenty of room," the receiver added with a laugh. "What I'm going to do is take over his basement."

Yet Marshall made it clear that this will be a working vacation upon which he'll embark with Cutler at his side.

"What we're going to do is, I'm going to stay in the game plan. And at night, we're going to throw," Marshall explained. "And after we throw, we'll watch film and he's going to go over the game plan with me as if I was there."

The arrangement is necessary because Marshall is barred from Denver's facilities beginning Aug. 30 through at least Sept. 15, the earliest date that the suspension could end if the receiver follows league guidelines during his downtime. Otherwise, Marshall will be out until Sept. 22.

Cutler confirmed the arrangement, but he declined to speak about it after the afternoon practice.

"Jay's been great," Marshall said of his fall-back plan. "The whole Denver Broncos organization has been great to me.

"All I can do is just show them that I'm here now, and when I get back and be accountable."

And with Marshall scheduled to lose more than $52,000 in base salary during his suspension, it doesn't hurt that the price is right at Chez Jay.

"He better not charge nothing," Marshall said with a smile. "I might charge him."

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Paige-ing Brandon: Catch on

By Woody Paige The Denver Post Article Last Updated: 08/06/2008 12:04:21 AM MDT

Yo, Brandon. On Sunday, Sept. 21, in presumably your first regular-season game of 2008 after your suspension (finally and formally announced Tuesday) ends, catch 15 passes for 215 yards and three touchdowns (including one on a 99-yard reception- run) to set personal and Broncos bests, go on to earn an invitation to the Pro Bowl, a 15-year career in Denver, $125 million, eventually, in overall salary and induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Then, thank me for the motivation, Brandon.

Several days ago, in his retirement speech, consummate pro Rod Smith expressed gratitude to me, of all people. "This guy inspired my career with one article" after the Broncos' first exhibition in 1995. What I wrote then was that after Smith signaled for fair catches twice on punts inside the 10-yard line, "I'm afraid Rod Smith will call for a fair catch on a swing pass."

Whatever it takes. My role in life is to help.

On Brandon Marshall's 24th birthday this year I wrote that he should "grow up," a suggestion with which many people, including Marshall the next day, agreed.

A few nights afterward, when Marshall was having dinner at a restaurant with Jay Cutler, the wide receiver left a voice mail on my cellphone requesting, in a good- natured way, that I get off his back.

All right, kid, I'll do it.

And here's what you do: Stay inbounds (off the field).

Humbly accept the punishment meted by Roger Goodell for your many transgressions. Seek counseling — and continue with it long-term — and meet the commissioner's other conditions so that you sit out two games, not three. Man up and settle the DUI court case on or before Sept. 16, five days before your first game.

Avoid at all costs (figuratively and literally) contact with your ex-girlfriend. Even though you fell in love in the eighth grade when you were a football star and she was a cheerleader, there comes a time, as you told her this year, that the two of you "have to move on."

Don't be hanging out at clubs all night (or ever), drinking and spraying champagne and creating a disturbance, then driving. Nothing good happens at 3 a.m. Don't surround yourself with questionable characters. They're not true friends if they lead or follow you to trouble. Don't play roughhouse with relatives or get into public arguments with them. 2 of 2

Listen to your coaches, your teammates, your attorney, your counselor. Don't lie or alibi anymore about your actions, and take responsibility. Be smart, not stupid. Think: "Is this something my mother would be proud, or ashamed, of?"

Become a team leader and a team player. Be more concerned about victories than statistics. Never forget that a two-game suspension costs you about $56,000 in salary, but also could cost you a chance to be in the Pro Bowl and, more important, the Super Bowl. You may hurt your teammates more than yourself by not being able to participate in critical games against division rivals Oakland and San Diego. You will owe them in the later rematches.

Train even harder when you can't play, and visit the patients at Children's Hospital to see how fortunate you are.

Be the best you can this season. Maybe the Broncos will offer you a five-year contract extension for 25 times more money than your first contract ($2.03 million over four years).

Remember that most Coloradans are loving, caring and forgiving, and the adults and the youngsters are devoted, rightly or wrongly, to you, Carmelo and Tulo.

Do the right thing in the stadium and in the community, and you'll always be at home here.

Leave voice mails for the Broncos' former wide receivers and ask for their counseling, their advice, their support, their reasons for playing here, remaining here.

Haven Moses was traded to the Broncos, became the club's most dependable receiver and did a backflip, like a 10-year-old Pee Wee leaguer, on the field after the Broncos won the 1977 AFC Championship. He has never left. Haven gives his time and efforts to charities (he was featured this week in a newspaper photo in conjunction with a fundraising event), and when he had serious health problems, Broncos fans and Denver friends rallied around. Mark Jackson was drafted by the Broncos, became one of "Three Amigos," began a successful business and is a Broncos ambassador.

Rick Upchurch had his weak personal moments but overcame them and always will be adored. Steve Watson arrived as an unknown, but "The Blade" developed into a world-class receiver, a sharp executive and an assistant coach, now associate head coach, of the Broncos. Ed McCaffrey revived his football career in Denver, was hailed as "Ed-dee, Ed-dee," bought a home in Castle Pines and is a thriving entrepreneur and TV pitchman. Talk to Larry Brunson and Billy Van Heusen and the others who have done themselves and Denver proud.

And be guided wisely by your life coach Rod Smith, the greatest, who said at his retirement: "Don't let the past dictate your future."

Yo, Brandon, start anew, and nobody will be on your back. Everybody in Denver will have your back. Marshall showing maturity - The Denver Post Page 1 of 2

broncos where the Broncos conduct their twice-daily training camp workouts. Aches and pains aren't keeping Marshall away from practice, as was the case a year Marshall showing ago. He is on time. He has seemed quieter than usual. He still has his charming, boyish, smile. He maturity just hasn't displayed it as often. No doubt, it has been a more subdued Brandon Marshall. About all the Broncos wide receiver has exhibited with greater regularity are flashes of By Mike Klis unstoppable dominance. The Denver Post "Very impressive," Broncos cornerback Dre Bly said. Article Last Updated: 07/30/2008 11:51:34 PM MDT "His focus has been great. He's not letting any of that stuff affect him. I tell people that Brandon's not a bad guy. He's just been in the right place at the wrong time. Hopefully, the commissioner will give him another chance and not suspend him and he can be a threat for this team."

Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall, outracing the defense for a touchdown at training camp, has been "very impressive," cornerback Dre Bly says. "His focus has been great." Marshall could be hit with a suspension related to the NFL's personal conduct policy. (John Leyba, The Denver Post )

Whatever fate awaits Brandon Marshall, there are signs he has grown.

Maturation is evident on the Dove Valley fields,

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Denver Broncos violated the league's personal conduct policy. Watch video of Wednesday's sixth day of training Camp at Based on Goodell's past rulings, there would not be  Dove Valley shock if Marshall was suspended two to four games. View slide show of Broncos  training camp The Broncos make the case that Marshall should not View slide show of NFL be suspended. By rights, a player can only be fined,  training camps not suspended, for his first DUI arrest, which Watch video of interviews Marshall had last October. As for Marshall's with Mike Shanahan and domestic violence arrest March 6 in Atlanta, no  Michael Pittman formal charges have been filed nearly five months Watch video of Broncos safety later. Hamza Abdullah at training  camp Watch video of John Elway Nevertheless, Goodell soon will notify Marshall of talking about this year's Broncos his decision. Marshall then will have the right to  team appeal. The uncertainty regarding Marshall's early- Watch video of Elway season status, however, has seemingly sharpened paying homage to Rod his resolve at training camp. Almost every day now,  Smith Marshall does something spectacular — he beat Bly Read Lindsay Jones' entries on a deep route before hauling in a Jay Cutler on the All Things Broncos touchdown pass Wednesday. And each time Marshall  blog  Ask Mike Klis about the team or demonstrates his awe-inspiring athleticism, he NFL in the Broncos Mailbag reminds the Broncos of what they may lose. Read the latest commentaries by Jim Armstrong from training "He is a big piece of this puzzle," said cornerback  camp Champ Bailey, the star of the defense. "If he does Post photos of you and your have to miss some time, it's going to hurt us. loved ones showing Broncos Hopefully, people will step up."  spirit

Can improved on-field professionalism translate into off-field reform? Since leaving the NFL commissioner's office in New York nearly two weeks ago, Marshall has been living with an inescapable sense of impending doom.

Marshall was involved in numerous police-related incidents during a 12-month period that included three arrests but zero convictions. The commissioner, Roger Goodell, has proved he doesn't need a conviction to rule a player has

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Broncos' McCree doesn't hit pause button Safety has to be quick on feet to get defense aligned, in right spots By Jeff Legwold, Rocky Mountain News Wednesday, August 6, 2008

ENGLEWOOD — He who hesitates is "in trouble," Broncos safety Marlon McCree said. "A lot of trouble. That's just bad, real bad. You have to line up and make a decision."

So when things got rearranged at safety for the Broncos - John Lynch was granted his release from the team last week - it was McCree who went from situational player to full time.

And it is McCree, one of the Broncos' most sought-after free agents in the offseason, who certainly faces plenty of expectations to do his part to repair a defense that struggled on many levels in 2007.

"He's an athlete - instinctive, smart, he knows (pass) routes," Broncos defensive coordinator Bob Slowik said. "Verbal, decisive and makes good open-field tackles.

"If you have a confident guy in that position, it kind of is contagious in the whole secondary. If you have a guy that's a little timid, maybe not real confident, that also creates a little doubt in other guys' minds about if we know what we're doing."

When the Broncos break the defensive huddle and get themselves aligned before the snap, McCree's voice is easily heard. As the free safety, he is expected to see where the offense lines up and adjust the Broncos' coverage calls accordingly.

He is expected to do it quickly, with little wasted time or motion.

"If you don't get that done, you're kind of playing hesitant, and that's not good, sound defense," McCree said. "I like to get the call out, get it early, and it helps everybody focus on their responsibility. It helps me, too - I get lined up, make my calls, so then I can analyze the field, see where my guys are at.

"You want to have a little more time to see where the threats are. I'm ready for that, I look forward to it. I thrive on that kind of pressure. I like being a guy people depend on."

Despite starting for Chargers teams the past two years that won the AFC West title at 14-2 and 11-5, McCree said he entered free agency earlier this year with the Broncos on his mind.

And with Slowik taking over play-calling duties on defense and with a reputation for more emphasis on speed in his scheme, the Broncos were shopping for safeties with McCree's kind of resume.

McCree fit because he can play - and has started - at both safety spots in his eight-year career. Teams have used him down near the line of scrimmage - he has also started games for Jacksonville, Houston and Carolina - while the Chargers usually used him in deep coverage.

But McCree said he wants to be in on the action, which is one of the reasons he asked the Chargers for his release despite their recent success.

"I told (the Broncos) I want to be down in the box more, to play in the run game, too," McCree said. "In San Diego, I was just deep, and I didn't really like that. I mean, you get bored, (it's the) fourth quarter and you haven't made a tackle. (Slowik) assured me both safeties were going to be involved in the run game and be interchangeable.

"I think I could have stayed in San Diego, but I had some personal mishaps with the new coaching staff. I thought it was best for both sides to just move on before it became anything more than it already was.

"I have nothing but respect for the organization. They treated me well, I treated them well, but it was just time to move on."

When Lynch, a 16-year veteran who repeatedly has said he was promised a chance to compete for playing time in run and pass situations, was in camp, he lined up alongside Hamza Abdullah at the two safety spots on early downs.

McCree then would come in for passing situations, alongside Abdullah, with Lynch getting no snaps in the nickel (five defensive backs) or dime (six defensive backs) packages. That led to Lynch seeking his release - and McCree lining up on every down with the starters since.

From the Broncos' perspective, that could mean they are able to use an additional roster spot somewhere else or keep an additional special-teams player.

From McCree's perspective, it means he will have the kind of playing time he was seeking in his offseason hunt for a new team.

"I realized you want to go somewhere because careers are short, where you're going to have a chance to be in the playoffs," McCree said. "When Denver called, I was more than excited. People may not be talking about us or think too much of us right now, and that's OK. The more we can be under the radar, the better.

"But we're working hard. I mean, we know we're going to be good."

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Broncos at the crossroads with Nalen

By Mike Klis The Denver Post Article Last Updated: 08/20/2008 10:20:58 PM MDT

The Broncos may be confronting a crossroads with the lone remaining player from their Super Bowl years.

Tom Nalen, a five-time Pro Bowler and the Broncos' starting center since Mike Shanahan's first game as head coach in 1995, will undergo arthroscopic surgery Friday on his troublesome left knee, his second such procedure in 2 1/2 months.

"I just want to feel better, that's all," Nalen said.

For now, Shanahan said there's a chance Nalen could be ready by the season opener Sept. 8 at Oakland, but it would depend on what surgeons find inside the knee. In 1995, Nalen had surgery on the same left knee to repair a meniscus tear and, although he was expected to be out three to four weeks, he returned to play two weeks later.

But Nalen was 24 then. He is 37 now and he's had two other operations on his left knee, including reconstructive surgery in 2002 to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament.

Should Nalen not be ready by the season opener, the Broncos would have two options: Give him one of 53 spots on their active roster with the idea he will be ready to play within a few weeks; or place the center on the injured reserve list, which would end his season.

It would be difficult for the Broncos to give Nalen a roster spot if he's unable able to play for an extended period because the team is already trying to set aside a spot for rookie running back Ryan Torain, who will miss the first seven games with a dislocated elbow.

Nalen is not eligible for the physical-unable-to-perform list, which would buy six weeks into the season without counting against the roster, because he passed his preseason physical.

The Nalen situation presents a dilemma for the Broncos, who earlier this year lost two other players from their Super Bowl teams in 1997-98 — kicker Jason Elam to free agency and receiver Rod Smith to retirement.

At least the Broncos have a quality center behind Nalen in Casey Wiegmann, a nine- year starter for Chicago (1998, 2000) and Kansas City (2001-07).

"Tommy's a tough guy," Wiegmann said. "He played a whole game last year (against San Diego) with torn biceps. Most guys can't do that. He's a football player, he wants to play, he'll be there." www.coloradoan.com | Printer-friendly article page Page 1 of 1

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Pittman adjusting to new role at fullback in Denver

BY ARNIE STAPLETON The Associated Press

ENGLEWOOD - When Michael Pittman arrived in Denver, he told the coaches he'd do whatever was asked of him.

Little did he know they'd take him at his word.

After spending the past decade as an NFL tailback, Pittman has been moved to fullback for the Broncos.

He's not thrilled with the move, but he knows this: he'd rather be a lead blocker than a sideline spectator or even a former player.

So, he's biting his lip and looking for someone to hit.

"You can't be a one-dimensional player. A lot of one-dimensional players will leave a lot faster than the guy who can do a lot of different things," Pittman said. "I can run, I can catch and I can block. I think that's the reason why the Broncos brought me over here."

Pittman actually leads the team in carries in the preseason, but that's mostly a product of injuries.

At 6-foot and 225 pounds, Pittman isn't your prototypical fullback.

"I'm not a natural fullback but at the same time I'm stronger than most fullbacks," he said. "Physically, I go in there and I can slam into a linebacker. But I'm really a runner, that's what I do, coming out of the backfield and catch some balls.

"But I'll do whatever my coaches ask me to do. I won't complain about it. I'll just go out there and just do my job. Pound for pound, I'm probably one of the strongest guys on the team."

And that's why Andre Hall, one of three young tailbacks expected to share snaps this season along with Selvin Young and Anthony Alridge, loves running behind Pittman.

"Fullbacks are usually slower. They take longer to read. Pittman flies right in there, he hits whoever," Hall said. "That's my type. I like somebody that's just going to go all-out."

Pittman, who spent the past six seasons in Tampa Bay, hasn't tapped into the knowledge of his former teammate Mike Alstott about lead blocking.

"We talk about other things," Pittman said.

Despite his insistence that he'll do what he's asked, it's easy to tell Pittman would rather be getting the handoffs himself.

"I'll get in where I fit in," he said. "It's just an adjustment for me. It's just another step in my career. This is my 11th year and I'm excited to do a lot of new things. So, like I said, if the coach asks me to do it, I just go out there and I have fun doing it."

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sports Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, who beat coach Jeff Fisher to the punch Drafting a roster spot by a few seconds. "I had Coach Fisher on hold for 10 or 15 minutes Opportunities abound for unselected free agents while I was talking to Coach Dungy," Polumbus in this age of salary cap said. "That was a really weird feeling knowing I had another NFL coach on hold. I definitely wasn't By Jim Armstrong prepared for that moment." The Denver Post

Article Last Updated: 05/07/2008 12:37:51 AM MDT So whose sales pitch did Polumbus select? Neither.

The Broncos had called during the draft and Polumbus, who grew up in Denver and played at Colorado, jumped at the chance to join his favorite team. But first he had to let out a huge sigh of relief.

The unusual twists and turns didn't start with the phone calls. For Polumbus, they began in the Former CU offensive tackle Tyler seventh round, when he went from dreaming of Polumbus hits the weights in hopes of being drafted to hoping beyond hope that he making his mark with the Broncos. wouldn't be. (Brian Brainerd, The Denver Post )

"It's a bizarre situation," Polumbus said. "I was Tyler Polumbus never knew being overlooked in praying I wouldn't get picked up. I didn't want to the NFL draft could be so exciting. go to a place where I didn't want to be." Within minutes of the draft's conclusion, For undrafted free agents, it's all about the Polumbus' phone started ringing . . . and ringing . opportunity, about being in the right place with . . and ringing. He wasn't deemed worthy of a the right team at the right time. They can draft choice, but suddenly he was being pursued honestly say it's not about the money. by teams throughout the league. Polumbus signed for slightly more than $20,000. Talk about your surreal moments. The final pick Former Colorado State quarterback Caleb Hanie, had barely been made and Polumbus, an meanwhile, received $5,000 to sign with the offensive tackle, found himself talking to

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Chicago Bears. They should consider themselves Hanie knew the Bears were interested, having fortunate. The St. Louis Rams don't give signing talked to team officials and taken a physical in bonuses to undrafted free agents. They'll give Chicago in the weeks preceding the draft. And he them an advance on offseason workout expenses knew their quarterback situation was unsettled, and camp per diems, but that's it. with embattled starter and backup toward the end of their contracts. Ability to pick their teams "It's a good situation," Hanie said. "Obviously Like Polumbus, Hanie spent the latter stages of they the draft on the edge of his seat. But Hanie was hoping to be selected, especially after hearing draft junkie Mel Kiper Jr. talking up his potential during ESPN's draft coverage.

"You just want to hear your name called," Hanie said. "Obviously, if I had been drafted by the Bears, I would have felt better. With that said, I'm happy for the opportunity. In a way, it was better that I went undrafted because I feel confident I'm with a team that has confidence in me."

Hanie and Polumbus were like every other undrafted free agent on draft weekend. By the time Sunday afternoon arrived, they and their agents had pored over every team's depth chart in search of the best opportunity. Then it was a matter of waiting for the phone to ring and finding a match. Polumbus (Brian Bahr, Getty Images At 6-feet-7, 315 pounds, Polumbus knew he file photo ) wouldn't be a fit with teams who employed could both do well this year, and they could keep massive tackles. He and his agent, Boulder- them both. If one of them struggles, they could based Tom Mills, had targeted the Broncos, what decide they don't need one of them, and it opens with Mike Shanahan's preference for lean up a roster spot for a guy like me. There are a lot linemen. When the Broncos used their first- of different scenarios." rounder on Ryan Clady, but didn't draft another tackle, the opportunity arose. Salary cap opens doors

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Back in the day, Polumbus and Hanie may not Unlike a veteran, not making the roster isn't the have gone undrafted. Instead of being called free end of the road for an undrafted free agent. The agents, they would have been labeled late- practice squad has become a haven for such rounders. players. It gives teams extra time to develop prospects who went undrafted for any number of "Tyler probably would have been an eighth- reasons. Some were undersized and others were round pick in the old days," Mills said. "A lot of switching positions. Or they played at a small guys are like that. They're free agents because school or were injured in college. the draft is only seven rounds." Rod Smith fit all of those descriptions. He played That helps explain why undrafted free agents quarterback at Missouri Southern before making are making such a major impact in today's NFL. the switch to wide receiver. He injured his knee Part of it is pure numbers. The NFL pared the in college and needed to get stronger to have a draft to seven rounds from 12 in 1994, meaning chance to play in the NFL. dozens of players who would have been selected in earlier years went undrafted. The rest is history. Smith is a certain Broncos Ring of Famer, as is Tom Nalen, another member It's more than that, though. The salary cap and of Denver's practice squad, class of 1994. the practice squad, both relatively recent phenomenons, have served to create Talented players make mark opportunities for developmental-type players that weren't there in previous generations. Not that Smith is the only undrafted free agent to make it big in the NFL in recent years. Neither NFL teams always have given the benefit of the of the ' past two team MVPs, doubt to younger players deemed to be on a par Willie Parker or James Harrison, was drafted. Nor with high-salaried veterans. But that practice is were Shaun O'Hara and Rich Seubert, two key more prevalent now because of the salary cap. members of the New York Giants' offensive line. With teams spending the bulk of their cap on star-caliber starters, the bottom of NFL rosters The list goes on and on. Dallas Cowboys typically are filled with young players making at quarterback Tony Romo, he of the $66 million or near the league minimum. contract, was bypassed on draft weekend. So was San Diego's Antonio Gates, a former basketball "It's a necessary part of doing business," Mills player at Kent State who has become the said. "Teams want competition. And even if a standard of the industry among NFL tight ends. young player doesn't make the roster, he forces Then there's Indianapolis' , arguably the other player to play better." the best center in the game.

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According to NFL.com , the 12 playoff teams in the Orange Crush LB corps. 2007 had 167 undrafted free agents on their rosters. Some, like Polumbus, received $20,000- 4. Goose Gonsoulin, S plus to sign, not bad considering last year's final draft pick, Alabama cornerback Ramzee 1960-66: Ring of Famer had 43 INTs in seven Robinson, got $24,900 from Detroit. Others got seasons. little more than a plane ticket and a T-shirt. 5. Joe Rizzo, LB Such is life for undrafted free agents. 1974-80: A diamond in the rough. He played at "Anytime you get into five figures, there's some the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. competition involved," Mills said. "If there's one team on the line, you've got your hand out. It's Let freedom ring better than not getting a contract. At least you've got a chance. That's all you can ask for." Denver Post staff writer Jim Armstrong picks the five best undrafted free agents in NFL history and Jim Armstrong: 303-954-1269 or the five best from state colleges: [email protected] BEST IN NFL HISTORY Best in Broncos history 1. Kurt Warner, QB, Rams: OK, so his career Denver Post staff writer Jim Armstrong picks the has leveled off, but give him his due. He won two best free agents to don a Denver uniform: MVP awards.

1. Rod Smith, WR 2. Willie Wood, CB, Packers: Anchored Packers' secondary in the 1960s with fellow Hall of Famer 1995-2006: Owns every receiving record in NFL Herb Adderley. history for undrafted free agents. 3. , QB, Oilers: Had to take his act 2. Rich Jackson, DE to the CFL before the NFL establishment would accept him as a quarterback. 1967-72: Became one of NFL's most feared pass rushers in Denver. 4. John Randle, DT, Vikings: Likely future Hall of Famer played in seven Pro Bowls, ranks fifth 3. Bob Swenson, LB all time with 137 1/2 sacks.

1975-83: Randy Gradishar wasn't the only star of 5. Joe Jacoby, OT, Redskins: At 6-feet-7, 300

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Jason who? Prater impresses

Without Elam, the Broncos' kicking game is looking good with the second-year pro. By Terry Frei The Denver Post Article Launched: 08/03/2008 12:30:00 AM MDT

Matt Prater's kicks at Broncos training camp Saturday didn't follow "Toro!" rushes to get the field-goal unit on the field in the final seconds of a real game.

Rather than thousands jammed into a stadium and passing beers down the row, the spectators numbered in the hundreds at Dove Valley, and they lounged on the grassy knoll and passed around No. 30 sunblock.

So it's not as if these were supreme tests, or the sort that kickers must pass to remain gainfully employed in the NFL.

Yet Prater continued his impressive work in the relatively low-pressure, dog days of summer. On Saturday, he went 11-for-11 in field goals in scrimmage-type conditions, successfully hitting a 68-yarder and then drilling the pressure's-on, simulated last-second kick from 54 yards out that allowed coach Mike Shanahan to immediately call an end to the day's single practice.

The 68-yarder cleared the crossbar with plenty of room to spare, and if the practice had been televised, the guys in the booth could have said it would have been good from Castle Rock.

"I didn't even know we were going to go back that far today," said Prater, the second-year pro from Central Florida. "It was a surprise to me. It wasn't on the script."

For camp, Prater is 32-for-35 in the live work. The situation can change quickly when the lights come on, so to speak, but at this point, the Broncos' decision to have him as the only place-kicker in camp and all but handed the job as Jason Elam's successor seems justified.

"What impressed you the most? Not missing or the 68-yarder?" Shanahan playfully asked during his post-practice media session.

"I kind of liked the last one, to be honest with you, with all the pressure on him, game-winning field goal, three seconds left. He's been doing that pretty consistently since he's been here, so it doesn't really surprise anybody. But it's sure nice to see him do that."

Prater said that kicking the simulated game-winner "felt good, just to show the team that I can do it, to give them some confidence in me. So in the game, when I do have the chance to have the game-winner, they expect me to make it and not be thinking, 'Flip a coin.' . . . Until I do it in the game, there's still going to be questions. But hopefully, I'll get the opportunity and do well in the games." After he finished up at Central Florida, where he was a teammate of Brandon Marshall, Prater was in Detroit's camp in 2006 but was cut near the end of the preseason. Last year, he was waived at Miami and Atlanta before joining the Dolphins' practice squad in mid-November, then ultimately signing on with the Broncos to kick off for the final two games.

Prater said his stint with the Broncos at the end of the season "helps me out a lot. Seeing Jason Elam hit the game-winner (in overtime) against Minnesota, seeing his approach to it, what he was doing from the sidelines, I kind of learned from him. I think of what he did and try to bring it into my game."

Prater said Elam "just seemed to calm. One thing I learned is that when you're coming out for a field goal, instead of just going right where the spot of the ball is, stay around the 50, and you can visualize kicking a field goal and you can see the uprights better." Broncos' Robertson feels ready for season - The Denver Post Page 1 of 2

sports because my whole career, I only missed two games, and that wasn't because of my knee, it was because of a high thigh bruise," said Robertson, the veteran Broncos' Robertson defensive tackle the Broncos acquired in a trade with the New York Jets in April. "This offseason, it just got blown out of proportion. Everyone is making a feels ready for big deal about the knee, but I've been fine."

The fuss may have come from the fact that Broncos season coach Mike Shanahan told reporters shortly after the trade that Robertson's knee didn't pass the physical performed by team

By Lindsay H. Jones Denver Broncos The Denver Post View slide show of Broncos  training camp Article Last Updated: 07/30/2008 01:36:16 AM MDT View slide show of NFL  training camps Watch video of interviews with Mike Shanahan and  Michael Pittman Watch video of Montrae Holland  at training camp Watch video of Broncos safety Hamza Abdullah at training  camp Watch video of John Elway talking about this year's Broncos  team Watch video of Elway Dewayne Robertson, left, says his knee paying homage to Rod trouble "got blown out of proportion" in  Smith the offseason, when Denver acquired Read Lindsay Jones' entries him. (John Leyba, The Denver Post ) on the All Things Broncos  blog  Ask Mike Klis about the team or NFL in the Broncos Mailbag Read the latest commentaries by Jim Armstrong from training  camp Dewayne Robertson wants to clear something up. Post photos of you and your His left knee is just fine, thanks for asking, and he loved ones showing Broncos doesn't understand why everyone seems to care so  spirit much.

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doctors. Or that Robertson was held out from 2007. several days of a passing camp in May and a mini- camp in June and has been restricted to one practice Here Robertson will be a "one-gap" tackle — his a day during training camp. natural position, defensive line coach Bill Johnson said, because of his combination of speed and Robertson bristles at questions about the knee, strength. He was clocked at 4.8 seconds in the 40- though those questions will go away if he yard dash at the NFL scouting combine in 2003, transitions into Denver's defense as well as coaches despite weighing about 16 more pounds than he are hoping. The knee pain, a chronic problem since does now. he was in college at Kentucky, didn't keep him off the field with the Jets. He started all but five games "This is much better for him, because I can go back — and played in all but three — since the Jets to when he was in college and I studied him," drafted him No. 4 overall in 2003. Johnson said. "When you play him in a head-up position, you negate some of that quickness and Still, Robertson never met the lofty expectations set power." for him in New York, especially not after he was converted into a nose tackle in 's 3-4 Safety Marlon McCree, also in his first year with the defense for the past two seasons. At 6-feet-1 and Broncos, played with Robertson for two years at 308 pounds, Robertson wasn't bulky enough to fill Kentucky and said it isn't just Robertson's physical the middle of the line, and he wasn't surprised when abilities that should help the Denver defense. the Jets looked to trade him. McCree said Robertson, normally mild-mannered Figuring he would no longer be a Jet, he looked for and polite, has a nasty side that emerges only on the a team running a 4-3 defense, as Denver does. field. McCree noticed that attitude as soon as Robertson arrived in Lexington, Ky., as a heralded "When I took the visit here to Denver, they told me freshman out of Memphis, Tenn., in 2000. the scheme, how they do things and how they run the defense, and they made it clear I would fit "He was man amongst boys," McCree said. perfectly in that scheme," Robertson said. "He was a gentle giant, because he could be so respectful off the field, but man, when he got on the Robertson is a projected starter for the Broncos, field, he rag-dolled people, just tore people to though they likely will rotate other tackles in as well, pieces." including Kenny Peterson, Marcus Thomas and Alvin McKinley. That rotation could keep the Broncos from owing the Jets anything in the trade. Only if Robertson plays more than 65 percent of the time will Denver have to give the Jets an undisclosed draft pick next year.

For now Denver coaches aren't concerned with how many snaps Robertson plays, but how he can help fix a run defense that ranked 30th in the NFL in

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Broncos rookie has Royal touch

By Lee Rasizer

Sunday, August 17, 2008

Eddie Royal was so productive in a few days facing Dallas, even hard-to-please Cowboys cornerback Adam Jones came away impressed.

"Eddie Royal's nice," said Jones, who last week got into a tongue-in-cheek game of verbal one- upmanship with the Broncos' other young receiving standout, Brandon Marshall.

"He's pretty quick," Jones added. "He's got problems getting off the jam, though."

Royal just smiled when he heard that last one.

Then again, he has been wearing a broad grin a lot lately - as have the Broncos, who have absolutely no complaints about their second-round pick, who already has worked his way into the starting lineup opposite Marshall.

Royal continued his hot preseason Saturday night in the Broncos' 23-13 victory against Dallas. The rookie shook defensive back Mike Jenkins along the right sideline on a 35-yard catch to highlight Denver's opening series. He added a leaping 32-yard reception over veteran cornerback Anthony Henry on the first play of the second quarter as the Broncos forged a 14-0 advantage.

"Certain people just have it. They have 'it,' and he has it," Broncos wide receiver Brandon Stokley said. "It's been fun to watch him get better every day. And he just brings it over to the game from practice, which is hard for a rookie to do."

Easy does it

Royal is doing it, too, with an easy demeanor that belies his status as a first-year player who's supposed to be going through a steep learning curve.

"Maybe I hide it well, I don't know," Royal said when asked whether his blood pressure is naturally low or if he's a good actor. "I played at a big program at Virginia Tech, so you've got to learn to put out the lights and focus on the game."

So far, Royal has been lights out, and his performances in Denver's two exhibition contests are only a small part of the equation.

He began his pro career in offseason minicamps by learning the slot position but has since added the flanker and split end positions to his repertoire.

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He often is the last player off the field at practices after going through post-practice Juggs machine work, and he has been professional in accommodating every media request, even after those sessions.

Most of all, he has been a consistent playmaker in practices, whether in man or zone coverage, where he seems to have an innate feel for finding the open areas.

It's no wonder, then, that one Broncos official recently commented that while the Broncos knew they were getting an outstanding player in Royal with the 42nd overall pick in the draft in April, he has more than exceeded expectations.

Even in college, Royal didn't have eye-popping statistical numbers as a receiver. He averaged slightly fewer than 30 catches and 445 yards per season as a four-year starter, with the bulk of his production coming via the return game.

"His hands stay steady," Marshall said. "He knows his plays. He knows his position and makes plays. And you can't ask for a better teammate. This year's going to be a great year for him."

Perhaps, but Royal will have to deal with Marshall's early-season absence, which figures to change opponents' defensive approach in the secondary.

In a tough position

History is also against him since receiver, more than any other position, has meant one of the biggest adjustment periods for rookies who are facing stronger, quicker and more seasoned cornerbacks at the pro level.

Some proof: During the past 10 years, NFL teams have drafted 43 receivers in the first round; off those, only two had 1,000- yard seasons. There were only two more 1,000-yard campaigns by rookie receivers drafted after Round 1.

Additionally, 26 of those 43 first-round receivers never have had a 1,000-yard season, which underscores just how difficult the transition can be.

"I've heard about that. But everybody's different, so I haven't paid much attention to it," Royal countered. "I'm going to come out and play my game and not let anybody else's past success or whatever it is affect me. I'm trying to prepare so nothing's new out there to me."

Backup quarterback Patrick Ramsey suggested rookie receivers have struggled so much early because there's a steep learning curve picking up the different coverages and adjusting routes to combat those looks.

"College is pretty vanilla in my experience. And there's just a lot of things that change as the ball's snapped," Ramsey said. "It takes a little while to pick things up. And Eddie's been able to do that."

Royal admitted he struggled with the mental aspects of learning the playbook early on and, also, with the speed of the game. But, he added, he's more comfortable in both aspects now.

He has been driven by a determination not to be pigeonholed as a slot receiver and returner but instead to push to become a starter from Day 1.

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"I envisioned it," Royal said. "You've got to have it in your head and see it."

And in the process, quarterback Jay Cutler has begun looking for him.

Cutler's faith in Royal showed particularly on the receiver's second catch Saturday, when Cutler lofted the ball high and let Royal go up for the leaping grab despite Henry's tight coverage.

"He plays like he's a giant," Marshall said. "And he runs like a rabbit."

Royal has worked hard on his ability to come in and out of his breaks smoothly. Early in camp, he was rounding off some of his cuts, but with coaching, he has helped smooth out some of the rough edges and been able to gain separation.

Cowboys safety Roy Williams described Royal as "shifty."

"I think he'll do some good things for that ballclub," he added.

At least Williams didn't say he was 10 times slower or weaker than anybody, as Jones did in comparing Marshall to Dallas' Terrell Owens.

"He's definitely grown and gotten better every day," Stokley said. "I just think he's going to be a special player in this league for a long time."

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Tony Scheffler attempts to work way up depth chart at tight end. By ARNIE STAPLETON THE ASSOCIATED PRESS August 06, 2008 02:59 am ENGLEWOOD - For the second straight spring, Denver Broncos tight end Tony Scheffler ran a routine route at minicamp, planted wrong and felt a searing jolt in his right foot.

Last year, he recovered from the fracture to catch 49 passes for 549 yards and four touchdowns, but he didn’t catch a single pass the first month of the season and spent all year playing catch-up.

Not wanting to wait so long for him to return to form this year, Scheffler and the Broncos embarked on an aggressive treatment plan that included a walking boot, new orthotics and a bone stimulator to speed healing.

It seems to have worked.

Running full-speed without any discernible aftereffects, Scheffler has shined at training camp. On Tuesday, he sneaked behind the secondary and hauled in a 50-yard bulls-eye from quarterback Jay Cutler.

Now, his goal is to supplant Nate Jackson, who’s been lining up with Daniel Graham in two tight-end sets.

Scheffler acknowledges that he’s bothered by being Jackson’s backup but also realizes he still has work to do.

‘‘You’ve just got to keep playing better and hopefully play yourself back into that huddle and until then, you’ve just got to keep making plays,’’ Scheffler said.

‘‘Yeah, I mean, that’s the goal is to get back out there with Jay.’’

Scheffler, a fourth-round draft pick out of Central Michigan, had a slow start to his rookie season, when he struggled to make the adjustment to the NFL. But he caught four touchdown passes in the last month after Cutler supplanted Jake Plummer as the starter with 2 of 2 five games to go.

The Broncos are counting on the Cutler-Scheffler combination working early on as they brace for the NFL’s punishment of wide receiver Brandon Marshall, whose repeated arrests over the last year resulted in a three-game suspension to start the season.

‘‘Brandon, he makes five or six (great) plays every practice. So, he’s definitely our go-to guy and we’re going to miss him those first couple of games,’’ Scheffler said. ‘‘But we’ve got guys who are going to step up. We’ve got veterans in Keary Colbert and Darrell Jackson and we’ve got a young Eddie Royal, who’s having a great camp. So, we’ve got guys who are going to step up and once Brandon gets back, it’s full steam ahead.’’

Scheffler, who has posted 607 of his 835 career yards (73 percent) and all nine of his career TDs in the second half of the season, trusts he and Cutler can get things going from the start this time.

‘‘If you take a look at what I’ve done toward the second half of each season, you would hope that I could start off that way and kind of carry that throughout the whole season,’’ Scheffler said. ‘‘That’s something I’ve wanted to do, trust me, and something I’m planning on doing, just staying healthy, staying ahead of the game and just kind of naturally let everything take place.

‘‘And I think that’s a reasonable goal for me to be up there among the top tight ends’’ in the league.

Unlike a year ago, Scheffler said he’s pain-free at this training camp and not thinking about his foot.

‘‘I think it’s definitely behind us,’’ he said.

And he can’t wait for the Broncos’ first preseason game at Houston on Saturday night.

‘‘I’ve got to play well this season to prove I want to get a part of this,’’ he said. 1 of 2 sports

Work ethic speaks loudly for Webster

Broncos middle linebacker redoubles his efforts after his father suffers heart attack By Lindsay H. Jones The Denver Post Article Last Updated: 08/13/2008 01:23:40 AM MDT

There is certainly no one on the Broncos' defense louder than Nate Webster, but all it took was one late-night phone call in early January for everything to go silent.

His mother, Linda, was on the other end of the line. She was crying. "Your daddy's not breathing," Webster remembered her saying.

Nate Webster Sr. had suffered a major heart attack at his home in Tampa, Fla.

"At one point, he was dead," Webster said. "The paramedics brought him back."

Webster flew to Florida the next day and spent about three months there while his father recuperated. During that time, Webster lost 15 pounds from the stress.

But the ordeal gave him a new perspective once he returned to Denver for offseason conditioning in March, about the time he learned he would be switching from strong side to middle linebacker, the same position he played at the University of Miami and earlier in his career with Tampa Bay.

"My dad's been so strong and worked so hard for so many years to be a provider for us. I have never seen him at a weak point, never ever, so to see him down and unconscious, that hit me hard," Webster said. "Right then and there, I just wanted to dedicate and put a lot of focus into getting into the best shape of my life."

Coaches noticed. Mike Shanahan commented on the day before training camp started last month that Webster had never been in better condition. After almost three weeks of camp, Webster is listed first on the depth chart at middle linebacker, ahead of Niko Koutouvides, who was signed away from Seattle in the offseason with the intention he would be the starter.

Webster, who was credited with 100 tackles by the Broncos in 2007, started the preseason opener against the Houston Texans, though the battle is far from over. Koutouvides led the first-team defense Monday and Tuesday.

"It's going to go down to the wire, and that's the way it should be," Koutouvides said. "Give both players every opportunity to show what they've got."

What makes the battle more interesting is that Webster and Koutouvides are so different.

Koutouvides, a Connecticut native who went to Purdue, isn't flashy or loud. Webster, though, is impossible to ignore, from his overly baggy mesh shorts that hang nearly to his ankles to his tendency to lose his helmet in piles of tacklers. 2 of 2

And, of course, there is that voice.

Almost every day, he issues a guttural yell as he walks toward the practice field, and hardly a play goes by without him making some sort of comment to the offense.

"He's a live-wire kind of guy, always talking," defensive coordinator Bob Slowik said. "He always has to be talking, has to be moving."

That kind of behavior has endeared him to teammates, though he knows he has to learn to better curb his emotions at times during games. It wasn't something he always knew how to do when he was younger.

"Back in the day, I used to be a bit dirty under the piles," Webster said. "But the cameras see everything, plus it's just part of growing up and being smarter, and not wanting to put your team in a bad situation, get a penalty, do anything that will hurt your chances of winning the game."

Webster's father has recovered enough from the heart attack to travel, and he and Linda are staying with Webster in Denver during training camp.

Linda cooks, and the three spend as much time as possible talking about when Webster and his siblings were young.

"I want to get him out here to participate, to see as much of me as he can, whether it's coming to games or practices, or just being around me, period," Webster said, "because I'm a daddy's boy."

These names come Nat-urally

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Broncos linebacker Nate Webster takes pride in his family and his name, so much so that he's passed his name on to his children in George Foreman fashion. Webster, who is named after his father, has six children, and all but one have some version of Nate in their names: sons Nate III, Nate IV, Natron, Natwan and daughter Natalia. The oddball is daughter Nia. "All of them have got a little Nate in them," Webster said with a laugh. Luckily, they all go by nicknames.

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Wiegmann feels welcome

By Brian Howell Longmont Times-Call

ENGLEWOOD — With a plan designed on getting younger, the Kansas City Chiefs had no need for a 35-year-old center who took every snap for seven years. Center Casey Wiegmann has The Denver Broncos were more than happy to bring him aboard. played 12 years in the NFL, including the last seven with the Kansas City Chiefs. Wiegmann After 12 years in the NFL, including seven in Kansas City, Casey Wiegmann signed with Broncos during the finds himself playing for a team he once considered a bitter rival. offseason to back up veteran center Tom Nalen. Photo by Hank Young “The Chiefs didn’t want me back, so I had to find a home and Denver wanted me,” Wiegmann said. Casey Wiegmann File It’s not difficult to see why the Broncos wanted him. Since Week 2 of the 2001 Age: 35 season, Wiegmann hasn’t missed a snap, let alone a game. His 111 consecutive starts is the longest current streak for any center in the NFL, and it’s the third- longest active streak by any offensive lineman (Jon Runyan has made 176 Experience: 13th year (has played consecutive starts, and Jeff Backus has made 112 straight). with Indianapolis, the New York Jets, Chicago and Kansas City)

“Not only was he a veteran player, (but) we thought he was kind of the nuts and No rest: Wiegmann has taken every bolts of the offensive line at Kansas City all these years,” Broncos head coach snap, including the regular season Mike Shanahan said. and postseason, since early in the 2001 season. In all, he’s been involved in 7,062 consecutive plays “He was a guy that held that offensive line together a lot of years.” on offense.

Despite his dependability and steady play for so many seasons, the rebuilding Famous better half: Wiegmann is Chiefs unceremoniously let Wiegmann go. After the 2007 season, Wiegmann married to Danni Boatwright, who met with Chiefs president Carl Peterson, who told Wiegmann the team was won $1 million on “Survivor: looking into bringing him back. Guatemala.” Boatwright was also second runner-up in the 1992 Miss Teen USA pageant, and first runner- “But, I could just tell by the tone of his voice that it wasn’t going to work,” up in the 1996 Miss USA pageant. Wiegmann said. “He ended up calling me and leaving a message on my cell She was Miss Kansas Teen in 1992 phone saying that they were going to go in a different direction. It was kind of a and Miss Kansas in 1996. weird way of doing it, but I guess that’s the way he wants to do it.”

In March, the Broncos gave Wiegmann a two-year contract. Although they have a potential Hall of Fame center on board with Tom Nalen, the Broncos knew they needed insurance. Nalen is 37 years old and missed the final 11 games last season with a torn right biceps.

Eight days into training camp, Wiegmann’s presence has already been a benefit. Nalen, who had surgery on his left knee in June, has not practiced with the Broncos since Monday, giving Wiegmann a chance to practice with the first- team offense.

“That’s the reason we signed him,” Shanahan said.

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Nalen’s injury has opened up an opportunity for Wiegmann, who is getting more comfortable every day with his new linemates. An MRI this week on Nalen’s knee came back negative, and he’s expected to return soon. Until then, Wiegmann is playing with the first unit.

“It’s helping me a ton, just to get a feel for the rest of the guys up front,” he said. “I had been running with the (the No. 2 offense) when Tom was in there. Just to get in there with the starters, it’s a whole different feel.

“There’s a lot to learn, just the nuances of different calls. Here is different with all the zone blocking.”

Wiegmann is confident he can be a valuable member of the Broncos’ offensive line. His streak, however, will come to a close if Nalen is healthy.

“I take great pride in what I do, and I want to be out there to help my teammates,” he said. “Yes, I want to keep the streak going, but I know Tom’s there in front of me. I’ve just got to do what I can do. It’s a tough job to be a backup, but you’ve just got to be ready.”

At this point, shifting to guard is not an option for Wiegmann, who said he’s played center since fourth grade. He played guard for one game in 2000 when he was with the .

“It’s just not comfortable to me,” he said. “I’ve got to have the ball in my hand. I definitely want to play center if I can play, but you’ve got to do whatever they ask you to do.”

This season, the Broncos are asking Wiegmann to be a veteran leader on the line, no matter how much he plays on the field.

“Yeah, it sucks that I had to leave (Kansas City); I wanted to finish my career there, but so be it,” he said. “It’s pretty neat to be here and stay in the (AFC West) division, and hopefully go back there and beat them a couple times.”

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Broncos' Williams may finally have found a home on weak side

By Lee Rasizer

Thursday, August 14, 2008

This is why D.J. Williams is back at weak-side linebacker.

It's Thursday morning, and the Broncos defense is involved in a 7- on-7 red-zone drill with the Cowboys offense. Dallas quarterback Tony Romo drops back and delivers a swing pass to rookie running back Felix Jones, a 4.4-second burner and the nation's leader in yards per carry in 2007.

Jones heads for the sideline, his sights set on the left pylon, when Williams suddenly comes flying at Jones to cut off his angle and send him scurrying out of bounds about the 5-yard line.

"I just feel the position is suited for him," Denver linebackers coach Jim Ryan said of Williams' move away from the middle last year to the relatively wide-open spaces of his new spot. "That 'Will' linebacker is in space a little more and gives him the freedom to run."

At middle linebacker, the angles were completely different. And, perhaps worse yet for someone as athletically gifted as Williams, it was constricting in the sense he had to free himself from traffic before his speed and change-of-direction skills could be used fully. Nonetheless, Williams finished with an AFC-leading 141 stops, but there was an overriding sense the position wasn't natural.

So, in the offseason, Denver dumped Ian Gold, added Niko Koutouvides in free agency, shifted Nate Webster inside and cleared room for Williams to return to the weak side, where he had earned a third- place finish in the 2004 Defensive Rookie of the Year voting.

In between, Williams also played strong-side linebacker, so his overall count stands at four positions in four years.

"Around Week 6 or 7 last season," he said, "I started enjoying the middle and I started picking it up, and that's why I was kind of a little upset about this switch, because right when I started getting good at it, I moved to another position."

Williams, though, hasn't completely abandoned the middle. In nickel looks, he still plays there. And if the tight end shifts on those passing downs, he might play strong side, too.

'Stressful' but beneficial

So, from a big-picture perspective, his vagabond life in Denver has served as a positive.

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"I don't think people realize how difficult it is," Williams said, "but the upside to it is that, when I'm out there, I kind of know what everybody has to do now, just from playing 'Mike,' 'Sam' and 'Will.' . . . So I can kind of help other people."

He admitted all his switching has been "stressful," though, on the surface, one wouldn't know.

"I think that's because, one, I'm a team player and I want the team to win," he said. "But there are times where I felt, 'Are they moving me because I'm versatile and I can do this?' Or, 'Are they moving me because they think someone can play the position better than me?'

"Some of those things go through your head. But as long as every position I play I'm successful at, I don't mind."

Perhaps one drawback to his movement is that it has made it difficult to pin an exact value on Williams, which is important, considering he'll be the team's highest-profile free agent after this season.

The Broncos plan to reach out to Williams' representatives in the next couple of weeks to begin a dialogue on a new contract. But unlike Lance Briggs, and other linebackers who recently have secured high-end contracts, Williams has yet to go to the Pro Bowl.

On the other hand, it's a chicken-and-egg scenario: Has all the moving denied Williams that opportunity?

Further, shouldn't he be rewarded for his willingness to sacrifice without any public groaning?

"I give a lot of praise to him," Broncos cornerback Dre Bly said, "because not a lot of guys can move around and still lead the team in tackles, play at a high level and make a lot of plays. D.J.'s done that. And he hasn't complained one bit.

"For myself, it's taken me years to learn my position, learn routes - and D.J., once he learns one position, he's switching to the next. He's done a tremendous job."

Bly envisions Williams at weak- side linebacker having the same type of impact, from a leadership and on-field perspective, as did when Bly won a Super Bowl with St. Louis in 1999.

"I heard what kind of guy Al Wilson was when he was here. We came out together, and I played with him at the Pro Bowl. And I know what kind of loss it was to the team when he left," Bly said. "I really feel like D.J.'s doing a great job filling his shoes and becoming the leader he needs to be for this football team to take off."

Happy in the Mile High City

Williams isn't ready to take off completely. His positional musical chairs notwithstanding, he admitted he has settled in Denver as a career locale.

"If the numbers are right and things are good, I would love to stay here," he said.

And even if contract talks filter into the season, Williams appears unconcerned that they might be a distraction.

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"You know what? It's business and it's my life, so I have to talk about it eventually," he said. "I can't go throughout the day and not think about it, because it's there, it's going to happen."

Denver likely would have the salary-cap room necessary to consummate a deal this fall but would be creative in contract structure to be able to absorb the hit in guaranteed money. Williams, meanwhile, would have to be receptive to receiving split payments. But so far, flexibility, at least on the field,- has been the linebacker's calling card.

It's clear the Broncos, in part, are building their defense around Williams' skill set.

"He's a guy we can utilize on some blitzes, No. 1," defensive coordinator Bob Slowik said. "We're not afraid to have him either in zone or man coverage, because of his athleticism. So we're not worried about him on running backs, even the really good ones who can catch the ball out of the backfield. And then it's just him being able to fly from sideline to sideline and make plays in pursuit, where teams don't account for pursuit from the outside linebacker."

Felix Jones can attest to that.

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By Mike Klis The Denver Post

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Jack illiams made his mark at ent tate with interceptions, seven forced fumbles and seven fumble recoveries in his career. (David alubowski, The Associated Press )

It's not a depth chart so much as a warning.

At cornerback, the Broncos have 10 combined Pro Bowls from starters Champ Bailey and Dre Bly. Their experienced backups are former third-round picks Domonique Foxworth and Karl Paymah.

This stacked position seems to be putting rookie Jack Williams on notice: Wait till next year, kid. And next year may open nicely for Williams with Foxworth and Paymah eligible for unrestricted free agency and Bly turning 32.

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NFL career, he hardly wants his first lesson to be about patience. When the Broncos and Williams reached an agreement Tuesday on a four-year contract that included a guaranteed signing bonus of $450,000, not everyone considered it a future investment.

"I'm not worried about next year," Williams said. "That's what a lot of people have been saying, but I'm trying to make it this year and contribute. Not only contribute on special teams, of course, but out on the field on defense. That's where I want to make my mark. If things don't happen that way, I'll have to do what I can to show them I'll be ready next year."

The second of the Broncos' fourth-round picks, the 5-foot-9, 185-pound Williams was a three-year starter at Kent State, registering 13 interceptions, seven forced fumbles and seven fumble recoveries.

What does Williams need to work on if he is to earn some playing time as a rookie?

"Definitely my man-to-man technique," he said. "And we've got a thing called division technique. I need to work on that."

With the Broncos scheduled to report Thursday evening for the start of training camp, only left tackle Ryan Clady, who was selected in the first round with the No. 12 overall pick, and second- round returner/receiver Eddie Royal remain unsigned.

The Broncos and Clady are negotiating a six-year contract that would allow the player the right to void after five years providing he reaches playing-time incentives. Royal is negotiating a four-year contract.

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By Jake Grilley DenverBroncos.com

ENGLEWOOD, Colo.-- Jamie Winborn was signed to Broncos roster during Week 2 of the 2007 NFL season to provide added depth and to fill in where and when he was needed.

In 14 games with the club, Winborn showed just how valuable that depth can be leading the team with 11 special teams tackles while tallying 24 defensive tackles (21 solo) and a half-sack starting the final two games of 2007 at weak-side linebacker.

Denver rewarded Winborn's three months of hard work with a two- year contract extension on Decemebr 12.

After suiting up for four different teams in a span of three years, he play earned him some stability in the Rocky Mountains. And as he enters his first training camp as a Bronco Winborn is excited about the future.

"(The defense) is coming together; obviously we still have some Jamie Winborn believes in order for a team to be special it has to work to do," He said. "We've been having a lot of fun and that is the be having fun. PHOTO: GRAY CALDWELL / important part of the game." DENVERBRONCOS.COM BRONCOS TV Winborn has learned from his time in the NFL that in the end it is all about continuing to have fun. That is likely why the 29-year-old out 7/9: An All-Around Fullback of Vanderbilt can't keep an infectious smile off his face. 7/9: NFL Network: Jay Cutler Checks In 7/3: Barrett Hopes to Contribute He said his leadership role on the team is to insure everyone on the 7/1: Standing Tall team is sharing in his excitement about playing football.

"Anytime you are playing a game like this you want to have fun," he said. "If you can get everybody, first-team, second-team, third and fourth string, involved and having fun people want to be a part of it. I think that is how you begin to make something and build something special."

Even though Winborn proved his value to the team last season on both defense and special teams he knows that with a retooled defense in 2008, he will have to earn a spot wherever he can.

"I'm not too certain right now," He said regarding where he thinks he will be utilized in 2008. "I can pretty much play any (position) they want me to play. However they see fit for me to be used I am willing to do that."

Having bounced from team to team in the past few years Winborn has learned all too well the importance of job security, however, he fully embraces the talent the Broncos have brought in on the defense and among the linebackers.

"They brought in guys that work hard, guys that have a lot of talent," he said. "The guys that they brought in will definitely help the team have a better chance at getting to the Super Bowl."

Winborn is willing to put his ego aside and play whatever position helps the team win.

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"I love playing special teams, I just love playing football in general," he said. "I definitely think I can help on special teams. Defensively, as they've seen from last season, if I am needed in that area I can also do that. As far as plans coming from upstairs I really don't know what they have, I am just happy that I am in any of the plans."

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Even though the Denver Broncos' Selvin Young is the starting running back, he sees competition lurking.

Young knows his Broncos running back history.

In Denver, under coach Mike Shanahan, there always seems to be an unheralded running back waiting on the sideline to step in and perform as well or better than the starter.

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If it wasn't sixth-round pick Terrell Davis, it was fourth-rounder Olandis Gary. If it wasn't sixth-rounder Mike Anderson, it was undrafted rookie Mike Bell.

"There's always been someone who seems to come from the bottom to the top," Young said, eating fried okra topped with ketchup during lunch between practices. "There's not going to be emphasis on that guy at the bottom. If you're one of those bottom guys, you need to understand the history and understand what it takes to reach your goals. I was one of those guys who set my goals and went after them and I was able to accomplish them."

As an undrafted rookie free agent from Texas last season, Young filled in for an injured Travis Henry, and Young rushed for 729 yards, averaging 5.2 yards a carry. He also caught 35 passes for 231 yards.

"The one thing that set me apart was that I didn't make the same mistake twice," Young said. "Whatever coaching pointer or critique I would get, I learned from it and never made that mistake again."

Guess what happened when an injury sidelined Young two games last season? Andre Hall, yet another undrafted rookie last season, gained 187 yards on 33 carries. Hall has also played well in the preseason.

And guess who is pushing Hall for carries? Anthony Alridge, an undrafted rookie free agent from Houston. And rookie Ryan Torain, a fifth-round pick from Arizona State, had been impressive in camp until he dislocated his elbow. And there's veteran Michael Pittman.

Young doesn't want to be the guy replaced in favor of the next guy. He wants to be another Broncos running back who gains 1,000 yards.

In Shanahan's 13 years with the Broncos, he has had a 1,000-yard rusher in 11 seasons, and the Broncos have made the playoffs in seven of those seasons. Even more important to Shanahan is yards per carry and the team's total rushing yards. In those seven playoff years, the Broncos rushed for more than 2,300 yards and averaged at least 4.4 yards a carry.

"A lot of guys can get over 1,000 yards if they carry the ball enough," he said. "If you can average in that 5 yards a carry range, you're doing something special."

Shanahan is concerned about whom will accumulate the yards. Young had injuries last year and wasn't the No. 1 back for the full season. The

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backfield is inexperienced and on the small side. Durability is an issue.

"Some guys are able to withstand that punishment week in and week out," Shanahan said. "Other guys can't take the punishment and can't take the number of carries. The key is if you do carry the ball 25 times a game, can you keep that quickness and speed and that endurance throughout the game? All those questions will be answered as time goes on."

A desire to succeed, to prove himself and a fear of losing his job pushes Young. "I feel I have the ability to set myself apart from other guys in the league," he said.

"Now, it's just about execution. … I've seen too many guys with so much talent who either had attitude problems or poor work ethics or wouldn't take time to learn their craft. It's understanding what makes it in this world and what doesn't."

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