AFC West: Marquez Branson
Justin Fargas ready for a new chance
August, 11, 2010
8/11/10
3:15
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By
Bill Williamson | ESPN.com
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- New Denver Broncos running back Justin Fargas is surely grateful for being in an NFL uniform again, even though it’s strange for him to wear the colors of his former enemy.
Fargas has been looking for work since he was cut by Oakland in March. He visited with several teams, but teams were worried about his history of knee issues.
The Broncos signed Fargas after keeping in touch with him for some time. Denver has several running backs injured and Fargas will immediately get a chance to show what he can do. He was on the practice field Wednesday morning after signing earlier in the day.
He knows he needs to take advantage of this opportunity.
“It’s going to be whatever I make it,” Fargas said.
Meanwhile, Denver’s summer of injury has continued. Tight end Marquez Branson suffered a right leg injury and had to be carted off the field Wednesday morning. The team has not given an update on his status yet. Receiver Jabar Gaffney left the field for an undisclosed reason and did not return to the morning practice.
The Baltimore Sun suggests perhaps the cornerback-hungry Baltimore Ravens will pursue Denver starting cornerback Andre' Goodman. The Broncos would likely ask for a decent return for Goodman, who played well last year. If Denver was to deal Goodman, veteran Nate Jones and rookie Perrish Cox, who has been outstanding in camp, would take on increased roles.
In other news, cornerback Champ Bailey is clearly behind coach Josh McDaniels and he made an interesting point about two high-profile former teammates.
Fargas has been looking for work since he was cut by Oakland in March. He visited with several teams, but teams were worried about his history of knee issues.
The Broncos signed Fargas after keeping in touch with him for some time. Denver has several running backs injured and Fargas will immediately get a chance to show what he can do. He was on the practice field Wednesday morning after signing earlier in the day.
He knows he needs to take advantage of this opportunity.
“It’s going to be whatever I make it,” Fargas said.
Meanwhile, Denver’s summer of injury has continued. Tight end Marquez Branson suffered a right leg injury and had to be carted off the field Wednesday morning. The team has not given an update on his status yet. Receiver Jabar Gaffney left the field for an undisclosed reason and did not return to the morning practice.
The Baltimore Sun suggests perhaps the cornerback-hungry Baltimore Ravens will pursue Denver starting cornerback Andre' Goodman. The Broncos would likely ask for a decent return for Goodman, who played well last year. If Denver was to deal Goodman, veteran Nate Jones and rookie Perrish Cox, who has been outstanding in camp, would take on increased roles.
In other news, cornerback Champ Bailey is clearly behind coach Josh McDaniels and he made an interesting point about two high-profile former teammates.
KC Joyner has an Insider column on ESPN.com stating the reasons why he believes JaMarcus Russell can still succeed in the NFL.
Joyner has long been a Russell guy. Prior to last season, Joyner was pushing the virtues of Russell. He makes good points. There are reasons for Russell to get another chance. He has two good things going for him, in my opinion: His rocket arm and the fact that’s he’s just 24.
Some team will eventually sign this guy and make him a No. 3 quarterback. I could see teams like Minnesota or Miami eventually considering him.
By the way, why are folks debating whether Jason Campbell will be the starter in Oakland? The Raiders didn’t trade for him and then extend his contract so he can be the backup. I know Oakland coach Tom Cable talks about an open competition. But come on. Campbell is the guy. End of story. If for some reason, he doesn’t win the job, the Raiders will be very disappointed.
Backup Denver offensive lineman Matt McChesney has been forced to retire after suffering ankle injury. He was he hurt while playing golf. A golf cart hit him, injuring the same ankle that was surgically repaired last year.
It’s been a tough offseason for Denver offensive linemen. Star left tackle Ryan Clady is out for, at least, the start of the season after partially tearing his patella tendon in his knee. Clady was injured while playing basketball. Denver coach Josh McDaniels may want to consider banning his boys from all non-football related sports. It seems they are safer on the gridiron.
The Broncos are excited about second-year tight end Marquez Branson. They think he can take over as the receiving tight end role. The job was Tony Scheffler’s, but he was sent to Detroit. McDaniels was talking up the former undrafted rookie. It will be interesting to see how he develops.
Joyner has long been a Russell guy. Prior to last season, Joyner was pushing the virtues of Russell. He makes good points. There are reasons for Russell to get another chance. He has two good things going for him, in my opinion: His rocket arm and the fact that’s he’s just 24.
Some team will eventually sign this guy and make him a No. 3 quarterback. I could see teams like Minnesota or Miami eventually considering him.
By the way, why are folks debating whether Jason Campbell will be the starter in Oakland? The Raiders didn’t trade for him and then extend his contract so he can be the backup. I know Oakland coach Tom Cable talks about an open competition. But come on. Campbell is the guy. End of story. If for some reason, he doesn’t win the job, the Raiders will be very disappointed.
Backup Denver offensive lineman Matt McChesney has been forced to retire after suffering ankle injury. He was he hurt while playing golf. A golf cart hit him, injuring the same ankle that was surgically repaired last year.
It’s been a tough offseason for Denver offensive linemen. Star left tackle Ryan Clady is out for, at least, the start of the season after partially tearing his patella tendon in his knee. Clady was injured while playing basketball. Denver coach Josh McDaniels may want to consider banning his boys from all non-football related sports. It seems they are safer on the gridiron.
The Broncos are excited about second-year tight end Marquez Branson. They think he can take over as the receiving tight end role. The job was Tony Scheffler’s, but he was sent to Detroit. McDaniels was talking up the former undrafted rookie. It will be interesting to see how he develops.
More AFC West practice squad news
September, 6, 2009
9/06/09
8:20
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By
Bill Williamson | ESPN.com
Posted by ESPN.com’s Bill Williamson
Here is Denver’s announcement of its practice squad:
The Denver Broncos on Sunday signed tight end Marquez Branson, cornerback Tony Carter, guard Mitch Erickson, cornerback D.J. Johnson, inside linebacker Braxton Kelley, defensive lineman Everette Pedescleaux, running back Darius Walker and wide receiver Matthew Willis to their practice squadHere is Kansas City’s seven-man list. The limit is eight:
- Jackie Bates, CB
- Tom Crabtree, TE
- Dion Gales, DE
- Bobby Greenwood, DE
- Darryl Harris, G
- Javarris Williams, RB
- Rodney Wright, WR
Posted by ESPN.com’s Bill Williamson
All of the AFC West cuts are in.
The Broncos just announced their final cuts. I will post an analysis on Denver’s cuts soon:
Marquez Branson
Tony Carter
Nic Clemons
Tim Crowder
Mitch Erickson
Vernon Fox
D.J. Johnson
Braxton Kelley
Everette Pedescleaux
Antwain Spann
Darius Walker
Matt Willis
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