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Is Taj Gibson Ready To Start For The Chicago Bulls?

Posted: 6th November 2009 by Sayre Bedinger in NBA
When the Chicago Bulls drafted Taj Gibson 26th overall back in July, many considered him to be an after thought; a guy who would come in with the rest of the scrubs and get meaningless minutes at the end of a blowout win or loss. How quickly the tables can turn. During the preseason, Gibson proved he was an asset to this Chicago Bulls team, not just as a lanky, shot-blocking defender, ...

Denver Broncos Sign Veteran Cornerback Ty Law

Posted: 6th November 2009 by Sayre Bedinger in NFL
If only they had put this unit together at the start of the decade... In a relatively unexpected move, the Denver Broncos haveáagreed to a contract with veteran cornerback Ty Law, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Law re-joins the league after stints with the New York Jets, Kansas City Chiefs, and you guessed it:á The New England Patriots. Pending a physical, Law will join the Broncos tonight and will give the Broncos the ...

Broncos Add RB Lance Ball, Re-Sign DL Carlton Powell to Practice Squad

Posted: 3rd November 2009 by Sayre Bedinger in NFL
For the second time since the season has started, the Denver Broncos made changes to their roster.á This time, they subtracted and added two players to their practice squad. Joining the Broncos are running back Lance Ball and defensive lineman Carlton Powell.á Running back Darius Walker wasáwaived from the team and defensive lineman Everette Pedescleaux was placed in injured reserve. Ball is in his second year in the NFL out of ...

NFL Power Rankings Week 9: Setting the Records Straight

Posted: 3rd November 2009 by Sayre Bedinger in NFL
And then there were two. The Denver Broncos have been dethroned and their undefeated season has come to a close. The other undefeated teams, Indianapolis and New Orleans, remained perfect though both games came down to the wire. Who has taken the number one spot over? Here are some rules to consider as you make your guesses: 1. Wins and losses; win percentage/ Opponents beaten win percentage This is the biggest factor. A team ...

Ravens 30, Broncos 7: Denver Handed First Loss of 2009

Posted: 1st November 2009 by Sayre Bedinger in NFL
The Denver Broncos have come crashing down to earth, and rightfully so. Denver went to M&T Bank Stadium early Sunday afternoon and had their lunch served courtesy of the Baltimore Ravens. Denver lost its first contest since week three of the preseason in an ugly 30-7 rout by Ray Rice, Joe Flacco, and Baltimore. Both teams were coming off bye weeks, but it was clear which team was more prepared for this game.áBaltimore ...

NFL Power Rankings Week 8: Setting the Records Straight

Posted: 27th October 2009 by Sayre Bedinger in NFL
Welcome to my third edition of NFL "Power Rankings", which are based on what I believe is the most fair system offered out there for any rankings. Most people believe Power Rankings should be based on opinion or hypothetical situations of which team is better than which, but I firmly believe that wins and losses are the only thing that should matter when it comes to this ...

Early Thoughts on The Broncos-Ravens Week Eight Matchup

Posted: 26th October 2009 by Sayre Bedinger in NFL
For Denver Broncos fans and Baltimore Ravens fans alike, the bye week is finally over and it is time to get back to work. Sunday's matchup pits the Broncos (6-0, first place AFC West) against the Ravens (3-3, third place AFC North) in what figures to be a pivotal matchup for both teams. Denver has a flawless record following their bye week and only one injury to report. This has some fearing ...

Denver Broncos Waive Brett Kern, Sign Punter Mitch Berger

Posted: 26th October 2009 by Sayre Bedinger in NFL
It wasnÆt the flashiest move, but the Broncos have finally fiddled with their roster, waiving second year punter Brett Kern and signing veteran Mitch Berger. Kern has been on the hot seat for a while with the Broncos, and there were rumors he would not beat out Britton Colquitt for the punter job earlier this off-season.á Head coach Josh McDaniels and the Broncos have seen enough from Kern, and they ...

Chicago Bulls End Preseason With Dominating 90-73 Win Over Washington

Posted: 23rd October 2009 by Sayre Bedinger in NBA
The Chicago Bulls finished their impressive preseason at 6-2 with a dominating 90-73 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night, and they did it without a good portion of their roster. Guards Derrick Rose, Kirk Hinrich, and Jannero Pargo were held out of the preseason finale with minor injuries. Still, the Bulls were able to come away with a huge win, led mainly by the play of their frontcourt. Tyrus Thomas led the ...

As We Head To the Bye Week, Some Thoughts On the Broncos Off the Field

Posted: 20th October 2009 by Sayre Bedinger in NFL
The Denver Broncos and their fans have little to complain about heading into their bye week. Rookie head coach Josh McDaniels has helped lead this team to its first 6-0 start since the glory days of Broncos past, and Denver has opened up a 3.5 game lead over San Diego in the AFC West. Still, there are some things off the field that could be keeping the Broncos busy through the bye ...