Tag: Bryce Callahan
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3 keys to a Broncos’ victory over the Ravens: Slow down Lamar Jackson
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ENGLEWOOD — The Broncos are 3-0 for the first time since 2016 and hope to become 4-0 against the 2-1 Ravens at Empower Field. Here are three keys to a Broncos victory Sunday: Slow down Lamar Jackson The Ravens quarterback is one of the most electric players in football, often using his legs to make…
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Broncos training camp observations: Rookie OLB Jonathon Cooper standing out on and off field
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ENGLEWOOD — The Broncos put on pads for the first time this training camp Tuesday, allowing a new running back and a rookie outside linebacker to stand out. Here are the top observations of the Broncos training camp Day 6: Star of the day: RB Mike Boone Few players starred during Tuesday’s practice, but new…
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Why Pat Surtain II has been the Broncos’ most impressive rookie: ‘He’s always asking questions’
ENGLEWOOD — Few people in the Broncos’ organization have a bad word to say about rookie cornerback Pat Surtain II. The ninth overall pick in the 2021 draft has looked anything but a rookie in his first few training camp practices. He’s only gotten beat a few times — mostly by his former Alabama teammate, Jerry Jeudy —…
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Essang Bassey’s ACL recovery ‘going well’ as he hopes to return to prior self in Broncos’ secondary
When Broncos defensive back Essang Bassey went down in the end zone during the Chiefs opening drive of Sunday Night Football in December, he knew something was wrong. The undrafted rookie had torn his ACL, forcing him to miss the final four games of a season in which he had just started proving his worth.…
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Bryce Callahan ready to play any role in talented Broncos secondary
Bryce Callahan just wants to be on the field. It doesn’t matter if he starts at right corner, left corner or nickel back — where he’s mostly been playing this offseason. But the 29-year-old defensive back, who was arguably the Broncos’ best player in the secondary when healthy last season, is now Denver’s third or fourth…
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Jerry Jeudy showing growth, ‘maturity’ in second year with the Broncos
Jerry Jeudy didn’t drop a pass Tuesday. The Broncos wide receiver stood out during Denver’s 7-on-7 drill, making several catches downfield, including a 35-yard touchdown and a sideline grab, both from Teddy Bridgewater. His route running was crisp, creating separation against veteran corners and his hands were solid, not letting a single pass slip through…
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‘We can do great things.’ New Bronco Ronald Darby has high expectations revamped secondary.
When cornerback Ronald Darby signed with the Broncos this offseason, he knew the challenge he was accepting, playing in the AFC West. Patrick Mahomes, Justin Herbert, Derek Carr — three talented quarterbacks in three high-powered offenses. “We play in a very high passing league — Chiefs, Chargers, Raiders,” Darby said. “You can never have enough good…
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Broncos rookie minicamp observations: Pat Surtain II leading way, Baron Browning comfortable at inside linebacker
Pat Surtain II stood out at Broncos rookie minicamp this weekend. Not only does he look the part, donning the No. 2 jersey and standing at 6-foot-2, 202 pounds, he was also leading the 28 players who participated in the two-day camp. He made sure to be the first player to do every drill. “I’ve…
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Denver Broncos NFL Draft 2021: Breaking down each of Denver’s 10 picks
The Denver Broncos’ 2021 draft class is set. Here’s everything you need to know about each of their picks: Round 1, pick 9: Patrick Surtain II, cornerback Alabama defensive back Patrick Surtain II looks on against Notre Dame at the Rose Bowl game Jan. 1 in Arlington, Texas. The Associated Press School: Alabama Awards: SEC Defensive…