Tag: Melvin Gordon
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Broncos analysis: 3 takeaways from the Broncos’ disappointing loss to the Eagles
DENVER — The Broncos had arguably their most disappointing loss of the season Sunday, falling to the Eagles, 30-13, and dropping to 5-5 on the year. Here are three takeaways from the game: Gordon’s fumble proves costly Facing a fourth and 1 on the Eagles’ 23-yard-line, Broncos running back Melvin Gordon appeared to have gotten a…
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How Broncos rookie Javonte Williams became one of the NFL’s fiercest runners
DENVER — Not long after Brian Hess became the strength and conditioning coach at North Carolina, was he introduced to then-sophomore running back Javonte Williams. Their introduction came in the weight room, where Williams is hard to miss. “I look down and I see Javonte with five plates (495 pounds) on the bar just hammering…
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Denver Broncos running backs Javonte Williams, Melvin Gordon III run for touchdowns, rue missed opportunities in front of end zone
Javonte Williams picked a good time to learn a lesson. The Broncos rookie running back scored his first career touchdown in Sunday’s 26-0 win over the New York Jets and was close to adding a second. With Denver up three possessions in the final minutes of its third straight win to open the season, the…
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Broncos vs Vikings observations: KJ Hamler burns Minnesota defense, Pat Surtain II has pick-6 in NFL debut
MINNEAPOLIS — The Broncos stomped the Vikings 33-6 in their first of three preseason games in Minnesota on Saturday. The Broncos played without a good chunk of their starters, from left tackle Garett Bolles to outside linebacker Von Miller. In total, the Broncos rested 14 starters, including all 11 on defense. But that gave room…
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Broncos training camp observations: Rookie OLB Jonathon Cooper standing out on and off field
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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Broncos RB Melvin Gordon reflects on relationship with Phillip Lindsay: ‘It was in my head a little bit’
ENGLEWOOD — When Melvin Gordon signed with the Broncos in 2020, he knew he’d be competing with Colorado native and fan favorite, Phillip Lindsay, for the starting running back spot. But what Gordon probably didn’t know was just how much Broncos fans loved Lindsay, who left the Broncos and signed with the Texans this past offseason.…
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Broncos free agency: Ronald Darby, Mike Boone ready to help team go to the ‘next level’
Cornerback Ronald Darby and running back Mike Boone got a look at their new home Thursday after both signing with the Broncos this offseason. Darby, from Washington, signed a three-year, $30 million deal, while Boone agreed to a two-year, $2.6 million contract. Both fill holes for Denver, who desperately needed a veteran starting corner and…
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Melvin Gordon’s DUI charges dismissed; Broncos running back likely to avoid suspension
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Broncos running back Melvin Gordon will likely avoid a four-game suspension next season after Denver prosecutors on Wednesday dropped a drunken driving case that stemmed from an October incident. Gordon was pulled over in downtown…
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Broncos notebook: Phillip Lindsay to be tendered, Justin Simmons remains priority, Ja’Wuan James expected to return
While Phillip Lindsay’s future in Denver remains uncertain, Broncos general manager George Paton announced a move Thursday that could be a step in the right direction if the team wants him back next season. Paton said the Broncos intend to tender the running back and Colorado native, meaning they hope to have him back next…