Chris_Tanaka's Blog

No pads today, no shells today, just helmets.  The Broncos are definitely toning down the intensity as their first preseason game approaches.

Speaking of intensity, this team is DYING for some competition NOT wearing blue and orange.  Linebacker Nate Webster went so far as to say the Broncos defense is looking for some "fresh meat".  

I wouldn't want to play against Nate Webster.  Anyone who conjures images of Mike Tyson is bad for your health.  And limbs.

The big bad news of the day: Rookie running back Ryan Torain's injury is worse than first diagnosed.  Turns out #42 has some ligament damage in addition to the fracture in his left elbow, which WILL require surgery to repair.  He'll be out at least 3 months.

The rest of the running backs will have to pick up the slack.  Selvin Young and Andre Hall will most likely split the carries in the regular season, with Cecil Sapp perhaps being the short yardage specialist.  Definitely a damaging blow to the Broncos.