The jury’s still out. A tipped pass in another direction, and we could be in very different territory out there.

That said, they’re a ball of fire now — that’s for sure. Heck, I hope they go 15-1.

You won’t find much arguments from us Bronco fans at MHR (other than that we definitely want to stick it to your team this week of course). I will give you a small correction though: Jerome Bettis apologized today on SI.com and a few of the MSM have started retractions (Peter King, John Clayton). Their doom and gloom is being followed by us pretty closely and we’re loving the serving of crow they are getting shoved in their faces right now.

Nothing personal friends. Living in Massachusetts, I know there’s a good majority of Pats fans that still think McDaniels is a good coach, and will do well in Denver. That’s more than anyone could say about Mangini or Weis when they took off.

I appreciate the nice words about McD and what he’s done. It’s funny, with all the garbage spewing around this summer about McDaniels, some of my Pats friends here told me the same thing I felt, which is “Chill out, and just wait. He knows what he’s doing”.

I think people become in love with the notion of a shiny quarterback that can throw 80 yards. They think that’s all that matters. Newsflash for those losers, Big Ben doesn’t have a cannon arm, and although Tom Brady can chuck a few, I don’t think anyone’s going to say he’s got a cannon on his shoulder either. It’s not about how far you can throw the ball, it’s the decisions you make before you throw the ball.

I know there’s going to be a TON of media coverage on this game, but I hope as fans, we can keep it in perspective like the coaches will. Have fun, enjoy the game, because it’s going to be a good one.

I can understand Broncos fans being antsy with the upheaval and the uncertainty of their team in flux, but the media did nothing but keep the brew boiling. Pats fans have been there too, believe me. McDaniels is already tested by that fire. He stood firm, blocked out the media firestorm and “did his job.” He’s been blessed to have the ownership behind him so far too – unlike Belichick in his Cleveland days.

Good point noticing that the media hasn’t been quick to admit they might have been a little quick in their negative assessment of McDaniels. And don’t expect it either. In fact, the best that’s been said recently is what a surprise it’s been that they’re undefeated, or that they had better enjoy it now because of the tough games still ahead on their schedule. The Broncos will be better for it as a team if the media keeps them underdogs, especially in spite of their record. Nothing like a good disrespecting to cement a team together.

one by one
the playoffs, also
the feat
a big surprise

Even bigger one than Borges, as the latter can at least churn out one quality piece once in a while.

Obviously I hope the Pats don’t become the latest victims to the Bronco freight train. But should they lose, I wouldn’t mind too much, as it gives Denver leverage to shut Prisco the hell up.

Thanks for the comments and the insight. You guys are class fans. I’m thrilled to have McDaniels running our team. His coaching hires, FA acquisitions, practice regimen, and straightforwardness have sold me completely.

But I do have one question. Who is this “Jay” everyone keeps talking about? =)

It is good someone, other than us Bronco fans, sees what is really going on. The fact that the media jump all over McD because he doesn’t make decisions that they like is just insane. However I am not surprised one bit. Changes needed to be made and despite all the stats that Cutler had we were still a .500 team that had trouble scoring. McD has changed a lot in Denver and he has brought in a lot of good coaches starting with Mike Nolan and players that fit his system.

Once again thanks for the nice comments and from what I have seen from McD, I can see why you guys liked him so much. You guys are truly classy fans. Oh and rec’d as well.

As a Broncos fan, this offseason was frustrating: not because of the changes, but because those outside the bubble where so hellbent on shouting their ignorant drivel from the rooftops. As a fan of sportsmanship, I’ve really enjoy the kind words exchanged between McDaniels and Belichick through the media so far this week. I’ve always been impressed by the Patriots and look forward to a hard-fought game. Good luck to you guys this weekend, just better luck to us!

However, to the extent that you are saying that McDaniels made the decision to trade Cutler, I disagree. Many if not most of us at MHR believe that it was Broncos’ owner Pat Bowlen that made that decision, after he stated publicly that Cutler had not returned his phone calls, and then Cutler stated that he had not received any phone calls.
You just don’t call Pat Bowlen a liar and remain with the Broncos.
I know that the MSM thinks that it was McDaniels and Xanders that made the trade, but they are a bunch of lazy wallowers. McDaniels and Xanders certainly did it, and did it well, I think, but only after Mr. Bowlen said to get rid of the guy.

As for this weeks game, I think we all know how the Patriots fare against Denver….especially in Denver. We’re talking going back 50 years. Vertical Striped socks are back baby! lmao Beware of mustard yellow and poop colored brown, final score. Broncos 13, Patriots 9. ;-)

He offers an apology for what he wrote in the pre-seasonr:

More apologies: To Josh McDaniels. Before the Broncos played even one game the jury was out on that guy: He was cocky, he was brash, he was young, he looked like a high school kid, and he’d made some boneheaded decisions that broke up a good team. Being a head coach was a little bit over this guy’s head.
After Denver defeated Dallas, we have to reassess those decisions: letting Cutler go; the way he handled Brandon Marshall; bringing in Mike Nolan to lead the defense. We have to look at the people he surrounded himself with — those were some solid choices. He took on his biggest challenge yet with Dallas, and it was a defining moment for this coach. He validated all of those choices. We were all wrong.

has actually said the words, “Josh McDaniels, I owe you an apology.” He’s still not sold on us completely, but I think that a rational person can easily think that.

Just to give (some) credit where it should go.

As Pats fans, I am sure you guys know that LOTS of people hate the Patriots – because they almost always win. People love a winner until they do it for a few years in a row and then for some reason the backlash begins.

That’s what I want. I want people to start hating our Broncos because they win and they do it consistently. When people hate you simply because you’re successful…if that’s all they’ve got…that’s when you KNOW you’ve made it.

Talk to me in a couple of years. I’ll let you know. LOL

Good luck this season, but not too much against our Broncos.

Maybe I should rethink that. I DO have Brady and Moss on my fantasy football team…

Nice Post – Love that your fans seemed well informed

I am impressed with your site and insights….reminds me of us! Hey, thanks for the great training you gave our guy, and good luck all through the regular season (except, of course, Sunday). I left the post-season wishes open….just in case! Again, thanks for the classy cross-chat.