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Broncos to let RBs Booker, Riddick hit free agency
The Denver Broncos will reportedly let running backs DEVONTAE BOOKER and THEO RIDDICK hit free agency ahead of the 2020 season. Denver is believed to be looking for “starter type” running… More backs in free agency, with neither Booker nor Riddick fitting that description. Time will tell if the Broncos are truly in the market for a starting running back and, if so, what that might mean for current rushers ROYCE FREEMAN and PHILLIP LINDSAY. Less
Source: Team Blog
Broncos RB Riddick fractures shoulder
Newly acquired Denver running back THEO RIDDICK is expected to miss six to eight weeks after fracturing his shoulder during Thursday’s preseason game. Riddick is not expected to need surgery, but… More he will likely miss two to four regular season games. DEVONTAE BOOKER remains on the roster, and the expectation is that he will be the third running back behind PHILLIP LINDSAY and ROYCE FREEMAN. Booker’s roster spot was previously believed to be in jeopardy. Less
Source: Team Blog
Free agent RB Riddick joins Broncos
Free agent running back THEO RIDDICK will be joining the Denver Broncos for the 2019 season. Riddick was released recently by the Detroit Lions, where he played for the past eight… More seasons. Riddick joins a crowded Broncos backfield that includes PHILLIP LINDSAY, ROYCE FREEMAN, DEVONTAE BOOKER, and others. Fantasy owners should note that the move could put Booker’s roster spot in danger. Less
Source: Team Blog
Denver RB Lindsay runs into record book
Denver running back PHILLIP LINDSAY became the NFL’s first undrafted rookie to produce at least 100 yards from scrimmage in each of his first two games. Despite being listed behind ROYCE… More FREEMAN and DEVONTAE BOOKER on the depth chart, Lindsay has led the Broncos in rushing in each of the first two games. Less
Source: Denver Post
Broncos name Freeman as starting running back
Denver head coach Vance Joseph announced on Monday that rookie running back ROYCE FREEMAN will start for the Broncos. Freeman has been listed as the backup since early August but he… More appears to have won the competition with fellow running back DEVONTAE BOOKER. Booker is still expected to have a role as well, most likely on third downs. Less
Source: Team Website
Booker atop Broncos first depth chart
Denver running back DEVONTAE BOOKER was listed as the No. 1 running back when the Broncos released their first depth chart of the 2018 season. While it’s early and things can certainly change, Booker is ahead of rookie running back ROYCE FREEMAN for now. DE’ANGELO HENDERSON was listed third.
Source: Colorado Springs Gazette
Around the NFL: Bill Musgrave
When I posted the rankings of the offensive coordinators yesterday, I slotted Bill Musgrave in the bottom 10 – 23rd. That’s probably be a little low. He’s been an offensive coordinator for five seasons previously, and he seems to have held up just fine. more »
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Rookie pushing for starting gig in Denver backfield
Denver head coach Vance Joseph said that rookie running back ROYCE FREEMAN “absolutely” has a chance to be the team’s starting running back this year. DEVONTAE BOOKER was the presumed favorite… More after finishing second on the team in rushing last season behind C.J. ANDERSON, who is now in Carolina. Freeman, meanwhile, was a versatile and durable four-year starter in college Less
Source: NBC Sports
Podcast: November 21 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now
Half-Hour Lightning Round: Justin Eleff works the waiver wire coming off of Week 11, then previews Week 12 ahead of the big holiday. Sponsored by DraftKings. more »
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Broncos to add Booker into RB mix
Denver running backs C.J. ANDERSON and JAMAAL CHARLES have shared the Broncos rushing workload this season but the backfield is about to get a little more crowded. DEVONTAE BOOKER could possibly… More return from injury this weekend and head coach Vance Joseph says that all of the backs are going to play. Less
Source: Denver Post
Around the NFL: Denver Broncos
We've had some interest in Devontae Booker. He disappointed as a rookie, but he's a talented guy, and seemed to have a shot to get past C.J. Anderson, plus he was a better bet to stay healthy than Jamaal Charles. But not a great week for those theories. more »
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Denver RB Booker to have wrist surgery, Broncos add RB Ridley
Denver running back DEVONTAE BOOKER will undergo surgery today to repair a fracture in his wrist. With Booker expected to miss at least 6 weeks, the Broncos added veteran running back… More STEVAN RIDLEY to an already crowded backfield. Over the past three years, Ridley has played in only 15 games for five different teams. Less
Source: Denver Post
Crowded backfield in Denver
With C.J. ANDERSON, DEVONTAE BOOKER, JAMAAL CHARLES, JUWAN THOMPSON, and rookie DE’ANGELO HENDERSON all vying for playing time, the Broncos backfield certainly looks like a risky fantasy proposition. While Anderson and Booker are expected to take the lead, the situation bears monitoring.
Source: Denver Post
Around the NFL: Denver Broncos
Devontae Booker, I think, is a key running back. One of those guys that should be available in the later rounds and could pay off nicely. He’s more talented than C.J. Anderson, and I don’t think Jamaal Charles has anything left. more »
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Fantasy News: Fanex Analysis Draft
I drafted Isaiah Crowell with the 36th pick of the Fanex Analysis Draft. Little did I know at the time that he would be the “veteran” runner on my team. All five of the other backs on my roster are entering their second seasons. more »
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