Broncos at Dolphins - No Scheme Change for Tim Tebow But Advantages Abound
by Kevin Nogle on Oct 22, 2011 5:00 PM EDT
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PrintThe Miami Dolphins host the Denver Broncos on Sunday, with the Broncos making the change from Kyle Orton to second year quarterback Tim Tebow. With two completely different styles of play, the offense for the Broncos should change with the quarterbacks.
Not according to Tebow. "Obviously you play to your player's strengths, and I think our coaching staff has done a good job," Tebow said.
"But no, it's not a different offense or a different scheme. It's the same plays, and maybe the ones I practice a little better out here we'll probably call more."
Tebow took over two weeks ago after Orton was benched by head coach John Fox. Tebow finished the game 4-for-10 passing, for 79 yards and a touchdown, a passer rating of 101.7. He also ran 6 times for 38 yards, and another score. More importantly, Tebow's introduction to the offense served as a jump start to the stagnant Broncos. They were down 26-10 behind Orton; Tebow led them back to within 2 points, at 26-24, before San Diego pulled out to 29-24. Tebow tried to rally the team one last time, falling just short.
Now, named the starter going in to Denver's bye week last week, Tebow has prepared to take on the Dolphins. According to Football Outsiders, Miami has the 30th ranked pass defense and the 26th ranked rush defense. They have the 31st overall defense, with only the Carolina Panthers ranked lower.
And, as if a horrible defense isn't enough of an advantage for Tebow, he is playing in Sun Life Stadium, where he won a high school state championship and a college National Championship.
But, wait, the welcome to south Florida isn't done for Tebow. Having graduated from the University of Florida, and being considered among greatest college football players of all time, the Tebow fans in Miami will be supporting him, even if they are rooting for the Dolphins. Plus, the Dolphins are honoring Tebow, Dolphins rookie Mike Pouncey, and the rest of the 2008 Florida Gators for their National Championship - which was won in Sun Life Stadium.
As the Dolphins prepare to take on the Broncos, Denver's Tim Tebow is the biggest story of the game. While one start in 2011 won't make or break his legacy in the NFL, it could make or break the head coaching tenure of Miami coach Tony Sparano. If the Dolphins can't beat a 1-4 Denver, then look for Stephen Ross, Miami owner, to "review" Sparano's status this week. With the advantages Tebow has going in to this game, that review may be necessary.
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Bring it on teapot welcome back to Florida
This will be must see tv unless the race is on.
by DPHIN on Oct 22, 2011 6:16 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
I wonder who the interim coach would be if Sparano is "further reviewed?"
"The first thing I do when I get out of bed and feel the jolt in my knees is think of Roy Winston. On the second step, my calcified Adam's apple starts bobbing, and I think of Carl Eller. A few more steps in the dark and it's Willie Lanier. By the time I get to the bathroom, I'm flashing back to Dick Butkus and Ray Nitschke. And when the light finally comes on, I just hope that somewhere in the darkness they're thinking of me, too" - Larry Csonka.
He played before my time but one of the toughest SOBs to ever play!
well ots a tossup between Nolan and our offensive coordinator
I think it would possibly be the on that spearheads the better side of the ball this game.
Nolan seems to have the edge due to last season,but his defense isnt exactly hearalding praises this year.
On the flip side,Daboll has yet to light a match in any game except the Pats game,but I think his knowledge of how both New York and New Engand like to coach their teams could be in play here.
Tough choice,bit I wouldn’t say it is a gimme that Nolan wins the job outright.
by dolphinfan4lyfe on Oct 22, 2011 7:04 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
A few weeks ago I suggested one conspiracy of many
Nolan tanks on defense to get the interim HC job. He has a shot to show people he can lead a team again. Suddenly, the D gets called well and we win a few.
"The first thing I do when I get out of bed and feel the jolt in my knees is think of Roy Winston. On the second step, my calcified Adam's apple starts bobbing, and I think of Carl Eller. A few more steps in the dark and it's Willie Lanier. By the time I get to the bathroom, I'm flashing back to Dick Butkus and Ray Nitschke. And when the light finally comes on, I just hope that somewhere in the darkness they're thinking of me, too" - Larry Csonka.
He played before my time but one of the toughest SOBs to ever play!
My guess would be Nolan
So Nolan, having had HC experience would be the logical interrim choice. But I don’t see Tony or anybody else getting the axe until the season ends if he had not been replaced at the bye.
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Back on the Hennewagon. Chuggin' along with no spare...
Nobody else on the staff comes close.
Not that I’m endorsing Nolan.
I never got a prize for doing what was expected of me.
Nolan
2010 The Jim Mandich NewsFlash Award Winner.
Miss the misery.
Need a reason for a change.
Need a reason to explain.
So turn it on again.
Don't change your mind.
You're wasting light.
by Patssuck456 on Oct 23, 2011 12:55 PM EDT up reply actions
This is the last time I'll be here
before the game, so thanks for esteeming me as a friend even though I’m a Broncos fan, it means a lot. After tomorrow, good luck to you, whether it be winning games or getting Andrew Luck, Late!
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With Coach Zorro on our side, we will slice opponents to ribbons. Tim Tebow gives me hope and I already have faith and charity in my heart! I see a propitious future rife with Lombardis for our Broncos!
by the new Bradfather on Oct 22, 2011 7:43 PM EDT reply actions
Well its here again guys. some of my thoughts.
The Broncos like every team in this league have a good squad with alot of talent and are going to be tough to beat. They have had some defensive struggles this year but they have some outstanding talent on that side of the ball. They are very stingy up front and can get pressure with their base four man rushas they were able to do in the second half of the Chargers game. They can also rotate their players from rush DE to OLB because of the personnel they have. Von MIller and Elvis Dumervil are both outstanding and versatile players who can play both positions and at a very high level. They have have players on the interior against of their Dline, notably Broderick Bunkley, and Robert Ayers is a very dangerous player as well at DE.
They arent too deep at Linebacker from what Ive seen of them but their ability to rotate Dumervil and Von Miller helps them in theis area alot. Personally Im a huge fan of Joe Mays.
They have a need at cornerback and I assume most Broncos fans will tell us this but thats not to think they dont have some very good ones. Obviously Champ Bailey is an outstanding veteran player and here we are all very aware of what kind of player Andre Goodman is, however seeing how good a player Cassius Vaughn is and how much faith they have in him was very surprising to me. i spent some time this week watching the Broncos game against San Diego from two weeks back and Vaughn really jumped out to me. He can play the nickel corner position as he has great quickness and recovery speed and they will also play him outside against bigger wideouts. They arent afraid to put him in man coverage and let him play. He reminds me alittle bit of Dimitri Patterson from Cleveland but Vaughn actually may be a younger and more complete version.
They have a better defense than one may think seeing their defensive statistics (as we do though also)
2008 AFC EAST Champions.
thx
"The first thing I do when I get out of bed and feel the jolt in my knees is think of Roy Winston. On the second step, my calcified Adam's apple starts bobbing, and I think of Carl Eller. A few more steps in the dark and it's Willie Lanier. By the time I get to the bathroom, I'm flashing back to Dick Butkus and Ray Nitschke. And when the light finally comes on, I just hope that somewhere in the darkness they're thinking of me, too" - Larry Csonka.
He played before my time but one of the toughest SOBs to ever play!
lol was that sarcasm.
So Strange what are soem thoughts you have on the Broncos and/or our game tommorow?
2008 AFC EAST Champions.
No sarcasm
I am glad there is a straight up review of the game that isn’t polarizing
Tell you the truth, I haven’t been able to watch any broncos games. The baby and my semester have limited my football viewing.
"The first thing I do when I get out of bed and feel the jolt in my knees is think of Roy Winston. On the second step, my calcified Adam's apple starts bobbing, and I think of Carl Eller. A few more steps in the dark and it's Willie Lanier. By the time I get to the bathroom, I'm flashing back to Dick Butkus and Ray Nitschke. And when the light finally comes on, I just hope that somewhere in the darkness they're thinking of me, too" - Larry Csonka.
He played before my time but one of the toughest SOBs to ever play!
congratulations on the baby
and on a healthy birth Strange. Im happy for you.
2008 AFC EAST Champions.
He was born in late July
so almost 3 months now. I also have a three year old, so my sundays involve going to the Zoo, reading articles for school and doing the dishes/playing with the kids with the phins game on in the background.
"The first thing I do when I get out of bed and feel the jolt in my knees is think of Roy Winston. On the second step, my calcified Adam's apple starts bobbing, and I think of Carl Eller. A few more steps in the dark and it's Willie Lanier. By the time I get to the bathroom, I'm flashing back to Dick Butkus and Ray Nitschke. And when the light finally comes on, I just hope that somewhere in the darkness they're thinking of me, too" - Larry Csonka.
He played before my time but one of the toughest SOBs to ever play!
Thanks, and that is why I thanked you for the summary of the Broncos
"The first thing I do when I get out of bed and feel the jolt in my knees is think of Roy Winston. On the second step, my calcified Adam's apple starts bobbing, and I think of Carl Eller. A few more steps in the dark and it's Willie Lanier. By the time I get to the bathroom, I'm flashing back to Dick Butkus and Ray Nitschke. And when the light finally comes on, I just hope that somewhere in the darkness they're thinking of me, too" - Larry Csonka.
He played before my time but one of the toughest SOBs to ever play!
Lmao!
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We often look rite past the positive's cuz the negative's-r-so hard they dominate! Have you touched & preened your beaver-pelt yet! Captain beem me abord the luckmobil!
by wild zion beaver on Oct 24, 2011 12:06 AM EDT up reply actions
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