Sunday, August 23, 2015

Denver Broncos defeat Houston Texans 14-10, Peyton Manning struggles in preseason debut

SPORTS DAILY

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John Leyba, The Denver Post

Broncos win, but offense struggles in Peyton Manning's preseason debut

Peyton Manning walked across the NRG Stadium field at 4:22 p.m. Saturday and into the rest of his NFL career. ➤ READ MORE

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Rohan Dennis will take a 44-second lead into the final stage of Pro Challenge

Tinkoff-Saxo's Roman Kreuziger led a break of six men for most of the day and held on for a Stage 6 win Saturday in the USA Pro Challenge.



The Denver Post suspends paywall, opens access to all digital, mobile content

The Denver Post is opening access to its digital content on desktop, mobile and apps for the summer. Unlimited articles in every section, including sports. Read why here.

USA Pro Challenge bike mechanics putting mettle to pedal

Even with the bikes prepared the day before, mechanics with cycling teams at a one-week stage race such as the USA Pro Challenge still wake around 6 a.m.

Saunders: Colorado Rockies' backup catcher Michael McKenry has refreshing attitude

There is a good chance Michael McKenry has played his last game for the Rockies. I'm sure he'll strap on his catcher's armor again somewhere, next year, for another team.



They Said It: Broncos player reactions, quotes from win over Texans

The Broncos defeated the Texans 14-10 for their second preseason and road victory.

Mets have a blast, score 14 on the Rockies - again

In soccer, they're called "ultras" — die-hard, organized, traveling superfans who, with enough beer, become "hooligans." The New York Mets have ultras who call themselves The 7 Line Army.

Kickin' it with Kiz: Denver Broncos will score less in 2015

Thanks for finally saying it, Kiz. The Broncos have disappointed during the Peyton Manning era simply because they are a soft team.



Kiszla vs. Groke: Does Carlos Gonzalez have more value to Rockies as their right fielder or as trade bait?

Before a trade with Toronto broke up the Rockies' dynamic duo of Troy Tulowitzki and Carlos Gonzalez, Tulo always got top billing. Tulo was Batman. CarGo was Robin.

PHOTOS: Broncos Beat Texans In NFL Preseason Game, 14-10

Photo gallery of the Denver's preseason win over Houston

Paige: Peyton Manning not a hit, but better news is he never takes a hit

There was apprehension about and anxiety over a fragile Peyton Manning lining up for the first time in contact circumstances behind three-fifths of an offensive line that politely could be termed the Baby Bloomers, the Toddler Trio, the Kiddie Korps

Jaded Jose Reyes would welcome a trade from the Rockies

Jose Reyes squared toward Washington's pitcher Tuesday, ready to bunt — but he set up a trick. The Rockies' shortstop faked, pulled back and took a called strike.

Ian Sharman wins the Leadville 100 Trail Run for the second time

Ian Sharman won his second Leadville 100 Trail Run on Saturday in only his third attempt, putting significant distance on his chief rival, Mike Aish, in the second half of the 100-mile out-and-back course.

Derek McCartney's dandy debut came with a heavy heart

Derek McCartney had an outstanding redshirt freshman season at defensive end for Colorado in 2014, but he did it with a heart grieving the loss of two loved ones.

Cory James in a rush to play middle linebacker

Clarence James was a master sergeant, and his postings included a stay at Laughlin Air Force Base, on the U.S.-Mexico border in Del Rio, Texas.

Cherokee Trail's Max Gonzales is hurdling life's obstacles

Max Gonzales was having trouble processing what he was hearing. His father, Dave Gonzales, Range view High School's head football coach and a successful and popular figure among his peers, was informed that he was fired.

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