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Do you think Nash will make the first cut? I honestly have no clue about our 3rd string RB situation, not sure who's going to be around between Dayne, Cobb, and Nash. Thought this was a decent read... 
Broncos' Nash tries to run in one place
By Pat Rooney, Special to the News
August 24, 2006
ENGLEWOOD - Damien Nash probably is not yet old enough to be tagged with a cutesy nickname such as "The Travelin' Man."
But, youth aside, Nash certainly has logged a lot of miles and has been immersed in several offensive schemes since he graduated from East St. Louis (Ill.) Senior High School in 2001.
A junior college, a Big 12 Conference school and his first NFL team already are in Nash's rearview mirror. Just a few weeks into his tenure with the Broncos, Nash hopes he finally has found a home.
Despite missing practice Wednesday because of a slightly sprained knee he suffered Saturday against the Tennessee Titans, Nash has been so impressive since joining the Broncos backfield as a free agent Aug. 3 that he is pushing former Heisman Trophy winner Ron Dayne for a roster spot.
It perhaps is one of the biggest surprises of the Broncos' preseason that Nash has rebounded from a checkered past to make such a positive impression.
"I've just been doing what I always do, and that is come in and push myself to compete at the highest level," Nash said. "I just want to get somewhere and be somewhere - hopefully, it's here - that I can settle down and call it home and have a successful career."
Settling down hasn't been easy. After playing one season at Coffeyville (Kan.) Community College, Nash went to the University of Missouri and turned in plenty of sparkling moments.
Yet Tigers fans might remember Nash best for publicly criticizing the play-calling of coach Gary Pinkel after a tough loss against Oklahoma State, an episode that led to a one-game suspension and hastened Nash's early departure for the NFL.
Tennessee selected Nash in the fifth round of the 2005 draft, and he appeared in three games for the Titans. But Nash found himself in the doghouse of Titans coach Jeff Fisher after he reported to camp overweight. He was waived July 31 and quickly signed with the Broncos, who have seen the best of Nash in his short stint with the club.
Nash has gained 72 rushing yards on 14 attempts in two preseason games, but between his knee injury, which he described as a "day to day" situation, and the fact the Broncos starters will play at least one half against Houston on Sunday, Nash will have fewer opportunities to keep pushing his way up the depth chart.
"I know I can be probably one of the top backs in the league if I put my mind to it," Nash said. "There is a place for everybody, and if Denver is the place for me, I'd be happy to be here."
Broncos' Nash tries to run in one place
By Pat Rooney, Special to the News
August 24, 2006
ENGLEWOOD - Damien Nash probably is not yet old enough to be tagged with a cutesy nickname such as "The Travelin' Man."
But, youth aside, Nash certainly has logged a lot of miles and has been immersed in several offensive schemes since he graduated from East St. Louis (Ill.) Senior High School in 2001.
A junior college, a Big 12 Conference school and his first NFL team already are in Nash's rearview mirror. Just a few weeks into his tenure with the Broncos, Nash hopes he finally has found a home.
Despite missing practice Wednesday because of a slightly sprained knee he suffered Saturday against the Tennessee Titans, Nash has been so impressive since joining the Broncos backfield as a free agent Aug. 3 that he is pushing former Heisman Trophy winner Ron Dayne for a roster spot.
It perhaps is one of the biggest surprises of the Broncos' preseason that Nash has rebounded from a checkered past to make such a positive impression.
"I've just been doing what I always do, and that is come in and push myself to compete at the highest level," Nash said. "I just want to get somewhere and be somewhere - hopefully, it's here - that I can settle down and call it home and have a successful career."
Settling down hasn't been easy. After playing one season at Coffeyville (Kan.) Community College, Nash went to the University of Missouri and turned in plenty of sparkling moments.
Yet Tigers fans might remember Nash best for publicly criticizing the play-calling of coach Gary Pinkel after a tough loss against Oklahoma State, an episode that led to a one-game suspension and hastened Nash's early departure for the NFL.
Tennessee selected Nash in the fifth round of the 2005 draft, and he appeared in three games for the Titans. But Nash found himself in the doghouse of Titans coach Jeff Fisher after he reported to camp overweight. He was waived July 31 and quickly signed with the Broncos, who have seen the best of Nash in his short stint with the club.
Nash has gained 72 rushing yards on 14 attempts in two preseason games, but between his knee injury, which he described as a "day to day" situation, and the fact the Broncos starters will play at least one half against Houston on Sunday, Nash will have fewer opportunities to keep pushing his way up the depth chart.
"I know I can be probably one of the top backs in the league if I put my mind to it," Nash said. "There is a place for everybody, and if Denver is the place for me, I'd be happy to be here."
I couldn't agree with you more. You may wish to speak freely. But, that is considered using his name in vain. Some wish not to see things like that. Let's just respect one another. Christian or not!
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