Denver Broncos
Joel Dreessen - #81 - TE
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 4"/ 245 lbs. |
| Birthday | 07/26/1982 |
| Birthplace | Ida Grove, IA |
| College | Colorado State |
| Years played | 8 |
| Drafted | 2005, 6th round, 24th pick by Jets |
2012 STATS
| Rec | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 41 | 356 | 5 |
Broncos expect quick return by Ayers
Although he was initially expected to miss 2-3 months, Denver believes that OLB Robert Ayers will be able to return to the team from his broken foot much earlier than that, perhaps in the next few weeks, according to AFC ...
Five minutes with a legend: Randy Gradishar
Mike Beacom catches up with Broncos legend Randy Gradishar, who discusses his Pro Bowl career, including the glorious 1977 season when the "Orange Crush" defense ruled the AFC.
Broncos welcome return of FS Dawkins, CB Goodman
The Broncos didn't win a game without both FS Brian Dawkins and CB André Goodman in the lineup, and we hear the lack of experience that Denver was left with limited the defense's ability to make adjustments.
Broncos CB Cox's status unknown for London
The Broncos head to London on Thursday and might not be joined by rookie CB Perrish Cox.
Broncos re-sign DT Smith
The Broncos re-signed DT Le Kevin Smith on Tuesday after giving up 328 rushing yards to the Raiders on Sunday.
49ers QB Smith gets shoulder checked in London
49ers QB Alex Smith had his injured left shoulder checked at a London hospital on Monday morning and is still unsure if he can play against the Broncos at Wembley Stadium on Sunday.
Raiders set team scoring mark, rout Broncos 59-14
Behind Darren McFadden's four touchdowns, the Raiders scored the most points in their 50-year history Sunday with a 59-14 thrashing of the demoralized Broncos.
Beadles key to Broncos' improved rushing attack
The Broncos welcomed RB Knowshon Moreno back last week, but that's not the only reason Denver saw an improvement in its running game.
Broncos place WR Willis on I.R.
Broncos wide receiver and special-teams contributor Matt Willis has been placed on season-ending injured reserve after breaking his foot in Sunday's loss to the Jets.
LT, Jets hold off Broncos
LaDainian Tomlinson scored his second touchdown from 2 yards out with 73 seconds left after a pass interference flag and the New York Jets rallied past the Denver Broncos 24-20 on Sunday.
Broncos add defensive depth
The Broncos have signed SS Kyle McCarthy and OLB Kevin Alexander from their practice squad, giving the team increased depth on defense and increased speed on special teams.
Report: Revis a game-time decision
The Jets will not make a decision on CB Darrelle Revis' status until game time on Sunday, a league source told Rich Cimini of ESPNNewYork.
Elway sacked by Ponzi scheme
The Denver Post reported on Thursday that John Elway and his business partner lost $15 million in a Ponzi scheme to hedge fund manager Sean Mueller, who has been accused of racketeering, fraud and theft.
S Bruton, CB Jones to have expanded roles for Broncos
The wave of injuries that has hit the Broncos over the past few weeks should mean additional playing time for S David Bruton and CB Nate Jones.
Broncos lose two key defenders
The Denver Post reports that Broncos OLB Robert Ayers (foot) and FS Brian Dawkins (knee) will miss multiple games after suffering injuries in Week Five.
PLAYER NEWS
The Denver Broncos keep adding offensive personnel for Peyton Manning as they agreed to terms with Dreessen.|||||||
The former Colorado State University standout has hauled in 110 passes for 1,364 yards and 13 TDs in six seasons with the New York Jets and Houston Texans. Last season, Dreessen caught 28 passes for 353 yards and six scores for the Texans. Dreessen was a sixth-round pick of the Jets in 2005 after a stellar career at CSU in which he was a two-time All-Mountain West Conference selection.
Dreessen had 112 yards receiving in a loss to the Raiders on Sunday.|||||||
Dreessen was the beneficiary when the Texans had to air things out in the second half and with Andre Johnson out. He had 44 yards receiving in the first four games. Johnson likely will miss one more game, boosting Dreessen's value.
Dreessen had five catches for 73 yards and one touchdown in Sunday's 31-24 win at Oakland.|||||||
Dreessen was a primary target with Andre Johnson out. Fantasy owners should determine if Johnson is healthy to figure out whether to start Dreessen.
Dreesen was signed by the Texans on Tuesday.|||||||
Dreessen made the Texans' opening day roster, but was released when Houston signed Cedric Killings on Sept. 14. Dreessen is in his first year as a Texan after spending the 2005 season with the New York Jets.
