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Want to throw against star cornerback? Broncos' Bailey says to bring it on
http://www.denverpost.com/premium/broncos/ci_13501588
Be careful what you wish for!
http://www.denverpost.com/premium/broncos/ci_13501588
.It is often difficult for Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey to practice patience on game day.
He often runs one sprint after another, following receivers who don't see the ball because an eight-time Pro Bowl selection is next to them. But Bailey is hoping, after Sunday's victory over Dallas, that things may change.
"I would love that, really look forward to it," said Bailey, who will be named AFC defensive player of the week today. "Things could be different."
Sunday, Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo challenged Bailey in 1-on-1 coverage more than any quarterback Bailey recalls during his time with the Broncos. Romo even threw Bailey's way on back-to-back plays to close out the game. Bailey knocked away the passes, both intended for Sam Hurd, as the Broncos preserved the victory.
Bailey believes there could be more afternoons like that on his agenda because of the Broncos' pass rush and Andre Goodman on the other side of the formation. The Broncos have been far more aggressive rushing the passer this season and rank second in the league with 15 sacks.
And Goodman, signed in free agency this past offseason, has not been an easy alternative for opposing quarterbacks to solve when they shy away from Bailey.
As a result, when opposing passers are faced with Bailey in 1-on-1 coverage, which is where offensive planning says the ball should go, they let the ball fly instead of going into coverage away from him.
Goodman and Bailey each have a pick this season
Be careful what you wish for!
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