Wake Up, Bronco Nation: Boise State in Hard Knocks; Tyrone Crawford injury; Donte Deayon practice motivation; Billy Winn

Finally they are making a movie about clocks.

It’s about time!

Boise State soccer preseason update

Bunch of stuff going on for the soccer team as they enter the new season. The soccer team has their first match on August 18.

Lots of Boise State representation on Hard Knocks

There is going to be some stuff to unpack here. (Below are some mild spoilers, so if you don’t want to see them, move on by.)

Sperbeck got cut.

Doug Martin showing the rookies how it’s done.

Not a Hard Knocks clip, but when Doug Martin isn’t cutting a rug he’s breaking ankles

Jeremy McNichols’ old Boise State monicker looks to follow him to the pros.

This may make me want to watch this show.

Tyrone Crawford gets injured during practice

Somewhat painful looking injury going on here so, again, scroll on by if you don’t want to se it.

Glad it isn’t too serious but, by the looks of the picture, it could have been worse.

Why Darian Thompson believes his best is yet to come

I know we are all collectively nodding our heads in agreement. But it is just nice to see Darian Thompson getting his recognition.

CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie supplemented Donte Deayon’s paycheck

Fun story here. Any time a guy goes down with an injury it’s a scary time. Never know if it is going to cost you a spot on the team, practice-squad, or no. I am also glad Deayon saw some success in the arrangement with Rodgers-Cromartie.

Denver Broncos trying Billy Winn at long-snapper

Hey. Always good to be versatile. And to make yourself invaluable to your team. Being a snapper would be pretty stressful as a lot can depend on you. Good for Billy Winn.

Scary moment for Chanceller James

The former Broncos safety had a close-call with another 49er, linebacker Donavin Newsom. The one positive here is that the “only” thing that happened to Mr. Newsom was a concussion. He had feeling in his extremities and could move them. Wish both of these athletes well.

Jay Ajayi limited at Miami Dolphins practice

Makes total sense. Have to preserve him and get him back on the field for actual games.

Seattle Times projects the Seattle Seahawks’ 53-man roster

What do you think of Rees Odhiambo’s chances? What do the guys at the Times think? Better click to find out.

Buffalo Bills released their depth chart yesterday

Where does Tanner Vallejo fit in? Better find out.

Also: Tanner Vallejo got a little banged up at Buffalo training camp

I hate injuries, regardless of how big or small. They are brutal.

Miscellinkeous

A question I have always wondered: Is it raining in Scotland?