If the Denver Broncos are going to exceed high expectations this NFL season, they’ll likely have to do it with an inexperienced backfield.
The Broncos released two-year starting running back Willis McGahee Thursday, apparently to create more opportunities for second-year pro Ronnie Hillman and rookie Montee Ball.
McGahee, 32, ranks fourth among active running backs in rushing yards since 2004 (8,097) and has scored 63 touchdowns during that span.
In 25 games for the Broncos, he racked up 1,930 rushing yards and eight touchdowns.
Denver’s over/under season win total is currently set at 11.5 at 5Dimes.