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Sat, 28 Apr 2012 13:06:09 -0700
Philadelphia Eagles SS Brian Dawkins has announced his retirement from professional football.
Sat, 28 Apr 2012 08:42:09 -0700
The Philadelphia Eagles will retire safety Brian Dawkins' No. 20 jersey during Week 4 this year, team owner Jeffrey Lurie said Saturday, April 28.
Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:52:00 -0700
The Philadelphia Eagles will sign free-agent SS Brian Dawkins (Broncos) to a one-day contract so he can retire as a member of the organization.
Mon, 23 Apr 2012 07:55:34 -0700
Free-agent SS Brian Dawkins (Broncos) announced his retirement from the National Football League Monday, April 23.
Fri, 23 Mar 2012 11:43:19 -0700
Free-agent SS Brian Dawkins (Broncos) said the Denver Broncos' signing of QB Peyton Manning will not influence his decision on whether to re-sign with the team or retire.
Fri, 23 Mar 2012 11:42:24 -0700
Free-agent SS Brian Dawkins (Broncos) said he is completely recovered from the neck injury he suffered last season and that all of the numbness in his fingers are gone. He said he suffered a pinched nerve in his neck and needed recovery time.
Fri, 09 Mar 2012 08:40:53 -0800
Safety was considered one of the weakest positions at season's end for the Denver Broncos and they plan to address it during the free-agent market. With S Brian Dawkins (neck) contemplating retirement at 38 years of age, the Broncos need to address the position. The team has youngsters Rahim Moore, Quinton Carter and Rafael Bush, and Moore will get a chance to win a starting job during the offseason. However, he needs to improve his tackling and the Broncos want someone to lead the defense from the safety position. Free-agent Brandon Meriweather (Bears) would be a potential target.
Sat, 25 Feb 2012 05:20:49 -0800
Denver Broncos vice president of football operations John Elway said he has not yet spoken with impending free-agent SS Brian Dawkins regarding his future plans. "I'm not speaking for him, but he's probably going through a tough time," Elway said. "Having been a football player, I know how tough it is to make that decision when you're getting close to the end of your career to know if you want to continue playing or not. To this point haven't had a chance to talk to him."
Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:56:10 -0800
It is uncertain if the Denver Broncos will re-sign SS Brian Dawkins (neck), who is set to become an unrestricted free agent March 13. He missed four of the team's final five games due to a neck injury. The team wants him back, but he has lost a step on defense and the price likely has to be right. Dawkins might also elect to retire.
Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:16:42 -0800
Denver Broncos impending free-agent FS Brian Dawkins (neck) said he is still feeling numbness and weakness along his side because of the neck injury he suffered this season.
Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:09:54 -0800
Denver Broncos impending free-agent FS Brian Dawkins said he will only sign with the Broncos if he decides to play next season.
Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:39:31 -0800
Denver Broncos impending free-agent SS Brian Dawkins (neck) still has not recovered from his neck injury suffered in Week 13. He continues to experience numbness and weakness along his side.
Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:35:45 -0800
Denver Broncos impending free-agent SS Brian Dawkins said he will only play for the Broncos if he decides to play again in 2012. However, Dawkins plans to take his time before making an announcement. "The season is not over yet," Dawkins said. "Our season is, but this football season is not. So why talk about that? I'm not ready to make that announcement. I'll pray about it. If the Broncos want me back at that time, we'll talk."
Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:38:23 -0800
Denver Broncos impending free-agent SS Brian Dawkins said that he plans to play in the Pro Bowl, but hasn't decided whether he will retire. Dawkins missed the team's final three games with a neck injury.
Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:45:11 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) plans to play in the Pro Bowl despite missing the entire playoffs due to a neck injury. In addition, he has not yet made up his mind concerning retirement.
Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:47:24 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins has been named to the AFC roster for the 2012 Pro Bowl in place of injured Pittsburgh Steelers SS Troy Polamalu (undisclosed).
Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:42:40 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins said he will take the offseason to determine if he will return next season or decide to retire. He said he would like to return to the Broncos if he does play next season.
Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:01:46 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins is expected to retire this offseason.
Sat, 14 Jan 2012 16:20:15 -0800
The Denver Broncos have declared SS Brian Dawkins, DL Derrick Harvey, WR Eric Decker, TE Julius Thomas, C Lonie Paxton, LB Mike Mohamed, OT Ryan Harris inactive for Week 19.
Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:50:16 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) did not practice Friday, Jan. 13, and is doubtful for the Divisional round this weekend.
Fri, 13 Jan 2012 11:10:30 -0800
Denver Broncos WR Eric Decker (knee) and SS Brian Dawkins (neck) are not expected to face off against the New England Patriots in the Divisional playoff game Saturday, Jan. 14. Dawkins hasn't practiced this whole week.
Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:25:20 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck), WR Eric Decker (knee) and C Lonie Paxton (personal) did not practice Thursday, Jan. 12.
Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:56:59 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck), WR Eric Decker (knee) and C Lonie Paxton (personal) were not participating in the portion of practice open to the media Thursday, Jan. 12.
Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:39:09 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) and C Lonie Paxton (personal) did not practice Wednesday, Jan. 11.
Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:55:38 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) was doing some stretching and pre-practice drills Wednesday, Jan. 11, in hopes that he may be able to play in the team's Divisional playoff game against the New England Patriots Saturday, Jan. 14. DL Elvis Dumervil (ankle) and S David Bruton (Achilles') were also practicing.
Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:54:35 -0800
Denver Broncos DL Elvis Dumervil (undisclosed), TE Daniel Fells (undisclosed), WR Eric Decker (knee) and Ss Brian Dawkins (neck) and David Bruton (Achilles') were not practicing Tuesday, Jan. 10.
Sun, 08 Jan 2012 12:16:51 -0800
The Denver Broncos have declared FB Austin Sylvester, SS Brian Dawkins, DL Derrick Harvey, TE Julius Thomas, LB Mike Mohamed, OT Ryan Harris, FB Spencer Larsen inactive for Week 18.
Sat, 07 Jan 2012 08:31:29 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) does not think his neck injury will force him to retire and feels like he has come back from worse injuries. Dawkins may still decide to retire this offseason but the neck injury would not be a factor in the decision.
Fri, 06 Jan 2012 12:44:37 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) has been ruled out for the team's Wild Card playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers this weekend.
Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:53:14 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) is unlikely to face off against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the Wild Card playoff game Sunday, Jan. 8. He missed practice again Friday, Jan. 6, and he hasn't practiced since before Christmas.
Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:51:30 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) and FB Spencer Larsen (knee) did not practice Thursday, Jan. 5.
Wed, 04 Jan 2012 14:02:26 -0800
Denver Broncos FB Spencer Larsen (knee), WR Eddie Royal (toe) and SS Brian Dawkins (neck) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 4.
Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:23:30 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) sat out of practice Wednesday, Jan. 4, and the team is listing him as day-to-day.
Sun, 01 Jan 2012 12:29:22 -0800
The Denver Broncos have declared FB Austin Sylvester, SS Brian Dawkins, DL Derrick Harvey, TE Julius Thomas, C Manuel Ramirez, LB Mike Mohamed, OT Tony Hills inactive for Week 17.
Fri, 30 Dec 2011 12:01:36 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) did not practice Friday, Dec. 30, and is doubtful for Week 17.
Thu, 29 Dec 2011 11:22:25 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck), who missed practice again Thursday, Dec. 29, is dealing with a pinched nerve in his neck, according to head coach John Fox.
Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:37:14 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 28.
Tue, 27 Dec 2011 15:06:04 -0800
Denver Broncos CB Champ Bailey and LBs Von Miller and Elvis Dumervil were all named to the AFC roster for this year's Pro Bowl. Miller and Bailey will be starters on the squad. RB Willis McGahee, OT Ryan Clady and SS Brian Dawkins will be first-alternates. Bailey will be making his 11th career Pro Bowl appearance.
Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:58:38 -0800
There are concerns Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins' (neck) career may be over after suffering a neck injury in Week 16. It's the fourth time this season Dawkins has missed parts, or all, of a game with a neck injury.
Sat, 24 Dec 2011 11:20:36 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) injured his neck in Week 16 and will not return to the game.
Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:45:10 -0800
Denver Broncos Ss David Bruton (Achilles') and Brian Dawkins (neck) were limited in practice Friday, Dec. 23, and are questionable for Week 16.
Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:54:56 -0800
Denver Broncos Ss David Bruton (Achilles') and Brian Dawkins (neck) were limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 22.
Wed, 21 Dec 2011 13:44:33 -0800
Denver Broncos Ss David Bruton (Achilles') and Brian Dawkins (neck) were limited in practice Wednesday, Dec. 21.
Tue, 20 Dec 2011 11:08:18 -0800
Denver Broncos RB Willis McGahee (hamstring) was participating in practice Tuesday, Dec. 20, after leaving parts of the team's Week 15 game with a hamstring injury. Ss David Bruton (Achilles') and Brian Dawkins (neck) also returned to practice.
Sun, 18 Dec 2011 12:14:28 -0800
The Denver Broncos have declared SS Brian Dawkins, FS David Bruton, DL Derrick Harvey, TE Julius Thomas, C Manuel Ramirez, LB Mike Mohamed, OT Tony Hills inactive for Week 15.
Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:39:05 -0800
Denver Broncos S David Bruton (Achilles'), S Brian Dawkins (neck) and CB Andre' Goodman (concussion) are listed as questionable for Week 15. Bruton did not practice Friday, Dec. 16, while the other two were limited.
Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:40:06 -0800
Denver Broncos S Brian Dawkins (neck) and CB Andre' Goodman (concussion) were limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 15.
Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:44:51 -0800
Denver Broncos S David Bruton (Achilles'), S Brian Dawkins (neck) and CB Andre' Goodman (concussion) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 14.
Sun, 11 Dec 2011 17:43:13 -0800
Denver Broncos SS Brian Dawkins (neck) suffered a neck injury in the Week 14 game against the Chicago Bears.
Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:51:01 -0800
Denver Broncos S David Bruton (Achilles'), S Brian Dawkins (ankle), TE Daniel Fells (concussion), TE Julius Thomas (ankle) and CB Cassius Vaughn (hamstring) practiced in full Friday, Nov. 25, and are probable for Week 12.