By ARNIE STAPLETON AP Sports Writer

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Chargers erase big deficit to Broncos (PA SportsTicker)

As Week 11 of the NFL season approaches, Scout.com’s Chris Steuber updates his 2009 NFL Rookie Rankings; a Big Board system where the top-20 rookies are ranked. The ranking system is based on playing time, potential impact, surrounding cast and team environment. Redskins OLB Brian Orakpo is rising up the rankings; find out where your teams top rookie ranks inside.

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2009 NFL Rookie Rankings – Week 11

On the field, Kenny Peterson thrives on a steady diet of run-stuffing tackles. But his diet off the field is a tad unexpected for a defensive lineman.

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Soy-Based Success

By ARNIE STAPLETON AP Sports Writer

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Simms gearing up for 1st start since ‘06 injury (PA SportsTicker)

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – Chris Simms was taking snaps with the Denver Broncos’ starters again Thursday.

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Chris Simms’s long road back could lead to first NFL start since 2006 (The Canadian Press)

Broncos coach Josh McDaniels said today quarterback Kyle Orton is making progress with his severely sprained left ankle, but that no determination will be made about Orton’s playing time for

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Chris Simms was taking snaps with the Denver Broncos’ starters again Thursday. That makes it increasingly likely that Simms will start against San Diego on Sunday in place of Kyle Orton, who sprained his left ankle last week against Washington. Coach Josh McDaniels said Orton was feeling better, but Simms was the one under center during the portion of practice open to the media Thursday.

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Simms gearing up for 1st start since ‘06 injury (AP)

Broncos quarterback Kyle Orton was not seen on the field as the team began practice Thursday afternoon. It’s the second straight day Orton has not practiced due to his ankle injury as his teammates prepare for Sunday’s AFC West showdown with the San Diego Chargers.

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New York’s offensive struggles will contribute to the team being a playoff outsider when the field is finalized.

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Eagles, Packers’ futures brighter than Giants’ (Yahoo! Sports)

There are a few Broncos to keep an eye on in Week 11 of fantasy football, including Tony Scheffler — who could be worth a start against a Chargers team that continues to allow touchdowns to opposing tight ends.

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Week 11 Fantasy Preview