Horse Tracks: Thanking Strap Harris for the memories

Chris Harris, Jr. was one of the most phenomenal players on the Broncos roster in the past two decades.

Chris Harris, Jr. holds a special place in my orange and blue bleeding heart.

I loved this cat’s game from the first time I saw him in training camp. He brought hunger, talent, and elite technique to the field of play in the NFL.

I remember fondly back around 2013 or 2014 spending a lot of time on the Jet’s SB Nation site chatting with their fans and trying to get them to understand that my guy was amazing. They didn’t get it until the Denver Broncos heralded 2015 season, but the No Fly Zone got everyone’s attention that year for sure.

For an undrafted college free agent to come into this league and have the career that he had is a tribute to his work ethic and God-given ability.

Broncos News

Sources: Broncos not picking up QB Zach Wilson’s option – ESPN
The Broncos have informed Zach Wilson and his reps that they will not pick up the fifth-year option in the quarterback’s contract, sources told ESPN’s Jeff Legwold. Wilson was traded to Denver by the Jets last week.

‘Y’all have been so good to me’: Chris Harris Jr. delivers message to Broncos Country
Former Broncos All-Pro cornerback Chris Harris Jr. offers a message for Broncos Country following his retirement from the NFL.

Overcoming the odds: Looking back on Chris Harris Jr.’s career with the Broncos
Former Broncos All-Pro cornerback Chris Harris Jr. has officially announced his retirement after 12 seasons in the NFL.

Chris Harris Jr. officially retires from NFL playing career – Denver Sports
After a 12-season career that included nine in Denver, Chris Harris Jr. announced his retirement from the playing field on April 30.

Seven returning Broncos most affected by the NFL Draft – Denver Sports
Which returning Broncos had their outlooks most changed by the NFL Draft? The list includes plenty of familiar names.

Other NFL News

NFL draft grades, AFC North: Steelers aid new quarterback duo; Ravens add key starters, depth
Did anyone address roster needs more efficiently than the Steelers? How did their divisional rivals fare in comparison? Nick Shook provides draft grades for each AFC North team.

NFL draft grades, NFC East: Eagles find spectacular value (again), while Cowboys confound
Does Eagles GM Howie Roseman deserve ANOTHER round of applause? Did the Commanders just flip the franchise script? How fruitful is the Giants’ QB-free haul? And when, exactly, are the Cowboys going all in? Gennaro Filice provides draft grades for each NFC

Ezekiel Elliott happy to be back with Cowboys: ‘It feels great to be home’
Ezekiel Elliott’s return to the Cowboys this week is a welcomed reunion and another chance to show the NFL world he can still run with the best of them.

Bears CB Jaylon Johnson says no ‘Hollywood’ drama in Chicago with Caleb Williams
Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson cleared the air regarding his “Hollywood” comments in March about his new teammate Caleb Williams.

Jaguars release receiver Zay Jones, kicker Joey Slye – ESPN
The Jaguars have released wide receiver Zay Jones, the team announced Tuesday.

Source – Chiefs sign Travis Kelce to 2-year, $34.25M contract – ESPN
The Chiefs signed star tight end Travis Kelce to a two-year contract on Monday.

Raiders sign former Cowboys WR Michael Gallup – ESPN
The Raiders signed former Dallas Cowboys receiver Michael Gallup to a one-year contract.