Broncos happy to have “dominant downhill runner” Melvin Gordon as part of offense
(WorldNews Sport)

Broncos running back Melvin Gordon is already ahead of where he was last August. Then: Embroiled in an ultimately futile contract dispute with the Los Angeles Chargers, Gordon skipped all of training camp and the first three regular-season games. Now: Gordon is battling Phillip Lindsay to be the Broncos` starter against Tennessee on Sept. 14. The Gordon on display during the Broncos` practices — smooth cut-backs, consistent pass-catching and speed to get around the corner — is why general manager John Elway signed him to a two-year, $16 million contract. “He`s a dominant downhill runner,” said inside linebacker Todd Davis, a former Gordon AFC West opponent and now his teammate....