In The Press
From the football field to the medical field: Former Bronco working to become physical therapist
David Bruton Jr. is pursuing a doctorate degree in physical therapy at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. AURORA, Colo — Nearly every NFL player will tell you about the dream that began in childhood.
9NEWS selects Broncos All-Decade Special Teamers
Holliday, Kreiter, Colquitt, Bruton, Prater recognized as team’s best during the 2010s. DENVER — 9NEWS continues its Broncos All-Decade segment with the top special team players. The second-best returner: Diontae Spencer
Contributing to the greater good
Students take lead of former Broncos star, volunteer to read to grade-schoolers. David Bruton Jr., a towering figure in almost any room, looks especially imposing when he walks into the lobby of Denver Public Schools’ Greenlee Elementary School. But there’s something...
‘Bruton’s Books’ Continues To Make An Impact In Denver, And Eventually In D.C
When an NFL player leaves a team where he has spent the majority – or all – of his career, he can leave many things behind unrelated to football. Such is the case for David Bruton Jr., who signed with the Redskins this offseason and in the process left a community in...
David Bruton continues to make a difference, launches first Club Connect in Colorado
He had stood in front of 70,000+ fans making interceptions on the football field to lead his team to victory, but it was at Kenton Elementary School in Aurora, Colorado where Broncos’ safety David Bruton felt the most nervous. He was there to launch Colorado’s first...
David Bruton’s season ends early, but biggest job continues
David Bruton was summoned to coach Gary Kubiak's office Tuesday afternoon to get the news he expected but nonetheless hated to hear. The Broncos were placing the veteran safety on injured reserve. His season — the finest of his seven-year career — was over, with two...
Broncos get in the holiday spirit with Boys & Girls Club bike giveaway
Five Broncos players helped children from the Denver Broncos Boys & Girls Club pick out new bikes in a giveaway for the club. ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — A fractured fibula couldn't keep David Bruton Jr. from playing the entire game against the Steelers on Sunday, and it...
Through My Eyes: David Bruton Jr. on powering through a broken leg
In his own words, David Bruton Jr. reflects on powering through a fractured fibula and how he wants to see his team react after dropping two consecutive games....
David Bruton suffered broken leg early vs. Steelers, played through pain
His teammates had no idea. He had no idea. Late in the first quarter Sunday in Pittsburgh, Broncos safety David Bruton dropped back to aid cornerback Aqib Talib in coverage on a deep pass thrown by Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. After punching the ball out...
Bruton honored by the Broncos
David Bruton has been honored by the Denver Broncos as he was awarded the Walter Peyton Man of the Year. His work with his foundation Bruton’s Books has been a huge success in the Denver community…..
Broncos’ David Bruton nominated for NFL Man of the Year Award
Broncos safety David Bruton is one of 32 nominees for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award in recognition of his efforts to improve childhood literacy. His foundation is called Bruton's Books. Its mission is to improve the reading resources available to...
David Bruton named the Denver Broncos 2015 Walter Payton Man of the Year
David Bruton isn’t the most recognizable name in football. Even within Denver, some people may wonder who that No. 30 is wearing the “C” on his chest, especially in years past. But there is absolutely no question that the seven-year Bronco out of Notre Dame is one of...
David Bruton Jr. named 2015 Broncos Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — While safety David Bruton Jr. has found his niche in a top defense on the field, 2015 has also been the year the seven-year veteran found his niche off it with his Bruton's Books program to help children become better readers. For his commitment to...
David Bruton named Broncos’ Walter Payton Man of the Year
The Broncos on Wednesday selected safety David Bruton as their Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award recipient for his “outstanding leadership both on the field and in the community.” “It’s very rewarding, but I don’t get rewarded just by the accolades,” Bruton...
Broncos Q&A: David Bruton talks books, his pursuit of advanced degree, more
During the offseason, safety David Bruton made one thing clear: He wasn't looking to play backup. As the most tenured Broncos on the active roster, Bruton wanted to be a starter. Eight games into the season, the seventh-year safety has proven himself as an invaluable...
SNF Interview with Michelle Tafoya
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Broncos David Bruton wants to make jump from special teams ace to just ‘special’
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- In some ways for Denver Broncos safety David Bruton Jr., whether he’s being called “awesome" by his head coach these days or getting some live broadcast love during a primetime appearance for the team, he’s an overnight sensation that’s been seven...
David Bruton’s film study makes him the latest Broncos clutch playmaker
Football is a lot like school. Preparation breeds success. Against the Detroit Lions on Sunday night, the formation Broncos safety David Bruton saw was familiar, the play predictable. Bruton watched the Lions run what he called a "wrap-six" countless times on film, so...
David Bruton Jr. Prepared to Fill in for T.J. Ward, and More if Needed
When David Bruton Jr. looks around the Denver Broncos' locker room these days, it’s easy for him to do the math. With tackle Ryan Clady on injured reserve for the season, Bruton is now the longest-tenured homegrown player on the team’s 53-player roster. Bruton was one...
David Bruton gives back thanks to Bike for Books
KUSA - Broncos fans are used to seeing David Bruton on the football field, but the Safety has other interests. If Bruton is not on the field you can probably find him on a bike, as long as it's not a stationary bike. "I hate stationary bikes, I hate treadmills, if my...
Bruton’s Books hopes to turn page on illiteracy
Once upon a time, David Bruton spent a lot of time in front of the class. "I just wanted to do something that made a difference outside of sports," said the Broncos safety. A former substitute teacher, Bruton saw a need. A need that has him back in school. "We have a...
Broncos’ David Bruton Jr. launches foundation, childhood reading program
Broncos safety David Bruton Jr. announced on Wednesday the launch of The David Bruton Foundation and Bruton’s Books to help improve the reading proficiency of students in lower-income communities in the Denver-metro area. VIEW FULL STORY SOURCE:...
Bruton on Bruton’s Books: ‘Reading opens minds’
David Bruton talks to the press about his new initiative "Bruton's Books". WATCH VIDEO SOURCE: http://www.denverbroncos.com/multimedia/videos/Bruton-on-Brutons-Books-Reading-opens-minds/df42e38f-afff-4256-83db-690a4c0981e7
David Bruton Jr. Announces Early-Childhood Reading Program Foundation
David Bruton Jr. is reaching out to Denver community children to share his passion for reading. Broncos safety David Bruton Jr.'s passion for teaching has led to a new charitable foundation and program, he announced on Wednesday. The former short-term substitute...
Broncos’ Safety David Bruton Jr. Launches Charity to Help Kids Read
On a day that showcased grim football news via Aaron Hernandez and is also Tax Day (aka, most stressful day of the year), Broncos' David Bruton, Jr. is providing some really, really good news. The safety and special teams ace just launched The David Bruton Foundation...
David Bruton looking to add to his lengthy résumé: starting safety
Sporting black, thick-framed eyeglasses, David Bruton accented his sculpted body with the bookworm look. The Broncos' backup safety and special teams ace used his news conference appearance Wednesday to announce the start of his Bruton's Books foundation. There's an...