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Broncos tracker: Denver defense aims for improved tackling against Raiders

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Refresh this page for the latest news and notes before, during and after Broncos practice Friday, Sept. 14, from Denver Post beat reporters Ryan O’Halloran and Kyle Fredrickson.

9:30 — Have rule changes hurt Broncos’ tackling effort?

Caught up with Broncos defensive backs coach Marcus Robertson after practice on Thursday. Among the topics covered was tackling. The Broncos missed seven tackles in the first half of last week’s win over Seattle.

I asked Robertson, who played 12 NFL seasons, if it’s natural for tackling to be sloppy because of the practice rules and managing the starters during the preseason.