The Facts: Following up on Adam Schefter's reporting. ... Marshall asked owner Pat Bowlen to be traded during their Friday meeting. Per Schefter, Marshall told Bowlen, "I think I'd like to be traded." Schefter said that Bowlen asked Marshall to take some time to consider whether he wants a new contract or a trade and that Marshall is expected to stick to his guns.

Diehards Line:Again, we find it hard to believe the Broncos will allow a second high-profile skill player simply talk his way out of Denver. Then again, if you're a team that's starting over, why build it around those not interested in being there? Given Marshall's ongoing contract demands, history of injury issues (coming both on and off the field) and a littany of off-field and legal issues (remember, future transgressions could easily cost Marshall substantial playing time), one could certainly question the wisdom of paying him top dollar to stick around. Possible suitors? Schefter suggests the obvious: Chicago. ... Whatever the case, we're bound to hear more in coming weeks. Stay tuned.