What fuels internal competition for Broncos’ pass rush? ‘It’s a race to the quarterback’
2 months ago

What fuels internal competition for Broncos’ pass rush? ‘It’s a race to the quarterback’

New York Times  

It was only a few days into Denver Broncos training camp, but Jonathon Cooper was ready to share a lofty goal. The Broncos, after all, haven’t had a single player reach double-digit sacks since 2018, when prime Von Miller and all-rookie linebacker Bradley Chubb had 14 1/2 and 12 takedowns, respectively. “It’s a race to the quarterback,” said Allen, whose 39 pressures this season are second in the NFL behind injured Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson. As Cooper spotted Bonitto from across the locker room after Thursday’s game, he shouted, “Five in a row!” in a nod to Bonitto’s streak of consecutive games with at least one sack, which is tied for the second-longest in team history behind Miller’s six-game stretch in 2018. Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph said recently he has enjoyed coaching a band of “self-made guys that are just grinders.” “That’s helped our process of working hard, being smart, studying and just doing it right,” Joseph said.

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QB Cooper Rush providing big lift to Cowboys offense
1 week ago

QB Cooper Rush providing big lift to Cowboys offense

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Cooper Rush and the Dallas offense seem to be rounding into form, although it is almost certainly a matter of too little, too late for the Cowboys playoff hopes. The 31-year-old Rush threw a career-high three touchdown passes on Sunday and Rico Dowdle bested his career high in rushing for the third straight week as the Cowboys …

49ers look to maintain their ‘urgency’ when they host the rival Rams
1 week, 4 days ago

49ers look to maintain their ‘urgency’ when they host the rival Rams

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — At this point the past two seasons, the San Francisco 49ers were fighting for playoff positioning rather than their playoff lives. No matter what’s really happened in terms of the trajectory of the injuries, they’re going to be ready to go.” Puka power Puka Nacua is in dominant form with 33 catches for 458 yards and …

Broncos head into bye on three-game winning streak and chasing first playoff spot since 2015 season
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Broncos head into bye on three-game winning streak and chasing first playoff spot since 2015 season

Associated Press  

DENVER — On a night when rookie quarterback Bo Nix threw one touchdown pass, his defense caught two. “We’re a confident bunch right now,” said Nix, whose team has won three in a row. We’re playing with a little bit of confidence and a chip on our shoulder.” The Broncos have graduated to a place where they can overcome sticky …

Bo Nix efficient again as Broncos complete season sweep of Raiders: Key takeaways
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Bo Nix efficient again as Broncos complete season sweep of Raiders: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Nick Kosmider, Vic Tafur, Tashan Reed and Chris Licata The good times kept rolling for Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos on Sunday, securing a 29-19 win at Allegiant Stadium to improve to 7-5 and sweep their regular season series against the Las Vegas Raiders for the first time since 2014. The Raiders led 13-9 at halftime despite Minshew’s …

What I’m seeing from the Denver Broncos: Bo Nix’s rare feat, O-line depth, TE issue
2 months, 2 weeks ago

What I’m seeing from the Denver Broncos: Bo Nix’s rare feat, O-line depth, TE issue

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Sean Payton chose an interesting time to use the word “perfect” Sunday at MetLife Stadium. So this is an important month of football.” As the Broncos prepare to embark on this critical stretch, let’s break down some things I’ve been seeing from the team: Positive trend for Nix Bo Nix made rather ignominious history at MetLife Stadium …

Broncos stock report: High marks for goal-line scheme; questions about rookie WR
4 months ago

Broncos stock report: High marks for goal-line scheme; questions about rookie WR

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos are nearing the finish line in their quest to arrive at the right 53-man roster ahead of the Sept. 8 regular-season opener in Seattle. Ahead of this critical stretch, let’s take a look at some players and aspects of Denver’s overall team trending up — and down — after a 27-2 victory against the …

No clarity yet about who will start at quarterback for the Denver Broncos in 2024
4 months, 2 weeks ago

No clarity yet about who will start at quarterback for the Denver Broncos in 2024

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The only clarity in the Denver Broncos’ quarterback competition two weeks into training camp is that no clear-cut leader has emerged. Jarrett Stidham was listed first on the team’s initial depth chart this week, followed by Zach Wilson at second-string and rookie Bo Nix behind him. That led to quite a national conversation noting Nix’s supposed standing …

Broncos know they must finish on 3-game win streak. Here are 3 ways they can
1 year ago

Broncos know they must finish on 3-game win streak. Here are 3 ways they can

New York Times  

The Denver Broncos know the math. We’re going to go from there.” GO DEEPER Sean Payton's flare-up at Russell Wilson puts coach-QB relationship back in spotlight The Broncos finish the season with three opponents sporting sub-.500 records. “I think in this next three-game stretch, we’re going to have to run it better than we have.” The Broncos across the past …

Broncos bring five-game winning streak into meeting with Stroud, Texans
1 year ago

Broncos bring five-game winning streak into meeting with Stroud, Texans

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Heading into Sunday’s meeting with the surging Denver Broncos, Houston coach DeMeco Ryans was asked what he thinks has allowed them to bounce back after starting 1-5. “The biggest thing that I’ve seen from the Broncos and how they’ve turned things around is how their defense is attacking the football,” Ryans said. And that’s where it starts with …

Seahawks plan to sign pass rusher Frank Clark: What he brings to Seattle’s defense
1 year, 1 month ago

Seahawks plan to sign pass rusher Frank Clark: What he brings to Seattle’s defense

New York Times  

The Seattle Seahawks are planning to sign former Denver Broncos pass rusher Frank Clark, coach Pete Carroll confirmed Wednesday. Clark finished just a few spots ahead of Seattle’s Darrell Taylor, who led the team with 9 1/2 sacks and had a pressure rate of 10 percent. — Michael-Shawn Dugar, Seahawks staff writer What he brings to Seattle Clark made three …

Broncos’ pass protection remains major issue despite offensive line spending spree
1 year, 2 months ago

Broncos’ pass protection remains major issue despite offensive line spending spree

New York Times  

After Sean Payton’s offense scored just eight points in a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday, the Denver Broncos head coach was asked about the notable absence of big pass plays for the unit. That’s only one fewer than Denver’s tally through six games last season, when it went on to allow a franchise-record 63 sacks. The loss …

Can Nik Bonitto’s career day be a spark for the Broncos’ embattled pass rush?
1 year, 2 months ago

Can Nik Bonitto’s career day be a spark for the Broncos’ embattled pass rush?

New York Times  

Nik Bonitto broke off the line of scrimmage and immediately solved the geometry equation in front of him. All credit to Nik.” The play was part of a career day for Bonitto, the Broncos’ 2022 second-round pick out of the University of Oklahoma. He’s still growing and still learning, and it’s exciting to see where he’ll be.” GO DEEPER 'He …

Khalil Mack collects career-high 6 sacks in Chargers’ win vs. Raiders
1 year, 2 months ago

Khalil Mack collects career-high 6 sacks in Chargers’ win vs. Raiders

New York Times  

By Daniel Popper, Tashan Reed and Vic Tafur Los Angeles Chargers pass rusher Khalil Mack collected a career-high and franchise-record six sacks in Sunday’s 24-17 win against the Las Vegas Raiders. The Raiders had the ball in the red zone with 2:39 to play but Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. intercepted a pass from rookie QB Aidan O’Connell to stave …

What is wrong with the Broncos defense? List is lengthy and fixes must come fast
1 year, 3 months ago

What is wrong with the Broncos defense? List is lengthy and fixes must come fast

New York Times  

Denver Broncos linebacker Drew Sanders played the first four snaps of his NFL career against the Washington Commanders on Sunday. In each of the first two games, third-down penalties extended an opponent’s fourth-quarter drive when the Broncos had the chance to get the ball back. What follows is a closer look at Denver’s struggles defensively and where fixes could come …

Broncos pass rush quickly under microscope after failing to generate heat in Week 1
1 year, 3 months ago

Broncos pass rush quickly under microscope after failing to generate heat in Week 1

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos had one more chance to disrupt Jimmy Garoppolo. "https://t.co/cFL5WzqQNO — The Athletic NFL September 11, 2023 The Broncos did not lose the game on that one play alone, of course, but the sequence illustrated Denver’s general failure to impact the Las Vegas passing game Sunday, creating concern about whether a defense that failed in …

Broncos’ ‘race’ for improvement before Week 1 starts with better pass protection
1 year, 4 months ago

Broncos’ ‘race’ for improvement before Week 1 starts with better pass protection

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — As Sean Payton addressed the media following Monday’s training camp practice, the Denver Broncos’ head coach spent two minutes and 15 seconds providing a winding overview of his team’s performance in its preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals on Friday. Five observations: Broncos lose preseason opener, but Russell Wilson looks “sharp” after overcoming a slow start: https://t.co/nlfCXqhQTg …

Broncos 53-man roster projection: Who will win contested spots at wide receiver?
1 year, 4 months ago

Broncos 53-man roster projection: Who will win contested spots at wide receiver?

New York Times  

The Broncos will begin training camp practices Friday under first-year coach Sean Payton, the first step in a quest to snap the franchise’s seven-year playoff drought. @NickKosmider's five who could surprise in 2023 ⤵️https://t.co/bcX6uVMPGu — The Athletic NFL July 18, 2023 Running back The Broncos almost always put an undrafted player on their initial 53-man roster. If Browning isn’t active …

Broncos employ new approaches to boost last year’s anemic QB pressure
1 year, 6 months ago

Broncos employ new approaches to boost last year’s anemic QB pressure

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — At one point during Sean Payton’s time as the head coach in New Orleans, a young member of the Saints’ staff entered his office and made a request. One of the better recruiters in the country and had a great first year with the LSU line https://t.co/ZWjLvkBX1j — Brody Miller March 25, 2023 “He’s someone that comes …

Patriots-Vikings: Why the pass rush will be key for both teams on Thanksgiving
2 years, 1 month ago

Patriots-Vikings: Why the pass rush will be key for both teams on Thanksgiving

New York Times  

Bill Belichick was already worried about the prep work needed for his team’s Thanksgiving game in Minnesota by the time the Patriots’ last game was barely completed. To make matters worse, New England’s Mac Jones has been the worst quarterback in the league this season when pressured, per expected points added. He’s a great player.” Stat of the week 33 …

Why Broncos’ K’Waun Williams is the piece tying together NFL’s best pass defense
2 years, 1 month ago

Why Broncos’ K’Waun Williams is the piece tying together NFL’s best pass defense

New York Times  

Justin Simmons glided along the goal line like a hawk stalking its prey. The Broncos’ star safety was waiting for Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence to make a mistake in the first quarter at Wembley Stadium, and when the second-year quarterback locked onto his target and tried to throw toward the back of the end zone on a first-and-goal play at …

NFL pass rush rankings: Why Cowboys, 49ers have the league’s best overall units
2 years, 2 months ago

NFL pass rush rankings: Why Cowboys, 49ers have the league’s best overall units

New York Times  

Want to throw Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes or basically any NFL quarterback off their game? 2022 NFL defensive pressure rates through Week 5 team Prsr% Prsrs sacks Cowboys 41.9 91 20.0 49ers 38.3 77 21.0 Jets 37.5 66 10.0 Browns 37.4 64 9.0 Bengals 37.3 76 8.0 Commanders 37.2 68 14.0 Broncos 35.8 69 17.0 Packers 35.3 54 12.0 Panthers …

With Dak down, Cooper Rush passes Cowboys past Vikings 20-16
3 years, 1 month ago

With Dak down, Cooper Rush passes Cowboys past Vikings 20-16

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Cooper Rush’s first NFL start was a statement victory for the surging Dallas Cowboys with starting quarterback Dak Prescott stuck on the sideline. Rush subbed for the injured Prescott and passed for 325 yards and two second-half touchdowns, the last a 5-yard throw to Amari Cooper with 51 seconds left in the Cowboys’ 20-16 victory over the Vikings …

Broncos WR/TE preview: Denver has no shortage of weapons, but can they be more efficient?
3 years, 5 months ago

Broncos WR/TE preview: Denver has no shortage of weapons, but can they be more efficient?

New York Times  

The Broncos will report to training camp on July 27, and will conduct their first practice — with fans on hand — the next day. Denver returns all five of its players who had at least 30 receptions last season — Patrick, fellow wide receivers Jerry Jeudy and KJ Hamler, tight end Noah Fant and running back Melvin Gordon — …

Examining Broncos’ run game as Phillip Lindsay prepares to return and more
4 years, 2 months ago

Examining Broncos’ run game as Phillip Lindsay prepares to return and more

New York Times  

Melvin Gordon III did not sound Tuesday like a player who is eager to give up the ball. Time will tell and I’ll get it to where I want it to be.” The plan heading into the season was never to run Gordon so much that he was chasing a league rushing title. DEN - RB Melvin Gordon III 2020 …

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