The Denver Broncos are on the cusp of their first playoff berth since Super Bowl 50 triumph in 2016
1 week, 4 days ago

The Denver Broncos are on the cusp of their first playoff berth since Super Bowl 50 triumph in 2016

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos are on the cusp of their first playoff berth since winning Super Bowl 50 following the 2015 season. A win would also give the Broncos their first five-game winning streak since they beat the Carolina Panthers 24-10 in that Super Bowl for the franchise’s third title. “I didn’t even know about that,” said right tackle Mike McGlinchey, who joined the Broncos last year as a free agent from the 49ers. “So, the fact that we’re getting this thing turned around, I’m sure it’s great for the fans and shout-out to Broncos Country.” Tight end Nate Adkins, who scored a touchdown last week, considered the Broncos’ win a double dose of goodness because it gave them a two-game lead over the Colts, plus the tiebreaker against them, in the AFC wild-card chase.

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Broncos miss another chance to secure playoff berth, forcing a must-win scenario against Chiefs
16 hours, 53 minutes ago

Broncos miss another chance to secure playoff berth, forcing a must-win scenario against Chiefs

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — The Denver Broncos needed one win in their final three games to reach the playoffs for the first time since winning the Super Bowl in 2015. After two straight losses, Denver needs a win in its final regular-season game, next week at home against the two-time Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. “It’s been like this for two …

Broncos can end postseason drought by beating the Bengals
2 days, 19 hours ago

Broncos can end postseason drought by beating the Bengals

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — The Denver Broncos could have clinched a playoff spot last week, but let the opportunity slip away when they lost to the Los Angeles Chargers. “We know we’re playing a good football team, a team that’s been in the playoffs and kind of been where we’ve aspired to go,” Denver coach Sean Payton said. “There’s definitely pressure, but …

Broncos start strong, but blow a late lead and fail to clinch a playoff berth in a tough defeat
1 week, 2 days ago

Broncos start strong, but blow a late lead and fail to clinch a playoff berth in a tough defeat

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — The Denver Broncos had an 11-point lead midway through the third quarter Thursday night as they closed in on a win that would punch their team’s tickets back to the playoffs after an eight-year absence. But we’ve just got to learn from it and come back next week stronger and focus on getting our 10th win.” The …

Chargers vs. Denver Broncos: How to watch, predictions and betting odds
1 week, 3 days ago

Chargers vs. Denver Broncos: How to watch, predictions and betting odds

LA Times  

The Chargers already ended one streak against the Denver Broncos this season. After earning their first win in Denver since 2018 this season in October, the Chargers will play for their first season sweep of their AFC West rivals since 2010 on Thursday at 5:15 PST at SoFi Stadium. It’s not just their two-game losing streak, but it’s also that …

With long string of losing seasons over, Broncos have good chance to end 8-year playoff drought
1 week, 5 days ago

With long string of losing seasons over, Broncos have good chance to end 8-year playoff drought

Associated Press  

DENVER — One ignominious streak down, one more to go for the Denver Broncos, who turned an ugly showing into a pretty comfortable rout of the Indianapolis Colts to clinch the franchise’s first winning season since 2016. “Good teams respond on a day like today.” Nix said after the Broncos’ overcame a slow start, his first three-interception day and a …

The Broncos can take a big step toward breaking playoff drought with a win over the Colts
2 weeks, 3 days ago

The Broncos can take a big step toward breaking playoff drought with a win over the Colts

Associated Press  

DENVER — Bo Nix’s escape from football over the bye week naturally involved more football. “It’s a group that I think understands that,” said Broncos coach Sean Payton, whose team has a chance to clinch a winning season for the first time since 2016. “Obviously, cameras, great team, playing great football right now and the bonus is it’s a great …

Broncos’ playoff drought now at 8 years, but they have a shot at first winning season since ’16
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Broncos’ playoff drought now at 8 years, but they have a shot at first winning season since ’16

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Although the Broncos didn’t end their playoff drought in Sean Payton’s first season in Denver, they do have a chance at snapping two other unseemly skids Sunday in Las Vegas. “I think what would be important for us is to get to our ninth win.” A ninth victory would give the Broncos their first winning season since …

Payton’s curious calls again haunt Broncos as they’re all but eliminated from AFC playoff race
1 year ago

Payton’s curious calls again haunt Broncos as they’re all but eliminated from AFC playoff race

Associated Press  

DENVER — Bill Belichick seemed content to take the game into overtime, but Sean Payton wanted another crack in regulation, so he called a pair of timeouts that ultimately helped the New England Patriots all but torpedo the Denver Broncos’ playoff plans with a 26-23 stunner at frigid Empower Field on Christmas Eve. “Our margin of error isn’t what we …

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 …

The Broncos are more functional under Sean Payton — but familiar issues remain
1 year, 3 months ago

The Broncos are more functional under Sean Payton — but familiar issues remain

New York Times  

DENVER — You could almost see the entire scenario being painted inside Sean Payton’s head. With the clock reading two minutes and 53 seconds left in the second quarter of Sunday’s Week 1 opener against the Las Vegas Raiders, the Denver Broncos’ new head coach took his second timeout of the first half. We have to break this cycle where …

Analysis: Raiders’ wild win gives NFL playoffs strong start
2 years, 11 months ago

Analysis: Raiders’ wild win gives NFL playoffs strong start

Associated Press  

Derek Carr and the Las Vegas Raiders played to win, knocking the Los Angeles Chargers out of the playoffs and sending the Pittsburgh Steelers to the tournament. The NFL’s playoff field was set when the Raiders locked up the final wild-card spot by beating the Chargers in overtime in a wild, winner-take-all game Sunday night. Here are the matchups and …

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