What I’m seeing from the Denver Broncos: Bo Nix’s rare feat, O-line depth, TE issue
5 months, 3 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 on Sunday when he threw for minus-7 yards across 15 first-half pass attempts. Yet, when Payton said after Denver’s 10-9 win against the Jets that his rookie quarterback “played well,” he wasn’t merely paying lip service. So I was pleased with our ability to win those little battles.” GO DEEPER Broncos S Brandon Jones evolves from 'a little bit of unknown' to making impact felt Broncos passing first big depth test When offensive tackle Mike McGlinchey suffered a knee injury at the end of Denver’s Week 2 loss to the Steelers, it appeared to be a brutal blow for an offensive line already struggling. “He’s a little bit like Bo; he’s one of those guys that had a ton of starts in college,” Broncos offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi said.

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Broncos QB Bo Nix already is thinking about his next steps with his rookie season in the books
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Broncos QB Bo Nix already is thinking about his next steps with his rookie season in the books

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — In 1983, the Denver Broncos went on the road to Seattle and lost a wild-card playoff game 31-7. “To get some time off to reset a little bit because the next season will be here quickly.” Not too much down time, though, because Nix said there’s plenty to do to take the next step and avoid any …

Broncos rookie QB Bo Nix learns difficult, but valuable lesson in losing playoff debut against Bills
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Broncos rookie QB Bo Nix learns difficult, but valuable lesson in losing playoff debut against Bills

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Bo Nix’s first taste of the NFL playoffs quickly turned bitter after a sweet start. Denver’s rookie quarterback threw a 43-yard touchdown pass to his former college teammate Troy Franklin on the opening drive of Sunday’s wild-card playoff game. “I haven’t been in the league long enough to know how far off we are,” said Nix, …

Chiefs saving their best for the playoffs, so blowout loss in Denver doesn’t hurt
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Chiefs saving their best for the playoffs, so blowout loss in Denver doesn’t hurt

New York Times  

The Chiefs couldn’t leave Denver on Sunday night because of the winter storm that draped Kansas City in ice and snow, but they did accomplish what was at the top of their priority list against the Broncos in their regular-season finale. Coach Andy Reid was able to rest his best players — quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce, pass …

Chiefs backup Carson Wentz will face a pass rush the likes of which the Broncos have never had
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Chiefs backup Carson Wentz will face a pass rush the likes of which the Broncos have never had

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos lead the NFL with a franchise-record 58 sacks, a number they aim to bolster Sunday when Carson Wentz fills in for Patrick Mahomes with the Kansas City Chiefs resting some of their stars ahead of the playoffs. He’s the first Denver defender since 2018 to reach double-digit sacks and Cooper, who has 9 1/2, …

Rookie QB Bo Nix weathers a tough start and has Broncos in position to end a long playoff drought
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rookie QB Bo Nix weathers a tough start and has Broncos in position to end a long playoff drought

Associated Press  

DENVER — This figured to be a season filled with plenty of growing pains for the Denver Broncos and rookie quarterback Bo Nix. “A good week of rest, good week of just kind of a reset,” explained Nix, whose TD passes, yards passing and wins are the most in Broncos history for a rookie QB. “But we’re also going to …

Broncos mock draft reaction: Playmaking tight end for Bo Nix a top priority?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Broncos mock draft reaction: Playmaking tight end for Bo Nix a top priority?

New York Times  

When the pre-NFL Draft process began kicking into high gear last winter, tight end Brock Bowers was a name consistently matched with the Denver Broncos. Nix could use a more dangerous target at tight end, though, which is why the selection of Penn State’s Tyler Warren by The Athletic’s Dane Brugler in his latest 2025 mock draft seems like the …

Bo Nix, Broncos respond late in shootout vs. Browns for 41-32 victory: Key takeaways
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bo Nix, Broncos respond late in shootout vs. Browns for 41-32 victory: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Zac Jackson, Nick Kosmider and Tobias Bass In their first “Monday Night Football” matchup since 1990, the Denver Broncos defeated the Cleveland Browns 41-32 at Empower Field at Mile High. But the deep pick by Ward was Nix’s second on Monday night, and it could have proved costly after the Browns followed with a touchdown drive to take the …

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

Bo Nix’s playmaking ability makes him ‘a really dangerous’ QB — but it has limits
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Bo Nix’s playmaking ability makes him ‘a really dangerous’ QB — but it has limits

New York Times  

A path to the first-down marker materialized in front of Bo Nix as the Denver Broncos’ rookie quarterback escaped the pocket to his right on a third-and-6 play during Sunday’s game against the Baltimore Ravens. “He is a really dangerous quarterback,” Ravens coach John Harbaugh said, “as you all saw.” So it would have been hard to fault Nix if …

What fuels internal competition for Broncos’ pass rush? ‘It’s a race to the quarterback’
5 months, 1 week 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 …

Broncos rookie report: Can Bo Nix improve accuracy? More carries for Audric Estimé?
5 months, 1 week ago

Broncos rookie report: Can Bo Nix improve accuracy? More carries for Audric Estimé?

New York Times  

When the Denver Broncos finally found offensive life in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, it was a cast of rookies who provided it. Broncos coach Sean Payton expressed consistent optimism about the rookie class throughout training camp and during the preseason, and Sunday’s fourth-quarter drive showed glimpses of its promise. Courtland Sutton made a …

Justin Herbert is getting healthier, and that is great news for the Chargers
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Justin Herbert is getting healthier, and that is great news for the Chargers

New York Times  

DENVER — Justin Herbert is getting healthier. Herbert set season highs in passing yards and pass attempts in Sunday’s victory, the Chargers’ first at Empower Field at Mile High since 2018. “Hopefully this reminds everybody that Justin Herbert’s really good at playing quarterback,” Harbaugh said. … That’s really what’s precipitating it.” GO DEEPER Chargers' Jim Harbaugh returns to sideline vs. …

Bo Nix, Sean Payton get into heated discussion after botched play vs. Raiders
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Bo Nix, Sean Payton get into heated discussion after botched play vs. Raiders

New York Times  

DENVER — The best performance of Bo Nix’s young NFL career included a fiery interaction with coach Sean Payton during the Broncos’ 34-18 victory against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. “He turned and looked at me and said, ‘I love you,’” Nix said with a grin after the Broncos snapped an eight-game losing streak against the Raiders with their …

Bo Nix’s running ability has added intriguing element to Broncos offense
6 months ago

Bo Nix’s running ability has added intriguing element to Broncos offense

New York Times  

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — It is hard for Sean Payton to make novel discoveries when watching film. “I think it’s something that’s always been in the plans,” Broncos offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi said Thursday as the Broncos finished a rainy practice at The Greenbrier resort. There’s not as much control on the ‘A.’ The ‘B,’ there is a little …

Rookie Bo Nix throws 2 interceptions and growing pains continue as Broncos fall to Steelers 13-6
6 months, 1 week ago

Rookie Bo Nix throws 2 interceptions and growing pains continue as Broncos fall to Steelers 13-6

Associated Press  

DENVER — Bo Nix soon followed a long completion on a trick play with an interception in the back of the end zone. “You play long enough, it’ll fail you over and over and over,” said Nix, the 12th overall pick in April. Sometimes you’ve just got to keep taking hits and keep taking hits, and then eventually you’ll figure …

Rookie Bo Nix had a difficult debut for Denver and it won’t get any easier the rest of this month
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rookie Bo Nix had a difficult debut for Denver and it won’t get any easier the rest of this month

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Things won’t get any easier for Denver Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix the rest of this month. Broncos coach Sean Payton said after the game that the loss in Nix’s deficient debut had as much to do with Denver’s bumbling and stumbling supporting cast than with the rookie who started more games in college — 61 at …

How Broncos’ Bo Nix raced ahead of the curve: From 8th-grade starter to rookie QB1
6 months, 3 weeks ago

How Broncos’ Bo Nix raced ahead of the curve: From 8th-grade starter to rookie QB1

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Bo Nix studied the photo as he stood in a shaded corner of the Denver Broncos practice facility after a scorching, mid-August practice. “I just remember Bo, from the second he stepped foot at Auburn, we might be going to the pool or doing something like that and he was very driven to stay in the and …

Broncos stock report: High marks for goal-line scheme; questions about rookie WR
7 months, 1 week 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 …

Rookie Bo Nix strengthens his bid for the Broncos’ starting QB job in a 27-2 win over the Packers
7 months, 1 week ago

Rookie Bo Nix strengthens his bid for the Broncos’ starting QB job in a 27-2 win over the Packers

Associated Press  

DENVER — Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton isn’t ready to name rookie quarterback Bo Nix his starter just yet. I’m not announcing any starting quarterback tonight,” Payton said after Nix made another strong case for the gig when he led Denver to scores on both of his drives in his first NFL start, a 27-2 win over the Green Bay …

Bo Nix puts emphatic claim on Broncos’ starting QB job in breezy win vs. Packers
7 months, 1 week ago

Bo Nix puts emphatic claim on Broncos’ starting QB job in breezy win vs. Packers

New York Times  

DENVER — Go ahead and take your time with that quarterback announcement, Sean Payton. There’s no other conclusion to draw after Nix capped his training camp surge of the past two-plus weeks with a near-perfect performance in Sunday’s 27-2 preseason victory against the Green Bay Packers. … He’s done a great job digesting things going into the game plan.” This …

Broncos QB Bo Nix’s mobility, poise on display in encouraging preseason debut
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Broncos QB Bo Nix’s mobility, poise on display in encouraging preseason debut

New York Times  

Bo Nix was staring at a quick end to his debut drive with the Denver Broncos on Sunday afternoon. 📺: #DENvsIND on @NFLNetwork 📱: Stream on #NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/8CTfxfIP7Y — NFL August 11, 2024 The only drive by Nix that didn’t go anywhere came late in the second quarter when tight end Lucas Krull fumbled after making a clean catch. The …

No clarity yet about who will start at quarterback for the Denver Broncos in 2024
7 months, 3 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 …

‘Cannot get a bead off him’: One trait helping Broncos QB Bo Nix progress in camp
7 months, 4 weeks ago

‘Cannot get a bead off him’: One trait helping Broncos QB Bo Nix progress in camp

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — When P.J. “Man, what I notice from Bo is that he’s a good look-off guy,” said Locke, entering his fifth season as a safety with the Broncos. “Once you get down there, the field shrinks and it’s all about just converting red zone third downs,” Nix said, “and knowing you have points and trying to get touchdowns.” …

Greg Dulcich has made it back to the Broncos’ main field after two injury-marred seasons
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Greg Dulcich has made it back to the Broncos’ main field after two injury-marred seasons

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — A grin chased the grimace from Greg Dulcich’s face as the Denver Broncos ' star-crossed tight end peered toward the side field at the team’s training complex following Wednesday’s practice. “It’s been so nice getting to play football again, getting to be on the correct field during practice with my teammates,” Dulcich said. Payton said all the …

Sean Payton praises all 3 quarterbacks competing for Broncos starting job
10 months ago

Sean Payton praises all 3 quarterbacks competing for Broncos starting job

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos closed out their first week of OTAs Thursday with coach Sean Payton praising all three quarterbacks competing for the starting job and cautioning that nothing should be read into the order in which they take snaps. “There’s going to be a time when you read into the reps, I don’t think it’s early in …

Bo Nix and the long Broncos QB battle ahead; plus more OTA observations
10 months ago

Bo Nix and the long Broncos QB battle ahead; plus more OTA observations

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — When the Broncos opened their OTA practice session to the media for the first time Thursday morning, it was Bo Nix, the rookie in Denver’s three-way quarterback competition, who led the first-team offense. “We’re rotating all of them right now,” Payton said of Nix, incumbent Jarrett Stidham and trade acquisition Zach Wilson. I don’t think it’s early …

Broncos’ Troy Franklin selection about more than a familiar target for Bo Nix
11 months ago

Broncos’ Troy Franklin selection about more than a familiar target for Bo Nix

New York Times  

If Bo Nix and Troy Franklin one day develop into the next great quarterback-wide receiver duo for the Denver Broncos, then March 18, 2024, will go down as a critical date in team history. pic.twitter.com/st7om8cULA — Denver Broncos April 27, 2024 “It was really more spot-catching, but I just wanted to make sure that it obviously looked like I was …

Broncos select former Oregon QB Bo Nix with the 12th pick in the NFL draft
11 months ago

Broncos select former Oregon QB Bo Nix with the 12th pick in the NFL draft

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The sixth quarterback selected in the 2024 NFL draft was No. “New York would have been the surprise team and if New York took a quarterback, then there’s three waiting for two,” Payton said. Let’s not overthink it.’ And we would have been sick if we lost him just for, you know, a couple of fifth-round picks …

Sean Payton’s quarterback pursuit and other Broncos takeaways from the NFL combine
1 year ago

Sean Payton’s quarterback pursuit and other Broncos takeaways from the NFL combine

New York Times  

When the Denver Broncos return from the NFL Scouting Combine, they will continue charting a path they hope will lead to the franchise’s first playoff appearance since 2016. I’m always going to put others before me and I’m going to be honest about everything.” GO DEEPER Broncos coach Sean Payton knows what he wants in QB. But I think the …

What Greg Dulcich’s eventual return could mean for the Broncos’ offense
1 year, 3 months ago

What Greg Dulcich’s eventual return could mean for the Broncos’ offense

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Lions vs. Broncos ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos had one of their best games of tight end production this season during Sunday’s 24-7 victory against the Los Angeles Chargers. “We’ll see,” Broncos coach Sean Payton said when asked if Dulcich will play Saturday night. Payton was much more loquacious when discussing what Dulcich …

Broncos’ swarming defense dominates Chargers, shows it’s ready for stretch run
1 year, 3 months ago

Broncos’ swarming defense dominates Chargers, shows it’s ready for stretch run

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Lions vs. Broncos INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Zach Allen barely had time to grab a seat on the Denver Broncos sideline before he had to stand up and push his helmet back onto his head. On Denver’s first offensive play at SoFi Stadium after its defense had forced a quick punt, quarterback Russell Wilson threw …

Where Sean Payton’s offense can grow to continue Broncos’ streak
1 year, 4 months ago

Where Sean Payton’s offense can grow to continue Broncos’ streak

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The most recent history suggested Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos were in trouble when the quarterback led his team to the ball early in the fourth quarter against the Buffalo Bills on Monday night. Three plays later, the Broncos made it two straight third-and-long conversions when Wilson scrambled to find running back Samaje Perine for a …

Defensive about-face and Russell Wilson’s return to form have Broncos heading toward playoff race
1 year, 4 months ago

Defensive about-face and Russell Wilson’s return to form have Broncos heading toward playoff race

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton thought he had a first-quarter interception of Josh Allen on Monday night but his momentum had carried him way out of bounds. Nickel cornerback Ja’Quan McMillian ripped the ball out of the arms of Bills running back James Cook and recovered it on Buffalo’s opening snap, setting up Denver’s opening field goal. Wilson’s …

The Broncos had big plans for Greg Dulcich, but injuries raise concerns
1 year, 5 months ago

The Broncos had big plans for Greg Dulcich, but injuries raise concerns

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Broncos faced a third-and-10 from the opponent’s 38-yard line during their opening drive of the season, and Sean Payton decided to call on “The Joker” in his offense. The Broncos rank 31st in receiving yards per game from tight ends and are one of only three teams in the league that hasn’t produced an explosive pass …

Broncos aren’t basking in victory and know they can’t stay sloppy with tough schedule ahead
1 year, 5 months ago

Broncos aren’t basking in victory and know they can’t stay sloppy with tough schedule ahead

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Winning does not cure all ills in the view of Sean Payton, who isn’t about to let the Denver Broncos feel too good about themselves after his first win as their coach. Denver only allowed one sack, but guard Ben Powers was the only O-lineman who didn’t get flagged as the Broncos committed five false starts. Russell …

What is wrong with the Broncos defense? List is lengthy and fixes must come fast
1 year, 6 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’ ‘race’ for improvement before Week 1 starts with better pass protection
1 year, 7 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 …

Why tight end Greg Dulcich could have ‘lengthy’ menu of routes in Broncos offense
1 year, 9 months ago

Why tight end Greg Dulcich could have ‘lengthy’ menu of routes in Broncos offense

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The ball sailed deep for the tight end who had breezed behind the defense and made it look easy. … He had one of his better practices today, so then you begin to build on that.” The joker role, Payton said, has been filled in his past offenses by either a running back or a tight end …

After viewing “hard” to watch Broncos film, Sean Payton sets offseason blueprint
2 years ago

After viewing “hard” to watch Broncos film, Sean Payton sets offseason blueprint

New York Times  

PHOENIX — “It sounds like I’m being critical of the special teams and the offense, and I am.” The 30-minute session new Broncos coach Sean Payton conducted with reporters at the NFL’s annual league meetings Monday morning wasn’t solely devoted to criticisms of Denver’s five-win performance in 2022. Here are other takeaways from Payton’s question-and-answer session Monday: • After the …

Broncos in thick of playoff chase for first time since 2015
3 years, 3 months ago

Broncos in thick of playoff chase for first time since 2015

Associated Press  

DENVER — What usually drives the Denver Broncos this time of year is seeing what’s under the Christmas tree and envisioning what sunny locale they’ll be jetting off to come January. Omaha!” at the line of scrimmage instead of bantering with baby brother Eli from the broadcast booth on “Monday Night Football.” “This is the first time we’ve been in …

What happened to the Broncos' pass defense?
6 years, 6 months ago

What happened to the Broncos' pass defense?

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — After the Broncos’ Week 2 win over the Raiders, Vance Joseph said the Broncos’ cornerback coverage was “too soft.” Derek Carr completed all but one pass in the first half and had six completions in the game that spanned 20 or more yards. Quarterback Joe Flacco took advantage of the Broncos’ depleted secondary and amassed 212 net …

Vance Joseph says the Broncos were 'too soft' with their coverage at cornerback
6 years, 6 months ago

Vance Joseph says the Broncos were 'too soft' with their coverage at cornerback

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Broncos knew Derek Carr could cause trouble with his quick release and they knew he had myriad weapons to choose from on offense and they knew that, even without Khalil Mack, their longtime AFC West rival could give them fits. Carr completed 18-of-19 throws to nine different receivers in the first two quarters, a result of …

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