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

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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 this position this late in the season where we have everything right in front of us,” fourth-year linebacker Bradley Chubb said Monday. It’s been fun to see.” The Broncos haven’t had a winning record in December since 2016, when they finished 9-7 and missed the playoffs following Manning’s retirement a month after winning Super Bowl 50. “You know, maybe there will be a few less no-shows and it’ll even be a little bit louder.” WHAT’S WORKING The ground game, and OC Pat Shurmur had better stick with it the rest of the way after showing a tendency over the past two years to go away from an effective ground game. “We had a good commitment to the run game, and we need to have that, especially this time of year,” Fangio said after the Broncos rumbled through the Lions for 184 yards and three touchdowns on 39 carries.

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Broncos feel they finally have the QB, roster to challenge Kansas City’s AFC West supremecy in 2025
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Broncos feel they finally have the QB, roster to challenge Kansas City’s AFC West supremecy in 2025

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos ended both their prolonged playoff drought and their protracted search for a foundational quarterback this season despite an NFL record $91 million in dead cap charges. With more money to spend in 2025, a cohesive locker room that notably lacks “prima donnas” — as QB Bo Nix pointed out — and a young roster …

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, …

How Sean Payton, Broncos can get to the next level after blowout in Buffalo
2 months, 2 weeks ago

How Sean Payton, Broncos can get to the next level after blowout in Buffalo

New York Times  

The Denver Broncos stood little chance in their 31-7 defeat at Buffalo in the wild-card round. It was a successful season for him, but Denver won with defense, continuing a trend for Payton that began during Drew Brees’ final season in New Orleans. Otherwise, it’s a matchup-driven passing game without anyone that can win consistently.” Put another way, can Payton …

How Broncos fell apart in second half of wild-card loss to Bills: Key takeaways
2 months, 3 weeks ago

How Broncos fell apart in second half of wild-card loss to Bills: Key takeaways

New York Times  

The Denver Broncos’ strong second season under coach Sean Payton came to an end at Highmark Stadium on Sunday as they fell to the second-seeded Buffalo Bills 31-7 in the wild-card round. 📺: CBS pic.twitter.com/1UZYcSS7aZ — Denver Broncos January 12, 2025 The game quickly devolved into a blowout after Nix’s game-opening TD as Denver’s offense was stifled and Buffalo posted …

Sean Payton’s moment and other thoughts as Broncos prepare to seek playoff upset
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Sean Payton’s moment and other thoughts as Broncos prepare to seek playoff upset

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Don’t eat the cheese. “I probably, as the head coach, paid attention to, ‘What are these things that can possibly distract from the process outside the building or even inside the building?’” Payton said Monday, as focus shifted to this weekend’s wild-card matchup at the Buffalo Bills. Payton along the way has injected confidence into a “young …

Broncos’ first postseason berth in 9 years has them facing playoff-tested Bills
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Broncos’ first postseason berth in 9 years has them facing playoff-tested Bills

Associated Press  

Denver at Buffalo Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Bills by 9. He’s the first Broncos receiver to top 1,000 yards since 2019, when he had 1,112 yards.. Four of WR Marvin Mims’ six touchdown receptions have come in the past two weeks as he’s caught all 13 passes thrown his way for 154 yards. Lutz was 13-for-13 …

How the Broncos spun dead-money doom into ending a long playoff drought
2 months, 3 weeks ago

How the Broncos spun dead-money doom into ending a long playoff drought

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Rams arrived in Denver for a joint practice with the Broncos in the summer of 2023 carrying one of the league’s most expensive rosters. “They had a lot of young … I couldn’t tell you who the players were,” Broncos coach Sean Payton said, recalling a practice that was dominated by the Rams. The Broncos built around …

Sean Payton’s Broncos are ready for their postseason moment: ‘Young and hungry is dangerous’
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Sean Payton’s Broncos are ready for their postseason moment: ‘Young and hungry is dangerous’

New York Times  

DENVER — The audacity was alarming. Instead, he channeled his inner Frank Costanza; it was as if he were looking to the heavens and intoning, “Serenity now.” Ninety minutes after the game, as he sat in the driver’s seat of his Mercedes sedan parked in the tunnel behind the south end zone, Payton explained why he stayed in his happy …

Broncos stomp out 9 years of demons in playoff-clinching win. Now they want more
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Broncos stomp out 9 years of demons in playoff-clinching win. Now they want more

New York Times  

DENVER — As soon as Garett Bolles and the rest of the starters for the Broncos were pulled off the field midway through the fourth quarter, the realization set in and the bear hugs flowed liberally. But we're not done yet.#EasyToCelebrate pic.twitter.com/VdA29gzZ8K — Denver Broncos January 6, 2025 The victory by the Broncos on Sunday — a laser-focused effort in …

What I’m seeing with the Broncos ahead of their biggest game in 9 years
2 months, 4 weeks ago

What I’m seeing with the Broncos ahead of their biggest game in 9 years

New York Times  

Welcome to the biggest game for the Denver Broncos in nearly a decade. That makes Sunday’s regular-season finale against the Kansas City Chiefs the latest, biggest game for the Broncos since they hoisted the Lombardi Trophy at the end of Super Bowl 50. That’s as simple as it is.” Here’s what I’m seeing and hearing as the Broncos prep for …

Broncos can wipe away back-to-back heartbreakers and make playoffs by beating Kansas City
3 months ago

Broncos can wipe away back-to-back heartbreakers and make playoffs by beating Kansas City

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Losses to the Chargers and Bengals with a playoff berth on the line show Sean Payton made a miscalculation when he agreed to flex the Denver Broncos’ Week 16 game to a Thursday night. An extra point assured Joe Burrow would get the ball back, and the Broncos hadn’t forced a single punt all game, something Payton …

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

Bo Nix owns best Broncos rookie QB season, but he’s still chasing ’83 John Elway
3 months, 1 week ago

Bo Nix owns best Broncos rookie QB season, but he’s still chasing ’83 John Elway

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — When Bo Nix tied the Broncos record last month for touchdowns thrown by a rookie quarterback in a season, coach Sean Payton’s first reaction was to go hunting for chops to bust. All the big games are at the end.” Elway didn’t match Nix’s statistical profile after joining the Broncos following a post-draft trade with the Baltimore …

Broncos’ leaky pass defense could jeopardize playoff hopes as Joe Burrow looms
3 months, 1 week ago

Broncos’ leaky pass defense could jeopardize playoff hopes as Joe Burrow looms

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — It can be chalked up as a mistake, or even a coincidence when it happens once. “We dropped coverage tonight,” Broncos coach Sean Payton noted after Thursday’s game, another way of saying that Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert was gifted too many wide-open targets by Denver’s defense. “I do think it’s correctable but some of it is really …

Broncos’ breakdowns ruin a rare fast start and keep them from clinching 1st playoff berth since ’15
3 months, 1 week ago

Broncos’ breakdowns ruin a rare fast start and keep them from clinching 1st playoff berth since ’15

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Sean Payton was kicking himself after Denver surrendered both the momentum and the NFL’s first successful fair-catch kick in 48 years. Cameron Dicker’s gift 57-yard field goal sparked the Chargers’ 34-27 comeback Thursday night that snapped Denver’s four-game winning streak and prevented the Broncos from clinching their first playoff berth since 2015. “It’s just a dumb penalty,” …

Broncos start strong, but blow a late lead and fail to clinch a playoff berth in a tough defeat
3 months, 1 week 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 …

The Denver Broncos are on the cusp of their first playoff berth since Super Bowl 50 triumph in 2016
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

With long string of losing seasons over, Broncos have good chance to end 8-year playoff drought
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Broncos try to hold off Colts in playoff chase, reach the 9-win mark
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Broncos try to hold off Colts in playoff chase, reach the 9-win mark

Associated Press  

Indianapolis at Denver Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Broncos by 3 1/2 Against the spread: Indianapolis 8-5, Denver 10-3 Series record: Denver leads 14-12 Last meeting: Oct. 6, 2022, Colts win 12-9 in overtime at Denver. Sure, Richardson’s ability to run could negate some of the pressure applied by the Broncos, But on Wednesday, Colts coach Shane …

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

Can Broncos navigate the toughest homestretch among AFC playoff hopefuls?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Can Broncos navigate the toughest homestretch among AFC playoff hopefuls?

New York Times  

The Denver Broncos can extend their latest winning streak to four games and secure the franchise’s first winning season since 2016 when they host the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. “I don’t know that one person downstairs — myself included — has thought about, right now, this team just having a winning season,” Payton said during a conference call with reporters …

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 head into bye on three-game winning streak and chasing first playoff spot since 2015 season
3 months, 4 weeks 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 …

McMillian’s pick-6 helps Broncos spoil career nights by Winston and Jeudy and beat Browns 41-32
3 months, 4 weeks ago

McMillian’s pick-6 helps Broncos spoil career nights by Winston and Jeudy and beat Browns 41-32

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DENVER — Jameis Winston had a night to remember — and one to forget. Ja’Quan McMillian returned an interception 44 yards for a game-sealing touchdown with 1:48 remaining, and Denver spoiled career-best performances by Winston and former Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy in beating the Cleveland Browns 41-32 on Monday night. “They only boo you,” Jeudy said, “when they know …

Bo Nix, Broncos respond late in shootout vs. Browns for 41-32 victory: Key takeaways
3 months, 4 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 sets Broncos rookie TD record as Denver beats reeling Raiders 29-19
4 months, 1 week ago

Bo Nix sets Broncos rookie TD record as Denver beats reeling Raiders 29-19

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — The music could clearly be heard outside the doors to the Broncos’ locker room, the players inside truly enjoying finally getting to experience a victory in Las Vegas. Bo Nix passed for 273 yards and had two touchdown passes to break the team’s rookie record Sunday, and Denver beat the reeling Raiders 29-19. “Everybody shows up every …

Broncos might finally have a franchise QB as Bo Nix improves by the week
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Broncos might finally have a franchise QB as Bo Nix improves by the week

Associated Press  

DENVER — After a slow start, Denver Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix is earning NFL honors and victories by the week. Nix had his best game so far Sunday, setting season highs in completion rate, yards passing and touchdown throws with an efficient 28-for-33 performance that stoked Denver’s 38-6 rout of the Atlanta Falcons. “It’s not even looking like Offensive …

Broncos and Falcons trying to put major disappointments from last week behind them
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Broncos and Falcons trying to put major disappointments from last week behind them

Associated Press  

Atlanta at Denver Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL Odds: Broncos by 2 1/2. Robinson rushed for a season-high 116 yards with two touchdowns in last week’s loss to the Saints and added three catches for 28 yards. After earning back-to-back 100-yard games for the first time in his career, Sutton had six catches for 70 yards and a …

Coach Sean Payton accepts blame for the botched field goal that cost the Broncos a big win at KC
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Coach Sean Payton accepts blame for the botched field goal that cost the Broncos a big win at KC

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Sean Payton doesn’t want Alex Forsyth catching all the flack for getting bulldozed by a wave of Kansas City defenders and allowing linebacker Leo Chenal to block Wil Lutz’s game-winning, chip-shot field-goal attempt. It’s disappointing, and yet it’s not something that’s new when a big play is made at the end of the game.” It was difficult …

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

Bo Nix's Maturity and Accuracy Shine as Broncos Rookie Leads with Five Wins
5 months ago

Bo Nix's Maturity and Accuracy Shine as Broncos Rookie Leads with Five Wins

Associated Press  

Bo Nix surpasses John Elway's record for most victories by a rookie QB in Broncos history with his five wins in October. He leads all rookie passers in touchdown throws, TD-to-interception ratio, passing yards, and rushing touchdowns. Despite a slow start, Nix shows maturity and poise on the field, leading the Broncos to three blowouts and their best start through …

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

What I’m seeing from the Denver Broncos: Bo Nix’s rare feat, O-line depth, TE issue
5 months, 4 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 …

Why Sean Payton may be facing his most important game as Broncos coach vs. Raiders
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Why Sean Payton may be facing his most important game as Broncos coach vs. Raiders

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — When the Broncos defeated the Kansas City Chiefs for the first time in eight years last October, first-year Denver coach Sean Payton wasn’t eager to celebrate the win as a monumental achievement. “It’s a division opponent; this is our first chance to play a division opponent,” Payton said Wednesday. It would also be a nod of respect …

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 …

Broncos’ playoff drought now at 8 years, but they have a shot at first winning season since ’16
1 year, 2 months 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 …

One glaring Broncos stat illustrates a major offseason need beyond new QB
1 year, 2 months ago

One glaring Broncos stat illustrates a major offseason need beyond new QB

New York Times  

As Michael Penix Jr. unleashed one picture-perfect deep bomb after another during the Sugar Bowl on Monday night, pushing the University of Washington into the national championship game with his weapon of a left arm, Broncos fans took to social media and dared to dream. Barring performances in the Broncos’ regular-season finale against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday that …

Payton’s curious calls again haunt Broncos as they’re all but eliminated from AFC playoff race
1 year, 3 months 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’ playoff hopes crash in stunning loss to Patriots. Now, major questions loom
1 year, 3 months ago

Broncos’ playoff hopes crash in stunning loss to Patriots. Now, major questions loom

New York Times  

Breaking: Patriots hire Jerod Mayo DENVER — The Christmas comeback was almost complete. After Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos stormed back from a 16-point deficit in the fourth quarter to tie the score against the New England Patriots on Sunday night, all they needed were a few more big plays to move into range for a game-winning field goal. …

Broncos know they must finish on 3-game win streak. Here are 3 ways they can
1 year, 3 months 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 are right back in the playoff race after their first AFC West road win since 2019
1 year, 3 months ago

Broncos are right back in the playoff race after their first AFC West road win since 2019

Associated Press  

Sean Payton might be the only coach since the 1950s to hold up the Detroit Lions as a shining example in the NFL. But that’s exactly what Payton did when the Broncos stumbled to a 1-5 start this season, similar to Dan Campbell’s 1-6 start with Detroit a year ago before the Lions bounced back to finish 9-8, then carried …

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 …

Broncos’ slim playoff hopes hinge on improving struggling goal-to-go offense
1 year, 3 months ago

Broncos’ slim playoff hopes hinge on improving struggling goal-to-go offense

New York Times  

When Russell Wilson scrambled five yards for a first down in the final minute of the Broncos’ 22-17 loss to the Texans on Sunday, setting Denver up with a first-and-goal at the 8-yard line, it seemed like a slam-dunk opportunity to cross the goal line for a winning score. The Broncos this season, following Texans safety Jimmie Ward’s interception of …

Broncos bring five-game winning streak into meeting with Stroud, Texans
1 year, 4 months 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 …

Biggest key to Broncos’ winning streak? Interior play that keeps getting better
1 year, 4 months ago

Biggest key to Broncos’ winning streak? Interior play that keeps getting better

New York Times  

If you happen to be in Greenville, S.C., between now and Saturday and have a hankering for a mouth-watering sandwich on a budget, you can pop into Big Dave’s All American BBQ and grab one for only 93 cents. I should have got it, but I am glad I got for the offense.” Jones’ performance may be feeding the good …

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 …

Streak-busting win against Chiefs ‘set the standard’ for where Broncos can go
1 year, 5 months ago

Streak-busting win against Chiefs ‘set the standard’ for where Broncos can go

New York Times  

DENVER — The streak had to end with Justin Simmons snatching the football out of the air and sprinting toward the madness of the south stands at Empower Field, where orange towels waved in the bitter cold and delirious fans danced the demons away. “We came into this game expecting to win,” said Simmons, who insisted this week the history …

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 …

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