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

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 …

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Broncos coach Sean Payton has a history with Browns dynamic duo of Jameis Winston and Jerry Jeudy

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DENVER — If anyone has the elixir to counter the flourishing connection between Cleveland teammates Jameis Winston and Jerry Jeudy, it should be Sean Payton, whose Denver Broncos host the Browns on Monday night. “I’ve coached both of them,” said Payton, who spent three years with Winston in New Orleans and a year with Jeudy in Denver before granting his …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Browns-Broncos Monday night game features red-hot wide receivers and ex-teammates Jeudy and Sutton

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DENVER — Jerry Jeudy can’t wait to get back to Denver, the city he once was so eager to leave. Monday night marks Jeudy’s homecoming when the Cleveland Browns visit the Denver Broncos, who are seeking to go three games above.500 for the first time since opening the 2021 season with three victories. Jeudy returns to Denver on the kind …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Auburn tries to keep bowl hopes alive with visit from Louisiana-Monroe with ailing QB Payton Thorne

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Louisiana-Monroe at Auburn, Saturday, 12:45 p.m. EST BetMGM College Football Odds: Auburn by 24-1/2. Auburn quarterback Payton Thorne’s status is uncertain with a right, throwing shoulder injury. Players to watch Auburn WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith has 34 catches for 657 yards and seven touchdowns, averaging 19.3 yards …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Broncos assistant head coach Mike Westhoff steps down because of vision problems

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Denver Broncos assistant head coach Mike Westhoff has resigned because of problems with his vision. Westhoff, 76, is a former special teams coordinator with the New York Jets and New Orleans Saints who came out of retirement to join head coach Sean Payton’s staff in Denver in 2023. Under Westhoff and special teams coordinator Ben Kotwica, the …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Iowa Dominates Texas A&M-Commerce in Season Opener

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Iowa dominated Texas A&M-Commerce with a strong performance from the Sandfort brothers. Payton Sandfort led the way with 20 points and 11 rebounds, while Owen Freeman added 15 points and nine rebounds. The Hawkeyes took the lead for good midway through the first half and led 42-35 at the break. They used a 33-9 run for an 84-55 lead with …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Celtics Dominate Bucks, Clinching Eastern Conference Lead

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The Boston Celtics defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 119-108 on Monday night. Jaylen Brown scored 30 points, Payton Pritchard made 8 3s, and Derrick White had 13 points and eight assists for the Celtics. Damian Lillard led the Bucks with 33 points, seven rebounds and seven assists, while Giannis Antetokounmpo had 30 points, 10 boards and six assists for the Bucks.

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2 months, 1 week ago

Broncos' Payton Returns to New Orleans, but Saints' Skid Continues

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Sean Payton's return to New Orleans is a moment of nostalgia for the city and a test for the Saints' defense. The Broncos will be looking to capitalize on the Saints' struggles and secure their first win in the Big Easy since 2010. The game will also be a reunion between Payton and his former coaching mentor, Dennis Allen. The …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Chargers: Two Top Defenses Clash in Thrilling Matchup

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The Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers meet in a battle of top defenses and offenses. Both teams boast strong defenses, but the Broncos' offense has found its footing with a 34-point outburst against Las Vegas last week. The Chargers' defense has been equally impressive, allowing only 12.5 points per game. The matchup will be a test of which team …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Nix Claps Back at Payton, Cementing His Leadership

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Bo Nix stands up to Sean Payton and stakes his claim as the leader of the red-hot Broncos. The two have a heated interaction on the sideline after Nix calls a questionable play call. Nix's performance shines as he leads Denver to two fourth-quarter touchdowns, cementing his leadership and silencing Payton's complaints. The Broncos' offense, known for its efficiency, continues …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Justin Fields wins 2nd straight start as sub for Russell Wilson, leads Steelers past Broncos 13-6

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DENVER — Justin Fields and the Pittsburgh Steelers squeaked past the sputtering Denver Broncos 13-6 on Sunday with Russell Wilson reprising his bitter role as sideline spectator in the Mile High City. Nix, who had a pair of turnovers deep in Seattle’s territory in his NFL debut, was intercepted by Cory Trice Jr. in the back of the end zone …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Russell Wilson’s calf injury figures to make his return to Denver with the Steelers just a footnote

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DENVER — The Denver Broncos expect to see Russell Wilson on the sideline in full pads and eye black this weekend, just as he was in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ opener at Atlanta despite being inactive with a strained calf. “But certainly it starts with Fields.” Steelers coach Mike Tomlin began the week saying, “We’re preparing as if Justin is going …

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3 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

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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 …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Payton Thorne throws 4 TD passes in first half, Auburn routs Alabama A&M 73-3 in opener

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! AUBURN, Ala. — Payton Thorne threw for 322 yards and four touchdowns in the first half, and Auburn opened its season with a 73-3 victory over in-state FCS opponent Alabama A&M on Saturday night. Thorne wasted no time in taking advantage of his new wide receivers, …

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4 months ago

Auburn QB Payton Thorne returns for Year 2 surrounded by a more talented supporting cast

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! AUBURN, Ala. — The Auburn Tigers are banking on a better season from quarterback Payton Thorne, and they’ve certainly surrounded him with more talented playmakers. Thorne’s pedestrian passing numbers, lack of consistent targets and sometimes poor pass protection helped send the Tigers to their third straight …

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4 months ago

Rookie Bo Nix wins Broncos’ starting QB job over Jarrett Stidham and Zach Wilson

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Denver’s unconventional quarterback competition concluded Wednesday with one final plot twist when Broncos coach Sean Payton walked up to his QBs during warmups and informed them rookie Bo Nix had won the starting job. “Because I’m not going to spend meetings with the rest of the team on every one of these other positions.” Besides, he said, …

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4 months ago

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

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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 …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Some chippiness seeps through even as Packers and Broncos try to keep joint practice fight-free

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur hankered for a fight-free joint practice as the Packers and Denver Broncos were warming up Friday. But can you keep your composure?” Not 30 minutes later, LaFleur was hopping mad, running onto the field and hollering at Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto after quarterback Jordan Love, who signed a four-year, $220 million extension …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

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

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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 …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Broncos defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike returns after year-long gambling suspension

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Denver Broncos defensive end Eyioma Uwazurike ran onto the practice field Monday shortly after the NFL reinstated him following a year’s suspension for violating the league’s gambling policies. “I just think you’ve got to be careful a little bit of putting him back out there right away,” Payton said. “And he’s young.” Also Monday, the Broncos waived …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Steve ‘Mongo’ McMichael, who has ALS, enters the Pro Football Hall of Fame in ceremony at his home

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Steve McMichael couldn’t make it to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, so the ceremony came to him. You’re in football heaven forever,” Hall of Famer Richard Dent said, patting McMichael on the head. “When I first exploded on the professional scene, there was a lot of negativity, because people didn’t respect the return game,” Hester said. “Every day my …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

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

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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 …

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

Sean Payton expects Courtland Sutton to be on hand for Broncos’ 3-way quarterback competition

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos are about to begin their three-way quarterback competition, and coach Sean Payton expects wide receiver Courtland Sutton to be on hand for all of it. Asked Tuesday when veterans reported for training camp if he’d had any recent contact with his star receiver, Payton said, “No, and there will not be any. “I’m not …

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6 months ago

Broncos hire former Stanford coach David Shaw to assist them with scouting and roster evaluation

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Former Stanford football coach David Shaw is returning to the NFL as a senior personnel executive with the Denver Broncos. Shaw and Paton kept in contact afterward and they recently started to create a role for Shaw in the personnel department that’s similar to the one Gary Kubiak held after stepping down as Broncos head coach at …

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

Broncos coach Sean Payton has a history with Browns dynamic duo of Jameis Winston and Jerry Jeudy

Browns-Broncos Monday night game features red-hot wide receivers and ex-teammates Jeudy and Sutton

Auburn tries to keep bowl hopes alive with visit from Louisiana-Monroe with ailing QB Payton Thorne

Broncos assistant head coach Mike Westhoff steps down because of vision problems

Iowa Dominates Texas A&M-Commerce in Season Opener

Celtics Dominate Bucks, Clinching Eastern Conference Lead

Broncos' Payton Returns to New Orleans, but Saints' Skid Continues

Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Chargers: Two Top Defenses Clash in Thrilling Matchup

Nix Claps Back at Payton, Cementing His Leadership

Justin Fields wins 2nd straight start as sub for Russell Wilson, leads Steelers past Broncos 13-6

Russell Wilson’s calf injury figures to make his return to Denver with the Steelers just a footnote

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

Payton Thorne throws 4 TD passes in first half, Auburn routs Alabama A&M 73-3 in opener

Auburn QB Payton Thorne returns for Year 2 surrounded by a more talented supporting cast

Rookie Bo Nix wins Broncos’ starting QB job over Jarrett Stidham and Zach Wilson

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

Some chippiness seeps through even as Packers and Broncos try to keep joint practice fight-free

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

Broncos defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike returns after year-long gambling suspension

Steve ‘Mongo’ McMichael, who has ALS, enters the Pro Football Hall of Fame in ceremony at his home

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

Sean Payton expects Courtland Sutton to be on hand for Broncos’ 3-way quarterback competition

Broncos hire former Stanford coach David Shaw to assist them with scouting and roster evaluation