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Why Broncos Chose S Devon Key as First-Time Captain in 2026

There were few surprises among the nine Denver Broncos captain selections for the 2026 NFL season, a group as announced Wednesday which features franchise quarterback Bo Nix and All-Pro cornerback Patrick Surtain II.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 10

Sean Payton Just Made the Case for Broncos to Dress Jonah Coleman vs. Chiefs

The Denver Broncos' defense ranked significantly higher than the Kansas City Chiefs' last season, but that doesn't make Sean Payton any less wary of Steve Spagnuolo's unit.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 10

New DVOA Rankings Send Strong Message About Broncos Entering 2026

There are many takes out there on how NFL teams will fare this season. When it comes to the Denver Broncos, it's best to say that it's a mixed bag . There are those who don't believe the Broncos will be as good as they were last year, while others still see a playoff team, even if Denver doesn't win as many games as it did last year.

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The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the 39 players in the NFL's Super Bowl era (since 1966) to catch at least 10 touchdowns in three or more seasons can you name in six minutes?

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Travis Kelce News / DenverBroncosCommunity / September 10

Travis Kelce sends a warning to the Broncos before Week 1 opener

The Denver Broncos will open their 2026 campaign against a familiar AFC West rival, but they could be walking into a particularly motivated Chiefs team on Monday night.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 10

Forecasting the Futures of Broncos' Biggest 2027 Free Agents

The Denver Broncos have a good number of players set to be unrestricted free agents after the 2026 season. The Broncos are going all-in on the Super Bowl this year, and missing out could be a major blow to the roster because many of the veterans set to hit the open market in 2027 are key starters or vital role players.

Bo Nix News / DenverBroncosCommunity / September 10

Broncos Star Provides Bizarre Bo Nix Analogy Ahead of New Season

The Denver Broncos enter the new season with expectations higher than they have been in years. Much of that pressure rests on Bo Nix, who enters his third NFL season as the team’s unquestioned offensive leader.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Broncos’ Bo Nix Year 3 breakout has Courtland Sutton making zoo comparisons

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is preparing to return to regular-season action nearly eight months after suffering a fractured right ankle in the closing minutes of the team’s 33-30 overtime playoff win over the Buffalo Bills.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 9

Broncos Name Nine Team Captains for 2026, Including One First-Timer

The Denver Broncos are just days away from their season-opening trip to take on the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football. With a few days to spare, the Broncos have announced nine team captains for the 2026 season, with three on offense, four on defense, and two on special teams.

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Drew Sanders News / Viral Sports News / September 9

Former Arkansas All-American Gets Dumped by NFL Team

For one electric season in Fayetteville, Drew Sanders looked like the kind of player Arkansas fans wait years to see. On Tuesday, the Denver Broncos officially closed the book on his time in the NFL’s Mile High City, waiving the former Razorback linebacker from injured reserve, via the NFL transaction log.

Denver Broncos News / Viral Sports News / September 9

Broncos Abruptly Terminate Contract of 25-Year-Old Defender

The Denver Broncos have officially ended their relationship with linebacker Drew Sanders, waiving the former third-round pick from injured reserve. The move, which included an injury settlement and was revealed on ESPN’s NFL transaction log, closes a three-year chapter defined more by missed games than production.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 9

5 Big Questions Broncos Have Yet to Answer Entering the Regular Season

It's Super Bowl or bust for the 2026 Denver Broncos. The Broncos have a great team, but they didn't address several issues from last year in the offseason or in the preseason .

Jonah Elliss News / The Lead / September 9

Jonah Elliss Will Have a Breakout Year for the Denver Broncos

After a dominant 2025 campaign, plenty of eyes will be on the Denver Broncos this season. Or, more specifically, on their defense. Denver’s defense wreaked havoc all season long, leading the league in sacks with a whopping 68.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Broncos Cornerback Emerges as Top Trade Target Among Decision-Makers

Patrick Surtain II enters 2026 with a strong case as the NFL’s best cornerback. He has been a two-time first-team All-Pro and won Defensive Player of the Year in 2024.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 9

Broncos' First Regular-Season Depth Chart Reveals Key Position-Battle Winners

Sean Payton isn't a big fan of publishing official depth charts. The closest the Denver Broncos get is the unofficial depth chart found in each game's weekly release during the regular season.

Sean Payton News / A to Z Sports / September 9

Sean Payton finally stopped the charade and made the change that Broncos fans knew was inevitable

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton put an end to the charade on Wednesday. Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton sent a scare to fantasy football owners in August when he listed rookie running back Jonah Coleman at the bottom of the depth chart.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9

Patrick Surtain II had a telling response to Christian Gonzalez’s stunning contract

Christian Gonzalez’s massive new contract extension with the New England Patriots easily clears the most recent deal signed by Denver Broncos defensive back Patrick Surtain II. But Surtain isn’t sweating it, as he even congratulated his Patriots counterpart for securing such a huge bag just before the start of the 2026 NFL season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 9

Broncos' Surtain reacts to Gonzalez's record cornerback contract

Broncos' Pat Surtain II reacts to Christian Gonzalez's record cornerback contract

Gonzalez agreed to a four-year, $135 million extension with the New England Patriots late Monday night.

Patriots end Christian Gonzalez saga ahead of Super Bowl rematch

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Bo Nix News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Broncos QB Bo Nix Makes Announcement Before NFL Season Opener

Bo Nix is entering his third NFL season with the Denver Broncos facing high expectations after coming within one win of the Super Bowl last season. The quarterback is now preparing for another important year as Sean Payton’s offense looks to take the next step.

Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 8

Broncos Worked Out Four Defensive Players

The Denver Broncos hosted four defensive players for workouts on Tuesday, including DB Dean Clark, LB Jack Dingle, DB Jack Henderson, and LB Emany Johnson.

Drew Sanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 8

Broncos Cut LB Drew Sanders From IR

The Denver Broncos have waived LB Drew Sanders from injured reserve, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. Sanders, 25, was selected with the No. 67 overall pick in the third round by the Broncos in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Jake Plummer News / A to Z Sports / September 8

Former Broncos QB Jake Plummer gets real about one of the NFL’s top controversies that is changing the game in a negative way

Jake Plummer explains why he is against the shift towards more indoor NFL stadiums that reduce meaningful game elements. Former Denver Broncos QB Jake Plummer, who started at quarterback for 10 years in the NFL, recently gave his thoughts on teams shifting from football played outside on grass to indoors with artificial turf.

Sean Payton News / DenverBroncosCommunity / September 8

Sean Payton tips Broncos rookie for huge season

Three dangerous NFL teams were handed easier paths than anyone realizes

Travis Kelce is on the verge of making more NFL history with the Chiefs

The 'Passing-TD record by NFL team' quiz

Jarrett Stidham News / Pro Football Rumors / September 2

Jarrett Stidham To Remain Broncos’ QB2

The door was reportedly open for Sam Ehlinger to unseat Jarrett Stidham as the Broncos’ backup quarterback, but head coach Sean Payton will not make a change.