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Sean Payton Credits Broncos Fans at Empower Field For Huge Win Over Chiefs

The Denver Broncos pulled off a remarkable 28-24 comeback victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 9. Trailing 24-13 in the fourth quarter, Denver rallied behind Bo Nix, who delivered two crucial touchdown passes.

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Broncos Playoff Picture: Seeding, Remaining Schedule After 28-24 Comeback Win Over Chiefs

Denver needed every second of the final 35 on Sunday at Empower Field at Mile High. Malcolm Roach sacked Patrick Mahomes on fourth-and-goal from the 6 with four seconds left, sealing a 28-24 win over the Chiefs that moved the Broncos to 6-2 and into first place in the AFC West.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Broncos Were Perfect in the Red Zone, and 2 More Takeaways From 28-24 Win Over Chiefs

Denver Broncos fans have watched this kind of finish before, and Sunday’s version ended with Malcolm Roach sacking Patrick Mahomes at the Denver 12 as time expired.

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The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

Can you name the active running backs with at least 20 rushing touchdowns in their career?

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Sean Payton News / Larry Brown Sports / November 2

Sean Payton’s whiteboard message gave the Broncos a big spark against the Chiefs

Sean Payton knew exactly what he needed to motivate the Denver Broncos on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs. Before the Week 8 showdown between the AFC West Division rivals at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo., Payton wrote “48” on the whiteboard in Denver’s locker room, according to Aric DiLalla of the Broncos’ official site.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Andy Reid News / Yardbarker / November 2

Andy Reid not buying costly penalty that undid Chiefs' game-winning TD vs. Broncos

The Kansas City Chiefs had just pulled off a wild fourth-quarter comeback Sunday to beat the Denver Broncos — until an official's call said they hadn't.

NFL Week 8 winners, losers: Broncos defense stands tall; Cowboys defense flops again

Report: Colts now open to trading Jonathan Taylor, Giants among teams in mix

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George Paton News / A to Z Sports / November 2

Denver Broncos win over the Kansas City Chiefs should leave George Paton no choice amid rumors of blockbuster trade

The Denver Broncos just knocked off the Kansas City Chiefs to take over first place in the AFC West, and one part of the offense still needs a jolt if they want to make a real Super Bowl run.

Denver Broncos News / Stadium Rant / November 2

The Denver Broncos Are Inevitable

It’s simple: the Denver Broncos are inevitable. No matter how bleak the game gets, they pull through more often than not. This latest game was no different. Last week, the Kansas City Chiefs got thoroughly dominated by the Seattle Seahawks 20-3.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Broncos Position Group Report Card Following Win over Chiefs

The Denver Broncos finally got their revenge. After suffering a convincing defeat to the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1, Denver turned the tables at Empower Field at Mile High, rallying from an 11-point deficit to beat the Chiefs 28-24.

Sean Payton News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 2

Broncos’ Sean Payton gives Denver fans their flowers despite boos in Chiefs game

The Denver Broncos’ home crowd was not always happy with what it saw against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, but Sean Payton made sure to give Broncos Country plenty of credit after a thrilling 28-24 win.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Bo Nix News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1

Broncos’ Bo Nix left nearly speechless by ‘magical’ home after besting Chiefs

Bo Nix expressed amazement toward the atmosphere of the home crowd following the Denver Broncos’ remarkable win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday evening.

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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1

Are the Broncos legit Super Bowl contenders after stealing AFC West top spot from Chiefs?

Coach Sean Payton got emotional about his 200th win on Sunday, which sent Denver Broncos to 6-2 and placed them in the penthouse of the AFC West. Payton’s

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 1

Broncos Had Some Big Winners & Losers in 28-24 Victory Over Chiefs

Sean Payton and Bo Nix are undefeated at home against the Kansas City Chiefs, after the Denver Broncos stormed back in the fourth quarter to vanquish their

NFL News / EasySportz / November 1

Broncos Stun Chiefs With Incredible Comeback and Late Defensive Stand

The Denver Broncos delivered one of their biggest victories of the season Sunday, overcoming a 24-13 deficit to defeat the Kansas City Chiefs 28-24 at Empower Field at Mile High.

Sean Payton News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1

Emotional Sean Payton reflects on 200th career win after Broncos-Chiefs

Sunday provided further affirmation that Sean Payton is one of the best head coaches of his generation. Trailing the Kansas City Chiefs, 24-13 in the fourth quarter, the Denver Broncos cracked down defensively and got the explosive offense they needed to leave Empower Field with a 28-24 victory.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1

Broncos’ Sean Payton makes candid Emmett Johnson admission after win vs. Chiefs

The Denver Broncos stunned the Kansas City Chiefs with a massive fourth-quarter comeback to get a 28-24 win in Week 8. Down 11 in the final frame, the Broncos scored 15 unanswered points, then held a goal-line stand to knock off the Chiefs and claim the lead in the AFC West.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1

Broncos stun Chiefs with incredible goal line stand to take AFC West lead

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs placed the Denver Broncos where they wanted them. Denver’s back was to the end zone, and rolling without key defensive back Brandon Jones.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 1

3 Wild Takeaways From Broncos' 28-24 Comeback Win Over Chiefs

You simply cannot make this up. In a thrilling game, the Denver Broncos outlasted the Kansas City Chiefs in the most improbable fashion. Down by 11 points

NFL News / Field Level Media / November 1

Late stand lifts Broncos past Chiefs, and into AFC West lead

Jonah Coleman scored a go-ahead touchdown with 1:56 remaining, and the host Denver Broncos made a goal-line stand in the final seconds to rally and beat Kansas City Chiefs 28-24 on Sunday.

Denver Broncos News / Viral Sports News / November 1

Denver Broncos Hit With Bad News Before NFL Trade Deadline

The Denver Broncos find themselves in a familiar spot as the November 10 trade deadline nears: monitoring a high-profile name who could address a clear need while weighing whether the cost makes any sense for a team with realistic playoff aspirations.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 1

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R.J. Harvey News / Pro Football Rumors / October 31

Broncos To Place RB RJ Harvey On IR

The Broncos recently got Jonah Coleman back in the fold. Their backfield will again be at less than full strength moving forward, however. RJ Harvey is being placed on injured reserve, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports.

R.J. Harvey News / TWSN / October 31

RJ Harvey’s Recovery Could Shape Denver’s Backfield Down the Stretch

The Denver Broncos are getting set to face the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 8, but will have to do so without RJ Harvey as a factor on the ground. While Harvey’s knee injury is not believed to be “sever or hold him out long term,” according to Sam Jane, it still impacts the Broncos’ running back rotation.