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The Denver Broncos defense boasted a ton of star power during the 2025 season, and now head into 2026 with a ton of those key pieces still in the mix to try and build upon that campaign for an even better one.

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Broncos OT earns high praise in latest rankings

As the 2026 season grows closer, ESPN has started releasing its annual Top 10 rankings for each NFL position. And on their Offensive Tackles list, the Denver Broncos were represented in the Top 10 by left tackle Garett Bolles.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 12

Denver Broncos Roster Breakdown: Safeties—Questions Persist

Over the past few years, the Denver Broncos have prioritized improving their safety room with a pair of big signings, and both remain their starters. However, the Broncos' safety depth could raise concerns after they allowed P.J.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 12

Sean Payton Has Clear Vision on How Broncos Will Use Jaylen Waddle

The Denver Broncos made a massive statement to upgrade their wide receiver room earlier this offseason when they decided to bring in star wide receiver Jaylen Waddle from the Miami Dolphins, ultimately trading a bundle of draft capital in exchange to offer a spark to their offense and Bo Nix's arsenal.

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The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

Cole Kmet News / DenverBroncosCommunity / July 12

$50M NFC tight end linked with Denver Broncos in blockbuster trade

Cole Kmet has become a name to watch as trade speculation grows, with the Broncos emerging as a team that could benefit if the Bears decide to make a move.

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The top beneficiaries from the 2026 NFL offseason

NFL teams annually make moves late in the summer, but rosters are mostly set after free agency and the draft. Here are the players who benefited from this year's offseason carousel.

Sean Payton News / DenverBroncosCommunity / July 12

Sean Payton makes revealing statement on $16M Broncos star ahead of 2026

Sean Payton believes running back J.K. Dobbins brings more than just production to the Denver Broncos’ offense, explaining why Denver wanted him back for another season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 12

Agreement in place to sell Seahawks for NFL record price

The long-anticipated sale of the Seattle Seahawks is finally in the process of going through.

Mike Macdonald addresses supposed help from Tom Brady in Super Bowl

Macdonald expands on mindset about potential Super Bowl repeat

How long will it take for John Harbaugh to turn Giants around?

Deebo Samuel might finally sign with a contender

Terrion Arnold drawing attention from a surprising suitor

J.J. Watt opens up about his special connection to Bengals

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 11

Predicting the Broncos' Defensive Stat Leaders for 2026

The Denver Broncos’ identity as a defense-oriented team has prevailed for a decade now, and it’s easy to see why with how much talent they’ve had on that side of the ball.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 11

Sean Payton Sees J.K. Dobbins as 'Compound Multiplier' for Broncos

The Denver Broncos, after one year of the J.K. Dobbins experience in 2025, decided they wanted to see a bit more from him moving forward by bringing him back onto the roster with a two-year, $16 million contract earlier this offseason.

Sean Payton News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Former Giants OC Sean Payton Predicts Major Change to NFL Standard

Sean Payton has been around for so long, there's a whole generation who has forgotten he was the offensive coordinator for a New York Giants' Super Bowl team.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 10

AFC Notes: Fernando Mendoza, Davis Webb, Que Robinson, Broncos, Raiders

With Broncos LB Jonathon Cooper‘s situation, Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated writes that second-year LB Que Robinson looks ready to take advantage of

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Bo Nix News / DenverBroncosCommunity / July 10

Encouraging Bo Nix update draws reaction from Broncos’ coach

Bo Nix’s latest workout offered another encouraging sign in his recovery, and it even caught the attention of Broncos offensive coordinator Davis Webb ahead of training camp.

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The 'Women's Wimbledon champions' quiz

The 'Most three-pointers by NBA team' quiz

The '60-point NBA games' quiz

The '2026 American League All-Stars' quiz

Zach Allen News / DenverBroncosCommunity / July 10

Broncos $102M star earns double NFL honor amid surprising Myles Garrett comparison

The Denver Broncos defense has risen to being one of the most respected defensive units in the AFC. Defensive tackle Zach Allen, who has played a central role in that rise, is finally getting his plaudits in the national media.

Von Miller News / DenverBroncosCommunity / July 10

Broncos reunion dream appears over as Von Miller makes unexpected Cowboys move

NFL linebacker Von Miller is currently a free agent ahead of the 2026 season. A reunion with the Denver Broncos had been discussed throughout the offseason, but the veteran linebacker instead shared a photo of himself in a Dallas Cowboys jersey.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 10

Denver Broncos Roster Breakdown: Cornerbacks—A Trade Waiting to Happen

The Denver Broncos have one of the best cornerback rooms in the NFL . It's led by a perennial Pro Bowler and two excellent starters at the top of the depth chart.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 10

Genius of Broncos' Apparent Offseason Blunder Will Become Clear in Time

One of the Denver Broncos' primary goals of this offseason centered around retaining the key pieces of their roster that made them successful in 2025.

Sean Payton News / DenverBroncosCommunity / July 10

Sean Payton decision that might have changed Sean McDermott’s coaching future

Certain plays in the NFL have the power to change the future of franchises and the people leading them. One such instance came when the Denver Broncos, coached by Sean Payton, faced the Buffalo Bills in the 2025 postseason.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 9

Broncos star sets massive goal, expectation for defense

Broncos' Zach Allen sets massive goal, expectation for Denver's defense

The Denver Broncos had one of the NFL's best defenses in 2025, and it nearly carried them to a Super Bowl. They also nearly set the NFL single-season record for most sacks, falling just four shy of the mark.

George McCaskey compares 2025 Bears to legendary Super Bowl winners

The 'NFL active sack leaders' quiz

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 9

Why Broncos Are Ditching Joint Practices for Training Camp This Year

In recent years around the NFL, it's become commonplace around training camp and preseason for several teams to take part in one, or even multiple joint practices with another team, giving players a different look against opposing rosters instead of just getting reps against guys already in their own building.

Denver Broncos News / A to Z Sports / July 9

Denver Broncos’ $102 million investment is paying off after getting some long-overdue validation from peers and NFL decision makers

The Denver Broncos handed DT Zach Allen a four-year, $102 million contract a season ago. That decision hasn’t just been validated through his play, but by NFL decision-makers and in the eyes of his peers.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / July 9

Denver Broncos 2026 NFL Season Preview

It is Super Bo or bust. The Broncos are a legitimate contender in the AFC because of Bo Nix. The statistics don’t define Nix, even though they are gaudy.

Nik Bonitto News / A to Z Sports / July 8

NFL finally gives Broncos budding star Nik Bonitto the respect he deserves following release of Top-10 pass rusher rankings

It took a few years, but Denver Broncos edge rusher Nik Bonitto has finally been named among the elite of the position following the release of rankings from NFL evaluators and personnel members.

Sean Payton News / Pro Football Rumors / July 8

Sean Payton ‘Absolutely’ Wants Broncos To Extend CB Ja’Quan McMillian

Scheduled to hit the free agent market in 2027, Broncos nickel cornerback Ja’Quan McMillian is in prime position to cash in sometime in the next year. He stands out as a clear extension candidate, but per Zac Stevens of DNVR Sports, the Broncos and McMillian’s reps had not begun active talks as of June.

Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 8