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Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / November 24

Sean Payton identifies 'low-hanging fruit' that Broncos must clean up after bye

The Denver Broncos come off their Week 12 bye rested and ready to prove they are truly among the top teams in the NFL.

Broncos sign K Wil Lutz to three-year contract extension

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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 24

Broncos Bye-Week Report Card: Full Player Grades

The Denver Broncos got their bye after beating the Kansas City Chiefs, which comes at a good time, as injuries were mounting. With their Week 12 bye, the Broncos have a chance to get tight end Nate Adkins, cornerback Patrick Surtain II, and linebacker Alex Singleton back.

Sean Payton News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 24

Payton: Broncos 'Reached Out To a Few' Players About New Contracts

The Denver Broncos officially announced the three-year extension they've agreed to with kicker Wil Lutz, confirming Friday's report. Lutz isn't the only key Bronco playing in a contract year.

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Wil Lutz News / Field Level Media / November 24

Broncos sign K Wil Lutz to 3-year contract extension

The Denver Broncos signed veteran kicker Wil Lutz to a three-year contract extension through the 2028 season on Monday. Lutz, 31, made all five field-goal attempts in Denver's 22-19 win against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 11, including the game-winner from 35 yards out as time expired.

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The most memorable NFL Thanksgiving game performances

The NFL on Thanksgiving has become one of the great American traditions, dating back to 1920. These are some of the most memorable moments and performances from the Turkey Day games.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 24

Report: Veteran RB Turned Down Broncos to Sign with Chiefs

After he surprisingly shook loose from the Houston Texans, and in the wake of J.K. Dobbins' season-ending injury, many a Denver Broncos fan wanted the team to pursue veteran running back Dameon Pierce on the open market.

Nik Bonitto News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 24

Broncos DC Reveals Nik Bonitto's True 'Best Trait'

After finding the kryptonite necklace to hang around the neck of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Vance

J.K. Dobbins News / Pro Football Rumors / November 23

Broncos RB J.K. Dobbins' target date for return revealed

J.K. Dobbins‘ latest injury has him unavailable for the foreseeable future. The veteran running back has his eyes set on a Denver Broncos return if their season goes the distance, however.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 23

Broncos Face Big Decisions on Two Soon-to-Be RFAs

The Denver Broncos have multiple players with expiring contracts who could hit free agency in 2026, but a handful of them are set to become restricted free agents.

Bo Nix News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 23

Bo Nix's Placement in NFL.com's QB Index Drips With Mockery

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix ranks 11th in passing yards (2,421) and is tied for fourth in touchdowns (18). And yet, in NFL.com's Week 12 quarterback rankings, the quarterback of the 9-2 Broncos checks in as a 'Tier 4' guy.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Malcolm Roach News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 23

What a New Contract Would Look Like for Broncos DL Malcolm Roach

Interior defensive lineman Malcolm Roach is one of those under-the-radar free-agent signings who has come up big for the Denver Broncos. He signed a two-year, $7 million deal with the team in 2024 and has played a key role in the defensive line rotation.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 22

Broncos Have Chance to Sign Dynamic RB After Sudden Texans Release

The Houston Texans waived running back Dameon Pierce earlier this week, and he passed through the NFL waiver wire unclaimed. With J.K. Dobbins on injured reserve for the season, the Denver Broncos could use another running back, especially a 5-foot-10, 215-pounder like Pierce.

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Wil Lutz News / Athlon Sports / November 22

Broncos Make Team Decision After Win Against Chiefs

Denver Broncos kicker Wil Lutz was one of the key performers in Sunday’s 22-19 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. The red-hot Broncos made it eight victories in a row in Sunday’s AFC West divisional showdown against Patrick Mahomes and Co., who lost their second straight game and fell to 5-5 on the season.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 22

Troy Franklin Gives Honest Assessment of Bo Nix’s Year-2 Progress

Expectations were high for Bo Nix entering Year 2. On the heels of a historic rookie season, in which Nix set multiple franchise and league records, and helped snap the Denver Broncos' eight-year playoff drought, he certainly captured the NFL's attention.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 22

Broncos at the Bye: Grading Each Position Group

The Denver Broncos hit their Week 12 bye at 9-2, in control of the AFC West and atop the Conference as the No. 1 seed. Sean Payton ignited a firestorm with his Super Bowl comments during the preseason, but as time marches on, it could end up being viewed as a classic case of speaking something into existence.

Denver Broncos News / Gridiron Heroics / November 22

'I Trust Sean Payton': Tom Brady Gets Real on Broncos’ Potential After Win Against Chiefs

Tom Brady’s latest NFL power rankings came with one of his boldest endorsements yet for the Denver Broncos. Following Denver’s 22-19 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, the retired quarterback called them one of the league’s most complete teams and praised head coach Sean Payton for building what he believes could be an all-time defense.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / November 21

Broncos, kicker Wil Lutz agree to contract extension

Wil Lutz has enjoyed a strong tenure with the Broncos.

Saints legend joins Broncos in surprising role

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Patrick Surtain News / The Lead / November 20

The Broncos’ Secondary Has Been Thriving Without Patrick Surtain

The Denver Broncos have been anchored by their elite defense. Despite an occasionally struggling offense, Denver’s defenders have always kept the team in the game.

Denver Broncos News / The Lead / November 20

Broncos’ Winning Formula Makes Them Super Bowl Contenders

No, it’s not 2015 anymore — but the Denver Broncos are 9-2 and hold the No. 1 seed in the AFC. When the clock hit triple zeros in the fourth quarter Sunday

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / November 19