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Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 7

Broncos rumors: Patrick Surtain II avoided worst-case scenario with injury, but IR still on table

The Denver Broncos suffered a disappointing 24-14 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, in which the offense struggled and the defense faltered in the second half.

Sean Payton News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Dan Graziano Warns Broncos' Davis Webb Could Lose Play-Calling Duties to Sean Payton Soon

Sean Payton handed play-calling duties to Davis Webb this season, and four games in, people around the NFL are already wondering how long the arrangement lasts.

Tony Pollard News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Broncos' 28th-Ranked Rushing Grade Makes Tony Pollard a Deadline Fit for Denver's Backfield

The Denver Broncos have handed the ball to four running backs in four games, and the longest run any of them has produced went 17 yards. Denver sits 29th in rushing yards, and PFF’s Bradley Locker lists the Broncos as a possible fit for Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard among his 15 trade candidates before the Nov.

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The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

How many of the most recent pair of teammates to rush for two touchdowns each in the same game for each NFL franchise can you name in eight minutes?

The '2K-scrimmage-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The '800-receiving-yard running backs' quiz

The 'First-Round QBs of the 2000s' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 7

Broncos most to blame for offensive dud in Week 4 vs. 49ers

The Denver Broncos were unable to get their offense untracked against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 4. The Broncos were held to 14 points and this has been an issue throughout the first quarter of the season.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 7

One Advanced Metric Reveals Silver Lining to Broncos’ 2-2 Start

Four games into the 2026 NFL season, the Denver Broncos sit at 2-2 , with slow starts in each game and a pathetic total of just 13 first-half points. It's clear the Broncos have a lot of work to do to become a top contender.

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / October 7

ESPN insiders address Sean Payton, Davis Webb chatter ahead of Broncos' game at winless Chargers

Throughout his career as an NFL head coach, Payton had never delegated offensive play-calling duties to a coordinator before the Broncos promoted Webb earlier this year.

Many Broncos fans want HC Sean Payton to strip OC Davis Webb of play-calling after 2-2 start; what do the stats say?

Broncos' Davis Webb gets fresh warning ahead of game at winless Chargers

The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

NFL News / Viral Sports News / October 7

Broncos Connected to Intriguing Cornerback Trade With NFC Team

Injuries at cornerback have put Riley Moss back in the trade conversation, and one national analyst has already pointed the Denver Broncos starter toward the Detroit Lions before the Nov.

Bo Nix News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 6

Jensen’s Judgment: Broncos Have a Bo Nix Problem They Must Fix Fast

I hate to say it, but the Denver Broncos have a quarterback problem. Before anyone knee-jerk reacts and loses their teeth, understand that I'm actually a firm believer in Bo Nix.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 6

Patrick Surtain II shares joyful personal news after injury scare

Patrick Surtain II announced a major life update following his injury scare. The Denver Broncos cornerback revealed that he and his fiancée, Kevia Higdon, will be welcoming their first child together.

Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6

Broncos Worked Out Six Players

The Denver Broncos hosted six players for tryouts on Tuesday, including WR Jamari Thrash, per the NFL Transactions wire. The full list includes: DB Paul Manning WR Nick Nash DB Ayo Oyelola WR Brenden Rice WR Cam Ross WR Jamari Thrash Thrash, 25, started his college career at Georgia State before transferring to Louisville.

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The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Most HRs by an MLB first baseman' quiz

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 6

Broncos Bring Back WR After Injury to Pat Bryant

With Pat Bryant expected to miss time, the Denver Broncos on Tuesday bought themselves some insurance at wide receiver, bringing back Cameron Ross to its practice squad.

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / October 6

Broncos OC gets fresh warning ahead of game at winless Chargers

Broncos' Davis Webb gets fresh warning ahead of game at winless Chargers

This is the first time during his career as a head coach that Sean Payton is delegating offensive play-calling duties to a coordinator.

Many Broncos fans want HC Sean Payton to strip OC Davis Webb of play-calling after 2-2 start; what do the stats say?

Three winners, three losers from a wild NFL Week 4

Jim Harbaugh shares Mike McDaniel job security update after Chargers' loss to Seahawks

The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

Deuce Vaughn News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6

Texans Signing RB Deuce Vaughn

Aaron Wilson reports the Texans are signing former Cowboys RB Deuce Vaughn to the practice squad. Vaughn, 24, is a former sixth-round pick of the Cowboys back in 2023 out of Kansas State. He signed a four-year, $3,973,336 rookie contract with the Cowboys, which included $133,336 guaranteed.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Broncos' NFL Power Rankings Roundup Has Denver Dropping Everywhere After Loss to 49ers

The Denver Broncos’ offense has scored 13 first-half points in four games. It managed three before halftime Sunday in a 24-14 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, and the numbers behind the loss weren’t pretty.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Broncos' New Playoff Odds Come With a Warning About the Spot Denver Is Barely Holding

A week ago, the Denver Broncos looked like a solid bet to reach the playoffs. One trip to San Francisco later, the cushion is mostly gone. ESPN’s Football Power Index gives Denver a 56 percent chance to make the postseason, seventh in the AFC, after Sunday’s 24-14 loss to the 49ers.

Sean Payton News / DenverBroncosCommunity / October 6

Broncos’ Davis Webb Receives Sean Payton Amid Slow Start to Play-Calling Career

Davis Webb’s first season calling plays for the Denver Broncos has not gone as smoothly as expected. After Sean Payton handed him the responsibility, Webb entered the season with plenty of optimism surrounding his promotion.

Bo Nix News / TWSN / October 6

Bo Nix’s Alarming Passing Trend Should Concern the Denver Broncos

The Denver Broncos now sit with a 2-2 record after their 24-14 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 4. One of the most alarming aspects of the team that has contributed to this start is their offense.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Three Positives and Four Negatives From the Broncos' 2-2 Start, With PFF Season Grades

PFF’s season grades go a long way toward explaining the Denver Broncos through four games. The pass rush and two offensive linemen are grading among the best players on the roster, and Bo Nix has the lowest grade on the offense after Sunday’s 24-14 loss at San Francisco.

Patrick Surtain News / Pro Football Rumors / October 5

Broncos’ Patrick Surtain, Pat Bryant Avoid Serious Injuries

The Broncos’ Week 4 loss to the 49ers brought injury scares. Both Patrick Surtain and Pat Bryant went down, and fears of season-ending injuries emerged.

Denver Broncos News / Field Level Media / October 5

Report: No serious ankle injury for Broncos CB Patrick Surtain II

Denver Broncos All-Pro cornerback Patrick Surtain II will only miss a short amount of time after an MRI revealed Monday that he does not have a serious right ankle injury, ESPN reported.

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / October 5

What do stats say about Broncos offense after 2-2 start?

Many Broncos fans want HC Sean Payton to strip OC Davis Webb of play-calling after 2-2 start; what do the stats say?

The Broncos are 2-2 following another sluggish offensive performance in a 24-14 Week 4 road loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

NFL Week 4 winners, losers: CeeDee Lamb dominates; Justin Herbert flops again

The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

Denver Broncos News / Field Level Media / October 4

Broncos star CB Pat Surtain II injures ankle in loss to 49ers

Denver Broncos All-Pro cornerback Pat Surtain II injured his right ankle and missed the second half of the team's 24-14 loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday in Santa Clara, Calif.