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Broncos Decide on Jaleel McLaughlin Ahead of Free Agency

The rumor mill is churning at the NFL Combine, with every player agent and most NFL GMs and head coaches in Indianapolis. This is where a lot of free-agent conversations start, despite it being a draft-oriented event.

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Broncos Decline RFA Tender For Jaleel McLaughlin

After spending the first three seasons of his NFL career in Denver, running back Jaleel McLaughlin is heading for the open market. The Broncos will not tender the restricted free agent a contract, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports.

Ja'Quan McMillian News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 27

Broncos' Decision on Ja'Quan McMillian is the Right One

The Denver Broncos aren't taking too many chances with nickel phenom Ja'Quan McMillian , who's set to be a restricted free agent. According to ESPN 's Jeremy Fowler , the Broncos will tender McMillian at the second-round level to make it harder for teams to sign him away.

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The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / February 27

Broncos Place Second-Round Tender On Ja’Quan McMillian

Broncos cornerback Ja’Quan McMillian is heading for restricted free agency after putting together his third straight two-interception season in 2025. The Broncos applied the second-round tender to McMillian on Friday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports.

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 27

Broncos make final contract decision on key defender before free agency

Free agency is right around the corner, and the Denver Broncos are making moves just like the other 31 teams in the league. On Friday, reports indicate that the club made a final contract decision on one of its key defenders from the 2025-26 campaign.

Sean Payton News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 27

Hardcore Broncos Fans Won't Like Sean Payton's New OTA Timeline

If you're a fan of the Denver Broncos, and you live for every nugget, every post-practice presser, image, clip — you name it — you have to come to terms with how pushing deeper into the playoffs impacts Sean Payton's offseason schedule.

Sean Payton News / 5 GOATs / February 27

Sean Payton explains decision to hand off play-calling to Davis Webb: ‘It’s a young man’s league’

For just the second time in his coaching career, Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton is handing off play-calling duties. Davis Webb will take on those responsibilities next year after moving up to offensive coordinator.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 26

Payton Points to One Questionable Issue Limiting Marvin Mims Jr.

After Sean Payton stunned onlookers by announcing that he has relinquished the Denver Broncos' play-calling duties to offensive coordinator Davis Webb , he held court at the NFL Combine on Tuesday for almost an additional half-hour.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 26

Broncos Doing Homework on 3 RB Prospects in Indy

As it stands, only one running back who finished the 2025 season on the Denver Broncos' active roster is still under contract for 2026. J.K. Dobbins is set to be an unrestricted free agent, while Jaleel McLaughlin (restricted) and Tyler Badie (exlusive rights) also have an uncertain future.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

Sean Payton News / A to Z Sports / February 26

Sean Payton leaves no doubt where he stands on NFL's decision regarding the 'Tush Push'

The Denver Broncos head coach is known for wearing his emotions on his sleeve, leaving nothing to the imagination about how he feels. During the NFL Combine, Payton was his usual self.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 26

Report: Broncos Lose 'Well Regarded' Coach to Miami Hurricanes

The Denver Broncos have a new opening on Sean Payton's staff as offensive quality-control coach Favian Upshaw has departed for a job with the University of Miami, the Denver Post's Luca Evans reported Thursday.

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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 26

Broncos Second-Round Draft Prospects Who Could Start Day 1

In recent years, the Denver Broncos have had some success in the second round of the draft. Key players like All-Pro rush linebacker Nik Bonitto, All-Pro returner/wideout Marvin Mims Jr., and running back RJ Harvey, who recorded 12 touchdowns as a rookie, are recent examples of second-round hits.

Sean Payton News / Yardbarker / February 26

Broncos coach Sean Payton expresses surprise over NFL afternoon replay error rates

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton, a longtime football mind who now sits on the NFL's competition committee, expressed concern over a report regarding replay reviews.

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George Paton News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 25

Broncos GM Paton Updates Interest in Re-Signing Top Free Agent

Denver Broncos general manager George Paton made clear that the team would prefer to re-sign starting slot cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian, an impending restricted free agent.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 25

Broncos GM Reveals Stance on Bringing Back J.K. Dobbins

The Denver Broncos have a big decision to make at running back this offseason. With RJ Harvey the only running back currently under contract for 2026, the Broncos need to make some moves.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 25

1 free agent who would fix Broncos’ biggest flaw heading into 2026 season

The Denver Broncos are in a position to make some noise in the 2026 offseason with more cap space to utilize in free agency than many might realize. After falling a Bo Nix injury short of Super Bowl LX, the Broncos would be content to run it back in 2026.

Brandon Jones News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 25

Top 10 Safeties for Broncos in 2026 NFL Draft

The Denver Broncos had a good safety duo last season, but Brandon Jones had a down year in 2024, and the team could get out of his contract. That opens the door for the Broncos to add a safety, especially with Jones working back from injury and P.J.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 25

Report: Broncos Hire Colorado DC to Replace Jim Leonhard

The Denver Broncos made another addition to their coaching staff, hiring University of Colorado defensive coordinator Robert Livingston as defensive passing game coordinator/secondary coach, multiple reports indicated Wednesday.

Sean Payton News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 25

Sean Payton Opens Up on Broncos' New QBs Coach Logan Kilgore

With Davis Webb installed as the (play-calling) offensive coordinator, the Denver Broncos have a new quarterbacks coach in Logan Kilgore . When it comes to Bo Nix and the quarterbacks, Kilgore will be in the daily trenches with his sleeves rolled up, though Webb and head coach Sean Payton will also be involved.

Sean Payton News / Yardbarker / February 24