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Denver Broncos News / DenverBroncosCommunity / October 11

'Absolutely awful' – Broncos’ offensive issues come under scrutiny after Week 4

The Denver Broncos and quarterback Bo Nix face tough questions about the team’s offense after a 24–14 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 4. Their ground game struggled to gain traction, while the passing attack faced problems against defensive pressure.

Quinn Meinerz News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Broncos Lineman Fined by NFL Ahead of Week 5 Matchup With Chargers

Denver Broncos offensive lineman Quinn Meinerz has reportedly been fined approximately $15,000 by the NFL for posting an image of a drug-testing notification on social media.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 11

3 Reasons the Broncos Will Beat the Chargers, and 2 Reasons They Won't

Four of the last five meetings between the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers were one-possession games, so the gap between a 2-2 team and a 0-4 team may not mean much once the ball is kicked.

Buffalo Bills News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz

In NFL history, a quarterback has rushed for eight or more touchdowns in a season 38 times. How many of the 38 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL QB rushing-TD leaders' quiz

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The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 11

5 Dream Trades That Could Transform the Broncos

NFL trade rumors usually don't heat up for another couple of weeks when we draw closer to the trade deadline on November 10. And yet, this week alone, we've seen Philadelphia Eagles center offensive lineman Cam Jurgens traded and possibly Arizona Cardinals wideout Marvin Harrison Jr .

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.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 11

Chargers' Strengths Are Clear, but Broncos Can Exploit These Flaws

The Los Angeles Chargers may be winless, but they still have plenty of talent. However, the Chargers also have glaring holes that should be easy to attack.

R.J. Harvey News / Athlon Sports / October 11

RJ Harvey vs. Chargers Week 5: Three Expectations for Broncos RB

Bo Nix was asked this week why he is not running more, and the Denver Broncos quarterback answered with a question about RJ Harvey. “Y’all want me with the ball or RJ (Harvey) with the ball?” Nix asked reporters Wednesday, four days before a trip to face the Los Angeles Chargers.

Sean Payton News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 10

Broncos vs. Chargers: How to Watch or Stream Sunday's AFC West Showdown

It's been a wild week at Denver Broncos HQ. Losses in the Sean Payton era are few and far between, so last week's defeat was enough on its own to create some drama as the Broncos fell to 2-2.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 10

Broncos Make Two Telling Roster Moves Ahead of Chargers Showdown

The Denver Broncos are uncomfortably short on cornerbacks. With starting cornerback duo Patrick Surtain II (ankle) and Riley Moss (ribs) ruled out of Sunday's road game against the Los Angeles Chargers, the Broncos have three remaining cover corners on the active roster.

Sean Payton News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 10

Several Broncos Could Make History vs. Chargers

The week following a loss is always rough, but this one has been especially tumultuous for the Denver Broncos. Sean Payton stripped the play-calling duties from first-year offensive coordinator Davis Webb — a storyline that has dominated the headlines and conversation in and around the Mile High City for obvious reasons.

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 10

Broncos Week 5 fantasy football injury report vs. Chargers: Courtland Sutton, Jaylen Waddle impact with Pat Bryant out

The Denver Broncos enter Week 5 with an opening in their receiving rotation, but fantasy managers should resist treating Pat Bryant’s absence as an automatic breakout signal for Courtland Sutton and Jaylen Waddle.

Sean Payton News / A to Z Sports / October 10

Denver Broncos are now headed toward an outcome Sean Payton desperately wanted to avoid

The Denver Broncos are now in a situation that they were desperately hoping to avoid going into the 2026 season. Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos are now on the fast track to an outcome that they were desperately hoping to avoid going into the season.

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The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

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NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 10

5 Broncos Sleepers the Chargers May Not See Coming

The Denver Broncos face a unique challenge this week, going into SoFi Stadium to face a Los Angeles Chargers team that is yet to win a game this weason.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 9

Broncos OC Davis Webb breaks silence on losing playcalling duties

It was a week of major change for Denver Broncos offensive coordinator Davis Webb. On Thursday, head coach Sean Payton reclaimed offensive playcalling duties after the team’s 2-2 start to the season.

Denver Broncos News / Field Level Media / October 9

Broncos OC Davis Webb disappointed to lose play-calling role

Denver Broncos offensive coordinator Davis Webb didn't envision getting only four games to show off his abilities as a play-caller. Webb said Friday "it's not ideal" to be stripped of the duties so early in the season.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 9

Broncos Can’t Afford to Lose These 2 Matchups vs. Chargers

The Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers have been a divisional matchup that Sean Payton and Bo Nix have yet to figure out. Even with Denver at 2-2, the 0-4 Chargers still have plenty of ways to pull off an upset.

Bo Nix News / Viral Sports News / October 9

Denver Broncos Add Towering WR for Bo Nix

The Denver Broncos did not go looking for a new receiver when Pat Bryant’s ankle sent him to injured reserve. It went back to the one it already trusts.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 9

Broncos make Pat Bryant IR decision ahead of Week 5

The Denver Broncos will be without one of their emerging wide receivers for at least the next four games after making a roster decision ahead of their Week 5 matchup.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / October 9

Broncos To Move WR Pat Bryant To IR

Although Pat Bryant is believed to have avoided the worst-case scenario, the Broncos wide receiver will still miss extensive time due to the ankle injury he sustained in Week 4.

Denver Broncos News / Stadium Rant / October 8

Broncos’ Offensive Struggles: What’s Behind Them?

The Denver Broncos’ offensive struggles have been a talking point since their 24-14 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. They’ve scored just 13 first-half points in four games.

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / October 8

Sean Payton taking over play-calling duties leads to one critical question

Nix's play-caller last season when he was throwing the ball deep and having a lot of success? Payton.

Sean Payton reportedly makes surprising Davis Webb move for Broncos' game at Chargers

Success of Broncos' play-calling shake-up hinges on QB Bo Nix letting it fly

Sean Payton, Bo Nix address criticisms of Broncos offense amid Davis Webb chatter

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / October 8

Success of Broncos' play-calling shake-up hinges on QB Bo Nix letting it fly

The Denver Broncos are making a needed play-calling change, but it won't work until starting quarterback Bo Nix begins ripping it.

Sean Payton, Bo Nix address criticisms of Broncos offense amid Davis Webb chatter

Sean Payton reportedly makes surprising Davis Webb move for Broncos' game at Chargers

Broncos seem to respond to surprising Sean Payton, Davis Webb report

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

Ben Powers News / HITC / October 8

Broncos guard Ben Powers handed $17,911 NFL fine after controversial hit

Denver Broncos guard Ben Powers has reacted to being hit with a $17,911 NFL fine for a blindside block that was not penalised during their Week 4 loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7