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Broncos’ Bo Nix is just happy to silence ankle injury doubters after 62-yard TD sprint

Despite Bo Nix’s struggles this season, Broncos coach Sean Payton made clear he wasn’t going to be bench the quarterback. On Sunday, Nix repaid that faith by leading the Broncos to a 30-16 win over the Arizona Cardinals.

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4 Explosive Takeaways From Broncos' 30-16 Win Over Cardinals

Denver’s offense spent the first six weeks of the season winning close games with almost no big plays. Against the Arizona Cardinals, the Broncos hit three plays of 40-plus yards, scored in all four quarters for the first time this season and pulled away for a 30-16 win at State Farm Stadium.

Denver Broncos News / Larry Brown Sports / October 25

Sean Payton apologizes for ‘awful’ trick play call that left Jaylen Waddle injured

Sean Payton was full of regret as he spoke to reporters after Sunday’s game against the Arizona Cardinals. The Denver Broncos head coach got through most of his postgame press conference without anyone asking the question he most expected.

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The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best rushing season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Jaylen Waddle News / Field Level Media / October 25

Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle (chest) exits vs. Cardinals

Denver Broncos receiver Jaylen Waddle exited Sunday's victory over the Arizona Cardinals with a chest injury. The injury occurred on a reverse with under five minutes remaining in the 30-16 triumph.

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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 / Denver Broncos on SI / October 25

3 Big Takeaways From Broncos' 30-16 Win Over Cardinals

The Denver Broncos are 5-2 after beating the Arizona Cardinals 30-16 on the road. You'd be forgiven for thinking this game was played at Mile High, though, as the stands at State Farm Stadium were thronged with Broncos Country.

Bo Nix News / Field Level Media / October 25

Bo Nix throws, runs for TDs as Broncos extend Cards’ home woes

Bo Nix threw a touchdown pass and ran 62 yards for another, J.K. Dobbins and R.J. Harvey also scored TDs, and the Denver Broncos beat the Arizona Cardinals 30-16 in Glendale, Ariz., on Sunday.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 25

AFC Notes: Kenneth Walker, Jonathon Cooper, Broncos, Chiefs

Broncos OLB Jonathan Cooper said he owes the organization and his teammates his best following his reinstatement. “No, no,” Cooper said in response to a question about whether he thought Denver would give up on him, via Broncos Wire.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 25

Broncos’ Bo Nix joins extremely exclusive Lamar Jackson club in Cardinals Week 7 clash

The Denver Broncos earned a big 30-16 Week 7 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. It was a bounce-back performance for quarterback Bo Nix, as he got it done through the air and with his legs.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 25

Broncos' Make Game-Time Decision on Pat Surtain II vs. Cardinals

The Denver Broncos are in the desert to take on the Arizona Cardinals . The game's inactives just dropped. Let's take a look, starting with the Broncos.

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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.

Jonathan Taylor News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 25

Broncos a Team to Watch in Jonathan Taylor Trade Sweepstakes, Insider Claims

The NFL trade deadline is little more than two weeks out, and the rumor mill is cranking. Since the Indianapolis Colts fired their general manager, Chris Ballard, the Denver Broncos have been linked to running back Jonathan Taylor all week in the rumor mill.

Bo Nix News / Athlon Sports / October 25

Bo Nix vs. Cardinals Week 7: Four Expectations for Broncos QB

Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos could use a road trip to the desert right about now. Nix has 230 passing yards across his last two games, and Sunday he gets an Arizona Cardinals defense that has been generous to opposing quarterbacks all season.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 25

4 Reasons the Denver Broncos Will Beat the Arizona Cardinals, and 2 Reasons They Won't

Zach Allen spent his first four NFL seasons in Glendale, and the Denver Broncos would love for his return to Arizona to look a lot like his last six weeks.

Zach Allen News / Athlon Sports / October 25

Here's What Should Scare the Arizona Cardinals About the Denver Broncos and Zach Allen

Glendale has a big Sunday on its hands. Larry Fitzgerald’s No. 11 goes up at halftime, more than 70 former players will be in the building and the Arizona Cardinals get a chance to stack wins for the first time this season after a walk-off win over the Rams.

Denver Broncos News / TWSN / October 25

Denver Broncos Get Reinforcements as Injuries Force Another Roster Shakeup

As the Denver Broncos get set to face the Arizona Cardinals they are getting a boost back to two positions on their roster. Ahead of the game they activated Jonah Coleman and Jonathon Cooper, both of which should be expected to make an impact on the offensive and defensive sides of the ball.

Denver Broncos News / Viral Sports News / October 25

Denver Broncos Get Huge News on Patrick Surtain II

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II is unlikely to suit up for Sunday’s road game against the Arizona Cardinals, according to a report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

Garett Bolles News / Athlon Sports / October 24

The Broncos' Next Left Tackle Could Come From the Same School That Produced Garett Bolles

Garett Bolles is coming off the best season of his career, a first-team All-Pro year in 2025, and he’s still the steadiest piece of a Broncos offensive line Sean Payton has called on to block better in front of Bo Nix.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / October 24

Broncos Activate RB Jonah Coleman, OLB Jonathon Cooper

The Broncos are among the teams which have made several roster moves in time for Week 7. A pair of notable activations have taken place. Jonah Coleman is back on the active roster.

Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 24

Broncos Announced Six Roster Moves

The Broncos announced that they have activated RB Jonah Coleman and OLB Jonathon Cooper ahead of Week 7 Denver also placed RB Tyler Badie and OLB Jonah Elliss on injured reserve.

Sean Payton News / DenverBroncosCommunity / October 24

Sean Payton Tight-Lipped Over Broncos Star’s Availability Ahead of Week 7 Clash

The Denver Broncos enter Week 7 with a 4-2 record, but their performances have been anything but consistent. While the defense has repeatedly delivered, Bo Nix and the offense have struggled to find their rhythm.

Jaylen Waddle News / TWSN / October 24

This Is the Week to Take the Jaylen Waddle Fantasy Gamble

Jaylen Waddle has been one of the more frustrating players for fantasy football this season, and many managers could be planning on sitting him for Week 7.

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / October 23

Broncos face ultimate decision on Bo Nix as career crossroads approaches, per ESPN report

For a piece published on Friday, Jeff Legwold of ESPN expanded on how the Broncos could handle Nix's status from this fall through and beyond the 2027 NFL Draft.

Broncos' Davis Webb makes bold Bo Nix prediction amid whispers about QB's future

Broncos' Bo Nix acknowledges 'mental aspect' of returning from injury amid rumors about his future

Bo Nix, Broncos bring sputtering offense to face Cardinals

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Jonah Coleman News / TWSN / October 23

Jonah Coleman Needs to Be Stashed From the Fantasy Football Waiver Wire

In many leagues right now, Jonah Coleman is available for you to add off the waiver wire. On ESPN fantasy football, Coleman is rostered in just 22.8% of leagues.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21

Broncos Designate RB Jonah Coleman For Return; Latest On Patrick Surtain, Jonathon Cooper

As concerns about Bo Nix’s start to his third season emerge, the young quarterback will have some help soon. The Broncos designated rookie running back Jonah Coleman for return from IR on Wednesday, the Denver Gazette’s Chris Tomasson tweets.