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The Denver Broncos' first game of the 2026 regular season is almost here. The Broncos will travel to take on the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football.

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Broncos Legend John Elway Set to Make Career Move by Joining Popular ESPN Show

On October 4, 1992, Denver Broncos trailed Kansas City 19-6 late in the fourth quarter. The Broncos had not scored a touchdown in the previous 58 minutes.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Denver Broncos Have a Week 1 Choice That Could Reveal Their Plan

The Denver Broncos enter their Week 1 trip to the Kansas City Chiefs with six wide receivers on the 53-man roster, but game-day numbers could force a choice between Troy Franklin and Lil’Jordan Humphrey.

Bo Nix News / DenverBroncosCommunity / September 12

2-time Super Bowl Champion reveals why Bo Nix is a special talent

The Denver Broncos have high expectations heading into the 2026 NFL season. After making it to the AFC Championship game last year fans will be hoping for a deep post-season run and the addition of Jaylen Waddle to the Broncos offense has only increased expectations.

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There have been 22 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for 4,500 yards and 15 interceptions in the same season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 12

Broncos Have Two Matchups They Can't Afford to Lose vs. Chiefs

The Denver Broncos are preparing to take on the Kansas City Chiefs in the season opener on Monday Night Football, which means they're working to put their game plan together.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 11

Broncos' Super Bowl Quest Hinges On These Players Stepping Up

With eyes set on winning the Super Bowl, the Denver Broncos will need all their horses, so to speak, to help them realize their ultimate goal. That quest starts on Monday Night Football , when the Broncos take to the road to face the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium .

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 11

Mile High Roundtable Makes Its Picks for Broncos-Chiefs on MNF

After months and months of waiting, the NFL season is finally here. Denver Broncos fans have to go an extra day before finally seeing their team debut, but good things come to those who wait.

Denver Broncos News / DenverBroncosCommunity / September 11

NFL analyst sheds light on Bo Nix’s growing role under Sean Payton

Bo Nix has become a part of the Denver Broncos’ plans under Sean Payton. His development as a passer remains central to Denver’s hopes, but his influence inside the locker room has grown significantly.

Devon Key News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 11

5 Broncos Sleepers Who Could Be Key to Beating Chiefs on MNF

NFL teams always look to their stars to step up and carry the load in any game, but they can’t always do it alone. The Denver Broncos have a talented roster with plenty of stars, but many players will be key to winning this season, even if they don't get as much attention as some of the higher-profile players.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Devon Key News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 10

Why Broncos Chose S Devon Key as First-Time Captain in 2026

There were few surprises among the nine Denver Broncos captain selections for the 2026 NFL season, a group as announced Wednesday which features franchise quarterback Bo Nix and All-Pro cornerback Patrick Surtain II.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 11

Broncos vs. Chiefs prediction, odds, pick for Week 1 Monday Night Football

Week 1 is here! The Kansas City Chiefs host the Denver Broncos for an AFC West battle on Monday Night Football to close out the opening weekend of the NFL.

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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 10

Sean Payton Just Made the Case for Broncos to Dress Jonah Coleman vs. Chiefs

The Denver Broncos' defense ranked significantly higher than the Kansas City Chiefs' last season, but that doesn't make Sean Payton any less wary of Steve Spagnuolo's unit.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 10

New DVOA Rankings Send Strong Message About Broncos Entering 2026

There are many takes out there on how NFL teams will fare this season. When it comes to the Denver Broncos, it's best to say that it's a mixed bag . There are those who don't believe the Broncos will be as good as they were last year, while others still see a playoff team, even if Denver doesn't win as many games as it did last year.

Travis Kelce News / DenverBroncosCommunity / September 10

Travis Kelce sends a warning to the Broncos before Week 1 opener

The Denver Broncos will open their 2026 campaign against a familiar AFC West rival, but they could be walking into a particularly motivated Chiefs team on Monday night.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Broncos’ Bo Nix Year 3 breakout has Courtland Sutton making zoo comparisons

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is preparing to return to regular-season action nearly eight months after suffering a fractured right ankle in the closing minutes of the team’s 33-30 overtime playoff win over the Buffalo Bills.

Denver Broncos News / Viral Sports News / September 9

Broncos Abruptly Terminate Contract of 25-Year-Old Defender

The Denver Broncos have officially ended their relationship with linebacker Drew Sanders, waiving the former third-round pick from injured reserve. The move, which included an injury settlement and was revealed on ESPN’s NFL transaction log, closes a three-year chapter defined more by missed games than production.

Jonah Elliss News / The Lead / September 9

Jonah Elliss Will Have a Breakout Year for the Denver Broncos

After a dominant 2025 campaign, plenty of eyes will be on the Denver Broncos this season. Or, more specifically, on their defense. Denver’s defense wreaked havoc all season long, leading the league in sacks with a whopping 68.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Broncos Cornerback Emerges as Top Trade Target Among Decision-Makers

Patrick Surtain II enters 2026 with a strong case as the NFL’s best cornerback. He has been a two-time first-team All-Pro and won Defensive Player of the Year in 2024.

Sean Payton News / A to Z Sports / September 9

Sean Payton finally stopped the charade and made the change that Broncos fans knew was inevitable

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton put an end to the charade on Wednesday. Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton sent a scare to fantasy football owners in August when he listed rookie running back Jonah Coleman at the bottom of the depth chart.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 9

Broncos' Surtain reacts to Gonzalez's record cornerback contract

Broncos' Pat Surtain II reacts to Christian Gonzalez's record cornerback contract

Gonzalez agreed to a four-year, $135 million extension with the New England Patriots late Monday night.

Patriots end Christian Gonzalez saga ahead of Super Bowl rematch

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Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Broncos QB Bo Nix Makes Announcement Before NFL Season Opener

Bo Nix is entering his third NFL season with the Denver Broncos facing high expectations after coming within one win of the Super Bowl last season. The quarterback is now preparing for another important year as Sean Payton’s offense looks to take the next step.

Drew Sanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 8

Broncos Cut LB Drew Sanders From IR

The Denver Broncos have waived LB Drew Sanders from injured reserve, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. Sanders, 25, was selected with the No. 67 overall pick in the third round by the Broncos in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Jake Plummer News / A to Z Sports / September 8

Former Broncos QB Jake Plummer gets real about one of the NFL’s top controversies that is changing the game in a negative way

Jake Plummer explains why he is against the shift towards more indoor NFL stadiums that reduce meaningful game elements. Former Denver Broncos QB Jake Plummer, who started at quarterback for 10 years in the NFL, recently gave his thoughts on teams shifting from football played outside on grass to indoors with artificial turf.

Sean Payton News / EssentiallySports / September 8

'I’m Familiar': Broncos HC Sean Payton Sounds Off to Shut Down Question on NFL Disciplinary Rule Change

On Monday morning, Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton held a Zoom conference for his first game-week press conference ahead of their Week 1 road test against the Kansas City Chiefs.