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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 .

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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.

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The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

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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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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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.

J.K. Dobbins News / DenverBroncosCommunity / September 11

Broncos’ J.K. Dobbins Reveals Real Reason He Did Not Play in Preseason

J.K. Dobbins is entering his second season with the Denver Broncos after an injury-shortened 2025 campaign. The running back led Denver with 772 rushing yards and four touchdowns, but his season ended after just 10 games because of a serious Lisfranc injury.

Denver Broncos News / EssentiallySports / September 10

Congratulations Pour In From Ryan Clark & Others As Broncos Legend Joins CBS

Justin Simmons is stepping into a new role. The former Denver Broncos safety is joining CBS Sports HQ as an NFL Analyst, with congratulations pouring in from many well-known names, including ex-NFL safety Ryan Clark and former cornerback Darius Slay.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / September 10

3 Keys to a Broncos Season-Opening Victory Over Chiefs

The regular season is finally here. The longest-feeling Denver Broncos offseason in recent memory ends on Monday night, as they travel to Arrowhead Stadium to take on the Kansas City Chiefs.

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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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.

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.

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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 / Denver Broncos on SI / September 10

Forecasting the Futures of Broncos' Biggest 2027 Free Agents

The Denver Broncos have a good number of players set to be unrestricted free agents after the 2026 season. The Broncos are going all-in on the Super Bowl this year, and missing out could be a major blow to the roster because many of the veterans set to hit the open market in 2027 are key starters or vital role players.

Bo Nix News / DenverBroncosCommunity / September 10

Broncos Star Provides Bizarre Bo Nix Analogy Ahead of New Season

The Denver Broncos enter the new season with expectations higher than they have been in years. Much of that pressure rests on Bo Nix, who enters his third NFL season as the team’s unquestioned offensive leader.

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 / Larry Brown Sports / September 9

Patrick Surtain II had a telling response to Christian Gonzalez’s stunning contract

Christian Gonzalez’s massive new contract extension with the New England Patriots easily clears the most recent deal signed by Denver Broncos defensive back Patrick Surtain II. But Surtain isn’t sweating it, as he even congratulated his Patriots counterpart for securing such a huge bag just before the start of the 2026 NFL season.

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 / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 8

Broncos Worked Out Four Defensive Players

The Denver Broncos hosted four defensive players for workouts on Tuesday, including DB Dean Clark, LB Jack Dingle, DB Jack Henderson, and LB Emany Johnson.

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.