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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 19

Broncos' 2027 Free-Agent Progress Report: Who Stays & Who Goes

We're six games into the 2026 season , and while there are 11 games left to play, we can notice some trends regarding the long-term future of some of the players on the Denver Broncos' roster.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 19

Broncos' Mini-Bye Player Grades: MVP, Standouts & Underachievers

The Denver Broncos are 4-2 after their first six games, which nearly no one expected given the toughness of their initial schedule. It hasn't always been pretty.

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The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to most recently reach the 30-TD milestone for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 18

Insider Reveals Sean Payton's Latest Move to Revive Bo Nix

During Denver Broncos training camp, we heard from head coach Sean Payton and a few players that new offensive coordinator Davis Webb had tweaked the verbiage.

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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.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 18

Chiefs RB Kenneth Walker playing at an MVP level

Walker played a major role in Sunday's win (once again) and is starting to put together a solid MVP resume for himself.

Chiefs remain unbeaten, control winless Chargers,

NFL Week 6 winners, losers: Caleb Williams shines, Los Angeles football is a mess

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Bo Nix News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 18

Film Room: Broncos Aren't Panicking About Bo Nix—Tape Shows Why

The discourse around Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is at a fever pitch . The offense hasn’t been playing well over the first six weeks of the season, and his poor play has been at the forefront of the conversation.

Jonah Elliss News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 18

Concerning Jonah Elliss Injury Development Emerges After Broncos Win

Jonathon Cooper's return from the commissioner's exempt list couldn't have come at a better time. On Thursday night, third-year outside linebacker Jonah Elliss suffered a lower-leg injury late in the fourth quarter of the Denver Broncos' 17-14 overtime win over the Seattle Seahawks.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 18

5 Broncos Who Must Step Up After Surviving Brutal 6-Game Gauntlet

The season is far from over, but the 4-2 Denver Broncos already have much to celebrate . Facing five of the NFL's best teams in their first six weeks, the Broncos weathered their initial gauntlet about as well as could be reasonably expected.

Denver Broncos News / TWSN / October 18

Sean Payton’s Offensive Changes Have Put Bo Nix in a Tough Spot

The Bo Nix that has been playing for the Denver Broncos this season looks drastically different than the quarterback that helped lead the Broncos to the AFC Championship Game last season.

J.K. Dobbins News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 17

J.K. Dobbins Gets Real About What's Ailing Broncos' Offense

Entering Thursday night's matchup with the Seattle Seahawks, the Denver Broncos' rushing offense ranked 25th in the NFL, averaging just 86.2 yards per game.

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.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 17

AFC Notes: George Karlaftis, Jaylen Waddle, Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders

Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle had just two receptions for 19 yards in their Week 5 win over the Chargers. Denver HC Sean Payton admitted that they need to get Waddle more involved. “I’m watching the film offensively, and there are a ton of things we’re not doing well right now,” Payton said, via Jeff Legwold of ESPN.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 17

Broncos Super Bowl-winning GM John Beake passes away at 87

Former Denver Broncos general manager John Beake has passed away at the age of 87, the team announced on Saturday. Beake played a major role in building the teams that won consecutive Super Bowl championships following the 1997 and 1998 seasons, while also contributing to several other successful campaigns during his time in Denver.

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Bo Nix News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 17

NFL Insider Reveals Broncos' True Feelings on Bo Nix Amid Bench Talk

Since the Denver Broncos' 17-14 overtime win over the Seattle Seahawks , the sharks have been circling around Bo Nix. From NFL On Prime's Ryan Fitzpatrick

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 17

How Broncos' Week 6 Win Changed Their NFL Trade Deadline Outlook

The Denver Broncos sit at 4-2 and are now enjoying a mini-bye after beating the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night . The Broncos' offense did just enough in that game — establishing a two-score lead in the first half against Seattle's smothering defense — to allow Vance Joseph's unit to pin its ears back and bring home the win.

Bo Nix News / HITC / October 17

‘Never touched the playoffs’ – Aqib Talib goes in on Ryan Fitzpatrick after his Bo Nix rant

Bo Nix has some serious doubters to answer when the Denver Broncos next take to the field against the Arizona Cardinals next Sunday. The Broncos’ quarterback has received a lot of criticism following his performance on Thursday night against the Seattle Seahawks.

Wil Lutz News / HITC / October 17

Wil Lutz clarifies ‘any misunderstanding’ after shushing Broncos fans vs. Seahawks

The Denver Broncos beat the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football following an overtime field goal from kicker Wil Lutz but his celebration did cause quite a lot of confusion.

Jaylen Waddle News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 16

These Jaylen Waddle numbers will have Broncos fans pulling their hair out

Jaylen Waddle hasn’t had a pleasant start to his stint with the Denver Broncos. Besides one great game, the rest has been frustrating for fans to experience.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 16

Packers RB Josh Jacobs, Broncos LB Jonathon Cooper taken off exempt list

The NFL notified Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs and Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper that they will be removed from the commissioner's exempt list Monday, making them eligible to return in Week 7.

Josh Jacobs’ return date has been revealed

Packers’ Josh Jacobs files suit to permanently seal battery case video

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / October 16

Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper Removed From Commissioner’s Exempt List

Jonathon Cooper was moved to the commissioner’s exempt list shortly before the start of the season. The Broncos edge rusher remained there through the first six weeks of the campaign.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Broncos Snap Counts Show Kris Abrams-Draine Holding His Corner Job as Riley Moss Eases Back

Riley Moss was back in the starting lineup for the Denver Broncos on Thursday night, but Kris Abrams-Draine got the snaps. Abrams-Draine played 65 of 85 defensive snaps, according to PFF, in a 17-14 overtime win over Seattle in front of the home crowd, while Moss played 20.

Denver Broncos News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16

Fans all said the same thing while watching Seahawks-Broncos 'TNF' game

Thursday night’s Seattle Seahawks-Denver Broncos matchup generated major buzz for reasons other than football. The throwback uniforms stole the show during the Week 6 clash at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 16

Broncos defense smothers Seahawks in battle of struggling offenses

Broncos-Seahawks 'TNF' takeaways: Denver's defense smothers Seattle in battle of struggling offenses

In a sloppy game led by one team most of the night, the Denver Broncos beat the Seattle Seahawks 17-14 in overtime on "Thursday Night Football."

Fans all said the same thing while watching Seahawks-Broncos 'TNF' game

Everyone made the same Sam Darnold joke after his disastrous close to 'TNF'

Ryan Fitzpatrick obliterates Bo Nix in scathing 'TNF' postgame rant

Tension between Troy Aikman, Joe Buck building amid ESPN contract talks

Who could replace Aikman on 'MNF'? Five names to watch

Netflix is developing Daejon Love documentary with a perfect title

Jonathon Cooper News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 15

Latest On Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper’s Status

Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper was placed on the commissioner’s exempt list while his domestic violence case plays out. According to Mike Klis of 9News, Cooper’s jury trial was moved back from November 10 to March 2-4. Cooper may now be eligible to be removed from the exempt list, which would allow him to play in games.

Talanoa Hufanga News / Yardbarker / October 14