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Broncos React to Notable Peyton Manning Announcement on Friday

Peyton Manning is widely regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history. So when ESPN released its NFL All Quarter Century Team earlier this week, it was no surprise that the five-time league MVP was included.

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Payton Envisions 'Ascension' for Broncos Offensive Lineman

Troy Franklin isn't the only player on the Denver Broncos offense forecast for an "ascension" in 2025. According to head coach Sean Payton, that distinction also belongs to center Luke Wattenberg, who's entering his second season as the starting pivot.

Delarrin Turner-Yell News / Mile High Report / June 20

Can Delarrin Turner-Yell surprise in his return from injury?

Delarrin Turner-Yell attempts what may be his last chance in the NFL returning from injury - can he beat the odds? A three year starter from Oklahoma, Delarrin Turner-Yell was drafted by the Denver Broncos with the #152 pick of the 2022 NFL draft.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 20

Broncos Predicted to Dethrone Chiefs for AFC West Title

Nobody in Broncos Country needs to be reminded about how the elite tag team of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and head coach Andy Reid have run roughshod over the AFC West since 2016.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Broncos Predicted to Topple Chiefs For AFC West Title

The Denver Broncos are one of the hottest teams this NFL offseason, adding big-time pieces to an already vaunted defense while also seemingly improving on offense.

Denver Broncos News / A to Z Sports / June 20

The Broncos are building something real, and one bold 2025 prediction sees them doing something they haven’t pulled off in a full decade

Everybody is (still) chasing the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC. Not just in the AFC West, but the AFC as a whole. Yet as we reach the dog days of summer, there appears to be some momentum towards the Denver Broncos being the team that runs the Chiefs down for the division crown in 2025.

Jeremy Crawshaw News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 20

Rookie P Jeremy Crawshaw Passes Broncos' Special Teams Culture Test

The departure of veteran punter Riley Dixon, who defected to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the offseason, looked like it might lead to an open competition at Denver Broncos training camp. Football geeks were doubtless salivating at the prospect, poised with their stopwatches to measure some prodigious hang time in the thin air of Mile High.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / June 20

Can you guess this Broncos receiver in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out which Broncos player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! Hey Broncos fans! We’re back for another day of the Mile High Report in-5 daily trivia game.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / June 20

The Broncos are reportedly talking to Colorado Governor Jared Polis regarding a 58-acre site at Burnham Yard in Denver

Good Morning Broncos Country! Good Morning, Broncos Country! According to The Denver Post's Parker Gabriel, Colorado Governor Jared Polis’ office is involved in talks with the Broncos over a Burnham Yard sale.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 19

2 hottest Broncos takes coming out of 2025 minicamp

Maybe the Denver Broncos will have a better season than the Steelers. It would help their cause if a couple of underrated sleepers pan out. But there’s always a buzz somewhere in Denver, and here are the Broncos’ two hottest takes after the 2025 minicamp.

Marvin Mims News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 19

ESPN: Broncos Have the NFL's Best 'Gadget' Weapon in Marvin Mims Jr.

The Denver Broncos have talent at multiple positions, but do they have a luxury player? According to ESPN's Bill Barnwell, Marvin Mims Jr. is just that as a gadget wide receiver.

Troy Franklin News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Broncos' WR Troy Franklin Named Breakout Candidate

The Denver Broncos are looking for someone other than Courtland Sutton to emerge at receiver, and it could be one of Bo Nix's favorite targets in college.

Denver Broncos News / A to Z Sports / June 19

One of Denver’s most explosive talents just earned a compliment that feels more like a challenge heading into 2025

The Denver Broncos are a team on the rise. There's a lot of star power on the defensive side of the football, an emergent quarterback in Bo Nix and a future Hall of Fame coach at the helm. But ESPN's Bill Barnwell views one of the Broncos' biggest sources of intrigue as a luxury asset worth league-wide recognition already, too.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Former UFL Edge Rusher Predicted to Be Broncos’ Biggest Surprise on Defense in 2025

The Denver Broncos defense is loaded with star players, but one more unheralded depth piece could be a candidate to break out this season. Dondrea Tillman went undrafted out of Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2021.

Denver Broncos News / A to Z Sports / June 19

Denver Broncos are giving a former National Champion another chance in the NFL

Their depth in the secondary isn't bad, per se, but it could always get better. The Denver Broncos have the best defensive back in the league, and last year, you could say best defensive player, considering he won Defensive Player of the Year.

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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 19

Broncos' WR Pecking Order Taking Shape After Eventful Offseason

The Denver Broncos entered the 2024 season with a skill-position group that critics ranked among the NFL's worst. Fast forward to June of 2025, and those critics were made to look quite silly, thanks to the emergence of young Broncos quarterback Bo Nix.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 19

3 Broncos Make NFL.com's All-Rookie Team Ahead of 2025 Season

When the Denver Broncos decided to draft Texas cornerback Jahdae Barron in the first round instead of a hotly anticipated running back, it sent ripples through the fan base. Even so, Broncos head coach Sean Payton is a notorious NFL renegade, and his draft night pivot was a prime example of selecting the best player available on his team's board.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 19

PFF Isn't Impressed With Broncos' Offseason Improvements at RB

After a terrible year of production from their running back room, the Denver Broncos made some offseason investments to change things up. Gone is Javonte Williams, who was the Broncos' lead back for four years, and in comes rookie RJ Harvey and veteran J.K.

Bo Nix News / NFL Analysis Network / June 19

Bo Nix’s top three games in the NFL, defined by passing yards, including performance against the Chiefs

Bo Nix had an outstanding rookie season with the Denver Broncos, surpassing all expectations set for him as a rookie. The franchise got their quarterback, and can now set their sights on a playoff push in 2025.

Denver Broncos News / The Forkball / June 19

Denver Broncos’ Defense Aims to Take the Next Step in 2025

After ending an eight-year playoff drought last season, many expected the Denver Broncos to focus on improving their offense around second-year quarterback Bo Nix.

Tanner McCalister News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 18

Broncos Cut DB Tanner McCalister

According to Mike Klis, the Broncos have cut DB Tanner McCalister. The move makes room for CB Mario Goodrich, who is being signed after a season in the UFL. McCalister, 24, signed with the Browns as an undrafted free agent out of Ohio State following the 2023 NFL Draft.

Sean Payton News / The Spun / June 17

Sean Payton's Daughter, Meghan, Lands Impressive Job

Meghan Payton, the daughter of Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton, has landed a new gig just in time for the 2025 NFL season. Payton's daughter has worked with a handful of sports companies over the years, including FanDuel TV, Fox Sports, the Action Network and SportsGrid.

Denver Broncos News / Total Apex Sports / June 16

NFL Analyst With High Praise For Denver Broncos Defense

PFF analyst Trevor Sikkema is bullish on the defense of the Denver Broncos heading into the 2025 season. Here is what he had to say: “They would be my bet to be the best defense in the NFL.” Denver returned to the NFL Playoffs last season thanks largely to their stifling defense.

Bo Nix News / Yardbarker / June 16