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Broncos’ RJ Harvey joins illustrious club after big game on Christmas vs. Chiefs

RJ Harvey has made the most of his situation with the Denver Broncos. The rookie running back started the year behind veteran running back JK Dobbins. Dobbins was having a solid season, leaving Harvey to lurk in the shadows as a promising rookie who wasn’t as featured.

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Broncos HC Sean Payton brushes past Denver setting franchise sack record vs. Chiefs

The Denver Broncos (13-3) secured a gritty 20-13 win over division rival Kansas City Chiefs (6-10) on Christmas Night, strengthening their hold on the AFC West and moving closer to the top seed in the AFC.

Bo Nix News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 26

Bo Nix Makes History As Denver Continues to Surge Before Playoffs

The Denver Broncos picked up a hard-fought win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Day, and former Oregon Ducks quarterback Bo Nix made some history in his second season with the Broncos.

Chris Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 26

Broncos were planning to take delay of game on crucial Chris Jones offside penalty

The Denver Broncos found themselves in a precarious position against the Kansas City Chiefs. Against the former Super Bowl winners, Denver was tied at 13 with Kansas City after the two-minute warning.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

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Sean Payton News / Athlon Sports / December 26

Sean Payton Joins Bill Belichick in Exclusive NFL Club After Broncos-Chiefs

Bill Belichick now has company. After Sean Payton steered the Denver Broncos to a 20-13 victory over Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Thursday, he became just the second NFL head coach ever -- and first since Belichick -- to amass a total of 13 wins in five different seasons.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 26

Broncos tie NFL record with latest close win against Chiefs

The Denver Broncos’ dream season continued with a win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Night. Kansas City had already been eliminated from playoff contention and the team was playing without Patrick Mahomes, who tore his ACL in Week 15.

Bo Nix News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 26

Bo Nix drops ‘excited’ take on looming Chargers showdown

The Denver Broncos improved to 13-3 with a 20-13 win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Night. Denver has consistently come out on top in close games all season.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 26

3 Harsh Takeaways From Broncos' Close-Call Xmas Win Over Chiefs

The depleted Kansas City Chiefs gave the Denver Broncos a run for their money on Christmas night, but Sean Payton's team — operating (ostensibly) under the just-don't-lose mandate — found a way to get it done.

NFL News / Field Level Media / December 26

NFL roundup: Broncos edge Chiefs to retain AFC's No. 1 spot

Bo Nix tossed a 1-yard scoring pass to RJ Harvey with 1:45 remaining and the Denver Broncos played keepaway while notching a 20-13 victory over the host Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday night.

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / December 26

Broncos Edge Chiefs on Christmas: What It Means for the AFC West

It wasn’t pretty, and it certainly wasn’t the high-flying offensive showcase we’ve come to expect from AFC West rivalries of the past decade. But on a cold Christmas night at Arrowhead Stadium, the Denver Broncos did exactly what they needed to do, grinding out a 20-13 victory over a depleted Kansas City Chiefs squad.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / Field Level Media / December 25

Broncos edge Chiefs to get closer to AFC's No. 1 seed

Bo Nix tossed a 1-yard scoring pass to RJ Harvey with 1:45 remaining and the Denver Broncos played keepaway while notching a 20-13 victory over the host Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday night.

Luke Wattenberg News / Pro Football Rumors / December 26

Broncos Place C Luke Wattenberg On IR

The Broncos placed center Luke Wattenberg on injured reserve on Thursday, per a team announcement. Wattenberg, 28, played every offensive snap for the Broncos in their first 15 games.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / December 25

Broncos one step closer to securing home-field advantage

Broncos one step closer to securing important home-field advantage in playoffs

They probably will not be totally satisfied with the process in how they played on Thursday night, but the Denver Broncos are going to be extremely satisfied with the result and what it means for them in the playoffs.

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Luke Wattenberg News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 25

Broncos Suffer Christmas Setback as Offensive Starter Heads to IR

The Denver Broncos are going to be without center Luke Wattenberg for the foreseeable future. Just hours ahead of their Christmas Night tilt with the Kansas City Chiefs, Wattenberg was placed on injured reserve, the Broncos announced.

Nik Bonitto News / Athlon Sports / December 25

Broncos Pro Bowler Nik Bonitto Announced YouTube Decision Amid NFL Season

Late December usually leaves little room for anything beyond football for players still chasing playoff positioning. Every meeting matters. Every snap is magnified.

Denver Broncos News / Field Level Media / December 25

Broncos activate TE Marcedes Lewis, 41, for game vs. Chiefs

The Denver Broncos promoted veteran tight end Marcedes Lewis and guard Calvin Throckmorton to the active roster for Thursday's road game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25

Broncos lose starting center to IR right before playoff push

The Denver Broncos need a new trench leader to turn to ahead of the NFL Playoffs. Their starting center Luke Wattenberg landed on injured reserve ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs Christmas showdown.

Bo Nix News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 25

Bo Nix Stands on the Brink of a Historic NFL Achievement

The Denver Broncos are coming off a humbling loss , but they still have everything in front of them. The Broncos will do battle with the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Night, and Sean Payton's team needs to take care of business.

Denver Broncos News / The Lead / December 25

Broncos’ Defense The Only Thing Stopping Them From Super Bowl LX

It was bound to happen. The Denver Broncos’ historic home winning streak of 11 games has ended after the Jaguars came into Mile High and took care of business. It’s the team’s first loss since Week 3, when the Broncos lost to the Chargers on a game-winning field goal.

Courtland Sutton News / Last Word On Sports / December 23

Broncos WR Courtland Sutton is on Pace to Reach a Milestone

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton has the opportunity to accomplish something that could help make the case for him being one of the greatest wide receivers in franchise history.

Trevor Lawrence News / Yardbarker / December 22

Trevor Lawrence joined historic company with four-touchdown performance against Broncos

The Jacksonville Jaguars are cementing themselves as a legit Super Bowl contender amid their six-game winning streak.

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Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / December 22

Was embarrassing home loss to Jaguars good timing for Broncos?

A small-market team punching the Denver Broncos in the mouth hurts, but it may be what they needed before the playoffs.

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Denver Broncos News / Total Apex Sports / December 22

Denver Broncos Breathe Sigh Of Relief After Pat Bryant Released From Hospital

There is a specific kind of silence that falls over an NFL stadium when a player stays down. It’s heavy, it’s sickening, and it’s the absolute worst part of this game we love.

Ben Powers News / Pro Football Rumors / December 20

Broncos Activate G Ben Powers

The Broncos’ offensive line will receive a boost in time for Week 16. Left guard Ben Powers has been activated from injured reserve, per a team announcement.