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Denver Broncos reporter at The Athletic. Posts fueled by caffeine.
With friends like Bo Nix’s got, who needs enemies?
“I have a buddy on the team and we tell each other, ‘You’re still a nobody, you haven’t done anything yet.’ … He’s right. We have a lot to prove.”
On Year 2 for QB1 in Denver: www.nytimes.com/athletic/639...
When Sean Payton met with reporters on the second day of rookie minicamp, he hinted that a pair of rookie tryout players had already made an impression and had “a chance to go to camp with us.”
How WR Kyrese White and LB Jordan Turner earned their spots: www.nytimes.com/athletic/638...
Our @TheAthletic NFL beat writers were asked upon the release of the schedule to identify the toughest defense the team he or she covers will face this season.
Only Philadelphia (9) was chosen more than Denver (5) — and the Broncos’ unit must shine early: www.nytimes.com/athletic/635...
Everything you need to know about the Broncos’ 2025 schedule: Keys to Week 1 win, toughest stretch, game they can’t afford to lose, must-see game of the year, record and division standing projections and more: www.nytimes.com/athletic/634...
15.05.2025 00:13 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
When Freddie Wittingham was trying to convince hooper Caleb Lohner and his family to take a chance on football at Utah, he built a slide deck illustrating Jimmy Graham’s hardwood-to-NFL path.
So Lohner landing with Sean Payton?
“We felt like it was meant to be.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/634...
“It’s Pat Bryant, man. He’s frickin’ clutch.”
The Broncos’ 3rd-round pick caught three game-winning touchdowns last season — and each unique situation said something different about why Bryant ended up in Denver: www.nytimes.com/athletic/632...
Weekly donuts for the equipment staff. Fresh pairs of Jordans for team trainers. A draft night thank-you for the Broncos draft room.
Jahdae Barron has always recognized those who played a role in reaching his biggest goal: Giving his mom “the world back” www.nytimes.com/athletic/631...
Broncos 2025 NFL Draft takeaways: Building around Bo Nix with new targets and high/upside defensive depth www.nytimes.com/athletic/631...
27.04.2025 00:43 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
In RJ Harvey, the Broncos saw an RB with “maybe the best vision in the draft.” In Pat Bryant, coach Sean Payton landed a WR who “reminded me of Mike Thomas.” In Sai’vion Jones, they saw an ascending D-lineman w/versatility.
More on the Day 2 vision: www.nytimes.com/athletic/631...
The Broncos insisted they were fond of the idea of adding to their strengths through the NFL Draft. So when the chance to pair one of the most versatile defensive prospects in the class to the NFL’s best corner, Jahdae Brown was “too unique to pass up” www.nytimes.com/athletic/630...
25.04.2025 06:42 — 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Emptying the notebook before the Broncos are on the clock in the NFL Draft ...
• My favorite mid- to late-round target for Denver
• A sneaky priority on defense
• Why a huge trade for Ashton Jeanty doesn't compute — but others might: #BroncosCountry #NFLDraft www.nytimes.com/athletic/629...
Our final Broncos Big Board for the 2025 NFL Draft with analysis on 50 prospects who could make their way to Denver across seven picks.
We’re almost there, folks. www.nytimes.com/athletic/629...
In my final Broncos mock draft before the real thing starts Thursday, I considered multiple scenarios with the first-round pick.
Ultimately, I kept it simple — as Denver should. Get the game-changing RB first and then get to work adding depth to a strong roster: www.nytimes.com/athletic/629...
Thought it was interesting Thursday how Sean Payton described finding teams they can partner with on trades.
“There’s certain ones where you know right away you can do business without either (side) having to feel like they’re getting a win.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/628...
Takeaways from the Broncos final pre-draft news conference, with a heavy emphasis on the running back position: www.nytimes.com/athletic/628...
17.04.2025 22:36 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0The Broncos are clearly hoping the QB run is more crowded than currently projected. They stand to benefit if Sanders and perhaps a third QB like Dart or Shough lands before them, pushing others down.
17.04.2025 20:30 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0Broncos clearly like the D-line depth. They’d have to have the right player to fall to make him the first-rounder, but surprised if the position isn’t addressed by the end of Day 2.
17.04.2025 20:27 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0Some threaded thoughts from pre-draft news conference with Broncos brass:
• Clear RB is a first-round consideration, especially with Payton saying class is light on true 1st-round grades overall. So may not be losing much of an opportunity cost by choosing RB at 20 instead of premium position.
With the obvious caveat that no specific draft plans will be revealed, what are you interested in hearing from Broncos brass when they speak for the final time ahead of the draft today?
17.04.2025 15:56 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0Thanks for sharing!
17.04.2025 15:40 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
The Broncos led the NFL in dead money last season, yet broke their 9-year playoff drought. The Buccaneers in 2023 were tops in financial baggage and yet made a run to the divisional round of the playoffs.
Why dead money isn’t the anchor it once was: www.nytimes.com/athletic/628...
‘It’s a unique landscape’: College football’s transfer boom transforms NFL Draft evaluations www.nytimes.com/athletic/626...
11.04.2025 13:41 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0This thing somehow gets better every year!
09.04.2025 13:51 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Sam Franklin’s lone career INT was a 99-yard pick-six off Kirk Cousins, but he’s made his living in the NFL as a special teams mainstay. Played 84% of the Panthers’ snaps in that phase last season. Another key piece for Darren Rizzi.
08.04.2025 20:44 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Who’s the Broncos’ next Nik Bonitto? A look at 5 in-house breakout candidates in 2025 www.nytimes.com/athletic/626...
08.04.2025 13:19 — 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Pretty bullish on a Year 2 jump for Troy Franklin. He was a consistent route winner and was a target of more deep passes than any Broncos player besides Courtland Sutton. His role in Payton’s offense takes time to master. A lot of opportunities to be had if he can sharpen details.
07.04.2025 21:42 — 👍 5 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
The AFC West’s coaches have combined for 668 wins, five Super Bowls and two national titles.
A division has never had collective experience like this. And the West has its best QB situation in years.
Is it all enough to finally chase down Andy Reid and the Chiefs? www.nytimes.com/athletic/625...
The AFC West’s coaches have combined for 668 wins, five Super Bowls and two national titles.
A division has never had collective experience like this. And the West has its best QB situation in years.
Is it all enough to finally chase down Andy Reid and the Chiefs? www.nytimes.com/athletic/625...
Here are the dates of the Broncos’ offseason program, per an NFL release.
Not included here: a rookie minicamp that will take place after the draft and before the start of OTAs.
The Broncos have made the official their signing of QB Sam Ehlinger.
He’ll be the No. 3 behind Bo Nix and Jarrett Stidham.
