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The NFL offseason provides a golden opportunity for 32 franchises to either push their chips to the middle of the table and go all-in on competing, or brighten up their outlook by trading more established players for future assets. But it is also a time where front offices have to make difficult decisions which are […]

What had long been rumored going back towards the end of the NFL regular season, the Denver Broncos have announced they will cut quarterback Russell Wilson at the start of the new season, beginning March 13. Wilson only donned the Broncos’ navy and orange colors for two seasons. Entering a new era in Broncos football […]

The Denver Broncos have made it official and moved on from veteran quarterback Russell Wilson. He is now set to become a free agent, and his market will be interesting to keep an eye on as free agency develops. After the news came, Wilson posted a lengthy statement on X about his release: “Broncos Country, […]

The inevitable has happened. Quarterback Russell Wilson is being released by the Denver Broncos, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. A split was essentially guaranteed after a tense and bizarre end to last season, which saw the Super Bowl 48 champion get benched. “We spoke with Russell Wilson today to inform him of his release […]

The McCaffrey name is one of the most well-known names in the Denver area. Ed McCaffrey was a star wide receiver for the Broncos throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s. While with the Broncos, Ed won two Super Bowls and firmly established himself as a fan favorite. Ed and his wife Lisa would go […]

Michael Thomas’ days with the New Orleans Saints seem to be numbered. The veteran wide receiver is about to hit free agency and could end up leaving to find greener pastures elsewhere. Two teams that have been floated as possibilities are the Baltimore Ravens and Denver Broncos. The Saints letting the 31-year-old go makes sense […]

Entering the 2024 NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos are one of numerous teams in need of a quarterback. With the Broncos selecting at No. 12, JJ McCarthy could be available for Denver. If that situation came to fruition, the Broncos want to ensure they know everything they need to about McCarthy. Both sides met at […]

The Denver Broncos have plenty of decisions to make this offseason. One of the most important decisions involves superstar cornerback Pat Surtain II. At some point during the offseason, the Broncos need to decide if they will exercise Surtain’s fifth-year option. If the Broncos decide to do so, it will guarantee Surtain a $19.802 million […]

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson has been on the receiving end of plenty of criticism over the past few seasons. Wilson was traded to the Broncos ahead of the 2022 season. Before even playing a down in an orange and blue uniform, Wilson signed a massive 5-year, $245 million contract extension. In just two seasons […]

The Denver Broncos have a major Russell Wilson problem on their hands. Tying the fate of the franchise’s future to the aging star quarterback has been one of the most disastrous decisions in the history of team-building, especially in football. Now, it looks like there’s no way out. General manager George Paton is in one […]

The Denver Broncos have a decision looming when it comes to quarterback Russell Wilson, and head coach Sean Payton gave a timeline while speaking at the NFL Combine on Tuesday, saying that the decision will come in the next two weeks, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. The Broncos benched Russell Wilson late in […]

For a decade in Seattle, Pete Carroll and Russell Wilson came together to make up one of the most successful quarterback/head coach combinations in the NFL. In ten years, Carroll and Wilson won over 65 percent of their regular season games, led the Seahawks to nine winning seasons, four division titles, and one Super Bowl […]

Seeking redemption following a lackluster 2023 season, the Denver Broncos are poised to make significant moves in the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft. They finished with an 8-9 record and failed to clinch a playoff spot. As such, the Broncos are eager to bolster their roster with young talents who can elevate their performance. This article […]

Just when we thought the Russell Wilson and Denver Broncos drama couldn’t get any more confusing, another layer gets added. Recently, Wilson made an appearance on Brandon Marshall’s “I Am Athlete” podcast. During the 84-minute interview, Marshall grilled Wilson about his uncertain future in the NFL. There have been multiple rumors circulating that the Broncos […]

The current talk surrounding Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos revolves around the quarterback’s expected release from the team this offseason. With all the drama surrounding Wilson’s benching and contract issues, many predict that the 35-year-old will be suiting up for a different franchise this year. Still, regardless of the situation, the quarterback himself continues […]

Russell Wilson enjoyed 10 years of success during the first decade of his career with the Seattle Seahawks. Perhaps the last year in Seattle was a bit of an issue, but he made his reputation as a tough leader who could make big plays during his time in the Pacific Northwest. “Over the next 5 […]

With the Super Bowl being over, it is now officially the early off-season for NFL teams. Ahead of the NFL Combine and NFL Draft, rumors start swirling as well. One rumor is that Sean Payton might have revealed his hand on who the Denver Broncos are looking at, according to Vikings’ PA announcer Paul Allen. […]

Russell Wilson’s tenure with the Denver Broncos has been rather tumultuous. In 2022, Wilson signed a massive five-year contract extension worth $245 million. Even wilder, the extension was signed before Wilson even played a down for the team. Here we are two seasons into his tenure with the Broncos, and he’s played nowhere near as […]

Could Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson be headed to the Pittsburgh Steelers? If we’re to believe Chad Ochocinco, the answer is yes. On the latest edition of the Nightcap Podcast, the six-time Pro Bowl wide receiver told Shannon Sharpe that he has heard that Wilson is destined to become the next Steelers quarterback: “A little […]

NBA All-Star weekend was eventful for Stephen Curry. He started it off blazing with a shootout against Sabrina Ionescu. Then, the Golden State Warriors legend made his record 10th appearance in Sunday’s game. Before he started firing on all cylinders for the Western Conference All-Stars, he had coaching duties to fulfill with Russell Wilson’s stepson. […]

Russell Wilson’s tenure with the Denver Broncos has not gone according to plan. Wilson has had many ups and downs in Denver, with the Broncos severely underachieving based on expectations after their trade with the Seattle Seahawks. With speculation surrounding Wilson’s future, the quarterback recently began accepting offers for the mansion he owns in Cherry […]

As the Denver Broncos wrap up their 2023 season with an 8-9 record and a missed playoff opportunity, the team stands at a critical juncture heading into the offseason. They face a significant $33 million cap deficit. With that in mind, the Broncos are tasked with making difficult choices to restructure their roster and set […]

The Denver Broncos had themselves a rather underwhelming 2023 season. There were some glimpses of hope in the preseason after the Broncos hired veteran coach Sean Payton. Unfortunately, the Broncos stumbled out of the gates with a 1-5 record. Thankfully they were able to turn their season around to finish 8-9. There are some positives […]

Denver Broncos fans were sent into an angry frenzy on Super Bowl Sunday. The Kansas City Chiefs won Super Bowl 58, defeating the San Francisco 49ers. Cameras caught Broncos legend John Elway walking the Lombardi Trophy up to a stage to be presented to the Chiefs. This better mean that the Broncos curse is over. […]

The Denver Broncos have a long offseason to settle their quarterback situation. Russell Wilson does not look like the most suitable option for Sean Payton’s system as of late but some things could still be arranged. Nonetheless, the organization could still hunt for someone to replace the aging star in the long run. One ideal […]

The Denver Broncos and Sean Payton are reportedly expected to add former Wisconsin football defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard to their staff to coach the secondary, according to Dan Graziano of ESPN. It is a significant hire for Sean Payton to add Jim Leonhard to the Broncos’ defensive staff. Leonhard had many advocates with Wisconsin to […]

The Denver Broncos endured another miserable campaign in 2023, and with Russell Wilson having gotten benched for the final two games of the season, it seems like his time with the team is over. However, it turns out that the Broncos may not have fully closed the door on finding some sort of resolution when […]

Randy Gradishar’s career as a linebacker for the Denver Broncos has finally culminated in a well-deserved honor: induction into the 2024 NFL Hall of Fame class. Gradishar’s journey to football immortality began when he was drafted by the Broncos in the first round of the 1974 NFL Draft. It didn’t take long for him to […]

While hard work pays off, genetics oftentimes do take a part in creating superstar athletes. There are a number of great sports families, especially in the NFL. One of the best right now is the McCaffrey family. Christian McCaffrey is the current superstar, and the San Francisco 49ers running back is looking to win his […]

Expectations were high for Russell Wilson when the Denver Broncos pulled off a blockbuster trade to bring him in the Mile High City back in 2022. Not only did the Broncos trade a few assets for Wilson, they also promptly signed him to a huge five-year, $245 million contract extension. Alas, two seasons later, and […]

Entering the 2024 NFL offseason, the Denver Broncos are focused on fortifying their roster to enhance competitiveness in the upcoming season. They concluded the 2023 season with an 8-9 record and fell short of the playoffs. Now, the team aims to execute strategic maneuvers to address critical areas for improvement. One potential avenue for the […]

Although there is perhaps a bit more question about it now than there was in previous months, former USC football quarterback Caleb Williams is still the presumptive favorite to go number one overall at the upcoming NFL Draft in April. Williams won a Heisman trophy during his first year at the helm in southern California […]

After being dismissed as the offensive coordinator of the New Orleans Saints just two weeks ago, Pete Carmichael now finds himself employed once again. As long-time head coach Sean Payton continues his efforts to turn the Denver Broncos into the Mile High Saints, he took another step in that direction, hiring Carmichael, his long-time Saints offensive […]

Sean Payton is looking to build around his Denver Broncos system with someone from the New Orleans Saints. The NFL Offseason is in full swing for teams which means that hirings, firings, and everything in between happen. While there is no decision surrounding the roster around Russell Wilson yet, the front office has still made […]

As the Denver Broncos approach the crucial 2024 NFL offseason, they confront pressing needs following a disappointing 2023 campaign. With an 8-9 record and a failure to secure a playoff berth, the Broncos stand at a pivotal juncture. This necessitates critical decisions to shape their future success. In this analysis, we delve into the Broncos’ […]

Heading into the 2024 offseason, the Denver Broncos are seriously strapped for cash. As it stands, they are 28th in the league in available cap space. According to Spotrac, they’re on track to be $19 million over the cap for the 2024 campaign. So during the offseason, the Broncos will definitely be looking to either […]

It was a strange season for the Denver Broncos. When the season began, they looked like the worst team in the NFL as they started 0-3 and that included a 70-20 loss to the Denver Broncos. But instead of becoming cannon fodder, the Broncos won 7 of their next 10 games and became a threat […]

The Denver Broncos ended their 2023 season with an 8-9 record and secured their seventh straight losing season. The Broncos’ season was sometimes tumultuous, including drama between quarterback Russell Wilson and head coach Sean Payton. Many rumors swirled during the season, especially after Wilson was benched after Week 16. There were reports that the Broncos […]

After a horrendous start to the 2023-24 NFL campaign, head coach Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos were able to mount a fairly impressive in-season turnaround to give their games some meaning down the stretch. Unfortunately for the Broncos, turmoil regarding quarterback Russell Wilson combined with a regression back to the mean in terms of […]