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The Bo Nix era begins in Denver, and the Broncos also drafted his top target at Oregon
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — For the first time in his 17 seasons as a coach, Sean Payton has a rookie quarterback to nurture.
Payton's Denver Broncos took Bo Nix in the first round of the NFL …
Jets trade defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers to Broncos for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — The New York Jets traded defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers to the Denver Broncos on Saturday for a sixth-round pick in the 2026 NFL draft.
Franklin-Myers, …
Elliss, Jenkins, McCaffrey join Harrison and Alt in following their fathers into the NFL
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Marvin Harrison Jr., Joe Alt, Kris Jenkins, Jonah Ellis and Luke McCaffrey have turned the NFL draft into a family affair.
The sons of former pro football stars, …
Broncos select former Oregon QB Bo Nix with the 12th pick in the NFL draft
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The sixth quarterback selected in the 2024 NFL draft was No. 1 in the Denver Broncos' eyes.
The Broncos bypassed a bevy of blue-chip defenders to draft former …
With an assist from the Denver Broncos, Colorado becomes 11th state to sanction girls flag football
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Colorado became the 11th state in the U.S. to sanction girls flag football as a high school sport this week, thanks to an assist from the Denver Broncos.
The Colorado …
It's no longer a red flag for prospects to play for multiple schools on their way to the NFL draft
DENVER (AP) — Playing for multiple schools no longer raises a red flag for NFL talent evaluators in this day and age of the ever busier transfer portal and financial windfalls available to …
Denver Broncos introduce new uniforms for first time since 1997
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Broncos unveiled new uniforms Monday with their first major changes since 1997. The “ Mile High Collection ” maintains the current helmet logo and features a …
Jets trade quarterback Zach Wilson to the Broncos, AP source says
Zach Wilson was expected to be the face of the franchise for the New York Jets. Instead, he became a symbol of disappointment.
And now, the 2021 second overall draft pick will get the …
Moving on from Russell Wilson debacle leaves Denver Broncos in rebuild mode with QB among many needs
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos are in the market for a quarterback again.
And a tight end. And a cornerback. And a tackle. And an edge rusher.
You name it, they need …
The Denver Broncos are signing former Lions receiver Josh Reynolds to a 2-year deal, AP source says
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos are signing former Detroit Lions wide receiver Josh Reynolds to a two-year, $14 million free agent contract, a person with knowledge of the deal …
Giants hire James Ferentz as assistant offensive line coach
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants have hired recently retired James Ferentz as an assistant offensive line coach.
Ferentz, 34, retired last month as an NFL player after an …
Dolphins sign former offensive lineman Jack Driscoll and more defensive pieces
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — The Miami Dolphins added several new additions Monday, signing former Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Jack Driscoll as well as defensive tackles Benito Jones and …
Denver Broncos move quickly to sign linebacker Cody Barton after losing Josey Jewell to Panthers
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Veteran inside linebacker Cody Barton is signing with the Denver Broncos, his agent David Canter announced in a social media post Friday night.
Barton, 27, had 121 …
Russell Wilson is eager to reboot his career in Pittsburgh. The Steelers are betting big on it
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Russell Wilson didn't come out Friday and say he expects to be the starting quarterback in Pittsburgh.
Considering the lengths the Steelers went to woo the nine-time Pro …
Broncos signing ex-Dolphins safety Brandon Jones as retooled secondary takes shape, AP source says
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos on Monday agreed to a three-year deal worth up to $22.5 million with former Miami Dophins safety Brandon Jones, a person familiar with the negotiations …
Russell Wilson has agreed to sign a 1-year deal with the Steelers, AP source says
Russell Wilson is heading to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The nine-time Pro Bowl quarterback has agreed to sign a one-year deal with the Steelers, a person familiar with the details told The …
Broncos are sending receiver Jerry Jeudy to the Browns for two draft picks, AP sources say
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos have agreed to send wide receiver and former first-round pick Jerry Jeudy to the Cleveland Browns for a pair of 2024 draft picks, two people with …
Some of the biggest deals in NFL free agency could actually be re-signings
Chris Jones won't have to wait so long to cash in this year.
The Kansas City Chiefs' star defensive tackle will be among the headliners when free agency opens next week and he could eclipse …
Denver Broncos releasing star safety Justin Simmons in a cost-saving move
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Justin Simmons became one of the top free agents on the market Thursday when the Denver Broncos released their star safety in a cost-cutting move.
Simmons is the …
From Herschel Walker to Russell Wilson, here's a look at some of the worst NFL trades ever
In a span of just a few days in the 2022 offseason, the Denver Broncos and Cleveland Browns made aggressive trades to acquire what they hoped would be franchise-altering quarterbacks.
The …