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• Broncos' restocked secondary gets high marks

  May 22, 2012 9:00 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Peyton Manning and Champ Bailey are giving the Denver Broncos' restocked secondary two thumbs-up. Replacing retired safety Brian Dawkins in the starting lineup is free agent Mike Adams alongside second-year pro Quinton Carter. And instead of Andre' Goodman playing opposite Champ Bailey at cornerback, it'll be... more »

• Broncos sign their top pick, Derek Wolfe

  May 21, 2012 10:48 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos have signed their top draft pick, defensive tackle Derek Wolfe, to a four-year, $5.2 million contract with $3.2 million in guarantees. The Denver Post first reported the signing. Wolfe, taken in the second round, said Monday night "my main concern was playing football,... more »

• Longtime D-line coach Wayne Nunnely retires

  May 14, 2012 8:28 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Wayne Nunnely, one of the premiere defensive line coaches in the NFL, is retiring after 17 seasons, the last three with the Denver Broncos. Jay Rodgers was promoted from defensive assistant to replace Nunnely, who coached for 36 years. The 60-year-old Nunnely also coached defensive linemen... more »

• Broncos rookie CB Bolden full go after ACL tear

  May 13, 2012 7:41 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Denver Broncos rookie Omar Bolden considers himself a budding cornerback and CEO. To think, an injury on the field led him to become an inspirational entrepreneur off it. Bolden tore the ACL in his left knee during spring practice at Arizona State in 2011. There went... more »

• Broncos sign free agent CB Florence

  May 10, 2012 8:19 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos have agreed to terms with veteran free agent cornerback Drayton Florence, who was released by the Buffalo Bills last week. Florence is a 10th-year pro whose release from the Bills was regarded as a mild surprise. He had 45 starts in 46 games... more »

• Jets' Tebow says he's working only at QB so far

  May 10, 2012 8:17 PM

  FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) - Tim Tebow says he has worked exclusively at quarterback as Mark Sanchez's backup during the early portion of the New York Jets' offseason program, and is "just trying to learn the offense." Coach Rex Ryan and offensive coordinator Tony Sparano have said Tebow, acquired from... more »

• Broncos, GM Brian Xanders part ways

  May 7, 2012 8:49 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Brian Xanders is out as general manager of the Denver Broncos after three years in that role and with a year left on his contract. Broncos boss John Elway said the decision to part ways was made in a meeting between the two men Monday. Elway... more »

• Stokley stoked for reunion with Broncos, Manning

  May 3, 2012 8:15 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Brandon Stokley was ready for a reunion, not retirement. The 14th-year wide receiver rejoined the Denver Broncos - and old pal Peyton Manning - this offseason after missing almost all of 2011. Stokley played in just two games for the New York Giants last year before... more »

• Broncos trade out of first round of NFL draft

  April 26, 2012 11:23 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos traded out of the first round of the NFL draft Thursday night. The Broncos owned the 25th overall selection and traded down twice, leaving them without a first-rounder for the first time since 2005. The Broncos initially traded down six spots, acquiring the... more »

• Patriots trade up with Broncos to get Alabama LB Hightower

  April 26, 2012 10:54 PM

  FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) - The New England Patriots have selected Alabama linebacker Dont'a Hightower with their second pick in the first round of the NFL draft. The Patriots traded their own first-rounder, the No. 31 pick overall, to Denver along with a fourth-rounder for the No. 25 overall pick. Hightower... more »

• Dawkins drops by the office on Day 1 of retirement

  April 24, 2012 8:15 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Brian Dawkins spent his first day of retirement at the office. The veteran safety, who is calling it a career after 16 seasons in the NFL, dropped by Broncos headquarters Tuesday to say his goodbyes and thank the front office for allowing him to play three... more »

• Veteran safety Brian Dawkins retiring from NFL

  April 23, 2012 8:18 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Veteran safety Brian Dawkins is retiring from the NFL after 16 seasons. Dawkins posted the news on his Twitter account Monday, thanking the teams he played for, his coaches and teammates and fans. Dawkins spent his first 13 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles and his last... more »

• Broncos looking for immediate help for Manning

  April 23, 2012 8:16 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos are building around their new quarterback Peyton Manning with the immediate future in mind. No three-year plans, no long-term solutions, no projects. Not anymore. Manning is 36 and coming off a season in which he had more neck operations (four) than passes (zero),... more »

• Air Force's Garland returns to Broncos

  April 20, 2012 7:54 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Defensive tackle Ben Garland has rejoined the Denver Broncos for offseason workouts after getting an early release from his commitment to the U.S. Air Force. Garland was a training camp phenom two years ago, impressing the coaches with his work ethic and regularly outracing even quarterback... more »

• Broncos switch to Manning's no-huddle offense

  April 19, 2012 8:15 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Out with the old option. In with the new no-huddle. The Denver Broncos are getting their first taste of the hurry-up-at-altitude offense that Peyton Manning will unleash on the NFL this fall if everything keeps going well with his surgically repaired neck. As they go through... more »

• Manning, Broncos open vs Steelers

  April 17, 2012 7:48 PM

  NEW YORK (AP) - The nation won't have to wait long to see Peyton Manning in a Broncos uniform. Manning's first game as Broncos quarterback will come in prime time as Denver hosts Pittsburgh on the opening Sunday of the NFL season. The four-time MVP was released by Indianapolis after... more »

• Broncos sign WR Brandon Stokley

  April 16, 2012 7:46 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Brandon Stokley, who made one of the most famous catches in Broncos history, is returning to Denver to play with old friend Peyton Manning. Stokley signed a one-year deal with the Broncos Monday. In June, he'll turn 36, the same age as Manning, whom he played... more »

• Manning goes to work with his new team

  April 16, 2012 5:05 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Peyton Manning says he's pleased with the first day of offseason workouts with his new teammates on the Denver Broncos. The four-time MVP, who signed with the Broncos after he was cut by the Colts, said he was glad to throw the ball around at team... more »

• Broncos sign free agent DT Justin Bannan

  April 11, 2012 8:00 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Veteran defensive tackle Justin Bannan is returning to the Denver Broncos. The 11th-year pro signed a free agent contract with his old club Wednesday. Bannan stated all 16 games for the Broncos in 2010, his only year with the team, before signing last year with St.... more »

• Broncos re-sign DE Jason Hunter

  March 29, 2012 7:54 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos have re-signed versatile free agent defensive end Jason Hunter, completing one of their offseason priorities. The seventh-year pro has played in 92 games for Green Bay, Detroit and Denver, accumulating 128 tackles, 11 sacks, one interception, two forced fumbles and six fumble recoveries.... more »

• Tebow the Jet: Celebrity backup meets media

  March 26, 2012 5:10 PM

  FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) - Tim Tebow is getting his first New York close-up. At his introductory news conference Monday, the New York Jets backup quarterback, acquired from Denver last Wednesday, says he's grateful and excited to be with the team. Tebow is speaking at a massive gathering that's being... more »

• Jets, Broncos complete trade for QB Tim Tebow

  March 22, 2012 12:07 AM

  NEW YORK (AP) - Tim Tebow says he had a "great conversation" with New York Jets quarterback and friend Mark Sanchez. Speaking on a conference call late Wednesday night, Tebow says he's thankful the Jets stuck with him through "this whole crazy process." After a big false start, the New... more »

• 49ers look like serious player in Manning pursuit

  March 18, 2012 8:58 PM

  SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Jim Harbaugh coaching Peyton Manning. In the Bay Area, they're beginning to think about the possibility and believe it truly might happen. A former NFL quarterback, Harbaugh worked wonders with Alex Smith last season and now all signs point to the 49ers being a serious player... more »

• Royal leaves Broncos for rival Chargers

  March 15, 2012 10:35 PM

  SAN DIEGO (AP) - Wide receiver-punt returner Eddie Royal has joined the San Diego Chargers after burning them a few times while with the division rival Denver Broncos. Royal agreed to a three-year deal with the Bolts on Thursday, two days after San Diego agreed with Robert Meachem. In September... more »

• Peyton Manning free agency stretches into 2nd week

  March 15, 2012 8:01 PM

  Your move, Peyton. This year's top NFL free agent has heard four teams' pitches in person. Owners have squired him around the country on private jets. Politicians are weighing in. Fans are growing restless. Now Peyton Manning needs to decide what happens next. The Denver Broncos, Arizona Cardinals and Tennessee... more »

• Broncos agree to terms with safety Mike Adams

  March 15, 2012 7:56 PM

  DENVER (AP) - The Denver Broncos have agreed to terms with safety Mike Adams. He started a career-high 16 games for the Cleveland Browns last season, leading the team with three interceptions. He also had 61 tackles, including 41 solo tackles. The ninth-year player was with Cleveland from 2007-2011 and... more »

• Titans wrap up meeting with Manning in Nashville

  March 14, 2012 10:51 PM

  NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee Titans have made their pitch to Peyton Manning and the quarterback has left the team's building after spending 6 ½ hours inside. The next move is up to the four-time NFL MVP. Manning walked out of the building with coach Mike Munchak at 10:05... more »

• Broncos rather silent in free agency so far

  March 14, 2012 7:53 PM

  DENVER (AP) - The Denver Broncos have been rather silent so far in free agency as they wait on word from Peyton Manning. With needs to fill and money to spend - approximately $40 million of cap space - they've pretty much taken a wait-and-see approach as their top prize... more »

• Titans' execs return to Nashville with Manning

  March 14, 2012 7:52 PM

  NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A group of Tennessee Titans executives have returned to Nashville with Peyton Manning for a meeting with the free agent on the team's home turf. Coach Mike Munchak, general manager Ruston Webster and chief operating officer Mike Reinfeldt landed Wednesday afternoon at Nashville International - not... more »

• Suspended Broncos players fighting back

  March 13, 2012 7:57 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Two Denver Broncos players are suing the NFL seeking to overturn their drug suspensions. The lawsuit filed in Denver District Court contends the league violated protocol in collecting urine samples from linebacker D.J. Williams and defensive lineman Ryan McBean and refused to clear the players after the... more »

• Obama: Scenery may help Broncos lure Manning

  March 12, 2012 5:51 PM

  DENVER (AP) - President Barack Obama says the Denver Broncos will have an advantage if scenery is a factor in Peyton Manning's decision on what team to join. Obama made the comment Monday at the end of a White House interview with KCNC-TV in Denver. The president said, "If natural... more »

• Manning spends more than 6 hours at Cardinals HQ

  March 11, 2012 7:33 PM

  TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) - Peyton Manning spent nearly 6½ hours at the Arizona Cardinals' headquarters and training facility on Sunday in meetings designed to lure the superstar quarterback to the desert. The session was even longer than the nearly six hours Manning spent at the Broncos' facility in Denver on... more »

• Broncos slap franchise tag on Prater

  March 5, 2012 8:09 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos have placed the franchise tag on Matt Prater, giving them the right to match any offer other teams might present to the kicker with one of the most powerful legs in NFL history. Prater came up clutch for the Broncos down the stretch... more »

• Jury begins deliberations in ex-Bronco's trial

  March 1, 2012 8:02 PM

  CASTLE ROCK, Colo. (AP) - Jurors in the sexual assault trial of former Denver Broncos cornerback Perrish Cox have gone home for the day. Deliberations will resume Friday. Cox is accused of sexually assaulting a woman in his apartment over Labor Day weekend 2010. Both the prosecution and defense rested... more »

• Teammate: Ex-Broncos player carried woman into bed

  February 29, 2012 9:49 PM

  CASTLE ROCK, Colo. (AP) - Testimony has wrapped up for the day in the trial of former Denver Broncos cornerback Perrish Cox, who is accused of sexually assaulting and impregnating a woman who visited his apartment in 2010. Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas testified Wednesday that Cox had carried a... more »

• Quinn says he's sorry for Tebow comments

  February 21, 2012 10:26 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Brady Quinn is apologizing to Tim Tebow for unflattering comments Quinn made about the Denver Broncos' starting quarterback in a GQ article. The article on Tebowmania was written by Michael Silver and titled "The year of Magical Stinking: An Oral History of Tebow Time." In it, Quinn... more »

• Broncos sign guard C.J. Davis

  February 15, 2012 8:16 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos have signed third-year free agent guard C.J. Davis, who will reunite with coach John Fox. Davis played for Fox in Carolina in 2010, when he appeared in seven games after spending the previous season on injured reserve. The Panthers signed Davis as a... more »

• Broncos sign free-agent fullback Sylvester

  February 8, 2012 10:53 PM

  DENVER (AP) - The Denver Broncos have signed free-agent fullback Austin Sylvester. Sylvester originally signed with Denver as a college free agent from Washington in 2011. He was on the Broncos' practice squad for five weeks last season but was on the active roster for two games. He also spent... more »

• Broncos RB Moreno could face DUI charge

  February 6, 2012 10:34 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno could face charges of drunken driving and careless driving after getting pulled over in south Denver. Denver police Lt. Matthew Murray confirms Moreno was pulled over on southbound Interstate 25 south of Hampden Avenue around 1:30 a.m. Feb. 1 after allegedly... more »

• Broncos hire new contracts negotiator

  February 3, 2012 8:15 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos have hired Mike Sullivan as their new director of football administration. He has a quarter century of experience in negotiating contracts for players. Sullivan replaces Mike Bleum, whose contract wasn't renewed. Sullivan will direct the club's negotiating on all player contracts, manage the... more »

• Clady, McGahee added to AFC Pro Bowl roster

  January 17, 2012 8:39 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Denver Broncos tailback Willis McGahee and left tackle Ryan Clady have been added to the AFC's Pro Bowl roster. McGahee replaces injured Houston running back Arian Foster and Clady replaces injured Miami tackle Jake Long. McGahee rushed for 1,199 yards and helped the Broncos set a... more »

• Broncos both bummed, buoyed as they look to 2012

  January 15, 2012 10:09 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The bleary-eyed Denver Broncos gathered solemnly Sunday to collect their things and bid farewell for another winter following their blowout loss to the New England Patriots. The good-byes this year came in mid-January for a change after the Broncos crashed the postseason party for the first... more »

• Patriots rout Broncos 45-10 in AFC playoff rout

  January 15, 2012 12:35 AM

  FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) - Tom Brady's way of dealing with Tebowmania was to silence it with a record-shattering performance. Brady threw six touchdowns passes, five in the first half, and put the New England Patriots into the AFC championship game after roughing up Tim Tebow and the Denver Broncos 45-10... more »

• Broncos sign long snapper with Paxton out

  January 13, 2012 8:17 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos signed long-time long snapper David Binn on Friday after Lonie Paxton was ruled out of their divisional playoff game against New England so he could continue dealing with a family issue. Binn spent 17 seasons with the division rival San Diego Chargers, appearing... more »

• Broncos QB Tebow also scoring as product pitchman

  January 13, 2012 8:15 PM

  DENVER (AP) - At least two companies who have signed Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow to represent their brands say the move is paying off. The companies aren't releasing specific numbers, but the energy drink company FRS says that after Tebow wore a beanie with its logo during a televised... more »

• Broncos fans sell tickets Play Video

  January 7, 2012 9:21 PM

  Jeff Amoruso is a huge broncos fan. He's excited about the game Sunday, Broncos vs. the Steelers. But although he has season tickets, he won't be in the stands. "We started [to] move a few days ago and we were hoping to finish up by today. But unfortunately, that's... more »

• Broncos playoff tickets on sale Monday

  January 1, 2012 10:11 PM

  DENVER - The Denver Broncos have announced that single-game tickets for their home AFC Wildcard playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, Jan. 8 (2:30 p.m. MST kickoff), will go on sale to the general public on Monday, Jan. 2, at 10 a.m. Tickets will be available at... more »

• Broncos in playoffs despite 7-3 loss to Chiefs

  January 1, 2012 7:46 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Tim Tebow fell short in his latest comeback bid, yet his Denver Broncos are still going to the playoffs. Former Bronco Kyle Orton got his revenge in leading the Kansas City Chiefs to a 7-3 win over Denver on Sunday, but it's the Broncos who clinched the... more »

• Bulky cast, injured thumb slowing Broncos' Miller

  December 30, 2011 7:59 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Von Miller has sparked Denver's defense this season just as Tim Tebow has energized the Broncos' offense. Like Tebow, he's fading at the finish. The outside linebacker and No. 2 overall pick in the draft looked like a lock for Defensive Rookie of the Year honors... more »

• Neck again keeps Dawkins out of Broncos practice

  December 29, 2011 8:00 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Broncos safety Brian Dawkins has missed practice again because of a neck injury that has left him questionable for Denver's pivotal regular-season finale against Kansas City. Dawkins watched Thursday's practice from the sideline. He has been sorely missed since pinching a nerve in his neck in... more »

• Champ Bailey makes his 11th Pro Bowl

  December 27, 2011 8:38 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Dregs on defense a year ago, the Denver Broncos celebrated a trio of Pro Bowl selections Tuesday with pass-rushers Elvis Dumervil and Von Miller joining star cornerback Champ Bailey on the AFC squad. Bailey was selected to his 11th Pro Bowl on Tuesday, extending his own... more »

• Broncos are downplaying Orton's return

  December 27, 2011 8:35 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The wheels have come off in Denver. We're not talking about the Broncos' season, although it's teetering with two straight ugly losses. All they have to do to end their long playoff drought is beat their former quarterback Kyle Orton and the Kansas City Chiefs on... more »

• Up next for Tebow, Broncos: Kyle Orton

  December 26, 2011 9:31 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - He's revived a foundering franchise with last-minute magic and put the buzz back in the Broncos. Tim Tebow's next challenge is rebounding from the worst game of his career. Tebow threw four interceptions in a 40-14 loss at Buffalo on Christmas Eve, two of which were... more »

• John Elway quickly reversing Broncos' fortunes

  December 20, 2011 8:03 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - A year ago, John Elway agreed to another comeback with his beloved Denver Broncos shortly after the ouster of Josh McDaniels, whom many felt had doomed the franchise to mediocrity for the foreseeable future. The Hall of Famer has pulled all the right strings in rapidly... more »

• Monday Night Quarterback - AFC's best team

  December 19, 2011 5:24 PM

  The Denver Broncos are now 8-6 after Sunday's loss to the Patriots. New England improved to an AFC-best 11-3. Meanwhile, the Ravens are 10-4 and the Steelers are 10-3 and play the 49ers Monday night. Pittsburgh, Baltimore, and New England are widely considered to be the best three... more »

• Brady, Pats slow down Tebow, Broncos 41-23

  December 18, 2011 7:44 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Tom Brady and the New England Patriots shut down Tim Tebow and clinched a playoff berth with a 41-23 victory over the Denver Broncos on Sunday. The Patriots (11-3) won their sixth straight game and another AFC East title by bouncing back from an early 17-6 deficit... more »

• Broncos see Patriots as big barometer

  December 16, 2011 8:40 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos haven't been to the playoffs since 2006, so they're in no position and certainly no mood to judge the quality of the opponents they're dispatching with all this last-minute magic. The seven teams they've beaten during their incredible two-month run since Tim Tebow... more »

• Broncos DB Dawkins questionable with neck injury

  December 11, 2011 6:03 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Broncos safety Brian Dawkins has left the game with a neck injury against the Chicago Bears. His return Sunday is questionable. Dawkins hurt his neck on a play late in the first quarter when he appeared to collide with teammate Robert Ayers as they tackled running back... more »

• Goodman peaking along with the Broncos

  December 9, 2011 8:20 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Andre Goodman's career has hit a high point that's coincided with the Denver Broncos' run to the top of the AFC West. Goodman's first-ever interception return for a TD made quarterback Tim Tebow's last-minute heroics against the New York Jets on Nov. 17 possible. His interception... more »

• Ex-Bronco Perrish Cox in court for hearing

  December 9, 2011 8:19 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Former Broncos cornerback Perrish Cox is in court Friday for a hearing ahead of his trial on sexual assault charges. The trial was originally scheduled to start in October, but was delayed until Feb. 27. Cox is charged with sexual assault against a person who was physically... more »

• Royal misses practice again after concussion

  December 8, 2011 9:45 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Broncos receiver Eddie Royal missed his second straight practice Thursday, still recovering from a concussion. Royal, who also missed practice time last week with a toe injury, collided with a teammate during a punt return late in Denver's victory over Minnesota last Sunday. Coach John Fox... more »

• Tebow, Broncos do it again, beat Vikings 35-32

  December 4, 2011 11:39 PM

  MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Tim Tebow led yet another late rally, passing for a season-best 202 yards and two third-quarter touchdowns to help the Denver Broncos win their fifth straight game with a 35-32 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Matt Prater kicked two field goals in the final 93 seconds for... more »

• Miller hopeful of playing Sunday against Vikings

  December 2, 2011 7:53 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Denver Broncos rookie pass-rusher Von Miller returned to practice Friday and is hoping he can play Sunday at Minnesota with a cumbersome cast protecting his surgically repaired right thumb. Miller was listed as questionable after practicing for the first time this week. Coach John Fox said... more »

• Tebow leads Broncos to 16-13 OT win over Chargers

  November 27, 2011 11:11 PM

  SAN DIEGO (AP) - Matt Prater kicked a 37-yard field goal with 29 seconds left in overtime to lift Tim Tebow and the Denver Broncos to a 16-13 victory Sunday over the San Diego Chargers, who've lost six straight games for the first time in 10 years. The Broncos narrowly... more »

• Tebow knows Elway is right: He has to get better

  November 25, 2011 8:30 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - John Elway took plenty of heat for affirming the conventional wisdom across the league: Tim Tebow must improve his passing and his third-down conversions if he is to succeed in the NFL. While his legion of supporters took to Twitter and the airwaves to assail Elway... more »

• Broncos lineman Ryan McBean will not be charged

  November 23, 2011 1:47 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Denver prosecutors won't file charges against Denver Broncos defensive lineman Ryan McBean. McBean was arrested last month after a former girlfriend said he was stalking her. The Denver district attorney's office investigated the case and said Wednesday that new evidence didn't support the allegation against... more »

• Tebow leads Broncos to 17-10 win over Chiefs

  November 13, 2011 8:03 PM

  KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Tim Tebow hit Eric Decker on a 56-yard touchdown pass, one of his only two completions in the game, helping the Denver Broncos to a 17-10 win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. Denver (4-5) played almost the entire game without leading rushers Willis... more »

• Stafford throws 3 TDs as Lions beat Broncos 45-10

  October 30, 2011 7:34 PM

  DENVER (AP) - The Detroit Lions sacked Tim Tebow seven times and turned his two turnovers into touchdowns as they snapped a two-game skid with a 45-10 victory over the Denver Broncos. Tebow followed his Miami miracle with a dud in Denver as the Broncos were blown out Sunday. Cornerback... more »

• Harris eager for more time with Broncos secondary

  October 28, 2011 9:41 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Chris Harris never believed he wasn't supposed to be playing a pivotal role in the Denver Broncos secondary. It didn't matter that it was training camp, Harris was an undrafted free rookie agent out of the University of Kansas and had no offseason to impress a... more »

• Tebow rallies Denver to 18-15 win over Miami

  October 23, 2011 6:30 PM

  MIAMI (AP) - Tim Tebow rallied the Denver Broncos for two touchdowns in the final 2:44 of the fourth quarter to force overtime, and Matt Prater's 52-yard field goal gave them an improbable 18-15 victory Sunday over the stunned Miami Dolphins. The Broncos appeared beaten when they trailed 15-0 with... more »

• Oft-injured Thomas is Broncos' new deep threat

  October 18, 2011 7:50 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos' new deep threat is Demaryius Thomas, who's had more injuries than touchdowns since becoming the first wide receiver selected in the 2010 NFL draft, ahead of Dallas' Dez Bryant. On the same day the Broncos traded Tim Tebow's top target, Pro Bowl receiver... more »

• Broncos' McBean arrested on stalking charge

  October 17, 2011 7:34 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Denver Broncos defensive lineman Ryan McBean has been arrested on suspicion of stalking. McBean turned himself in Friday and is free after posting a $50,000 bond. His next court appearance is scheduled for Oct. 28. McBean was at practice Monday as the Broncos returned from their... more »

• Chargers hold off Broncos, Tim Tebow 29-24

  October 9, 2011 11:05 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Philip Rivers overcame an interception and a fourth-quarter fumble to lead the San Diego Chargers to a 29-24 win over Denver despite Tim Tebow's best efforts to rally the Broncos from a 16-point deficit. Tebow threw for one touchdown and ran for another after replacing Kyle Orton... more »

• Tebow takes over for Orton in 2nd half

  October 9, 2011 10:51 PM

  DENVER (AP) - The Denver Broncos went with Tim Tebow at quarterback to start the second half Sunday against San Diego. A fan favorite, Tebow was instantly greeted with a chorus of cheers as he trotted onto the field. The crowd was so loud that Tebow couldn't hear the play... more »

• Dawkins questionable after hurting neck

  October 9, 2011 10:50 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Broncos safety Brian Dawkins walked slowly off the field after hurting his neck on a collision in the end zone Sunday against San Diego. The team said his return is questionable. Dawkins was shaken up late in the first quarter when he collided with teammate D.J. Williams... more »

• Rodgers' big day helps Packers beat Broncos 49-23

  October 2, 2011 7:49 PM

  GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) - The Green Bay Packers remain unbeaten, thanks to a career-best day from Aaron Rodgers in a 49-23 rout of the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Rodgers threw for a career-high 408 yards, tied a personal best with four touchdown passes and ran for two more scores.... more »

• CB Champ Bailey inactive for Broncos vs. Packers

  October 2, 2011 6:37 PM

  GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) - Denver Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey is inactive for Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers. Bailey has a hamstring injury and was limited in practice this week for the Broncos. He'll be replaced by Cassius Vaughn in the team's starting lineup. Broncos defensive end Elvis... more »

• Bailey, Dumervil questionable for Packers game

  September 30, 2011 11:02 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Tweaked hamstring and all, Denver Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey jumped a route Friday in practice and picked off a pass with one hand. Granted, this was just a drill performed at half speed, with a fellow defensive back running the pattern and a coach throwing the... more »

• Brandon Lloyd feels underused by Broncos

  September 29, 2011 8:32 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Pro Bowl receiver Brandon Lloyd isn't catching any deep passes in John Fox's conservative, run-oriented offense, and he's letting his quarterback and his coaches know just how he feels about that. Kyle Orton and offensive coordinator Mike McCoy said Lloyd hasasked to be more involved in... more »

• Dumervil, Williams and Bailey return to practice

  September 28, 2011 8:16 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos had their top three defensive players on the field together Wednesday for the first time since training camp. Now, the question is: will they have Elvis Dumervil (shoulder), Champ Bailey (hamstring) and D.J. Williams (elbow) on the field to face the Green Bay... more »

• Hasselbeck has 2 TDs, Titans beat Broncos 17-14

  September 25, 2011 8:59 PM

  NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Matt Hasselbeck threw a 4-yard touchdown pass to Daniel Graham with 4:24 left, and the Tennessee Titans rallied for a 17-14 victory over the Denver Broncos on Sunday. The Titans (2-1) lost Kenny Britt, the AFC's leading receiver, when his right knee buckled underneath him in... more »

• Broncos LB Williams step closer to return

  September 23, 2011 8:32 PM

  DENVER (AP) - The Denver Broncos may have leader and top linebacker D.J. Williams available for the first time this season. Williams, the team's top tackler in 2010, missed the opening two games with an aching elbow, but has returned to practice this week. That's not all: The Broncos also... more »

• Broncos coach Fox: Tebow still a quarterback

  September 19, 2011 9:12 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Broncos coach John Fox made it absolutely clear Monday that Tim Tebow's future lies in throwing passes, not catching them. A day after using his backup quarterback as an emergency wide receiver, Fox reiterated: "He is a quarterback." The Broncos entered the game Sunday against Cincinnati... more »

• Broncos top Bengals 24-22 for Fox's 1st Denver win

  September 18, 2011 7:39 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Willis McGahee ran for a touchdown and Eric Decker caught two touchdown passes from Kyle Orton to lead the Denver Broncos past the Cincinnati Bengals 24-22 Sunday for John Fox's first win as Denver's coach. The Broncos (1-1) lost two more players to injury - giving them... more »

• Broncos' Royal leaves game with groin injury

  September 18, 2011 7:36 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Broncos receiver Eddie Royal was helped off the field after hurting his groin on a pass play Sunday against Cincinnati. Royal was running down the field on a deep route when he pulled up and fell to the turf right in front of Cincinnati's bench. Royal had... more »

• Broncos put Ty Warren on injured reserve

  September 17, 2011 8:17 PM

  DENVER (AP) - The Denver Broncos have given up hope of getting free agent defensive tackle Ty Warren back this season, placing him on injured reserve Saturday. The Broncos had kept Warren on the 53-man roster in hopes he'd return from surgery to repair his torn right triceps by mid-November.... more »

• Cox in court on rape charge after Broncos release

  September 16, 2011 8:29 PM

  CASTLE ROCK, Colo. (AP) - Defense attorneys for former Denver Broncos cornerback Perrish Cox are sparring with prosecutors over a recording of statements he made in a holding cell after detectives interviewed him about sexual assault allegations. The content of the recording wasn't disclosed at a court hearing Friday. Cox... more »

• Bailey hopes to follow Barber, Woodson footsteps

  September 9, 2011 9:46 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Perennial Pro Bowl cornerback Champ Bailey didn't want a new team in 2011, just a new challenge. After signing a four-year, $43 million contract to stay in Denver over the winter, Bailey arrived at training camp and was approached by new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen about... more »

• Thomas returns from torn Achilles tendon

  September 5, 2011 8:44 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Denver Broncos second-year wide receiver Demaryius Thomas is participating in his first practice since tearing an Achilles tendon during offseason workouts in Atlanta in February. Thomas was expected to start the season on the physically unable to perform list and rejoin the team in October. But... more »

• Broncos sign cornerback Jonathan Wilhite

  September 4, 2011 8:07 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos boosted their secondary Sunday by signing free agent cornerback Jonathan Wilhite, who was cut by the New England Patriots last week. To make room for the fourth year nickelback, the Broncos waived safety Darcel McBath. Wilhite played in 39 games for the Patriots,... more »

• Agent: Broncos release cornerback Perrish Cox

  September 3, 2011 6:18 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The agent for Perrish Cox says the Denver Broncos have waived the struggling cornerback. Jordan Woy tweeted the news Saturday, adding that "any teams looking for a good, young CB should jump. Good starts under his belt." Cox started nine times as a rookie last year... more »

• Denver's defense leads Broncos past Seahawks 23-20

  August 28, 2011 12:37 AM

  DENVER (AP) - Kyle Orton led Denver back from a shaky start with two touchdown drives and the Broncos' defense throttled Tarvaris Jackson in a 23-20 win over the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday night. Jeff Reed tied it at 20 with a 53-yard field goal with 1:16 left in regulation,... more »

• Broncos LB Williams leaves with sprained elbow

  August 27, 2011 9:41 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Denver Broncos linebacker D.J. Williams has left Saturday's game against the Seattle Seahawks with a sprained right elbow. Williams was injured when he tackled Seattle running back Thomas Clayton after a 2-yard gain with 9:15 left in the first quarter. Williams left the field and went to... more »

• Franklin throwing his weight around for Broncos

  August 26, 2011 11:36 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Broncos rookie right tackle Orlando Franklin is keeping it simple, trying to fend off onrushing defensive players one play, then attempting to send them reeling backward the next. "I try to bring as much physicality to the game as possible," Franklin said. It was that same,... more »

• Orton once again miles ahead of Tebow

  August 8, 2011 8:18 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos have a quarterback controversy on their hands even if it's not much of a competition. It features constant critiques and criticisms and more tweets than touchdowns. And it boils down to this: Tim Tebow is much more popular, Kyle Orton is much more... more »

• Perrish Cox arrest affidavit to be released

  July 22, 2011 2:16 PM

  DENVER (AP) - A document detailing allegations of sexual assault against Denver Broncos cornerback Perrish Cox is being released. The Colorado Supreme Court on Friday denied a request from Cox to block the document from being made public. At issue is an arrest warrant affidavit, which explains why... more »

• Broncos take versatile LB Irving in 3rd round

  April 29, 2011 9:55 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos keep bolstering their beleaguered defense, taking versatile linebacker Nate Irving of North Carolina State in the third round of the draft Friday night. The Broncos selected UCLA safety Rahim Moore in the second round and Texas A&M linebacker Von Miller with the second... more »

• Charges dismissed in Dumervil assault case

  April 1, 2011 12:00 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - All charges have been dismissed against Denver Broncos defensive end Elvis Dumervil over an altercation with a parking lot attendant before a game last season. Judge Johnny Barajas signed the order dismissing the case in Denver County Court. Dumervil had been set to go on trial... more »

• Hearing for Bronco DJ Williams postponed

  January 18, 2011 4:18 PM

  DENVER -- Denver Bronco D.J. Williams won't enter a plea on a charge of driving under the influence until at least next month. The linebacker had been scheduled for a hearing Tuesday where he was expected to enter a plea but court records show that hearing has been rescheduled... more »

• New Coach talks about plans for Broncos

  January 14, 2011 2:24 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - John Fox has been introduced as the Denver Broncos' new coach, their third in little more than two years. Fox was picked over four other candidates to replace Josh McDaniels, who was fired Dec. 6 amid the Broncos' worst slide in four decades and the... more »