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• Manning among five Broncos named to Pro Bowl

  December 26, 2012 9:14 PM

  DENVER - They don't him the Mayor of Honolulu for nothing. Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning was named to his 12th Pro Bowl on Wednesday along with left tackle Ryan Clady, cornerback Champ Bailey, linebacker Von Miller and defensive end Elvis Dumerville. Through 15 games, Manning has tallied 4,355... more »

• Del Rio energized to be with Broncos

  January 31, 2012 2:55 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Jack Del Rio considered sitting out the 2012 season, relaxing while still drawing a paycheck from the Jacksonville Jaguars, who fired him as head coach in November. Instead, Del Rio jumped right back into the NFL fray, replacing Dennis Allen as Denver's defensive coordinator. Del Rio's... more »

• Raiders introduce Allen

  January 31, 2012 2:51 AM

  ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) - Dennis Allen preached passion and discipline as he was formally introduced as the new head coach of the Oakland Raiders. The Raiders held a news conference for Allen on Monday and those two themes were repeated often by the first-time head coach. Oakland hired the 39-year-old... more »

• Former Jags head coach is new Broncos defensive coordinator

  January 28, 2012 2:33 AM

  DENVER (AP) - John Fox and Jack Del Rio are together again. The Denver Broncos announced Friday night they had agreed to terms with Del Rio to become the club's new defensive coordinator. Del Rio was Fox's first defensive coordinator in Carolina in 2002 before leaving after one year to... more »

• Raiders finalize deal with Allen

  January 27, 2012 3:25 AM

  ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) - The Oakland Raiders have agreed on a four-year deal to make Denver defensive coordinator Dennis Allen their new head coach. A person familiar with the process said Thursday that the two sides had completed the contract. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team... more »

• Broncos' Allen agrees to be Raiders head coach

  January 25, 2012 1:30 AM

  ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) - The Oakland Raiders reportedly will hire Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Dennis Allen as their new head coach. Fox Sports and ESPN reported Tuesday night that the sides were still working out final details but an agreement had been reached. The Raiders have not confirmed the hiring.... more »

• McCoy may be leading candidate for Dolphins job

  January 20, 2012 3:32 AM

  MIAMI (AP) - Denver Broncos offensive coordinator Mike McCoy met again with the Miami Dolphins about their coaching job, which wraps up a second round of interviews by the team. McCoy met Thursday in New York with owner Stephen Ross and general manager Jeff Ireland. Joe Philbin and Todd Bowles... more »

• Dawkins added to AFC Pro Bowl roster

  January 20, 2012 3:27 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Denver Broncos strong safety Brian Dawkins has been added to the AFC Pro Bowl roster, although it's uncertain if he'll be able to play because of a neck injury. Dawkins missed most of the last month and both of Denver's playoff games. He has said he'll... more »

• Broncos defensive coordinator interviews with Rams

  January 13, 2012 3:00 AM

  ST. LOUIS (AP) - The St. Louis Rams interviewed Carolina Panthers offensive coordinator Rob Chudzinski and Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Dennis Allen for their coaching vacancy while awaiting word from Jeff Fisher. The Rams and Dolphins are finalists to have Fisher be their head coach. Chudzinski also interviewed for the... more »

• Champ ready for rematch with Patriots

  January 13, 2012 2:23 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The last time the Broncos and Patriots met in the playoffs, Champ Bailey returned an interception 100 yards, sparking a 27-13 Denver win and handing Tom Brady his first postseason defeat after 10 wins and three titles. Six years later, they meet again this weekend, both... more »

• Tebow helps networks pull big ratings

  January 12, 2012 1:27 AM

  NEW YORK (AP) - The Tim Tebow Show is must-see TV. The Denver Broncos quarterback is helping draw television audiences for NFL games that might have seemed impossible a few months ago. Just how many viewers tuned into Sunday's game against the Steelers solely because of Tebow? Consider the wild-card... more »

• Tebow has become multi-dimensional

  January 11, 2012 3:44 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Bury the blueprints on how to counter Tim Tebow. He can beat you with his arm as well as his legs. The formula up until last weekend was to stack the box and dare him to beat you with his erratic left arm. Coming off his... more »

• Thomas hopes he's proven he's a worthy first round pick

  January 10, 2012 2:44 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Betrayed by his body, it took Demaryius Thomas until the end of his second NFL season to validate his status as the first wide receiver selected in the 2010 draft, ahead of Dallas' Dez Bryant. Now he's a household name, despite playing in Denver's read-option offense,... more »

• McDaniels returns to Patriots just in time for game with Broncos. Is it fair?

  January 9, 2012 5:34 PM

  FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) - It's official. Josh McDaniels will return to the New England Patriots as an offensive assistant this week, and will serve under Bill O'Brien, the offensive coordinator who was named coach at Penn State on Saturday. The team made the announcement Sunday night. O'Brien, introduced in State... more »

• Elway says Tebow has an "edge" this week

  January 5, 2012 2:26 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Having won both the Denver Broncos' starting quarterback job and the AFC West title by default, Tim Tebow heads into his first playoff game mired in the worst slump of his life, his image battered and his confidence crumbling. Or so it seems. Even though the... more »

• Vegas oddsmakers make Broncos 120 - 1 longshot to win Super Bowl

  January 5, 2012 2:22 AM

  LAS VEGAS (AP) - Casinos in Las Vegas think Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers have a better shot at winning the Super Bowl than Tim Tebow and the Denver Broncos have of getting past the Pittsburgh Steelers this weekend. Oddsmakers at Cantor Gaming have the Packers as 9-5... more »

• Dawkins pep talk gives Broncos hope

  January 4, 2012 3:39 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Brian Dawkins soothed smarting egos with a spontaneous pep talk. Usually not one for rah-rah speeches, the Denver Broncos captain got in front of the team Monday and basically broke it down like this: They're in the playoffs and that's all that matters. Granted, the Broncos... more »

• McGahee's move to Denver has revitalized his career

  December 23, 2011 2:55 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - A change in scenery and eating habits has done wonders for Willis McGahee. By playing in a run-friendly system, along with reuniting with his former position coach, the Denver Broncos tailback has revitalized his career. McGahee, who even eliminated red meat from his diet to become... more »

• Have the Broncos forgotten about the tight end?

  December 22, 2011 3:53 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Around the league, the tight end position is a dynamic source of offensive production. Look at New Orleans' Jimmy Graham, the NFC leader in receptions (87), or New England's Rob Gronkowski, who already has the most TD catches ever in a season by a tight end... more »

• Patriots hope to keep Tebow in the pocket

  December 16, 2011 2:30 AM

  FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) - Patriots linebacker Rob Ninkovich says his defense can control Tim Tebow by keeping him in the pocket. That won't be easy when New England faces the Broncos scrambling quarterback on Sunday in Denver. Tebow has led the Broncos to a 6-1 record in his seven starts,... more »

• Tebow hoping Broncos can get off to a fast start against Patriots

  December 16, 2011 2:22 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Tim Tebow has tried everything else. Now, he's going to set his alarm for the crack of dawn. Maybe the early bird will get the offense rolling. With the Denver Broncos relying on his last-minute magic to pull off six comebacks in the eight games he's... more »

• Can the Broncos get to Brady

  December 15, 2011 1:36 AM

  FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) - The New England Patriots have more solid pass rushers coming their way when they face the Denver Broncos. The Patriots offensive line must try to protect Tom Brady on Sunday from rookie Von Miller, who has 11 1-2 sacks, and Elvis Dumervil, who has 7 1-2.... more »

• Tebow's future still up in the air

  December 15, 2011 1:31 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Tim Tebow's fans want to know what else the man has to do to win over the Denver Broncos' brain trust. He's won seven of eight games since taking over as their starting quarterback, turning a team that was foundering at 1-4 under Kyle Orton into... more »

• Prater is AFC Special Teams Player if the Week

  December 14, 2011 3:08 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - Denver Broncos kicker Matt Prater will be named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week, the National Football League informed the Broncos on Tuesday. Prater tied a career long with a 59-yard field goal with 0:03 remaining against Chicago on Sunday to send the game to... more »

• Maybe McDaniels wasn't all that bad

  December 8, 2011 2:20 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Josh McDaniels. The mere mention of his name brings back bitter, embarrassing memories in Denver. Yet only a year after he was unceremoniously booted out of Broncos headquarters, it might be time to rethink McDaniels' role in turning the Broncos into AFC West contenders. The coach... more »

• Miller hopes to play against Bears on Sunday

  December 8, 2011 2:13 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Broncos linebacker Von Miller practiced Wednesday with a cast covering the injured right thumb that sidelined him a week ago. Miller, who leads NFL rookies with 10.5 sacks, needed surgery to repair ligaments he tore in his right thumb during a game at San Diego on... more »

• Cardiac Broncos keep fans on edge

  December 6, 2011 2:12 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos are living on the edge and loving it. They've won six of seven games since Tim Tebow became their starting quarterback. Five of those have involved second-half comebacks, including a 35-32 win at Minnesota on Sunday that pushed them into a tie with... more »

• The NFL catches Tebow fever

  December 2, 2011 2:09 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The NFL has caught Tim Tebow fever, too. The cover of the inaugural edition of the league's official monthly publication, NFL Magazine, which hits newsstands Dec. 13, will feature Tebow instead of Carolina rookie quarterback Cam Newton as originally planned. The edition will still feature Newton,... more »

• Miller misses practice for minor thumb surgery

  December 1, 2011 2:36 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Denver Broncos rookie pass-rusher Von Miller underwent a surgical procedure to repair a strained ligament in his left thumb and missed Wednesday's practice. Miller is expected to play Sunday at Minnesota, however. Miller was injured in Denver's 16-13 overtime win at San Diego on Sunday. He... more »

• Is Tebow the comeback king?

  November 29, 2011 1:20 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Tim Tebow might want to update his autobiography and not just because it's already a best-seller. In "Through My Eyes," Denver's unconventional quarterback writes about how those who finish strong in football or life will achieve success and even greatness. He could write several more chapters... more »

• It's not only Tebow time - It's Miller time!

  November 24, 2011 10:58 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Forget the Tim Tebow hype machine for a moment. It's Miller Time in Denver. Broncos linebacker Von Miller, the second overall selection in the draft, has led Denver's defensive revival along with pass-rushing partner Elvis Dumervil. The duo has been collecting sacks and crumpling quarterbacks at... more »

• Chiefs claim Orton off the waiver wire

  November 24, 2011 2:29 AM

  KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP)- Kyle Orton has been claimed off waivers by the Chiefs, who were searching for a veteran quarterback after losing Matt Cassel to a season-ending injury. The move was told to the Associated Press by a person familiar with the situation on condition of anonymity because the... more »

• Broncos waive Orton

  November 22, 2011 11:00 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos have waived quarterback Kyle Orton. The 29-year-old seventh-year veteran from Purdue lost his starting job after going 1-4. He hasn't played since the first half against San Diego on Oct. 9. His replacement, Tim Tebow, is 4-1. Orton decisively outplayed Tebow in training... more »

• Broncos are much more than just Tebow

  November 19, 2011 1:30 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Lost in all the hoopla over Tim Tebow and his recent success is the performance of Denver's dominant defense over the last month. The Broncos have been able to keep it close so that their unconventional quarterback can orchestrate all those comebacks. Led by relentless rookie... more »

• McGahee is active for Thursday night game with Jets

  November 17, 2011 8:17 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Running back Willis McGahee has been given the green light for the Denver Broncos' game against the New York Jets on Thursday night. McGahee pulled his left hamstring Sunday at Kansas City and was limited in practice. He ran during warmups and declared himself ready to play.... more »

• Decker's girlfriend to sing at halftime of Jets Broncos game

  November 17, 2011 4:05 AM

  DENVER (AP) - Wide receiver Eric Decker has particular interest in the halftime show at the Denver Broncos' game against the New York Jets on Thursday night. His girlfriend, country singer Jessie James, will perform at Sports Authority Field during the break. Decker, who has seven touchdown catches this season,... more »

• Jets view Tebow as another running back

  November 16, 2011 1:38 AM

  FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) - The New York Jets aren't quite sure what to expect from Denver's Tim Tebow. They know the Broncos quarterback will run a whole lot Thursday night. Will he throw some, too? And, how much? After spending last week preparing for New England's Tom Brady, someone... more »

• Broncos new offense is giving teams fits

  November 15, 2011 1:05 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - As the Denver Broncos fine-tune the playbook to fit Tim Tebow's game, they have become increasingly reliant on the ground game. With the approach, they're off and running. Relying on an unconventional option-style offense led by an unorthodox quarterback, Denver has suddenly surged back into contention... more »

• McGahee jump starts his career in Denver

  November 11, 2011 2:49 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Willis McGahee had just one destination in mind after his three-year stint as Baltimore's backup came to an end last season - Denver. That's where the big, ninth-year running back saw the best opportunity to jumpstart his career with John Fox taking over as head coach... more »

• Tebow learns to take his hits

  November 11, 2011 2:04 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Twice in the three weeks since he took over as Denver's starting quarterback, Tim Tebow has had one of his sacks erased by the NFL's statistics keepers after reviews of the game film. The bruises are for keeps. Tebow has been sacked a league-high 14 times... more »

• Broncos getting healthy again

  November 10, 2011 1:50 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos are in contention at the halfway point of the season thanks to a middling AFC West and a return to health. In their 38-24 win at Oakland on Sunday, the Broncos got key contributions from four players who had been sidelined for a... more »

• Chiefs work on stopping Tebow

  November 10, 2011 1:34 AM

  KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Jerheme Urban hasn't been playing a whole lot of wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs lately. He has only one catch all season, and that was in the opener. He might as well play quarterback for the Denver Broncos. Or at least try to... more »

• Royal is special teams Player of the Week

  November 9, 2011 2:25 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - Denver Broncos wide receiver Eddie Royal will be named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week, the National Football League informed the Broncos on Tuesday. Royal's 85-yard punt return for a touchdown with 5:53 remaining in the fourth quarter represented the go-ahead score in Denver's 38-24 win... more »

• Tebow 2-1 as a starter

  November 8, 2011 1:57 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Tim Tebow is not a prototypical NFL passer and may never become one. So, the Denver Broncos used an unorthodox approach with their unconventional quarterback. The Broncos confounded the Oakland Raiders with the same system that Tebow operated so successfully at the University of Florida the... more »

• Elvis promises to finish season strong

  November 5, 2011 2:11 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Elvis Dumervil has collected more injuries than sacks since signing his $58 million extension two years ago. After missing all of last season with a torn chest muscle, Dumervil was dogged by an injured left shoulder over the first month of this season, and just when... more »

• Film indicates Broncos have changed offense for Tebow

  November 4, 2011 2:58 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The latest debate raging around Tim Tebow is whether the Denver Broncos are doing all they can to give their raw quarterback every chance to succeed. His pocket of protection has been disparaged and offensive coordinator Mike McCoy's play-calling has drawn criticism from fans and broadcasters... more »

• Tebow says he's not concerned about style points

  November 3, 2011 1:55 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Tim Tebow says he doesn't begrudge Detroit Lions linebacker Stephen Tulloch for striking the prayerful pose known as "Tebowing" after sacking him last week. Tebow said he figures Tulloch was just having fun, not mocking him or his Christian faith by participating in the phenomenon that's... more »

• Monday Night Quarterback - Have you lost faith in Tebow?

  October 31, 2011 5:43 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Tim Tebow is still the Denver Broncos' starting quarterback, at least for another week. Broncos coach John Fox said he's sticking with his embattled young signal-caller following Denver's 45-10 loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Fox made it clear, however, that Tebow needs to quickly... more »

• Champ awaits one of NFL's best wideouts

  October 27, 2011 11:27 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey has watched Calvin Johnson's ascension to elite wide receiver status from afar. On Sunday, he will get a firsthand look at the explosive Lions receiver for the first time since a 2007 matchup when Johnson was a raw but talented rookie. Through... more »

• Broncos are beat up in the backfield

  October 27, 2011 2:47 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - For all of the debate over Tim Tebow's development as a passer, the Denver Broncos may just need him to revert to a running quarterback come Sunday. With top tailback Willis McGahee missing practice Wednesday following surgery to fix a broken finger, the Broncos (2-4) are... more »

• Monday Night Quarterback - How will the Broncos finish the season?

  October 24, 2011 8:03 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Although Tim Tebow's mechanics are far from polished and his passes far from pretty, his moxie appears to be in perfect working order. When the game's on the line, the Denver Broncos' charismatic quarterback finds a way to rally his team, happy feet in the pocket... more »

• Bush and Marshall return to Dolphins practice

  October 21, 2011 1:16 AM

  DAVIE, Fla. (AP) - Receiver Brandon Marshall and running back Reggie Bush have returned to practice after sitting out one day with injuries as the Miami Dolphins begin preparing for Sunday's game against Denver. Marshall (quadriceps) and Bush (groin) participated fully in practice Thursday. Safety Reshad Jones (knee) sat out... more »

• Broncos Dolphins game is a sellout but not entirely because of Tebow

  October 20, 2011 11:02 PM

  MIAMI (AP) - Tim Tebow's popularity hasn't been enough for the winless Miami Dolphins to sell out Sunday's game, so they've agreed to buy any remaining tickets to avert a television blackout in South Florida. Those tickets will be given to season-ticket holders. The Dolphins also bought all unsold tickets... more »

• Tebow has faith in Broncos wideouts

  October 20, 2011 4:13 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Tim Tebow isn't fretting over losing his top target in a trade this week or the speculation that another one of his receivers also wanted out of Denver. The Broncos' new starting quarterback said he has faith Eric Decker, Matt Willis, Demaryius Thomas and Eddie Royal... more »

• Tebow can't do it all for 1-4 Broncos

  October 13, 2011 2:00 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Tim Tebow isn't the cure-all for the Denver Broncos. He brings energy, enthusiasm and excitement to a franchise sorely in need of all three, but he can't stop the run or defend the pass. Nor can he do anything about all the battered bodies that have... more »

• Tebow's promotion met with subdued mood at Broncos headquarters

  October 12, 2011 1:58 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - While Tim Tebow's legion of fans rejoiced in his promotion to starting quarterback Tuesday, his Denver Broncos were in a much more subdued mood. That was out of respect for Kyle Orton, who lost his job more for what he couldn't do on the field... more »

• Tebow named Broncos starter

  October 11, 2011 6:22 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Coach John Fox said Tuesday that the Denver Broncos will start Tim Tebow against the Miami Dolphins when they return from their bye week. Tebow supplants Kyle Orton, who has struggled ever since winning the job with a spectacular training camp. Replacing Orton at halftime Sunday,... more »

• Broncos put Vickerson on IR

  October 11, 2011 3:19 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos placed starting defensive tackle Kevin Vickerson on IR with an ankle injury Monday and added fullback Quinn Johnson off waivers from Tennessee. Vickerson was hurt in the Broncos' loss Sunday to San Diego. He signed a two-year, $4.75 million deal last winter after... more »

• Decker turning into one of Orton's favorite targets

  October 6, 2011 2:41 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Before Eric Decker's rookie season in Denver last year, about all he could do to stay in shape was pump iron at the gym while he recovered from an operation on his left foot. It paid off with a buffed torso and thick neck that made... more »

• Franklin excused from Broncos practice

  October 6, 2011 2:29 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Broncos rookie right tackle Orlando Franklin was excused Wednesday to deal with a family tragedy. Franklin's status for Sunday's game against San Diego is uncertain. Coach John Fox had already addressed the media when Franklin apparently learned of the situation after practice. Chris Clark and Tony... more »

• Still not Tebow time

  October 4, 2011 3:07 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Despite Denver's stumbling start, Kyle Orton remains entrenched as the Broncos' starting quarterback even as Tim Tebow fans clamor for him to get more playing time. Coach John Fox reiterated Monday that a change at quarterback isn't the cure-all with the Broncos coming off a disheartening... more »

• Tebow says he'll do whatever it takes

  September 23, 2011 2:40 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Tim Tebow insists he'll be a starting quarterback in the NFL someday. In the meantime, he wants to line up anywhere his coaches will let him. The former Florida star whose adjustment to the pros is taking longer than he and his rabid fan base would... more »

• Beat up Broncos sign tight end

  September 23, 2011 2:26 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos beefed up their injury-riddled offense Thursday by signing tight end Dante Rosario, a casualty of their final cut-down. Rookie linebacker Mike Mohamed was released to make room for Rosario, a fifth-year pro who played in both of the Miami Dolphins' games after being... more »

• Broncos sign free agent wide receiver

  September 21, 2011 2:19 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos bolstered their beleaguered wide receiving corps Tuesday by signing free agent Quan Cosby. The third-year pro from the University of Texas spent the last two seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals. He'll also reinforce Denver's return game, which was depleted when receiver/returner Eddie Royal... more »

• Tebow stands by coach Fox

  September 15, 2011 7:40 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Tim Tebow appreciates his fans cheering for him to take over as the Denver Broncos' quarterback but says he trusts his coach and will bide his time without complaint. A group of his most ardent supporters have said they'd like to buy two billboards in downtown... more »

• Four Broncos starters miss Wednesday practice

  September 15, 2011 2:28 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos are practicing without a half dozen of their key players. Pro Bowlers Champ Bailey (hamstring) and Brandon Lloyd (groin) missed Wednesday's workout along with fellow starters Knowshon Moreno (hamstring) and Elvis Dumervil (shoulder). All of them were hurt Monday night against Oakland. They... more »

• Orton will remain Broncos starter

  September 14, 2011 2:39 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The fans may be calling for Tim Tebow. Denver Broncos coach John Fox isn't. Fox said in a conference call Tuesday that he's sticking with Kyle Orton as his starting quarterback despite an awful performance by the offense in the Broncos' 23-20 loss to Oakland on... more »

• Sports Authority Field ready for Monday Night Football

  September 9, 2011 2:54 AM

  DENVER (AP) - A sign proclaiming the new name of the home of the Denver Broncos is ready for Monday Night Football. A "Sports Authority Field at Mile High" sign was completed on the stadium's south entrance Thursday. There are also painted signs on top of the stadium that will... more »

• Broncos defense expecting lots of screen passes

  September 9, 2011 2:46 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos expect to see plenty of screens and draws to counter the speed they'll bring off the edge with pass-rushers Elvis Dumervil and Von Miller this season. Dumervil is one of the best defensive ends at recognizing the screen, standing up to swat passes... more »

• Broncos still remember last year's blowout loss to Oakland

  September 8, 2011 2:21 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Try as they might, the Denver Broncos can't shake the memories of the Oakland Raiders' last visit. The 59-14 loss to their archrivals last Oct. 24 is among the low points in the franchise's 52-year history. With the Raiders opening up the 2011 season at Mile... more »

• McCarthy beats the odds with the Broncos

  September 1, 2011 2:51 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Beating the odds, that's nothing new for Kyle McCarthy. The strong safety wasn't drafted out of Notre Dame but made enough of an impression on the Denver Broncos during last summer's training camp to land on the team's practice squad. Before long, he was promoted to... more »

• Weber remains Broncos forgotten quarterback

  August 31, 2011 1:23 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The raw, shaggy-haired Denver Broncos quarterback with Madison Avenue good looks and an impressive college resume that includes 72 touchdown passes realizes he has absolutely no shot now of unseating Kyle Orton or even Brady Quinn. No, not Tim Tebow. Adam Weber. The undrafted free agent... more »

• Broncos cut seven

  August 30, 2011 2:50 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos have released veteran cornerback Nate Jones and waived six other players. Jones, an eighth-year pro, played in all 16 games for the Broncos last season, including three starts, and had 43 tackles. He played four years in Dallas and two in Miami before... more »

• Broncos not ready to cut ties with Tim Tebow

  August 25, 2011 1:09 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Nobody's questioning Tim Tebow's character or work ethic, just his readiness. The Denver Broncos have concluded he's not set to start in the NFL, but that doesn't mean they're ready to cut ties with him. The latest twist in Denver's summer soap opera is rampant speculation... more »

• Broncos kicker focusing on just football

  August 25, 2011 1:05 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - In Matt Prater's mind, if it's just about football, the kicking job for the Denver Broncos is his. Prater is having a solid camp after missing the last month of last season with a pulled right groin that opened the door for Steven Hauschka, who is... more »

• Orton named Broncos opening day starter

  August 22, 2011 4:35 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Denver Broncos coach John Fox has seen enough to name Kyle Orton his starting quarterback. What he hasn't determined is who's No. 2. Fox said Tim Tebow and Brady Quinn have two more preseason games to win the job as Orton's primary backup. Because the league's... more »

• Broncos rookie may get fined for helmet-to-helmet hit

  August 22, 2011 1:41 AM

  DENVER (AP) - Safety Rahim Moore's vicious hit on Buffalo wide receiver Donald Jones drew outrage and shoves from the Bills and kudos and pats on the helmet from his Denver Broncos teammates. Moore's hit resulted in a 15-yard penalty Saturday night and could produce a fine if the NFL... more »

• Who's number two?

  August 19, 2011 11:43 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos have wrapped up training camp and coach John Fox is already in his regular-season mode of keeping fans and opponents guessing. Fox declined to reveal his quarterback rotation for the Broncos' second of four preseason games. The Broncos face the Buffalo Bills Saturday... more »

• Broncos rookie looks up to Dawkins

  August 17, 2011 10:21 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Rookie safety Rahim Moore has always admired Brian Dawkins' hard-hitting game from afar, even carrying a picture of the Pro Bowler in his wallet for inspiration while he was at UCLA. Now, Moore carries Dawkins' shoulder pads after the Denver Broncos' practices as he studies the... more »

• Prater faces DUI charges

  August 12, 2011 10:41 PM

  GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. (AP) - Denver Broncos kicker Matt Prater is facing a charge of drunken driving and fleeing the scene of an accident. Police Chief John Jackson said Prater was involved in a minor, non-injury accident in a hotel parking lot on Aug. 2. He said Prater was cooperative,... more »

• Broncos sign former Patriot Warren

  August 3, 2011 2:59 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos have agreed to terms with former New England Patriots defensive lineman Ty Warren. Warren was released by the Patriots on Friday. ESPN reported the deal was worth $10 million over two years with $2.5 million guaranteed. Warren was the 13th overall pick in... more »

• Broncos trade Gaffney to Redskins

  July 27, 2011 11:46 PM

  ASHBURN, Va. (AP) - The Washington Redskins have acquired receiver Jabar Gaffney from the Denver Broncos in exchange for defensive end Jeremy Jarmon. The 30-year-old Gaffney has 375 receptions over nine NFL seasons with Houston, New England and Denver. He had 65 catches for 875 yards and two touchdowns last... more »

• Busy Broncos ready for training camp

  July 25, 2011 9:06 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - Even with the NFL on hiatus, several teams made plenty of noise in the offseason. Few were as loud as the Denver Broncos. Hall of Famer John Elway returned to restore respectability to a franchise tarnished by scandal and his former tight end, Shannon Sharpe,... more »

• Tebow joins teammates at informal workout

  May 19, 2011 8:03 PM

  CENTENNIAL, Colo. (AP) - Tim Tebow has joined the Denver Broncos' informal offseason workouts. The second-year quarterback had been working out on his own in Florida during the NFL lockout. Tebow showed up Thursday at the South Suburban Sports Dome for a conditioning workout and to throw some passes. The... more »

• It's Miller time in Denver

  May 4, 2011 4:58 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - John Elway thought it was appropriate that his first draft pick, pass-rusher Von Miller, wanted to wear No. 58, because his build and his game remind so many people of the late Derrick Thomas of the Kansas City Chiefs. Coming off their worst season in their... more »

• Back to business at Broncos headquarters

  April 29, 2011 1:07 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The lockout's been lifted. Soon all those weights will be, too. The NFL told teams Thursday to resume football operations, informing them that they should open their facilities to players Friday morning to work out. Denver Broncos linebacker Joe Mays called that "great news." He was... more »

• Hunter's stab wound is not serious

  April 27, 2011 11:02 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The agent for Denver Broncos defensive end Jason Hunter is thanking fans for their prayers and insisting he suffered only a minor injury after being stabbed in Detroit. Agent Robert B. Walker tweeted Wednesday, "I've spoken to my client Jason Hunter and it's a very minor... more »

• Broncos linebacker Hunter stabbed in Detroit

  April 27, 2011 8:51 PM

  DETROIT (AP) - Detroit police say Denver Broncos defensive end Jason Hunter has been stabbed and taken to a local hospital. Officer Dan Donakowski says Hunter was stabbed Wednesday, but police didn't have any additional information, including where the incident took place, who was responsible and Hunter's condition. The... more »

• Broncos preseason schedule released

  April 12, 2011 8:05 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - The National Football League on Tuesday announced the Denver Broncos' 2011 preseason schedule, which features home games against the Buffalo Bills and Seattle Seahawks as well as road contests against the Dallas Cowboys and Arizona Cardinals. "The preseason is an important time for us to evaluate our... more »

• Broncos release two more veterans

  March 3, 2011 10:43 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos continued revamping their roster Thursday by releasing veteran defensive linemen Justin Bannan and Jamal Williams. Both were big additions to Josh McDaniels' 3-4 defense last summer. The Broncos are going back to a 4-3 scheme under new coach John Fox, and the Broncos... more »

• Broncos release Daniel Graham

  March 2, 2011 5:02 PM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - The Denver Broncos on Wednesday released tight end Daniel Graham, it was announced. "Our organization is extremely grateful for the character, leadership and high level of play that Daniel Graham brought to the Broncos during his four seasons with this team," Broncos Executive Vice President of Football... more »

• Broncos Thomas tears Achilles

  February 11, 2011 3:14 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos' deep wide receiver corps has taken another hit with word that last year's top pick, Demaryius Thomas, tore an Achilles during an offseason workout in Atlanta. Thomas, the first receiver selected in last year's draft, was working out at his offseason home when... more »

• Allen leaves Saints to become Broncos defensive coordinator

  January 25, 2011 3:28 AM

  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - The Denver Broncos are turning to Dennis Allen to fix the league's worst defense. The Broncos sent out a tweet late Monday night saying they had agreed to terms with Allen to become new coach John Fox's defensive coordinator. Allen served as New Orleans' secondary coach... more »

• Broncos Lloyd selected second team All-Pro

  January 25, 2011 3:20 AM

  NEW YORK (AP) - Tom Brady is a unanimous choice for The Associated Press 2010 NFL All-Pro Team, the seventh straight year a player has gotten every vote. The record-setting quarterback is one of three New England Patriots selected to the squad by a nationwide panel of 50 media members... more »