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Payoff clinching scenarios for Chiefs, Steelers, Saints

Three NFL teams can clinch a spot in the 2020 playoffs with a win and some help in Week 13: the Kansas City Chiefs, Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints.

Billy Heyen

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NFL power rankings for Week 13

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 13 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Broncos confirm COVID-19 case

A Denver Broncos player is self-isolating after testing positive for COVID-19, as are two other players deemed to be close contacts.

Rob Lancaster

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How Gordon's DUI charge changes Broncos' backfield

Gordon faces potential discipline just as Lindsay approaches full strength.

Dan Bernstein

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Le'Veon Bell's best landing spots after Jets release include Bears, Seahawks, Patriots

Breaking down Le'Veon Bell's best fits following his release from the Jets.

Vinnie Iyer

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Two more Titans have COVID-19

The Tennessee Titans' Week 5 game against the Buffalo Bills looks in doubt following reports of two more coronavirus cases.

Liam Blackburn

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Gase responds to critics after loss

The New York Jets appear no closer to turning their season around and pressure is further mounting on head coach Adam Gase.

Ben Spratt

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Jets need to fire Adam Gase, but Gregg Williams must go, too

Winless New York allowed 37 points at home to previously winless Denver. It shows the defense's intimidation tactics aren't working.

Tom Gatto

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NFL mock draft 2021: Jets, Broncos, Vikings all go QB

Sporting News' updated mock draft finds new franchise quarterbacks for three teams floundering to start the 2020 season. Plus, the Giants, Falcons and Bengals add defensive stars in the top 10.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings for Week 3

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 3 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL fines three teams, coaches over $1M

The Seahawks, Broncos and 49ers — and their coaches — were fined in excess of $1 million after those coaches were seen not wearing their masks on the sideline.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Gostkowski embarrassed but relieved

Stephen Gostkowski was relieved to help the Titans beat the Broncos after a debut to forget.

Joe Wright

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Big Ben's Steelers beat Giants

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Tennessee Titans started their NFL seasons with wins.

Dejan Kalinic

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Miller (ankle) may miss NFL season

The Denver Broncos have suffered a huge blow on the eve of the new season after Von Miller suffered an ankle injury in practice.

Liam Blackburn

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Will there be fans at NFL games in 2020?

The NFL is allowing each of its 32 teams and local lawmakers to determine whether fans can attend football games amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a team-by-team breakdown, updated with the latest news.

Tadd Haislop

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Miller considered opting out

Von Miller, who contracted COVID-19 in April, thought about sitting out the NFL season.

Sacha Pisani

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NFL GM rankings 2020: Best, worst decision-makers in the league

NFL general managers can both rise fast and fall hard. Here's how we have them ranked, 1-32, with the leaders of last year's Super Bowl teams deservingly on top.

Vinnie Iyer

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Browns TE David Njoku wants trade

After the Browns signed Austin Hooper in free agency, David Njoku is looking for a way out of Cleveland.

Liam Blackburn

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NFL training camp openings remain on schedule

The league is sticking with its initial timetable for now as teams work out plans for players to return to facilities.

Tom Gatto

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Broncos' Jackson has coronavirus

Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson became the latest player to contract COVID-19.

Matt Becker

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Fangio issues apology over NFL racism comments

Vic Fangio has acknowledged he should have been more clear with comments he made on Tuesday.

Paul DiGiacomo

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Fangio: No racism in NFL

Vic Fangio, 61, discussed the issue of racism amid protests over George Floyd's death.

Sacha Pisani

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Von Miller negative for COVID-19

After testing positive for coronavirus in April, Von Miller says he is free of COVID-19.

Jon Palmieri

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NFL power rankings: Buccaneers, Bills join top tier

With the 2020 NFL Draft completed and most key free agents signed, here are Sporting News' latest NFL power rankings, updated with each team's offseason moves.

Vinnie Iyer

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Von Miller on having COVID-19

Super Bowl 50 MVP Von Miller vowed to "do whatever I have to do" after being diagnosed with coronavirus.

Liam Blackburn

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Broncos' Miller has coronavirus

Denver Broncos star Von Miller reportedly tested positive for coronavirus.

Matt Kelley

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NFL free agency tracker: The 10 best available free agents still unsigned in 2020

Several good players are still available in 2020 NFL free agency.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL franchise tag tracker: Which players were tagged in 2020?

Sporting News is tracking the NFL players who received the franchise tag from their teams.

Austin Anderson

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NFL Combine takeaways

The biggest takeaways from the first half of the 2020 NFL Combine, from Tua Tagovailoa's health to Joe Burrow's fit with the Bengals.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL mock draft 2020: Patriots, Raiders, Cowboys, Giants go defense

Here is our latest NFL mock draft for 2020 with the actual draft fewer than three months away.

Vinnie Iyer

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eX-Giants head coach Shurmur lands offensive coordinator role

After his Giants exit, Pat Shurmur has a new home via the Broncos.

Sacha Pisani

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NFL mock draft 2020: Dolphins, Panthers get Bengals' QB leftovers

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect the latest selection order. Here are our draft projections for the top prospects in the 2020 class.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL mock draft 2020: Redskins pass on Young

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect the latest selection order for the first round. Where will the top prospects like Joe Burrow, Chase Young, Tua Tagovailoa and others land?

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings: Packers, Chiefs, Seahawks rise

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the developments around the league as Week 16 arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 13

In our picks and predictions for Week 13 of the 2019 NFL season, Pittsburgh wins its chippy rematch against Cleveland. Plus, Minnesota escapes Seattle with a victory, and Green Bay takes care of business in New York.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL mock draft 2020: Tua Tagovailoa drops out of first round

Here is our latest 2020 NFL mock draft in the wake of a hip injury to Tua Tagovailoa, a possible No. 1 overall pick who now could slide out of the first round entirely.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings Week 12

Here are our updated NFL power rankings as Week 12 of the 2019 season arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

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Browns safety Whitehead goes on social media tirade after loss to Broncos

"Don't get shot at lil b—," Whitehead wrote in one of several profanity-filled tweets.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Seahawks soar past Buccaneers in OT

Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson continued his MVP-calibre season by tying a career high with five touchdown passes for the Seahawks.

Sacha Pisani

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NFL nixes Beckham, Landry shoes

Beckham sported “Joker” themed shoes, while Landry wore gold cleats.

Arthur Weinstein

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NFL power rankings

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the latest developments around the league as Week 9 of the 2019 season arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

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Broncos deal WR Sanders to 49ers

At 2-5, the Broncos welcome third- and fourth-round picks in 2020 for Sanders, who has 30 catches for 367 yards and two TDs.

Bob Hille

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Broncos deal WR Sanders to 49ers

At 2-5, the Broncos reportedly welcome third- and fourth-round picks in 2020 for Sanders, who has 30 catches for 367 yards and two TDs.

Bob Hille

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Mahomes avoids significant damage

Patrick Mahomes dislocated his kneecap during Thursday's match against the Denver Broncos, but reports suggest he has avoided major damage.

Thomas Lott

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Mahomes upbeat about injury

After being forced off against the Broncos with a knee injury, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes said it was "looking good so far".

Liam Blackburn

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Patrick Mahomes leaves with an injury, so of course the Madden Curse comes up

When the Chiefs quarterback left Thursday's game against the Broncos with a reported dislocated patella (kneecap), many people made an immediate connection to the infamous "jinx."

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Patrick Mahomes injury update

Reigning NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes appeared to hurt his leg after a quarterback sneak in the first half of the clash with the Denver Broncos.

Thomas Lott

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Osweiler, 28, announces retirement

The 2012 second-round pick spent seven seasons in the NFL and was best known for his time at Denver Broncos where he won Super Bowl 50.

Drew Nantais

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Elway: Broncos not looking to trade

"We're trying to win football games," John Elway said in response to trade speculation over a number of the Denver Broncos' stars.

Ameer Tyree

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Lynn reveals running back plan

Lynn said of Gordon, who ended his 64-day holdout last week: "I don't want to put him in there and play him too much.

Chelsea Howard

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Gardner Minshew has new nickname

Minshew rallied the Jaguars to victory in Denver Sunday, prompting Fournette to give him a new nickname.

Arthur Weinstein

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Starting QBs since Kaepernick

Each NFL team has played at least 35 games since Colin Kaepernick's last appearance, and 80 different quarterbacks have been starters.

Liam Blackburn

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Jalen Ramsey trade rumors

It was reported that Ramsey is "a little banged up" after receiving treatment for issues related to his lower back and hamstrings.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Miller: Requesting a trade is good

Von Miller isn't opposed to a player requesting to be traded.

Thomas Lott

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Raider Conley (neck) 'good to go'

Conley, 24, appeared to suffer the injury with a little more than five minutes remaining in the third quarter Monday against the Broncos.

E.Jay Zarett

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Gruden gives positive Conely update

Jon Gruden has provided a positive injury update on cornerback Gareon Conley after he was forced out of Monday's match with the Broncos.

E.Jay Zarett

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Gruden on Brown saga

Antonio Brown is in New England — and Raiders coach Jon Gruden wished the Patriots good luck with the seven-time Pro Bowl pick.

Rob Lancaster

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Brown to Raiders: 'Release me'

After the Raiders took away the guaranteed money in his contract, disgruntled Antonio Brown tells the team he wants out.

Bill Marx

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A.B./Mayock details emerge

Brown did not participate in practice Thursday, and as of early Friday morning the Raiders were planning to suspend Brown ahead of Week 1.

Travis Durkee

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Garoppolo throws five interceptions

Jimmy Garoppolo threw five consecutive interceptions in a San Francisco 49ers practice session midweek.

Arthur Weinstein

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Flacco ready for new opportunity with Broncos

After joining the Denver Broncos from the Baltimore Ravens, Joe Flacco is ready to take his chance.

E.Jay Zarett

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Broncos’ Lock avoids holdout, signs rookie contract

Negotiations between Lock and the team reportedly stalled earlier this week because he was seeking a "quarterback premium."

E.Jay Zarett

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Broncos in stalemate with Drew Lock

Denver has offered Lock the same workout bonus add ons as left guard Dalton Risner, who was the 41st pick by the team.

Alexis Mansanarez

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When does NFL training camp start in 2019? Dates, schedules, locations for all 32 teams

NFL training camp start dates vary from team to team in 2019. Find out when training camp starts for your team this year.

Tadd Haislop

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Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen dies aged 75

Pat Bowlen passed away on Thursday following a battle with Alzheimer's, his family announced via the Denver Broncos' website.

Rob Lancaster

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Broncos, Harris discussing new deal

The report noted there is also talk of a potential pay raise, which was part of Harris' initial request for a new deal or a trade.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Broncos' Drew Lock, Noah Fant fine after airport shuttle accident

"The shuttle hit something; it was wild," Lock said, joking that he and Fant have taken worse hits in their playing careers.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Peyton Manning has hilarious message for incoming rookie quarterbacks

Broncos rookie QB Drew Lock shares his favorite Peyton Manning story.

Jordan Heck

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John Elway believes Broncos' quarterback problems are resolved

Denver Broncos general manager John Elway likes where the team are now at in the quarterback position.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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NFL Draft grades: Ranking the best, worst 2019 draft classes 1-32

Final results won't be known for a few years, but there is enough information already to make an early assessment of every team's selections.

Vinnie Iyer

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Peyton Manning says no to 'Monday Night Football'

Peyton Manning will not join ESPN's "Monday Night Football" booth this season, sources tell Sporting News, but the 43-year-old will still be seen as part of other ESPN programming.

Michael McCarthy

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Chiefs' proposal to give both teams ball in overtime goes to NFL teams

Kansas City became the latest team to lose a postseason OT game without getting a possession.

Tom Gatto

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Demaryius Thomas arrested, charged with felony vehicular assault

The free-agent WR was charged with vehicular assault, a felony, after he crashed and rolled his SUV on Feb. 16.

Gabrielle McMillen

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Broncos WR Emmanuel Sanders on reworking contract: 'No way Jose'

Denver has until the March 12 deadline to exercise Sanders' option for 2019.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Broncos to shop QB Case Keenum

Denver reportedly acquired veteran signal-caller Joe Flacco from the Ravens on Wednesday.

E.Jay Zarett

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Ravens 'deal Flacco to Broncos'

The Broncos have reportedly traded for Joe Flacco in a deal that cannot be processed until new NFL league year begins on March 13.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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NFL trade rumors: Ravens to deal QB Joe Flacco to Bronco

The deal, which seals Lamar Jackson's spot as Baltimore's starter, can't be processed until new NFL league year begins on March 13.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Kubiak won't be Denver OC

Kubiak, 57, remains under contract with the Broncos, so his immediate future in the NFL is unclear.

Bob Hille

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Miller's mother goes off on Elway

"The problem is Elway," she wrote on an Instagram post that showed a quote from Elway. "EVERY QB he's brought in was a fluke!!"

Thomas Lott

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NFL releases 2019 Pro Bowl rosters

The NFL released the rosters for the 2019 Pro Bowl in Orlando, Fla. on Tuesday.

Ameer Tyree

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Mayfield thrilled with Bryant visit

Kobe Bryant visited the Cleveland Browns before they beat the Broncos in Denver and Baker Mayfield said "having his mentality is important."

Nicholas McGee

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Miller sets franchise sack record

Miller surpassed Simon Fletcher's record of 97.5 career sacks as he took down Baker Mayfield in the third quarter of Saturday's game.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Mayfield leads Browns past Broncos

Fuelled by Baker Mayfield, the Cleveland Browns – who have not made the postseason since 2002 – upstaged the Denver Broncos.

Alexis Mansanarez

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How the Browns can make the NFL playoffs with a 0.2 percent chance

The Browns surprisingly could still make the NFL playoffs, but it won't be easy.

Jordan Heck

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Sanders injures Achilles

The Denver Broncos were dealt the major blow on Wednesday after wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders tore his Achilles.

Chelsea Howard

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Brown shakes off QB's criticism

The Steelers' veteran receiver isn't concerned about Roethlisberger's criticism of his route running. In fact, Brown welcomes it.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Peterman to work out with Broncos

The former Bills play-caller could get another chance with the Broncos, according to a report from NewYorkUpstate.com.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Joey Bosa injury update

Joey Bosa is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Thomas Lott

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Demaryius Thomas trade grades: Broncos barely get better of Texans in deal

Trading for Demaryius Thomas is a worthy gamble for a Houston team in need of wide receiver help. For Denver, the Thomas trade is a financial no-brainer.

Tadd Haislop

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Miller says team party was safe

The Halloween party Chad Kelly attended before his arrest was private and safe, Miller said. The event had both team and private security.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Broncos blow out Cardinals

It was all Denver all day in Arizona, as the Broncos jumped out to an early lead off a pick-6 and held on for a 45-10 win on Thursday.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Rosen has quarter to forget

Josh Rosen joined "elite" company with his first-quarter performance against the Broncos.

Thomas Lott

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Pete Carroll shrugs of SI story

An SI story published Friday claims that Carroll's perceived favoritism toward quarterback Russell Wilson led to friction on the team.

Arthur Weinstein

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Earl Thomas drawing interest

Thomas is entering the final year of his contract with a base salary of $8.5 million and has been vocal about his desire for a new deal.

Chelsea Howard

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NFL rookie recap: Preseason Week 4

Baker Mayfield showed he could find open receivers Thursday in the Browns' preseason finale.

Alec Brzezinski

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Gruden impressed with Peterson

Adrian Peterson rushes for 56 yards on 11 carries Friday against the Broncos in debut with the Redskins.

E.Jay Zarett

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Peterson a 'physical freak'

Washington Redskins coach Jay Gruden is in awe of Adrian Peterson's athleticism, saying "He's a physical freak."

Alexis Mansanarez

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Broncos RB battle: Rolling with Royce Freeman early makes most sense

The only constant in the Broncos' backfield is change. No one should know that better than general manager John Elway.

Vinnie Iyer

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Annabel Bowlen has Alzheimer's

Annabel Bowlen, wife of Broncos owner Pat Bowlen, revealed Wednesday that she has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.

Chelsea Howard

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Broncos edge-rusher Shane Ray to undergo fourth wrist operation, reports say

Broncos edge rusher Shane Ray, who sought a second opinion on his troublesome left wrist, according to KUSA, will undergo a fourth operation on the surgically repaired left wrist, ESPN.com reported, citing an unidentified source.

Bob Hille

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NFL free agency: Broncos better off with Kirk Cousins fallback plan

SN breaks down Denver's options and team needs in NFL free agency. They start at quarterback, of course, but signing Kirk Cousins is not the best move for the Broncos given their salary cap space.

Vinnie Iyer

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Answers to Broncos GM John Elway’s toughest test are in NFL Draft

John Elway is supposed to have all the answers at QB — it's part of the reason he was hired as Broncos general manager. This offseason could be his last chance to prove he can get the position right in Denver.

Jeff Diamond

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Baker Mayfield weighing decision to play in Senior Bowl

Mayfield has been working with the Broncos as he practices ahead of the Senior Bowl.

Alex Marvez

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Senior Bowl 2018: Baker Mayfield to play little, if at all, agent says

Heisman Trophy winner Baker Mayfield will be working out in Mobile, Ala., this week, trying to show NFL teams he's mature enough to handle pro football. That takes greater priority than playing Saturday.

Alex Marvez

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Vance Joseph moving forward with expectation to return as Broncos coach

A source tells Sporting News that Broncos coach Vance Joseph already has lined up at least one interview this week for a pending replacement on his coaching staff in Denver.

Alex Marvez

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NFL schedule: Week 17 game times, TV coverage

The final NFL Sunday of the year is packed with afternoon games, many of which have playoff implications.

Skylar Rolstad

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NFL schedule: Week 16 game times, TV coverage

The NFL Week 16 slate includes two Saturday and two Monday matchups. This is a crucial week for playoff contenders.

Skylar Rolstad

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Broncos vs. Colts: How to watch, live stream 'Thursday Night Football'

Broncos vs. Colts on "Thursday Night Football" is available to live stream through Amazon. Here is all the info you need to watch the game.

Tadd Haislop

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Broncos challenge Browns for designation of worst team in AFC

Considering expectations, Denver is having the most embarrassing season in the AFC this year. (Yes, the Broncos look even worse than the Browns.)

Vinnie Iyer

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Exploring Eli Manning's three best non-Giants options in 2018

What's next for Eli Manning? If the Giants are done with him — which they appear to be — the veteran quarterback has three intriguing options to extend his career.

Vinnie Iyer

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Broncos are hitting rock bottom under John Elway

John Elway is playing a dangerous game when he calls the Broncos "soft." The GM should know Denver's problems come from his mistakes, and they are his to solve.

Jeff Diamond

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Patriots vs. Broncos: Score, results, highlights from Sunday night game in Denver

Sporting News provided live updates throughout New England's 41-16 win over the Broncos on Sunday night.

E.Jay Zarett

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NFL Draft scouting: Broncos, Falcons among teams checking out Oklahoma-Oklahoma State

A list of NFL teams and representatives who will be at big college games over the weekend.

Kristian Dyer

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Three NFL teams passed Brock Osweiler around; did any of them come out winners?

Brock Osweiler is back where he began in the NFL: starting for the Broncos. Three teams have had a piece of him since March, but did any of them benefit?

David Steele

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Broncos' quarterback issues fall on John Elway, who still has time to fix them

John Elway was the on-field solution the last time Denver faced such a bleak quarterbacking situation. A quarter-century later, Elway must now prove he isn't part of the problem.

Alex Marvez

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Broncos vs. Chiefs: Score, results, highlights from Monday night game in Kansas City

Kansas City handled Denver on Monday night thanks in part to five Broncos turnovers. Check out all the highlights from the Chiefs' Week 8 win.

Tadd Haislop

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Broncos offense needs more than quick fix; benching Trevor Siemian not enough

Sure, Denver could get a lift with a QB change when Paxton Lynch returns from injury. But the Broncos have much bigger problems on offense.

Vinnie Iyer

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Giants vs. Broncos: Score, results, highlights from Sunday night game in Denver

SN provided live scoring updates for Sunday night's Giants-Broncos game in Denver.

Tadd Haislop

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Al Michaels makes Harvey Weinstein joke during 'SNF,' later apologizes

NBC's Al Michaels brought up Harvey Weinstein during "Sunday Night Football" while trying making a point about the Giants' recent issues.

Jordan Heck

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NFL fans can't believe Von Miller got penalized for joke on Tyrod Taylor

Von Miller was penalized 15 yards for pretending to help up Tyrod Taylor.

Jordan Heck

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NFL pushes court to speed process

The league wants a decision by Thursday regarding its appeal of an injunction that blocked the Cowboys running back's six-game suspension.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Broncos stay in AFC West for offensive coordinator, QBs coach

Former Chargers coach Mike McCoy will run the Denver offense. Former Raiders offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave will coach the QBs.

Ron Clements

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Broncos hire Vance Joseph as coach

Dolphins defensive coordinator Vance Joseph will take over Gary Kubiak's old position in Denver.

Jordan Heck

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Aqib Talib not fined for snatching Michael Crabtree's chain

Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib snatched a chain off Raiders receiver Michael Crabtree in last Sunday's game. The NFL did not issue a fine.

Arthur Weinstein

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Head2Head: Is the Raiders-Texans QB matchup really that bad?

How bad is the quarterback matchup between Houston’s Brock Osweiler and Oakland’s Connor Cook? Not as bad as you may think.

Ron Clements

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Weekend Kickoff: Road to Super Bowl 51 begins

The 2017 NFL playoffs and road to Super Bowl 51 begin with wild card weekend.

Ron Clements

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Von Miller writes tribute to retiring coach Gary Kubiak

The Broncos linebacker lauded his former coach for being "a leader who was believable, a man of high character who always had a plan."

Ron Clements

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LaDainian Tomlinson headlines Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists

Tomlinson, Brian Dawkins and Jason Taylor were the three finalists in their first year of eligibility.

Ron Clements

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Broncos' Trevor Siemian to have shoulder surgery 3 months after injury

The QB was knocked out of the Oct. 2 game against the Buccaneers with a shoulder separation and missed the next game.

Marc Lancaster

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Michael Crabtree likens refs to cops, says he was treated like a 'criminal'

The Raiders receiver wasn't happy with the officials ... or with Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib after Sunday's loss.

Jordan Heck

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The Blitz Read: Playoff field set with streaking Packers, Patriots, Steelers

The Packers and Patriots enter the playoffs riding six-game win streaks while the Steelers have won seven straight.

Ron Clements

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Raiders' Matt McGloin a wild card at QB for playoff game vs. Texans

Injured in his first start, the Raiders quarterback says he plans to play in next week's AFC wild-card game against the Texans.

Brandon Schlager

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Broncos coach Gary Kubiak tells players he is 'stepping down' for health concerns

Gary Kubiak is putting his own well-being ahead of his career.

Ron Clements

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Talib snatches Crabtree's chain

The Broncos cornerback went right after the Raiders receiver in the first quarter of Sunday's game in Denver.

Ron Clements

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Broncos coach Gary Kubiak likely to step down amid health concerns

Gary Kubiak was forced to take a week off earlier this year after being taken to the hospital and diagnosed with a "complex migraine condition."

Kirstie Chiappelli

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DeMarcus Ware says he's not retiring despite back surgery

Despite undergoing season-ending back surgery, DeMarcus Ware says he's not done playing professional football.

Joe Rodgers

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Weekend NFL Kickoff: Making sense of Week 17’s playoff scenarios

The Buccaneers have to beat the Panthers and hope a lot of things go their way in order to make the playoffs.

Ron Clements

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DeMarcus Ware's season ends with back surgery; is retirement next?

An injury-marred season will end a game early for the pass-rushing legend, who sits eighth on the NFL's all-time sacks list.

Marc Lancaster

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He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 16

As some NFL teams are preparing for the playoffs, other clubs such as the Jets, Rams and Vikings are a mess with one week remaining.

Ron Clements

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Derek Carr's chances to return for potential Raiders Super Bowl don't look good

The 25-year-old MVP candidate with a broken leg continues to lead: "We still have work to do as a team and goals to obtain."

Bob Hille

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Dethroned Broncos have 4 options at QB for 2017; none are great

Get an O-line for Trevor Siemian? Go with Paxton Lynch? Look at Tony Romo? It's not pretty, which describes the Broncos offense in 2016.

Bob Hille

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Chiefs go nuts over security tackle

A fan at Arrowhead Stadium ran onto the field late in the third quarter of Sunday's Broncos-Chiefs game.

Ron Clements

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NFC North battle flexed to Sunday night as NFL adjusts regular-season finale

The Packers and Lions will be playing for the NFC North championship in primetime.

Ron Clements

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The Blitz Read: Brutal Week 16 for playoff-bound Raiders, Seahawks

The Raiders and Seahawks both saw star players go down with broken legs. The Titans lost quarterback Marcus Mariota to the same injury.

Ron Clements

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Weekend NFL Kickoff: Giants among several teams hoping to clinch playoff spots

Thursday's Giants-Eagles game kicks off a Week 16 slate chock-full of playoff implications.

Ron Clements

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Trevor Siemian buys Broncos linemen parkas that dispense Skittles

Siemian clearly wants his linemen to taste the rainbow.

Jordan Heck

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Pro Bowl rosters headed by Raiders, Falcons players

The 2017 Pro Bowl will be played at Orlando's Camping World Stadium on Jan. 29 at 8 p.m. ET.

Ron Clements

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Gary Kubiak had to break up Aqib Talib, Broncos offense 'before it turned ugly'

Denver's offensive and defensive players are not getting along these days.

Jordan Heck

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The Blitz Read: AFC South a jumbled mess with two games remaining

Thanks to a pair of improbable wins, the Titans and Texans are 8-6, but the Colts are right behind them after Sunday's win in Minnesota.

Ron Clements

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Patriots end losing streak in Denver, continue to be class of AFC

Mile High Stadium has been a house of horrors for Tom Brady, but the Patriots quarterback exorcised some of those demons Sunday.

Ron Clements

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Weekend NFL Kickoff: Seahawks among teams with chance to clinch

The Seahawks can clinch the NFC West with a win Thursday over a dysfunctional Rams team that has lost eight of nine and four straight.

Ron Clements

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Tom Brady talks like he's intimidated by Von Miller, Broncos defense

The crowd noise and Broncos' ability to anticipate the snap count make Mile High the toughest venue in the NFL for the Pats QB.

Bob Hille

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He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 14

The biggest news of the day was the decision of the Rams to fire Jeff Fisher, who is not the scapegoat for the team's 4-9 record.

Ron Clements

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Aqib Talib vows to fight Harry Douglas as payback for 'dirty' play

Talib and Douglas have the same agent in Todd France.

Ron Clements

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Weekend Kickoff: NFL playoff berths hinge on Cardinals-Dolphins game

The Raiders, Patriots and Seahawks can clinch playoff spots this weekend — with some help.

Ron Clements

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He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 13

Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles has thrown 11 pick-sixes, but won just 10 games. He said this season has been a nightmare.

Ron Clements

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The Blitz Read: Chiefs' Eric Berry kicks off NFL's season of giving in heartfelt homecoming

Quarterbacks were in the giving spirit on Sunday, with 24 interceptions thrown and five fumbles lost by NFL signal callers.

Ron Clements

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Von Miller gifts every AFC West player custom bottle of wine

The Broncos linebacker gave bottles and a thank you note to about 290 players in the AFC West.

Gabrielle McMillen

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Weekend Kickoff: Cowboys look to stay hot before weekend of inter-conference matchups

If the Cowboys can win at Minnesota on Thursday, they can be the first team this season to clinch a playoff berth.

Ron Clements

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NFL Week 12 Local Headlines: Derek Carr fights through pain; Justin Houston premonition comes true

Derek Carr fought through a painful finger injury, while Justin Houston delivered a one-man show in a pulsating Week 12.

Nicholas McGee

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Weekend Kickoff: Playoff implications loom large on Thanksgiving

For the first time since 1935, each game played on Thanksgiving Day will feature teams with records of .500 or better.

Ron Clements

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Broncos QB Trevor Siemian reacts to rumor of Tony Romo taking his job

What does the young quarterback think about being replaced by a veteran?

Jordan Heck

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Semifinalists for 2017 Pro Football Hall of Fame class revealed

The Pro Football Hall of Fame trimmed its initial list of 94 nominees for the Class of 2017 to 26 on Wednesday.

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He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 10

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones won't give up on one of his troubled players while the Browns are hoping to welcome back their original 2016 QB.

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NFL Week 10 Local Headlines: Twinkle-toes Parks thanks ballet for PAT return

Week 10 of the NFL season delivered as nine of Sunday's games were decided by a score.

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The Blitz Read: Does anyone want to win the NFC South or North?

The NFC South was 1-3 on Sunday while the North teams were 0-3 as the Detroit Lions were on their bye.

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Falcons starting to make own fans nervous, bailed out by NFC South rivals

Atlanta lost in Philly but dodged a few bullets as New Orleans and Carolina blew opportunities Sunday.

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Broncos return blocked extra point to shock Saints

The Saints thought they had the game won … until the Broncos returned a blocked extra point for 2 points to claim an improbable victory.

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Saints' Kenny Vaccaro faces four-game suspension, will play against Broncos

Roman Harper would take Vaccaro's place in the starting lineup should he miss any time.

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Weekend Kickoff: Five reasons to watch the Browns-Ravens, seriously

Against an opponent the Browns know very well, they could get their first win. Do you really want to miss that?

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Pro Football Hall of Fame maintains stance of no rings, jackets for deceased enshrinees

The family of former Raiders quarterback Ken Stabler was upset it would not be presented with a ring and jacket for "The Snake."

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He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 9

There is a growing distrust of the NFL by players and Monday night's game did little to remedy that.

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Saints' Drew Brees says distrust of NFL a factor in lower ratings

Television ratings for the NFL are significantly down this year and the Saints quarterback has a theory as to why.

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The Blitz Read: Special teams on the uptick past the NFL midway point

Sunday was a special kind of day in the NFL. That was either a good thing or a bad thing, depending on the team.

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Broncos' Brandon Marshall ends protest of anthem, will stand for woman killed by police

The Broncos linebacker has decided to take a stand instead of continuing to kneel during "The Star Spangled Banner" before games.

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Derek Carr must overcome Broncos if he wants to remain in MVP conversation

Oakland's Derek Carr has not been good against Denver. That'll need to change Sunday.

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Wade Phillips in press box?

The defensive coordinator retains his sense of humor about the incident but also knows he doesn't want to get hit again.

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Weekend Kickoff: Bucs-Falcons start off division showdowns

We’re more than halfway through the season and nearly every division is still up for grabs.

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Broncos' T.J. Ward doesn't buy Raiders' receiving corps hype, says they're just 'good'

Amari Cooper and Michael Crabtree comprise on the NFL's best wide receivers tandems. But don't tell that to Broncos safety T.J. Ward.

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He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 8

Does the NFL have an officiating problem? The overwhelming response from coaches and players is yes.

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Wade Phillips: 'I get the big hit award for the week!'

The Broncos defensive coordinator is OK but should at least get a helmet sticker — if he had a helmet.

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NFL Week 8 Headlines: If you like to rip kickers, Josh Norman says 'you suck'

Kickers came under fire again Sunday after some big misses, while the Bengals and Redskins traveled to London for a tie.

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Happy Halloween: Broncos' Derek Wolfe would eat your children

Derek Wolfe's relationship with Philip Rivers hasn't been the same since he threatened to eat Rivers' children.

Jordan Heck

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The Blitz Read: Tom Brady, Matt Ryan, Derek Carr top list of early MVP candidates

Several of the league's top quarterbacks led their respective teams to big victories on Sunday.

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C.J. Anderson's knee surgery 'a super success' but return unclear

If the Broncos place Anderson on injured reserve, he will be out of game action a minimum of eight weeks, under NFL rules.

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UPDATE: C.J. Anderson to undergo knee surgery, reports say, could be headed to IR

The Broncos running back's status had been up in the air, but now it appears he has more than the bone bruise originally diagnosed.

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NFL Weekend Kickoff: Games have been bad, sure, but they’ve been close

A near-record number of games through the first seven weeks have been decided by seven points or fewer.

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Texans' Derek Newton faces long road to recovery from torn tendons

Newton spent the night in a Denver hospital after tearing both patellar tendons in his knees during the first quarter of Monday's game.

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DeMarcus Ware’s house robbed during Broncos game

Luckily for Ware, he has security cameras in his home that should make this an easy case for local police.

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Fan dies after fall at Broncos-Texans game

A fan toppled over a railing at Sports Authority Field at Mile High after Monday night's game in Denver.

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Aqib Talib on Brock Osweiler: John Elway saved Broncos 'a bunch of money'

Aqib Talib is happy John Elway didn't bring back Brock Osweiler.

Jordan Heck

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Fan falls from ‘severe height’ at Broncos’ stadium after Texans game

The individual reportedly suffered serious injuries after what reportedly was a fall from 30-50 feet.

Bob Hille

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He Said What?! Best Week 7 quotes

Following their respective Week 7 games, several NFL players and coaches took some time for self-reflection.

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Broncos badger Brock Osweiler

The Texans quarterback struggled mightily against Denver's top-ranked pass defense in a 27-9 Broncos victory at Mile High.

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NFL announces Pro Bowl captains

Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis will join future Hall of Famers Ray Lewis, Tony Gonzalez and Charles Woodson at the 2017 Pro Bowl.

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Arian Foster announces retirement

Arian Foster was a four-time Pro Bowler and led the NFL in rushing in 2010. He's calling it a career after eight seasons.

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Randy Moss outshines former NFL players in field-goal contest

Following Sunday night's overtime debacle between the Seattle Seahawks and Arizona Cardinals, ESPN put its former NFL players to the test.

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DraftKings, Josh Norman pull NSFW prank on Emmanuel Sanders

Emmanuel Sanders thought he was going to be in on a prank of a random focus group. But he had it all wrong.

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Brock Osweiler on former Broncos teammates: 'It sounds like they miss me'

Osweiler, who led the Texans to a come-from-behind win against the Colts last week, faces Denver on Monday.

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NFL Weekend Kickoff: Can Packers rekindle Lambeau mystique?

London’s Twickenham Stadium will host an NFL game for the first time with the Giants and Rams facing off at the famed rugby venue.

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