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Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) celebrates after an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Denver. The Broncos won 20-13. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Fangio's patience with Lock pays off in big win for Broncos

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 23, 2020 05:16 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) looks to throw against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Drew Lock gets start at QB for Broncos vs. Dolphins

By The Associated Press Nov. 22, 2020 12:14 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons free safety Ricardo Allen (37) intercepts the pass behind Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Broncos rookie receivers a bright spot in difficult season

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 19, 2020 06:43 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) looks to throw against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Tagovailoa seeks only second 4-0 start by rookie in 40 years

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 19, 2020 05:45 PM EST

Tagovailoa can become 2nd QB in 40 years to start out 4-0

By The Associated Press Nov. 19, 2020 12:34 PM EST
MIAMI (6-3) at DENVER (3-6) Sunday, 4:05 p.m. ET, CBS OPENING LINE — Miami by 3 RECORD VS. SPREAD ...

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) sacks Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Lock misses practice, Rypien might get second career start

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 18, 2020 06:25 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Nelson Agholor (15) misses a pass while covered by Denver Broncos cornerback Bryce Callahan (29) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Broncos are 3-6 for fourth consecutive year, Drew Lock hurt

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 16, 2020 05:35 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) looks to throw against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Fangio: Drew Lock's bruised ribs might sideline him Sunday

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 16, 2020 03:39 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) sacks Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Off-target: Lock throws 4 picks, Broncos routed by Raiders

By Pat Graham Nov. 15, 2020 09:43 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 27, 2020, file photo, Denver Broncos wide receiver Tim Patrick runs for a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during an NFL football game in Denver. Heading into Sunday's game against Kansas City (5-1), Patrick leads the Broncos (2-3) with 20 receptions for 310 yards and two touchdowns. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Patrick has emerged as Broncos' top target with Sutton out

By Arnie Stapleton Oct. 23, 2020 04:45 PM EDT

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock warms up before taking part in drills during an NFL football practice Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020, at the team's headquarters in Englewood, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
During recovery Lock studied QBs who avoid sacks, injuries

By Arnie Stapleton Oct. 15, 2020 05:37 PM EDT

Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio talks to officials during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J.Maybe the third time will actually bring a kickoff between for the Denver Broncos and New England Patriots. After having their original Week 5 matchup twice postponed because of a mini outbreak of coronavirus cases on the Patriots that saw four players including quarterback Cam Newton and reigning Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore test positive, the teams are hopeful they will finally meet this week. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Patriots, Broncos try again to play twice postponed game

By Kyle Hightower Oct. 15, 2020 05:23 PM EDT

Patriots hope to extend recent success at home vs. Broncos

By The Associated Press Oct. 15, 2020 11:41 AM EDT
DENVER (1-3) at NEW ENGLAND (2-2) Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS OPENING LINE — Patriots by 10 RECORD VS....

Injured Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay takes part in drills during NFL football practice Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020, in Englewood, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Lindsay: juggling, uncertainty just part of 2020 NFL season

By Arnie Stapleton Oct. 10, 2020 04:17 PM EDT

Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio walks the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020. The Broncos play the New England Patriots on Sunday, Oct. 11. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Fangio: We all knew NFL season would be jumbled by COVID-19

By Arnie Stapleton Oct. 09, 2020 02:27 PM EDT

Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio walks the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020. The Broncos play the New England Patriots on Sunday, Oct. 11. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Pats prepare to host Broncos in shadow of positive tests

By Kyle Hightower Oct. 08, 2020 04:52 PM EDT

Patriots look to continue recent success at home vs. Broncos

By The Associated Press Oct. 08, 2020 02:18 PM EDT
DENVER (1-3) at NEW ENGLAND (2-2) Monday, 5 p.m. EDT, ESPN OPENING LINE — Patriots by 10 RECORD VS....

Denver Broncos' A.J. Johnson (45) and Josey Jewell (47) sack New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) during the second half of an NFL football game Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Gase insists 'fracturing is not an option' for winless Jets

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Oct. 02, 2020 05:11 PM EDT

Denver Broncos outside linebacker Bradley Chubb (55) pressures New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) during the first half of an NFL football game Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Broncos' Bradley Chubb finally finds pre-injury form, sacks

By Arnie Stapleton Oct. 02, 2020 03:42 PM EDT

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) breaks a tackle attempt by Denver Broncos' Justin Simmons (31) as he rushes for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Broncos top winless Jets 37-28 for first victory of season

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Oct. 02, 2020 12:07 AM EDT