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Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons watches during the second half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Denver. The Bengals won 15-10. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Broncos GM Paton begins search for Fangio's replacement

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 10, 2022 05:04 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock looks to pass against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of an NFL football game Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Kansas City Chiefs at Denver Broncos 1/9/2022

Jan. 08, 2022 04:41 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock stands on the bench in the closing minutes of a loss to the Los Angeles Chargers during an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Broncos' Drew Lock focuses on Chiefs, not on his future

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 05, 2022 07:37 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) fumbles the ball as he is tackled by Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald (99) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Minneapolis. The Rams won 30-23. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings lose Cousins to COVID list before game vs. Packers

By Dave Campbell Dec. 31, 2021 11:50 AM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) hands the ball off to running back Melvin Gordon (25) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
AFC West rivals Chargers, Broncos face must-win situations

By Joe Reedy Dec. 30, 2021 07:13 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard (53) celebrates along with teammates Kenny Moore II (23) and Khari Willis after intercepting a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Colts' Leonard off virus list, ready to face Raiders

By The Associated Press Dec. 30, 2021 01:53 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders defensive back Keisean Nixon (22) tackles Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Lock preparing for another start with Bridgewater still out

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 29, 2021 05:25 PM EST

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh works the sidelines during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Saleh rejoins Jets after clearing COVID-19 protocols

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 29, 2021 12:02 PM EST

FILE - Denver Broncos kicker Brandon McManus (8) kicks a field goal against the Detroit Lions during an NFL football game on Dec. 12, 2021, in Denver. Not to seem ungrateful, but McManus isn't sure he deserves his AFC special teams player of the week award for kicking five extra points and a 52-yard field goal in the Denver Broncos' blowout of the Detroit Lions. “Obviously I appreciate the award and I was able to honor Demaryius wearing my cleats,” added McManus, who honored the memory of former teammate Demaryius Thomas, who death last week at age 33 rocked the NFL. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
McManus grateful for AFC honor but isn't sure he deserves it

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 15, 2021 05:48 PM EST

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams, right, runs past Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed (38) on his way to a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Broncos back in last place after another meltdown vs Chiefs

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 06, 2021 01:43 PM EST

Denver Broncos' Diontae Spencer (11) fumbles a punt return as he is hit by teammate Caden Sterns (30) and Kansas City Chiefs' Byron Pringle (13) watches during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. Pringle recovered the fumble. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Broncos gamble, lose to Chiefs, fall 2 back in division

By Dave Skretta Dec. 05, 2021 11:28 PM EST

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams runs with the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs keep AFC West lead with 22-9 victory over Broncos

By Dave Skretta Dec. 05, 2021 11:24 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is congratulated by teammate Darrel Williams (31) after scoring on a touchdown run during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Denver Broncos at Kansas City Chiefs 12/5/2021

Dec. 05, 2021 08:47 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones celebrates a 19-9 victory over the Dallas Cowboys in an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Chiefs aim for 12th straight vs Broncos in AFC West showdown

By Dave Skretta Dec. 02, 2021 02:01 PM EST

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams (33) celebrates his touchdown run against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Can Broncos' great rookie class help them end Chiefs' spell?

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 29, 2021 05:46 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) dives into the end zone for a touchdown as Denver Broncos inside linebacker Kenny Young (41) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Surtain's pair of picks leads Broncos past Chargers 28-13

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 28, 2021 07:33 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Los Angeles Chargers at Denver Broncos 11/28/2021

Nov. 28, 2021 03:27 PM EST

Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons (31) talks with head coach Vic Fangio during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team , Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Staley eager to see his mentor and his star pupil in Denver

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 26, 2021 04:30 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) throws a pass under pressure from Dallas Cowboys defensive end Randy Gregory in the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman)
Broncos go for sweep of NFC East teams with Eagles up next

By The Associated Press Nov. 11, 2021 02:11 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott warms up before an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Denver Broncos at Dallas Cowboys 11/7/2021

Nov. 07, 2021 12:33 PM EST