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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan speaks during a news conference after the NFL Super Bowl 54 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Shanahan should have heeded Belichick's Fangio blueprint

Arnie Stapleton Feb. 04, 2020 02:41 AM EST

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr reacts after missing a two-point attempt during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Carr sees promise ahead as Raiders miss playoffs yet again

By Pat Graham Dec. 29, 2019 10:37 PM EST

Oakland Raiders tight end Darren Waller (83) runs with the ball as Denver Broncos inside linebacker Todd Davis (51) defends during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Broncos beat Raiders 16-15 to keep rival from playoffs

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 29, 2019 08:12 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick celebrates his winning touchdown pass to Mike Gesicki in the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Dolphins stun Pats; Chiefs top Chargers to grab bye in AFC

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2019 05:58 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is brought down by Denver Broncos defensive end Shelby Harris, bottom, and linebacker Von Miller (58), during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Broncos hopeful after longest playoff drought for SB champ

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 25, 2019 06:40 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Drue Tranquill during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Rookie QB Lock leads Broncos after win in NFL debut

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 05, 2019 06:29 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019 file photo, Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) lines up against the Chicago Bears during the second half of an NFL football game in Denver. Star linebacker Von Miller says his sprained left MCL that ended his 95-game starting streak might sideline him again Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019 when the Denver Broncos visit the Houston Texans. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Von Miller says sprained MCL could keep him out vs Texans

Arnie Stapleton Dec. 05, 2019 03:56 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 18, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams, center, makes a catch as Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Charvarius Ward, left, and defensive back Rashad Fenton, right, defend, during the second half of an NFL football game, in Mexico City. Williams has five straight games with a reception over 40 yards and has made some dynamic catches for the Los Angeles Chargers. The only thing the third-year receiver hasn't done this season is find the end zone. (AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo, File)
Chargers' Williams emerges as deep threat, but no touchdowns

By Joe Reedy Dec. 04, 2019 07:03 PM EST

Denver Broncos kicker Brandon McManus (8) celebrates after kicking the game winning field goal against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
McManus furious he didn’t get shot at record field goal

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 03, 2019 02:21 AM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Denver. Denver Broncos won 23-20. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Chargers resisting youth movement despite 4-8 record

By Joe Reedy Dec. 02, 2019 07:27 PM EST

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton scores past Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Denver. This was Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock's first touchdown pass. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Broncos QB shuffle a tired tune in Denver

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 02, 2019 01:43 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Denver. Denver Broncos won 23-20. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Chargers follow familiar script, drop another close game

By Pat Graham Dec. 01, 2019 09:47 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff (16) throws against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
NFL Today, Week 13

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2019 09:36 PM EST

Denver Broncos kicker Brandon McManus (8) celebrates after kicking the game winning field goal against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
McManus’ 53-yard field goal lifts Denver past Chargers 23-20

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 01, 2019 07:59 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon celebrates after an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Gary Landers)
Bengals get first victory, knock off bungling Jets 22-6

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2019 05:31 PM EST

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton celebrates his touch down against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Denver.This was Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock's first touchdown pass. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Los Angeles Chargers at Denver Broncos 12/1/2019

Dec. 01, 2019 05:04 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff (16) throw against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
The Latest: Pats can clinch playoff berth by beating Texans

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2019 12:31 PM EST

Buffalo Bills defensive end Shaq Lawson (90) sacks Denver Broncos quarterback Brandon Allen (2) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Broncos QB questions not a `Lock’ yet after Allen struggles

By Mark Ludwiczak Nov. 24, 2019 07:35 PM EST

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Cole Beasley (10) make a catch on his way to score a touchdown against the Denver Broncos during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/John Munson)
Bills improve to 8-3 following 20-3 win over Broncos

By John Wawrow Nov. 24, 2019 04:34 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018 file photo, Tennessee Titans kicker Ryan Succop (4) kicks a 38-yard field goal against the Indianapolis Colts in the first half of an NFL football game in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans already have missed eight field goals through 10 games, matching their worst seasons of 2001 and 2004. It’s why they rank dead last in the NFL converting just 46.7 percent (7 of 15).(AP Photo/James Kenney, File)
Kickers making field goals at NFL’s worst rate since 2003

By Teresa M. Walker Nov. 19, 2019 05:58 PM EST