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FILE - Denver Broncos new starting quarterback Russell Wilson, center, is flanked by coach Nathaniel Hackett, right, and general manager George Paton after a news conference March 16, 2022, in Englewood, Colo. Hackett said there's never “too high of a price on anybody that’s great" — especially when it comes to quarterbacks. Denver had been dealing with a revolving door of mediocrity at the most important position ever since Peyton Manning retired seven years ago but now has Wilson in place. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
Broncos lack a first-round draft pick and they don't care

By Arnie Stapleton Apr. 22, 2022 03:27 PM EDT

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson doffs his hat as he heads to the mound to throw out the first pitch during ceremonies to mark the regular-season home opener in a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers Friday, April 8, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Broncos gave up high picks for Wilson but still have 9 left

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 01:23 PM EDT

FILE - Dallas Cowboys defensive end Randy Gregory (94) plays in an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Thursday, Sept 9, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. The Denver Broncos and defensive end Randy Gregory have agreed on a $70 million, five-year contract that will prevent the Dallas Cowboys from keeping one of their top targets in free agency, a person with knowledge of the deal said Tuesday, March 15, 2022. (AP Photo/Don Montague, File)
Paton: Broncos convinced Gregory's troubles are behind him

By Arnie Stapleton Mar. 18, 2022 09:06 PM EDT

FILE -Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson passes against the Detroit Lions during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Seattle. The Seattle Seahawks have agreed to trade nine-time Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson to the Denver Broncos for a massive haul of draft picks and players, two people familiar with the negotiations confirmed to The Associated Press on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. The people spoke on condition of anonymity because the blockbuster trade, which is pending Wilson passing a physical, can't become official until the start of the new league year on March 16. (AP Photo/John Froschauer, File)
Broncos have their QB, now they need to beef up both lines

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 03:10 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) celebrates after a rushing touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Chargers 1/2/2022

Jan. 02, 2022 04:43 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) warms up before an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Denver Broncos at Las Vegas Raiders 12/26/2021

Dec. 26, 2021 04:19 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) throws against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Broncos return to Lock with Bridgewater out with concussion

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 22, 2021 04:40 PM EST

FILE - Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas reacts after making a catch during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the New York Giants on Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. Thomas, who eared five straight Pro Bowls and a Super Bowl ring during a prolific receiving career spent mostly with the Broncos, has died at the age of 33. Thomas was found dead in his suburban Atlanta home Thursday night, Dec. 9, 2021, said Officer Tim Lupo, public information officer for the police department in Roswell, Ga. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Broncos activate Bryce Callahan, will honor Demaryius Thomas

Dec. 11, 2021 05:26 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

Broncos return favor in grabbing rookie back from Eagles

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 10, 2021 09:22 PM EST
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos host the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday but the games have already begun. Two months after losing...

Denver Broncos cornerback Mike Ford, left, defends as Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) looks for running room in the second half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Broncos beat Cowboys 30-16 as 6-game Dallas win streak ends

By Schuyler Dixon Nov. 07, 2021 04:20 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed (38) celebrates after intercepting a pass as teammate Charvarius Ward (35) watches during the second half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
The Latest: Week 9 marquee matchup: Titans-Rams minus Miller

By The Associated Press Nov. 07, 2021 11:15 AM EST

Injured Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, center, stands on the field before an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Prescott plans to start as Cowboys face post-Miller Broncos

By Schuyler Dixon Nov. 04, 2021 07:14 PM EDT

Injured Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, center, stands on the field before an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Prescott set to return as Cowboys face Miller-less Broncos

By The Associated Press Nov. 04, 2021 01:38 PM EDT

Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller stops to talk to reporters outside the Denver Broncos headquarters after he was traded to the Los Angeles Rams for two draft picks before the NFL football trade deadline, Monday, Nov. 1, 2021, in Englewood, Colo. (AP Photo/Pat Graham)
Broncos move on after amicable divorce with Von Miller

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 03, 2021 05:30 PM EDT

FILE - Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) plays against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Denver. A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press, Monday, Nov. 1, 2021, that the Denver Broncos have agreed to trade star linebacker Von Miller to the Los Angeles Rams for a pair of 2022 draft picks. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Miller bids final farewell to Broncos before heading to Rams

By Pat Graham Nov. 01, 2021 07:54 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger celebrates after the Steelers defeated the Cleveland Browns 15-10 in an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
NFL Today, Week 8

By The Associated Press Oct. 31, 2021 09:07 PM EDT

Peyton Manning speaks after being inducted into the Denver Broncos Ring of Honor prior to an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Washington Football Team at Denver Broncos 10/31/2021

Oct. 31, 2021 03:29 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger warms up before an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Denver Broncos at Pittsburgh Steelers 10/10/2021

Oct. 10, 2021 12:47 PM EDT

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Baltimore Ravens at Denver Broncos 10/3/2021

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