During Denver’s 30‑16 win over Arizona on Oct. 24, longtime Broncos broadcaster Dave Logan highlighted an unprecedented sea of orange in State Farm Stadium’s lower bowl, noting it was the most visiting‑team fan presence he’s ever seen. The sight underscores the Cardinals’ 10‑game home losing streak, even as the franchise honored Larry Fitzgerald with a Hall of Fame ring, Ring of Honor induction, and jersey retirement. The overwhelming Broncos fan turnout raises questions for Arizona ownership about rebuilding fan confidence and restoring a true home atmosphere.
The AFC West is a two‑team race as the Kansas City Chiefs (5‑1, 3‑0 in the division) host the Denver Broncos (5‑2, 1‑1 AFC West) Sunday at 2:25 p.m. MT. Denver, fresh off a 30‑16 win over Arizona and riding a three‑game streak, enters as 1.5‑point underdogs with +155 odds, while the Chiefs remain -189 favorites to win the division. Meanwhile, the Raiders (3‑4) and winless Chargers (0‑6) tumble in the standings, each listed as long‑shot division contenders at +2,800 and +15,000 respectively. The preview highlights recent results, betting lines, and each team’s spread performance heading into the showdown.
The Broncos will reportedly wait to give Bo Nix a second contract, and the New England Patriots should take a drastically different approach with Drake Maye.
The NFLSU Week 7 Report Card breaks down every NFL game through the lens of former Tigers, assigning grades to each matchup. Highlights include the Bengals’ 35‑13 blowout over the Ravens (Joe Burrow’s 292 yards, 4 TDs) earning an A, the Browns’ 27‑24 win over the Titans and the Giants’ OT victory at 27‑21 both landing B‑ grades, and several teams with former Tigers earning low marks, such as the Broncos (D+) and Lions (F). Overall, the week receives a solid B grade.
The Denver Broncos sit 5-2 after a grueling six‑game start, highlighted by a recent win over the Arizona Cardinals. In the Week 7 mailbag, the blog addresses fan questions about the offensive line—specifically Ben Powers' post‑Lisfranc struggles and the decision to keep the current O‑line group—while noting the re‑signing of Alex Palczewski and speculation about adding Quenton Nelson. Running back usage is dissected, with Jonah Coleman seeing a career‑high 30 snaps and RJ Harvey emerging as a key explosive threat. Defensively, the discussion centers on cornerback Kris Abrams‑Draine’s impact and the priority of extending Ja’Quan McMillian over Riley Moss. Updates on injuries include Jaylen Waddle’s status and the tentative return of P.J. Sullivan and Da’Vonte Hufanga.
Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season saw the Las Vegas Raiders flop once again, but it was the same story for their AFC West foe Chiefs. The Broncos are surging again.
The Philadelphia Eagles, likely sellers at the Nov. 10 trade deadline, are weighing a Saquon Barkley deal. Sportsnaut outlines five clubs that could benefit from the 26‑year‑old’s 5.7‑yards‑per‑carry season: the Seattle Seahawks need a versatile back to boost a 23rd‑ranked rushing attack; the Houston Texans could pair Barkley with MVP‑caliber C.J. Stroud to balance an anemic ground game; the Minnesota Vikings would add a powerhouse to a struggling offense despite a strong defense; the Denver Broncos might use Barkley to relieve rookie Jonah Coleman and relieve Bo Nix; and the Cincinnati Bengals could complement Joe Burrow’s passing surge. Each scenario examines fit, offensive line quality, and potential draft‑pick returns.
The Denver Broncos' defense, still smarting from a Week 1 defeat to the Kansas City Chiefs, may adopt the Seattle Seahawks' nickel‑and‑dime heavy approach to neutralize the Chiefs' ground attack. By mirroring the Seahawks' strategy that limited Kenneth Walker, the Broncos aim to choke Kansas City’s run game and bounce back in the early season.
Alex Singleton tops the NFL with 87 tackles, outpacing the next best—49ers' Fred Warner at 71—through week 9 of the 2026 season. The Broncos inside linebacker, who’s led Denver in tackles three of his four years despite a 2024 knee injury and a 2025 bout with testicular cancer, posted a career‑high 19‑tackle effort (12 solo) against the Cardinals last week, including two QB hits on Jacoby Brissett. While Singleton’s consistency fuels Denver’s defense, the unit still trails with 54 missed tackles (PFF lists 93). The Broncos (5‑2) face the Chiefs (5‑1) on Nov 1, a critical AFC West showdown.
Super Bowl 50 champion T.J. Ward joins Emmanuel Acho and LeSean McCoy as a full‑time co‑host on the digital show “Speakeasy.” The program, which launched in September 2025 after FS1 cut its timeslot, now adds the former Cleveland Browns and Denver Broncos safety to its lineup. Ward, known for his key interception and fumble recovery in the Super Bowl, says he’s eager to bring his perspective to weekly fan discussions. “Speakeasy” streams live on YouTube Sunday‑Thursday at 11:15 p.m. ET and has recently added an afternoon pre‑game edition.
Week 7 AFC report cards reveal a mixed bag: the Broncos (A) dominate the Cardinals, while the Chiefs slip to D+ after a Seattle loss. The Bengals earn an A+ with a comeback win over the Ravens, who fall to D+. The Patriots sit at B‑, the Jets at C‑, and the Dolphins secure an A after beating New York. In the AFC South, the Titans earn B‑, the Colts D+, and the Texans C+. Bye weeks give the Bills, Chargers and Jaguars a reset. Grades highlight surprise victories and disappointing defeats across the conference.
Gridiron Experts highlights the top Week 8 waiver‑wire pickups as the season’s injury bounce‑backs reshape lineups. Quarterback Geno Smith (Jets) returns as a solid Superflex/2QB streaming option after a 3‑TD, 287‑yard effort versus Miami, while Miami’s Malik Willis offers upside with his rushing floor despite a tough New England matchup. Running backs Bam Knight (Cardinals) and Jonah Coleman (Broncos) earn flex and RB3 value respectively, with Knight poised for a favorable Dallas clash and Coleman emerging as Denver’s primary back. San Francisco’s Kaelon Black is a cheap handcuff stash behind McCaffrey, and rookie WR Omar Cooper Jr. (Jets) is the must‑add WR3 after two 100‑yard, touchdown weeks. These picks provide low‑risk upgrades as bye weeks mount.
Broncos running back Jonah Coleman is a top-tier waiver-wire addition in Week 8, while veteran receivers like Chris Godwin are rapidly losing their fantasy value.
Marvin Mims Jr. broke out Sunday, and Sean Payton said the Broncos must get him the football more often. But can they?
Looking for the top Week 8 fantasy football waiver wire pickups? Jonah Coleman and Omar Cooper Jr. stand out as priority targets after encouraging Week 7 performances. Coleman led Denver’s backfield in snaps in his return from injured reserve, while ... read more »
The Denver Broncos head to Empower Field for a Week 2 clash with the Kansas City Chiefs after a 31-10 loss at Arrowhead. Coach Sean Payton downplays the rivalry, saying NFL divisional games aren't the same as storied college matchups like Auburn‑Alabama. He emphasizes the importance of division games but dismisses the notion of a special "rivalry week." The Chiefs lead the all‑time series 74‑59 and hold a 16‑game winning streak (2015‑2023). Key Broncos—Zach Allen, Talanoa Hufanga, Patrick Surtain II, and Jaylen Waddle—are questionable for Sunday.
Thursday Night Football hit a new Prime Video peak in Week 7 as the Patriots defeated the Bears, drawing an average 19.86 million viewers and a 21.72 million peak during the 9 PM ET slot. The game ranks as the most-watched TNF episode since the Broncos‑Chiefs Christmas clash (21.06 M) and beats the prior Week 7 record of 17.12 M set by the Seahawks‑49ers in 2015. All six TNF broadcasts on Prime this season have set multi‑year highs, lifting the series average to 17.71 M—up 12% from last year and the best average through Week 7 on record.
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Jalen Brooks is out for the rest of the season after emergency wrist surgery. The 26‑year‑old, who stepped into a larger role after the trade of Marv Harrison, suffered the injury late in a game against the Denver Broncos on Oct. 25, where he broke a 35‑yard run to the one‑yard line. Brooks posted on Instagram that he’s done for the year, leaving the Cardinals’ receiver room to rely on Simi Fehoko, rookie Reggie Virgil and Devin Duvernay. He finished the season with five catches for 81 yards in seven games.
Arizona Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur says rookie quarterback Carson Beck will undergo a workout on Tuesday to assess his back injury before deciding his role. Beck missed practice after back spasms on Thursday and was inactive for the 30-16 loss to Denver on Sunday, leaving Jacoby Brissett as starter. LaFleur won’t comment on any role changes until the workout’s results are known, aiming to let Beck’s health dictate his next steps as the Cardinals try to rebound from a 2-5 start.
Quarterback Bo Nix propels the Denver Broncos to a 5-2 start with a historic performance against the Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 26, 2026. He becomes only the fifth NFL QB ever — and the first on the road since 1938 — to record a 50‑plus‑yard rushing touchdown (62 yards) and a 50‑plus‑yard passing touchdown (52 yards) in the same game, helping Denver secure the win. The feat follows a tied 6‑6 first half and sets up Nix for a pivotal matchup in Week 8 versus the Kansas City Chiefs, a game that could decide the AFC West lead.
ESPN's Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport pointed out the Packers, Seahawks, Broncos and Vikings as potential landing spots for Jonathan Taylor
The Philadelphia Eagles, now 2-4 after Jalen Hurts' season-ending blood‑clot issues, are weighing a trade for star running back Saquon Barkley. A proposed deal would send Barkley to the Denver Broncos for J.K. Dobbins, a 2027 second‑round pick and a 2027 fifth‑round pick. While Denver, fresh off a 30‑16 win over Arizona, hopes Barkley can boost Sean Payton’s offense, the trade raises salary‑cap concerns given Barkley's $41.2 million extension through 2028. The Eagles would gain draft capital and a cheaper back, but must absorb contract penalties. The article breaks down the financial and roster implications for both clubs.
The Denver Broncos beat the Arizona Cardinals 30-16 in Week 7, moving to 5-2 ahead of a showdown with the Chiefs. Quarterback Bo Nix sparked the win with 222 passing yards, a TD, and a 62-yard rushing TD — the longest by an NFL QB since 2022 — boosting his stock. Linebacker Alex Singleton led the defense with 19 tackles and a sack, while backup RB Jonah Coleman delivered 54 rushing yards on six carries. Conversely, J.K. Dobbins, tight end Evan Engram and receiver Troy Franklin saw their value dip due to limited production. The article breaks down each player's stock impact after the game.
Waiver‑wire addition Bam Knight shines in Arizona’s 30‑16 loss to Denver, handling 43 of the Cardinals’ 53% offensive snaps. He logged 48 rushing yards on seven carries and caught three passes for 15 yards, out‑producing fellow back Tyler Allgeier despite fewer touches. Over the past two games Knight has amassed 161 yards from scrimmage on 27 touches, a big jump from only three carries early in the season. With Jeremiah Love still sidelined by an ankle injury, Knight’s expanded role makes him a tempting flex pick in 12‑team PPR leagues, especially against a Dallas defense that’s allowed 899 rushing yards in six games.
The Kansas City Chiefs stumble 20-3 to the Seattle Seahawks, sparking a flood of criticism from Arrowhead Pride fans ahead of their upcoming clash with the Denver Broncos. A community poll highlights offensive tackles and wide receivers as the most worrisome units, with many commenters blaming the lack of a true WR2 and injuries to players like Skyy Rice and the Thornton line. Social‑media reactions range from calls to trade GM Brett Veach to cutting kicker Harrison Butker. The article compiles these heated takes, illustrating the growing doubts about a 5‑1 Chiefs squad poised for a pivotal weekend showdown.