PAT GRAHAM
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
Drew Lock insisted the ribs were just fine. His confidence, too.

Denver Broncos wide receiver K.J. Hamler (13) celebrates his game-tying touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Denver. The Broncos won 31-30. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Another close call: Chargers lose big lead, fall to Broncos

By Pat Graham Nov. 01, 2020 10:19 PM EST
DENVER (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers coach Anthony Lynn pointed toward the

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton, right, passes under pressure from Denver Broncos linebacker Malik Reed (59) in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Reed & React: Broncos OLB steps in again, makes most of shot

By Pat Graham Oct. 29, 2020 06:36 PM EDT
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Malik Reed isn’t trying to be Von Miller. He’s simply

Kansas City Chiefs free safety Daniel Sorensen runs for a touchdown after an interception during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Cold feat: Chiefs force 4 turnovers, beat Broncos 43-16

By Pat Graham Oct. 25, 2020 10:36 PM EDT
DENVER (AP) — Now this was a cool celebration: Tyrann Mathieu slid into a patch

Denver Broncos place kicker Brandon McManus (8) follows through on one of his six field goals against the New England Patriots in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
McMoney McManus: Broncos kicker nice safety net for offense

By Pat Graham Oct. 20, 2020 05:59 PM EDT
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Brandon McManus and his powerful right leg were benched

Denver Broncos outside linebacker Bradley Chubb, right, looks over the line as Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady, left, starts a play during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Driskel benched, Broncos fall to 0-3 after loss to Bucs

By Pat Graham Sep. 27, 2020 09:59 PM EDT
DENVER (AP) — Jeff Driskel benched. Early punt blocked. Defense Tom Brady-ied.

FILE - In this Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019 file photo,Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback A.J. Bouye (21) on the field during an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Jacksonville, Fla. Newly acquired cornerback A.J. Bouye learned quite a bit from Chris Harris Jr. He will now be stepping in for the Denver Broncos defensive back. Bouye was acquired in a recent deal with Jacksonville. (AP Photo/Perry Knotts, File)
Cornerback A.J. Bouye takes place of his mentor in Denver

By Pat Graham Mar. 18, 2020 08:20 PM EDT
DENVER (AP) — A.J. Bouye credits his mentor for helping improve his footwork.

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019 file photo, Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller reacts before an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders in Denver. Miller's read on the Super Bowl is this: Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs will be a handful. The Broncos Pro Bowl pass rusher knows that from first-hand experience. But he's predicting a San Francisco 49ers win.(AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Miller believes in Lock, goes back to basics to sack Mahomes

By Pat Graham Jan. 25, 2020 02:12 PM EST
DENVER (AP) — Take the word of a Pro Bowl pass rusher who's expended a lot of

Oregon's Sabrina Ionescu, left, is congratulated by head women coach Kelly Graves and others on the bench after recording her 21st career triple double in an NCAA college basketball game against Kansas State in Eugene, Ore., Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Chris Pietsch)
Name dropping: A few up-and-comers who may make mark in '20

By Pat Graham Dec. 31, 2019 12:08 PM EST
Some are already on the ascent (rock climber Brooke Raboutou). Others are

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
DENVER (AP) — Here's a safe bet Derek Carr's willing to make: The Oakland

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) throws against the Detroit Lions during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Offensive line dance: Broncos shuffling around linemen

By Pat Graham Dec. 24, 2019 06:45 PM EST
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos needed a lift at right tackle.

Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio looks over his play chart during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Locked in: Solid praise for Broncos rookie quarterback

By Pat Graham Dec. 23, 2019 06:14 PM EST
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The praise of rookie quarterback Drew Lock wasn't

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) breaks free from the grasp of Detroit Lions linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin (44) for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Lock, Lindsay lead Broncos to 27-17 win over reeling Lions

By Pat Graham Dec. 22, 2019 07:15 PM EST
DENVER (AP) — By his own critique, Drew Lock's celebratory shuffle dance was

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) makes a touchdown catch in front of Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Cover story: Harris doesn't feel play merits Pro Bowl spot

By Pat Graham Dec. 17, 2019 05:57 PM EST
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The always confident Chris Harris Jr. has been down on

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
DENVER (AP) — The officials ran past a bewildered Philip Rivers, who appeared

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver (91) pulls down Denver Broncos quarterback Brandon Allen (2) into the end zone for a sack during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/John Munson)
Drew Lock’s status remains prime topic with Broncos

By Pat Graham Nov. 26, 2019 04:51 PM EST
DENVER (AP) — The “Drew Lock” dilemma hangs over the Denver Broncos like the

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) is sacked by Denver Broncos defensive tackle Shelby Harris (96) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Food for thought: Broncos rehash recent loss over team meal

By Pat Graham Nov. 19, 2019 06:17 PM EST
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — On the plane ride home, the Denver Broncos struggled to

The Los Angeles Chargers warm up before the start of their high altitude practice at the Falcons Stadium at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019. The Chargers arrived in Colorado Springs on Monday and will spend the week practicing at the higher altitude at the Air Force Academy in preparation for Mexico City in next weeks' game against the Kansas City Chiefs. (Chancey Bush/The Gazette via AP)
Chargers elevate game by practicing at Air Force Academy

By Pat Graham Nov. 12, 2019 07:33 PM EST
AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AP) — The things Los Angeles Chargers running back

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (30) runs as Cleveland Browns linebacker Mack Wilson (51) pursues during the first half of NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Broncos likely to start Allen after bye _ maybe not for long

By Pat Graham Nov. 07, 2019 01:35 PM EST
DENVER (AP) — Brandon Allen's first start for the Denver Broncos nearly rivaled

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) runs after the catch against the Denver Broncos during the second half of NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Broncos, NFL kick OBJ and Browns while they're down

By Pat Graham Nov. 03, 2019 10:59 PM EST
DENVER (AP) — Odell Beckham Jr. is fit to be tied — over a controversy with his