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FILE - Baltimore Ravens special teams coordinator and associate head coach Jerry Rosburg walks on the field during NFL football training camp in Owings Mills, Md., July 29, 2017. Several years after giving up his dream of ever becoming a head coach, Rosburg was asked to lead the Denver Broncos over the final two weeks of the season following Nathaniel Hackett's dismissal. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)
Jerry Rosburg gets his head coaching chance after 40 years

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 28, 2022 07:43 PM EST

Denver Broncos chief executive officer Greg Penner responds to a question during a news conference about the firing of head coach Nathaniel Hackett Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022, in Englewood, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Impatient Penner leads Broncos' wide-open search for coach

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 27, 2022 05:33 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay and Denver Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett leaves the field after an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio J. Sanchez)
Hackett out as Broncos coach after Wilson's awful game

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 26, 2022 05:49 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson is tackled by Carolina Panthers linebacker Frankie Luvu during the second half of an NFL football game between the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Broncos come to Russell Wilson's defense over latest insult

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 30, 2022 08:06 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams responds to a question during a news conference after an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Hackett hands off play-calling duties, Broncos still sputter

By Pat Graham Nov. 20, 2022 10:12 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams (17) dives for a touchdown as Indianapolis Colts safety Rodney McLeod Jr. (26) defends during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022 in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Matt York)
Raiders-Broncos game features similarly struggling teams

By The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2022 05:35 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) talks with head coach Nathaniel Hackett during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Just like Wilson, Rodgers had rough first year with Hackett

By Arnie Stapleton Oct. 13, 2022 06:11 PM EDT

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) walks out to greet teammates after a field goal during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Russell Wilson returns to practice 4 days after injection

By Arnie Stapleton Oct. 11, 2022 06:54 PM EDT

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) walks out to greet teammates after a field goal during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Wilson shoulders blame as Broncos fall 12-9 to Colts in OT

By Pat Graham Oct. 07, 2022 06:00 AM EDT

Denver Broncos offensive tackle Garett Bolles is carted off the field after an injury against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Colts grind out 12-9 win over Broncos in injury-filled game

By Arnie Stapleton Oct. 07, 2022 12:10 AM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Mack Hollins (10) celebrates after catching a touchdown pass against the Tennessee Titans late in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Raiders search for 1st win when hosting rival Broncos

By The Associated Press Sep. 29, 2022 03:44 PM EDT

FILE - Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) takes part in drills during the NFL team's practice at the Broncos' headquarters Monday, June 13, 2022, in Centennial, Colo. The Broncos have undergone a major makeover this offseason. It began with Nathaniel Hackett replacing Vic Fangio as head coach and continued with the acquisition of star quarterback Russell Wilson from the Seahawks in exchange for a bevy of players and draft picks. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
Denver Broncos feature new QB, new coach and new ownership

By The Associated Press Jul. 15, 2022 10:21 AM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes looks to throw during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Chiefs big favorite to beat Broncos for 13th straight time

By The Associated Press Jan. 06, 2022 01:37 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

Denver Broncos tight end Noah Fant reaches for the pylon but fails to score during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong )
Broncos have never fixed their shortcomings under Vic Fangio

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 03, 2022 04:25 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) catches a pass for an 18-yard touchdown as Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Charvarius Ward (35) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
NFL Today, Week 17

By The Associated Press Jan. 02, 2022 09:29 PM EST

Tennessee Titans tight end MyCole Pruitt (85) is attended to after being injured in the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Bobby Wagner hurt in possible home finale with Seahawks

By The Associated Press Jan. 02, 2022 08:29 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (81) catches a touchdown in front of Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Herbert, Roberts propel Chargers back into playoff position

By Joe Reedy Jan. 02, 2022 07:15 PM EST

Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon (25) celebrates after running back Javonte Williams (33) scored a touchdown against the Detroit Lions during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Bengals, Broncos have ground games geared for playoff run

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 16, 2021 06:57 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed (38) is chased by Dallas Cowboys tight end Dalton Schultz (86) after catching an interception late in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won 19-9. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs seeking 12th straight win over Broncos on Sunday

By The Associated Press Dec. 02, 2021 01:25 PM EST