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Denver Broncos quarterback Brett Rypien (4) throws against the Minnesota Vikings during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Brett Rypien surprise winner as Russell Wilson's backup

By Arnie Stapleton Sep. 01, 2022 02:02 AM EDT

Denver Broncos linebacker Malik Reed (59) battles Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Broncos waive veteran backup QB, trade Reed to Steelers

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 30, 2022 06:43 PM EDT

Denver Broncos linebacker Baron Browning (56) runs a fumble in for a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Browning's fumble return TD helps Broncos beat Vikings 23-13

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 28, 2022 12:19 AM EDT

Denver Broncos' Stevie Scott, left, tries to avoid a tackle by Buffalo Bills' Jaquan Johnson during the first half of a preseason NFL football game, Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
Hackett 'sorry' for Broncos' preseason performance vs Bills

By Pat Graham Aug. 22, 2022 06:59 PM EDT

Denver Broncos linebacker Baron Browning (56) tackles Dallas Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush (10) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Journeyman Johnson leads Broncos' backups past Cowboys 17-7

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 14, 2022 12:09 AM EDT

From left to right, Denver Broncos quarterbacks Brett Rypien, Russell Wilson and Josh Johnson look on during the NFL football team's training camp Saturday, July 30, 2022, in Centennial, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Johnson contends for backup job in Denver, his 14th NFL team

By Pat Graham Aug. 11, 2022 03:15 PM EDT

Denver Broncos wide receiver Darrius Shepherd takes part in drills during the NFL football team's training camp Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022, at the Broncos' headquarters in Centennial, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Broncos sign WR Shepherd to fill Patrick's roster spot

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 04, 2022 11:57 AM 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

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

Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Wednesday, March 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Ravens could use help on defense after injury-plagued season

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 04:14 PM EST

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson, left, looks to throw during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Munson)
Busy, crucial offseason begins for Jets' Zach Wilson

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 11, 2022 06:33 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews, center, is hit by Pittsburgh Steelers safety Terrell Edmunds (34) as cornerback Joe Haden (23) looks on during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Injury-plagued Ravens couldn't hold on after strong start

By Noah Trister Jan. 10, 2022 05:46 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' William Gholston, bottom, tackles New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson as he throws the ball during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Wilson's solid finish to rookie season is promising for Jets

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 03, 2022 05:07 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens' Mark Andrews (89) scores as he is tackled by Cincinnati Bengals' Germaine Pratt (57) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Rams give Ravens another tough passing attack to deal with

By Noah Trister Dec. 30, 2021 07:26 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson sits on the Ravens sideline in the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
QB Lamar Jackson limited at practice for Ravens

By Noah Trister Dec. 29, 2021 01:30 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) runs up field after catching a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Record-setting receivers enjoy big Week 16 across NFL

By Josh Dubow Dec. 29, 2021 05:45 AM EST

New York Giants' Mike Glennon passes during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Analysis: Omicron looms ominously over NFL's playoff races

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 28, 2021 02:49 AM EST

Cincinnati Bengals' Tee Higgins (85) celebrates a touchdown reception during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Depleted Ravens couldn't keep it close against Bengals

By Noah Trister Dec. 27, 2021 05:33 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) hugs Joe Mixon (28) following a catch by Mixon during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Bengals looking for consistency as they aim for playoff spot

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 27, 2021 02:53 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook carries the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)
Analysis: COVID-19 means teams battle 2 opponents weekly

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 27, 2021 02:52 AM EST