Broncos Wire Podcast

The Broncos will once again be searching for a solution at right tackle after Ja’Waun James suffered a season-ending injury while working out away from the team facility. Should the Broncos keep James on the reserve non-football injury list and honor his salary? Or should they terminate his contract and save the $10M he’s owed, as is their right according to the CBA? The guys weigh in on this hot-button topic, and reset their debate on Aaron Rodgers.

The Broncos passed on a potential franchise-altering talent at QB at No. 9 overall when they drafted Alabama cornerback Patrick Surtain II. The guys discuss that fascinating decision and give their takes on Denver’s 10-player draft class overall. Also, with news swirling of a potential divorce in Green Bay between Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, should the Broncos go all-in via trade to acquire the reigning league MVP? The guys have opposing views on that bombshell topic.

The guys react to the latest QB chatter. Broncos Wire editor Jon Heath breaks down the early rounds of his personal mock draft. Also, thoughts on T.J. Ward’s retirement, new league rules on jersey numbers, and final predictions for what the Broncos do with pick No. 9 overall. Happy Draft Weekend!

Broncos players recently released a statement that they won't attend voluntary OTA workouts at the team facility, citing COVID-19 health concerns. Meanwhile, star linebacker Von Miller is in Mexico partying on the beach, and 22 players have already been using the facility this offseason. The guys discuss all that and, of course, reports that the team would be happy with either Justin Fields or Trey Lance as their quarterback of the future.

The guys continue their NFL Draft discussion with an eye on the quarterback position, from the team’s reported interest in Teddy Bridgewater, to at least one sportsbook posting Justin Fields (at +225) as the odds-on favorite to be drafted No. 9 overall. Could that team really be the Broncos? Also, Broncos Wire editor Jon Heath gives us a breakdown of the depth chart entering draft day and signals the team’s top positional needs.

The guys discuss Carolina’s trade with the Jets for QB Sam Darnold, and what that means for the Broncos at pick No. 9 overall. Is Denver now more likely to make a move up the board to select a quarterback? If so, who should be their guy? Also, thoughts on the team’s new 17-game schedule and how fans should feel about a spike in ticket prices.

With quarterbacks expected to fly off the board early in this month’s NFL Draft, the Broncos should find themselves in a unique position at No. 9 overall. Should they join the QB frenzy? Or sit back and let a top-five talent fall into their lap? The guys discuss the team’s latest moves in free agency and look forward with great intrigue to Day 1 of the draft.

From picking up Von Miller’s contract option for 2021, to extending star safety Justin Simmons, to scooping up Pro Bowl cornerback Kyle Fuller in free agency, the Broncos are building a defense that, on paper, reminds of the Super Bowl-winning group of 2015. The guys react to the team’s latest moves, and also hit on weighty topic: Should Denver still be pursuing Deshaun Watson amid serious sexual assault allegations?

Broncos fans had reason to celebrate on the eve of free agency: Von Miller is back! The guys react to the team’s decision to pick up his option for 2021, and what his cap number means for the team as it prepares to make moves in free agency. Also, GM George Paton’s visit to QB Trey Lance’s Pro Day, and what an original round tender means for RB Phillip Lindsey and his future with the Broncos.

The guys react to the Broncos placing their franchise tag on safety Justin Simmons, discuss the team’s still very uncertain future with Von Miller, and cover four key positions of need entering free agency. Should the Broncos bring in a proven, veteran quarterback to push Drew Lock?