The Nuggets lost to the Warriors in overtime in their regular season opener last night. Aaron Gordon hit 10 3-pointers and scored 50 points in the loss. The bench looked improved, especially in the 'Non-Jokic minutes.' Eric and Bruce get into the encouraging signs, despite the loss. The Broncos are set to host the Cowboys and their high-powered offense on Sunday. What will be the key to limiting some of the offensive star power? And can Denver take advantage of a weak Dallas defense? Catch a Friday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl!

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Portland Trailblazers coach and Denver legend, Chauncey Billups was arrested by the FBI this morning for alleged illegal gambling. Billups has been charged in an illegal poker operation tied to the Mafia. What type of effect will this have on the NBA and was it intentional that this bombshell dropped right as the NBA season is tipping off? Sean Payton brushed off Russell Wilson's tweet, saying it was more of a compliment to Jaxson Dart. Is Payton telling the truth? Plus, the Nuggets kick off their 2025-26 season tonight against the Warriors in the Bay Area. Eric and Bruce give their thoughts on the bench unit and get into other news and notes with the start of the season. Tune in to a Thursday edition of Hot Takes!

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Russell Wilson clapped back at Sean Payton after Payton threw some shade at Wilson with his postgame comments on Sunday. Was it surprising to see Wilson break character and fire back at Payton? Pro Football Talk ranked the Broncos at #5 in their latest power rankings. Are the Broncos truly a Top-5 team right now? Bo Nix has had a couple games where he struggled through three quarters but then has come alive in the fourth. Why has Nix been considerably better playing from behind? Eric and Bruce get into it on a Wednesday edition of Hot Takes!

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The World Series matchup is set after the Blue Jays got past the Mariners in Game 7 of the ALCS. The Denver Nuggets and Christian Braun agreed to a 5-year, $125M extension. How important was it to keep him on the team for the next five years? Dre Greenlaw has been suspended one game for chasing down and verbally abusing referee Brad Allen as Allen was leaving the field. Big deal or not so much? Also, Sean Payton was asked at yesterday's presser if he would consider giving up play calling duties. Eric and Bruce react to this and also dive into asking tough questions at press conferences. Tune in to a Tuesday version of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl!

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One of the wildest games in recent memory took place yesterday afternoon at Empower Field at Mile High. The Broncos were shut out in the first three quarters, but scored 33 points in the 4th to beat the Giants in wild fashion. Eric and Bruce recap the comeback in its entirety. Was Demaryius Thomas guiding the Broncos to victory? Plus, who is the real Bo Nix? Nix stepped up in the latter stages after a pedestrian performance though the first three quarters. A look at the AFC West, which has the Broncos sitting on top of the division at 5-2. Catch a Reaction Monday of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl!

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Eric and Bruce preview the Broncos vs. Giants matchup and discuss some of the back and forth talk throughout the week between the two teams. Will Jonathon Cooper's comments on Jaxson Dart play a factor in the matchup? How will the young Giants -- Dart and Skattebo fare against this vaunted defense who leads the NFL in sacks? Also, Demaryius Thomas will be honored and inducted into the Broncos Ring of Fame on Sunday, as the organization will be celebrating the Super Bowl 50 team. The guys discuss their favorite memories of DT and go through the greatest wide receivers in Broncos history. Catch a Friday edition of Hot Takes!

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Dre Greenlaw was back at practice yesterday and is eligible to return this Sunday against the Giants? Will he be activated this week and how does his presence on the field change Denver's defensive look? A quick nod to the toughness of Matt Peart, who played all but 3 snaps against the Jets, with a torn MCL. Jonathon Cooper won AFC Defensive Player of the Week, going back-to-back with Nik Bonitto. Eric and Bruce give their thoughts on this dynamic sack duo of Bonitto and Cooper. Cooper also had some comments on Giants QB Jaxson Dart. Are the young Giants in for a rude awakening against this vaunted Broncos defense? Catch a Thursday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl!

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For the second straight week, the Broncos have placed their starting left guard on injured reserve, first Ben Powers, now Matt Peart. Should the Broncos look at signing a veteran offensive guard or roll with Calvin Throckmorton/Alex Palczewski? Denver also signed former Saints special teams ace J.T. Gray...is there an issue with having all of these former Saints on the roster? A look at the AFC West betting odds. Who is the current favorite to win the division? Also, should the Broncos have drafted Cam Skattebo instead of RJ Harvey? Eric and Bruce break it all down on a Wednesday edition of Hot Takes!

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Eric and Bruce start off the show with a conversation about the 1985 Chicago Bears in the midst of the Bears pulling off the win last night over the Commanders. A quick look back at the 2024 NFL Draft QB class. Comparing this year's Broncos defense to the 2015 defense, which of course won the Super Bowl, and is regarded among the best defenses of all-time. Is Bo Nix on schedule with his progress and what parts of his game does he still need to improve on? Catch as Tuesday version of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl!

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The Broncos defense showed time and time again why they are one of the best units in the NFL, sacking Justin Fields nine times. But on the other hand, the offense and special teams were poor, leading to conversations like Sean Payton giving up play-calling duties. Eric and Bruce give their thoughts on the 'ugly win' and where the team is at after six weeks. Catch a Reaction Monday edition of Hot Takes with Goodman and Haertl!

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