Broncos players acknowledge tackling issues after loss to Chiefs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Following their loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on September 14, 2026, Denver Broncos players and coach Sean Payton addressed significant tackling concerns. Feedback from the recent SBNation Reacts confidence poll shows declining faith among Broncos fans regarding the team's progress. Payton emphasizes the need for improved technique and effort, while players like Patrick Surtain and Que Robinson stress the importance of being intentional in their tackling. The Broncos aim to correct these issues in upcoming practices as they prepare for their next game against the Jaguars.
- •Broncos lost to Chiefs on September 14 with poor tackling performance.
- •SBNation Reacts poll shows waning confidence among Broncos fans.
- •Sean Payton highlights technique and effort as areas needing improvement.
- •Players call for increased intensity and intentionality in tackling.
- •Broncos focus on fixing these issues ahead of their upcoming game.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos Country lost some faith after Denver lost to KC
"A win over the Jags will do a lot to restore that confidence, though.
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