Denver Broncos evaluate 2026 season potential after strong previous year
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 12:33 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Denver Broncos aim for another successful season in 2026 after finishing 14-3 in the last regular season, capturing the AFC West title. They advanced to the AFC Championship Game but fell to the New England Patriots 10-7. Key players returning include quarterback Bo Nix, who is set to be healthy, and offseason addition wide receiver Jaylen Waddle. Analysts suggest the Broncos' ceiling could remain at 14-3 while cautioning that a floor of 9-7 is also possible due to the potential difficulty of close games. The team is focused on making a third consecutive playoff appearance.
- •Broncos finished 2025 with a franchise-record tying 14 wins.
- •Bo Nix was injured late in the previous playoff run.
- •Jaylen Waddle added to an already strong offense this offseason.
- •Broncos captured the AFC West title for the first time since 2015.
- •Team's outlook suggests potential for another strong season.
- 12:33 PMYahoo Sports — What is the ceiling (and floor) for the Denver Broncos in 2026?
"Can the Denver Broncos recapture the magic that they found last season?
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