Denver Broncos hold high position in national NFL power rankings

National media outlets have placed the Denver Broncos among the top teams in the NFL as the 2026 season begins. The Ringer ranks the team third overall, while ESPN lists Denver fourth. These rankings follow the team's postseason run last year, which included a win against the Buffalo Bills in the divisional round. Quarterback Nix remains part of the team's outlook as he recovers from surgery on a broken ankle sustained during the previous playoffs. The team prepares for a Monday Night Football season opener against division-rival Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs currently hold lower rankings, appearing 13th on ESPN and 15th on The Ringer's list.

• 12:31 PMYahoo Sports — NFL power rankings have Broncos listed as AFC's best team