ESPN ranks Denver Broncos 14th in NFL entering 2026 season

ESPN released its Football Power Index rankings for all 32 NFL teams ahead of the 2026 season opener. The Denver Broncos hold a 1.5 rating, placing them in a tie for 14th position alongside the New England Patriots. This index serves as a metric for team strength and is utilized to project future performance through 10,000 season simulations. The Los Angeles Rams currently lead the league in the projections with a rating of 5.9, while the Miami Dolphins sit at the bottom of the rankings. Last year, the Denver Broncos concluded the 2025 regular season with a 2.5 rating, which resulted in an 11th-place finish. Teams like the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles hold higher positions in the current index rankings as the new schedule begins.

• 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — All 32 NFL teams (including the Broncos) ranked by FPI ratings