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We are team number three on this journey of trying to cover every NFL team before this season kicks off. It is a good exercise for anyone who plays sports. This obviously helps with future betting, but also gives you a good understanding of what each team did in the offseason, which will hopefully help you come out on the right foot. The Denver Broncos are a team looking to get off to a strong start after a tough end to the season.
Last year
Denver in 2024 surprised some with a solid season. The Broncos made the playoffs but lost to Buffalo. Last year there were no surprises; they were the dominant team in the division (which Kansas City had owned for years). They had one of the best defenses in football, and their offense did just enough to get the win. After starting the season 1-2, they reeled off 11 straight wins. In the playoffs, they beat the Bills in a wild game, winning 33-30. Bo Nix, their quarterback, was injured during the game and ultimately did not play the next game. It was against New England, who won a boring game 10-7. To Jarrett Stidham’s credit, he did what he could, but it wasn’t enough as both defenses fought hard, but New England did just a little more.
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Bo Nix of the Denver Broncos scores a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first quarter of the game at Empower Field At Mile High on September 29, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. (Matthieu Stockman/Getty Images)
Off-season additions and subtractions
Sometimes when you’re this close, you just have to knock on the door and go. Denver traded three picks (they got one back) to put Jaylen Waddle on the roster. He’s a good complementary receiver for the Broncos, but I think that was a lot to pay for a guy who I think is only slightly above average. They haven’t really lost anyone on defense, which might be the best move they can make this offseason. One of the players they lost was defensive tackle John Franklin-Meyers, who is good, but I think he’s replaceable enough.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) runs for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, September 11, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Florida. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
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When I look at the Broncos depth chart, I’m not extremely impressed with their offense. I know Bo Nix played great last year, but I also don’t know if he’s a guy who will be great every season. I think the Broncos were very lucky last season, and some of that will go away. The strength of the team is the defense. They should once again be an elite unit in the league. Sean Payton is still a good coach and creative on offense, so maybe I’m persisting with the offense when I shouldn’t.
Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton talks with quarterback Bo Nix at Empower Field in Mile High, Colorado. (Isaiah J. Downing/Imagn Images)
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Betting Outlook
I think the books set the Broncos back a little too much. At 9.5 games, they should be able to reach that total. It’s still likely that you get two wins against the Raiders; I think they can split or beat Kansas City every time. It will undoubtedly be a tougher schedule, but I think 10 wins seems like a very achievable number. This defense will still compete, but will likely take a step back with a very busy schedule. Give me more than 9.5 wins.
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