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The official account for @mikeklis, Broncos reporter for 9NEWS. Also among those who talk #Broncos on 104.3 FM The Fan. Follow this new account for Broncos info
Joined January 2024
Since 70-20 last year. -Denver D has gone from No. 32 to No. 3 in scoring. -Miami O has gone from No. 1 to 32. Incredible.
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Jason Garrett on Bo Nix during Sunday Night Football pregame show: “I want to give a shoutout to that rookie quarterback. Interceptions early, but again, a rookie who doesn’t go away when it gets hard. He hangs in there and ends up throwing three touchdowns. (1/2).
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First time I’ve ever seen a blank Broncos injury report.
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Scary situation for Broncos WR Josh Reynolds. Denver Broncos Josh Reynolds wounded in shooting |
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Watch No 34 JL Skinner on 60-yard punt return. He made two big blocks. And a third as Mims was tackled.
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With significant depth and talent at WR, Broncos are moving on from popular veteran Tim Patrick, per source. Broncos are currently exploring trade possibilities for Patrick, who is generating strong interest on market in advance of Tuesday’s roster cutdown deadline. #9sports.
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Per source, Broncos and veteran WR Tim Patrick have agreed on a reworked one- year deal. Too good a leader for team to let him go. #9sports.
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Meanwhile, Tim Patrick.
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Confirming Broncos HC Sean Payton has fired special teams coordinator Ben Kotwica. (1st by @RapSheet). Broncos were No. 1 in punt returns and K Wil Lutz had good season. But game-losing blocked FG vs Chiefs was tough deal.
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Garrett on Bo II: "He was much better in the second half and later in the ball game. He’s handled everything about being a starting quarterback in the NFL really well, and again it goes back to that mental toughness. He showed it today.”.
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Jarrett Stidham, who postgame expressed desire to help Bo Nix as starter along with his personal disappointment in not winning the job, shares this on Instagram. Stidham a competitor but also wants it clear he is all in on role of supporting Nix.
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Bo Nix may have been 6th QB taken in tonight's draft. But he had been Sean Payton's choice for weeks. Bo was Payton's QB. So much so that trading back, as so many suggested Broncos should, was too risky. #9sports.
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Chris Harris Jr.: “We had a talk, my wife and I and the Broncos about retiring a Bronco and everything came together. I felt like it would be a great way to close the chapter. We started out great and we ended great." #9sports.
Chris Harris Jr. officially retires as a Denver Bronco |
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Nice touch. Broncos honor their longtime radio broadcaster Larry Zimmer, who passed away earlier this year. #9sports
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Payton on feeling good about future: “We get out of our cap problem … we’ve got to have a good offseason.”.
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It’s not Courtland. No plans to trade him. As Paton and Payton let Broncoland know in recent weeks, Sutton in good standing.
Source: BREAKING NEWS #CTESPN . Hearing a big name WR trade to the Steelers is close to done.
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Business is business and players are entitled to address business as they wish. But it's worth noting seven-year starting LT Garett Bolles has just one year left on his contract - $0 guaranteed - and he showed up Monday for first day of Broncos offseason program. #9sports.
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“Sometimes you eat a (sh-t) sandwich and you’ve got to own it.”
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Most games ALLOWING less than 20 points since 2020 (W-L since 2020).Ravens 36 (42-27) .49ers 36 (42-27).Steelers 36 (42-26-1).Broncos 32 (25-44) .#9sports.
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DEN 2019 draft:.1. Fant, gone.2. Risner, Lock, gone-gone.3. Dre'Mont, gone.5. Hollins, gone.6. Winfree, gone.DEN 2020 draft:.1. Jeudy, gone.2. Hamler, gone.3. Ojemudia, Cushenberry, Agim, gone-gone-gone.4. Albert O, gone.5. Strnad, FA.6. Muti, gone.7. Cleveland, Tuszka, gone-gone.
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Per source, Broncos have reached agreement with RG Quinn Meinerz on a new 4-year deal. It’s worth up to $80 million with $45 million guaranteed. Meinerz, who was in final year of rookie contract, is among top 4 highest-paid right guards in average salary. #9sports.
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Source: Broncos have signed OLB Jonathon Cooper to 4 years, $60 million deal with $33 million in guarantees. Deal done Saturday.
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To question Bo Nix said was 'deep" he gave deep answer to his 3-pick game: "It gets to where you feel like, 'Man, is every time I throw it is it going to be picked? You start having those mental thoughts. It's challenging. It's probably the toughest part (thread).
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Been a while since Jim Nantz was assigned the Broncos. Another step forward for the Broncos program.
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Goodness, Amanda Balionis just did two great back-to-back interviews regarding Grayson Murray by letting the others do all the talking and pour out their emotions.
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Payton: “Credit Vegas, they came out with some fire. But they lost.”.
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Bo Nix said he played with three transverse process fractures in back during game at Raiders Nov 24. Didn’t miss a snap. #9sports
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Breaking: Per source, #Broncos and LT Garett Bolles have reached agreement on 4-year contract extension.
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Sean Payton said RG Quinn Meinerz got game ball. No sacks, opened holes for Javonte and Jaleel. #9sports.
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Payton on Panthers saying he tried to run up score: "Listen, we're trying to finish the game the right way, we're not trying to run up the score on anyone. It's the National Football League. I've been in game with a 28-pt lead om the 4th Q and lost. Play better.".
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Per source, Chris Banjo and Jets are working on a deal that will make him their new special teams coordinator. Deal should be done tonight. Banjo was Broncos special teams assistant the past two years. A big loss. Another opening on Sean Payton’s staff. #9sports.
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Chris Harris Jr. officially retires as a Denver Bronco |
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While all 3 Broncos QBs played well today, the day reinforced Bo Nix is No. 1. He looked really good. #9sports.
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Pro Football Writers have named Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II as NFL Defensive Player of the Year. Lamar Jackson was MVP and Saquan Barkley was Offensive Player of Year.
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Broncos OLB Jonah Elliss made the All Rookie team as voted on by Professional Football Writers.
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Broncos converted $11.875M of Courtland Sutton's $13M salary into a bonus. The math move saved $9.5M in cap space. May have helped squeeze in the new Surtain contract. #9sports.
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GM George Paton and whoever scouted Oklahoma came thru when all seemed lost. Broncos had no 1st rd picks in 2022 or 2023 drafts. With final pick in second round, Broncos take:.2022: Nik Bonitto.2023: Marvin Mims Jr. Yesterday’s box score sez those were great value picks. #9sports.
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Broncos should be playing a Chiefs team next week (guessing Sunday afternoon kickoff)that won’t have Mahomes, Kelce, Chris Jones, others. BUT. Carson Wentz is still capable.
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Sources: Bears and Darren Rizzi not expected to happen. Bears expected to keep respected Richard Hightower as ST coordinator. Lends lil more hope Broncos can land Rizzi but nothing imminent or decided. Rizzi in play for HC with Saints and possibly Raiders. Has other STC options.
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As he walked away from his presser THU, Sean Payton stopped to quiz media. Where’s the toughest place to field a punt?.Pittsburgh? No. Buffalo? Denver? No. “Cleveland,” he said. Wind off lake and fan jerseys in stands “are same color as the football.”.And then he walked inside.
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There were four, 11 on 11 periods today. Bo Nix was exceptional the first two team sessions. Missed a throw or two in final two periods but still significant progress for the rookie QB. #9sports.
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Riley Moss, John Franklin-Myers, Jaleel McLaughlin, D.J. Jones all seemed to be participating in walkthru practice Tuesday after they were all estimated as DNPs on Monday. Would be First team workout for Moss since Nov 24 MCL injury. #9sports.
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Riley Moss is officially OUT vs Colts. Abrams-Draine, Mathis, Wallace are in mix to replace.
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Per wire, Broncos worked out veteran ILB Kwon Alexander today. Sean Payton said earlier this season team has been looking for ILB. #9sports.
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Personally, the two best looks from new uniforms. Like the Champ and Meck number selections for model. #9sports
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Underrated in Broncos better-than-expected, 4-3 start: Special teams. *Rank No 3 in offensive starting position, 33.5 yd line avg. *Rank No 1 in defensive starting position, 26.8 yd avg. **Returner Marvin Mims, punter Riley Dixon, kickoff Wil Lutz are doing their part. #9sports.
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True story: Then-Broncos scout Dave Ziegler peeked into HC John Fox’s office and asked which of 2 undrafted CBs he wanted: An extremely fast CB, or CB who was smart but not quite as fast? Fox said sign the smart one. Chris Harris was a Bronco. With $2k signing bonus. #9sports.
Former Broncos standout corner Chris Harris Jr. retires, moving on to life's next chapter | #9sports
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It's official: WR Lil'Jordan Humphrey is heading in to sign back to the Broncos' practice squad per source. Happy to be back with Broncos and Sean Payton. #9sports.
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Bo Nix, a 4th alternate AFC Pro Bowl QB, was unable to accept invitation to participate in Pro Bowl Games because of previously scheduled, routine and minor postseason cleanup procedure. Nix eager to get procedure done so he can get to work on offseason training. #9sports.
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Game balls went to owners Greg Penner, Carrie Walton Penner, Rob Walton, Condoleezza Rice. #9sports.
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Sean Payton said Stidham will start. Nix will go second. He may have Nix work in a few plays with first team. Zach Wilson goes third. #9sports.
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Payton gave game balls to operations boss Chip Conway and his operations staff for pulling off this 2-0, 10-day, three state road trip. #9sports.
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Broncos class of 2024:.1. (12) Bo Nix, QB, Oregon.3. (76) Jonah Ellis, OLB, Utah.4. (102) Troy Franklin, WR, Oregon.5. (145) Kris Abram-Draine, CB, Missouri.5. (147) Audric Estime, RB, Notre Dame.7. (235) Devaughn Vele, WR, Utah.7. (256) Nick Gargiulo, c, SCarolina.#9sports.
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Per wire Broncos have waived TE Greg Dulcich. Team has WR Josh Reynolds, OLB Drew Sanders ready to return from injury. Sanders activation deadline is Wednesday; Reynolds deadline next Wednesday. #9sports.
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Stidham: “People don’t see it but we just went crazy for Tim Patrick in the locker room.” After two years of injuries, Patrick making remarkable comeback. Had 4 catches and TD in two series tonight.
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9NEWS Broncos reporter opens up on midseason heart attack |
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Most 20+ yard completions:.1. Darnold, 43.2. Goff, 41.2. Lamar, 41.4. Nix, 39.5. Allen, 38.Bo has been more vertical than expected.
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Per wrie, Broncos have waived WR Josh Reynolds. Team sticking with kid WRs. Reynolds to be paid $4.3M for 12 catches. He's been on IR (finger) since gm 5 vs Raiders. 12 days later Reynolds was victim in drive-by shooting. Deadline to activate was WED. Instead, waived. #9sports.
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Did some digging into mention in union survey of Broncos players having cars stolen at off-site hotel in training camp. You can’t make this up… turns out it was the same player who had multiple vehicles stolen after accidentally leaving keys in vehicle in secure lot. Carry on….
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Courtland Sutton to DNVR, will he be at mandatary minicamp next week: "I will be there.".
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Justin Simmons at 5th annual (and likely last) March of Peace he helps organize with teenagers Ray Ray West and Nashara Ellerbee. Simmons talked about his offseason without Broncos. #9sports
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After he hit Pickens on the deep ball, Russ looked real good. Makes you consider how bizarre his term was in Denver. Suppose it’s best both parties moved on. Still, so bizarre.
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Denver defense remains:.No. 1 in sacks (44).No. 3 in total defense (296.0).No. 3 in scoring defense (16.8).Thru week 12.
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Bo Nix on back issue: “Good to go. I’m ready to roll.” 9sports.
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Let there be no doubt. The Sean Payton Era is shifting to second gear.
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2 points of clarity on Wilson’s comments. 1. Broncos never talked to him. Communication on alleged benching matter was with his agent on Oct. 31. Never with Russ. 2. NFL didn’t say what Broncos did here was wrong. NFLPA outside council said Broncos were wrong but not league.
Russell Wilson explaining the Broncos contract situation on I AM ATHLETE podcast
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Burrow on Bo: "I had a chance to watch them on TV a couple times this year and they do a good job on offense running the ball, play action. When he's asked to drop back and make plays, he seems to consistently make them. I think he's got a much stronger arm than people thought.”.
Bengals O-Line Guru Jim McNally Called To Canton; Joe Knows Bo; Encouraging Words for OTs Brown and Mims | QUICK HITS; Waiver wire pickup Marco Wilson's speed boosts secondary
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Sean Payton after 6 of 7 questions were how much Bo Nix is coming along: "Nothing on the defense and holding Falcons rushing attack down? It's a Bo Nix day, huh?".
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5 Broncos make All Pro. First team: CB Surtain, RG Meinerz, PR Mims. Second team: IDLAllen, Edge Bonitto. T-2nd most player selections in Broncos history (1996 had 6; 1978 had 5). Meinerz honor kicks in extra $1.5M in escalators.
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Source confirms Broncos have reached agreement with first-round QB Bo Nix on 4-year contract (and 5th-year option) that will give him $10.36 million signing bonus and is worth fully guaranteed $18 million plus. #9sports.
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Bo Nix 19 of 27, 206, 2 TDs, 0 INT, 117.2 RTG.Also a rushing TD. Best game as a pro.
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New uniforms open for business at Broncos Team Store at Empower Field. P.S. See the Courtland jerseys. #9sports
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Broncos ranking by position in final fan Pro Bowl voting:.No. 1 OLB -- Nik Bonitto.
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Bo Nix has been named NFL's Rookie of the Week for the third consecutive week. He was 25 of 42, 273, 2 TD- INT in come-from-behind 29-19 at Raiders.
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Zach Allen on PB snub: “I thought I should have made it. The way it goes it’s almost like you have your year and then the following year people know your name. I didn’t come into this season with much name recognition as other guys. But we’ve got bigger things going on.’’.
Broncos players react to being snubbed for Pro Bowl | #9sports
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Levi Wallace is INACTIVE. So it is Kris Abrams-Draine/Damarri Mathis in Moss’ CB spot today. OLB Drew Sanders is ACTIVE for first time this year. ILB Levelle Bailey is down. (Special teams factor). #9sports.
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Sean Payton said Riley Moss has MCL, but not serious. Almost returned to game.
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Broncos new turf looks and feels nice. Another $750,000 investment in team by Walton-Penner group. #9sports
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