Broncos Wire Podcast

The guys discuss the Broncos’ convincing road win over the N.Y. Giants and quarterback Teddy Bridgewater’s impressive debut. Other topics include Jerry Jeudy’s injury and where his targets are heading, and a Broncos-Jags preview with picks against the spread. Hosted by Ryan O’Leary (@RyanO_Leary) with Broncos Wire Managing Editor Jon Heath (@ByJonHeath

The guys discuss Drew Lock’s role in the team’s breach of COVID-19 protocols during the 2020 season. Did the quarterback’s lack of maturity play a role in the team bringing in veteran Teddy Bridgewater this offseason? Also, a closer look at Denver’s Week 1 matchup against the Giants and why the Broncos look like a smart bet on the road. Hosted by Ryan O’Leary (@RyanO_...

The guys discuss the top Broncos storylines around cut-down day, including takes on Brett Rypien, Trinity Benson and Royce Freeman. Also, why Mike Shanahan belongs in the Hall of Fame, how to feel about Jerry Jeudy in fantasy drafts and why the Broncos are a good bet to win their season opener with the Giants. Hosted by Ryan O’Leary (@RyanO_Leary) with Broncos Wire Managing Editor Jon Heath...

The guys react to the Broncos naming veteran quarterback Teddy Bridgewater the starter over former second-round pick Drew Lock. Also, why fantasy players should be looking for Denver’s underrated defense late in drafts this summer. Hosted by Ryan O’Leary (@RyanO_Leary) with Broncos Wire editor Jon Heath (@ByJonHeath)

Broncos Wire editor Jon Heath and host Ryan O’Leary return to the podcast to discuss Jake Plummer’s potential movie roll, the team’s so-called quarterback competition and other top takeaways from the start of the preseason. Also, Jon delivers a take on what to expect from Javonte Williams this season from a fantasy football perspective.

The Broncos will once again be searching for a solution at right tackle after Ja’Waun James suffered a season-ending injury while working out away from the team facility. Should the Broncos keep James on the reserve non-football injury list and honor his salary? Or should they terminate his contract and save the $10M he’s owed, as is their right according to the CBA? The guys weigh in...

The Broncos passed on a potential franchise-altering talent at QB at No. 9 overall when they drafted Alabama cornerback Patrick Surtain II. The guys discuss that fascinating decision and give their takes on Denver’s 10-player draft class overall. Also, with news swirling of a potential divorce in Green Bay between Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, should the Broncos go all-in via trade to acqui...

The guys react to the latest QB chatter. Broncos Wire editor Jon Heath breaks down the early rounds of his personal mock draft. Also, thoughts on T.J. Ward’s retirement, new league rules on jersey numbers, and final predictions for what the Broncos do with pick No. 9 overall. Happy Draft Weekend!

Broncos players recently released a statement that they won't attend voluntary OTA workouts at the team facility, citing COVID-19 health concerns. Meanwhile, star linebacker Von Miller is in Mexico partying on the beach, and 22 players have already been using the facility this offseason. The guys discuss all that and, of course, reports that the team would be happy with either Justin Fields or Tre...

The guys continue their NFL Draft discussion with an eye on the quarterback position, from the team’s reported interest in Teddy Bridgewater, to at least one sportsbook posting Justin Fields (at +225) as the odds-on favorite to be drafted No. 9 overall. Could that team really be the Broncos? Also, Broncos Wire editor Jon Heath gives us a breakdown of the depth chart entering draft day and si...

The guys discuss Carolina’s trade with the Jets for QB Sam Darnold, and what that means for the Broncos at pick No. 9 overall. Is Denver now more likely to make a move up the board to select a quarterback? If so, who should be their guy? Also, thoughts on the team’s new 17-game schedule and how fans should feel about a spike in ticket prices.

With quarterbacks expected to fly off the board early in this month’s NFL Draft, the Broncos should find themselves in a unique position at No. 9 overall. Should they join the QB frenzy? Or sit back and let a top-five talent fall into their lap? The guys discuss the team’s latest moves in free agency and look forward with great intrigue to Day 1 of the draft.

From picking up Von Miller’s contract option for 2021, to extending star safety Justin Simmons, to scooping up Pro Bowl cornerback Kyle Fuller in free agency, the Broncos are building a defense that, on paper, reminds of the Super Bowl-winning group of 2015. The guys react to the team’s latest moves, and also hit on weighty topic: Should Denver still be pursuing Deshaun Watson amid ser...

Broncos fans had reason to celebrate on the eve of free agency: Von Miller is back! The guys react to the team’s decision to pick up his option for 2021, and what his cap number means for the team as it prepares to make moves in free agency. Also, GM George Paton’s visit to QB Trey Lance’s Pro Day, and what an original round tender means for RB Phillip Lindsey and his future with...

The guys react to the Broncos placing their franchise tag on safety Justin Simmons, discuss the team’s still very uncertain future with Von Miller, and cover four key positions of need entering free agency. Should the Broncos bring in a proven, veteran quarterback to push Drew Lock?

Drew Lock fans, cover your eyes. If Deshaun Watson is willing to approve a trade to Denver, and the Texans are accepting offers, the guys agree that new GM George Paton should make Watson his No. 1 priority this offseason. In the return of the Broncos Wire Podcast for the 2021 season, the guys discuss all the Watson drama, John Elway’s new role, and Broncos Wire editor Jon Heath’s one-...

In the season finale of the Broncos Wire Podcast, the guys discuss what went wrong in another frustrating season. Topics include the futures of head coach Vic Fangio and GM John Elway, and the Broncos’ long list of free agents entering the offseason. The 18th and final episode of the Broncos Wire podcast is powered by the USA Today Sports Media Group, with a fantasy segment from The Huddle a...

The Broncos got run over by the red-hot Buffalo Bills, 48-19, to cement a fourth straight losing season. The guys take a look back at the team’s last three drafts, and discuss what those decisions mean for quarterback Drew Lock and his young supporting cast. The guys also weigh in on the Pro Bowl, including the Broncos’ biggest snub, and Von Miller’s potential late-season return...

The guys have been waiting for a breakthrough moment for Drew Lock, and there was plenty to like in his dominant performance against the Panthers on Sunday. Can the Broncos’ young QB start stringing those kinds of performances together? Host Ryan O’Leary and Broncos Wire editor Jon Heath break down Lock’s big day and look ahead to a date with Josh Allen and the surging Bills on S...

The Broncos came oh, so close to shocking the defending-champion Kansas City Chiefs. The glaring difference? Quarterback play, especially in some of the game’s key situations. Host Ryan O’Leary and Broncos Wire editor Jon Heath discuss Lock’s performance, coach Vic Fangio’s conservative decision late, and take a trip down memory lane with Peyton Manning and John Elway. Epis...

Due to a COVID-19 fiasco, the Broncos were forced to play their Week 12 game against the Saints without any of their four quarterbacks. Stepping up was emergency QB Kendall Hinton, who played some quarterback at Wake Forest but has been training on Denver’s practice squad as a wide receiver. Host Ryan O’Leary and Broncos Wire editor Jon Heath discuss one of the craziest games in recent...

Drew Lock played through an injury, the defense was stout, and the running game was stellar for the Broncos in their 20-13 win over the Dolphins. Host Ryan O’Leary and Broncos Wire editor Jon Heath aren’t talking about the playoffs, but they do discuss Lock, the Melvin Gordon contract, Peyton Manning’s upcoming Hall of Fame induction, Turkey Day traditions, and the Broncos’...

Another bad performance from Broncos starting quarterback Drew Lock has the guys discussing the undrafted Brett Rypien as a potential solution heading into the stretch run that now, at 3-6, looks like a lost season. Host Ryan O’Leary and Broncos Wire editor Ryan O’Leary talk Lock, Rypien, Von Miller, and what to make of the 3.5-point spread in favor of the Dolphins in Week 11. This pod...

The Broncos find themselves two games below .500 entering a must-win game at the rival Raiders. Host Ryan O’Leary and Broncos Wire editor Jon Heath discuss Denver’s COVID-19 situation, the future of offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur and Drew Lock’s appeal as a franchise quarterback. Powered by USA TODAY Sports with fantasy advice from The Huddle and the sports betting pick of the...

The Broncos are still alive in the AFC playoff hunt after rallying from a 24-3 deficit to stun the Chargers, 31-30. The guys react to that big win, Drew Lock's dance moves, the Denver Broncos' awkward twitter post, and Phillip Lindsey's comments on booing.