Locked On Broncos - Daily Podcast On The Denver Broncos

Continuity is something the Denver Broncos appear to be embracing throughout the first week of NFL Free Agency, re-signing 15 of their 21 total free agents. Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger try and theorize why the Broncos and Sean Payton are comfortable with running it back at running back and tight end, and why the Broncos are better suited to run it back defensively.   Cody Roark is a credentialed...

The Denver Broncos and Sean Payton are embracing continuity with in-house NFL Free Agents instead of going out and landing outside names. Why is the Broncos team culture, their success in 2025 ideal reasons for Payton's approach? Cody Roark shares his thoughts on the team's surprising NFL Free Agency approach.   Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mile High Sports and covers the Broncos...

After Denver Broncos safety P.J. Locke departed the team in NFL Free Agency to reunite with Christian Parker on the Dallas Cowboys, Denver is ready for their young depth to step up. Devon Key and JL Skinner are entering a pivotal year and both will have the chance to play more defensive snaps behind Talanoa Hufanga and Brandon Jones. Plus, if the Broncos were to look at adding depth at safety in N...

NFL Free Agency kicked off on Monday and the Denver Broncos took an interesting approach. Instead of opting to sign premium players such as Kenneth Walker, Travis Etienne, or Alec Pierce, Denver opted to sign their own internal free agents. The Broncos dished out contracts to running back JK Dobbins along with linebacker Alex Singelton. Interestingly, Denver opted to part ways with veteran linebac...

The Denver Broncos vowed to be "aggressive" in the 2026 offseason, and they fumbled badly on Day 1 of NFL Free Agency in that regard.   The Broncos decided to run it back with many of their own free agents, confirming fears of the fan base that they would stick with the status quo. Is this the right process? How will the Broncos approach the rest of free agency?   Cody Roark is a credentialed beat...

The Denver Broncos re-signed veteran linebacker Alex Singleton on the first day of NFL Free Agency, but shockingly released veteran Dre Greenlaw. With Singleton and Justin Strnad set to start for the Broncos defense in 2026, why is it still imperative that Sean Payton and George Paton add quality depth at this position?   Cody Roark reacts to the Broncos moves from Monday.   Cody Roark is a creden...

The Denver Broncos are bringing back their leading rusher from 2025 and are making J.K. Dobbins their top rusher in 2026, re-signing him to a two-year deal on the first day of NFL Free Agency. Dobbins return keeps the duo of he and RJ Harvey together, but the Broncos absolutely need to add another running back as an insurance policy.   Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger react to the signing and more.  ...

The Denver Broncos brought back Devon Key and Dondrea Tillman ahead of NFL Free Agency as two of their first key moves. They also tendered defensive lineman Jordan Jackson and running back Tyler Badie. How might Jackson factor into a sleeper role replacement for John Franklin-Myers and how can the Broncos better utilize Badie if he makes the roster.   Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger share their thou...

The Denver Broncos' fan base did not like the team's decision to re-sign veteran tight end Adam Trautman. Was it the right move, and does it mean they are done in free agency at that position?   Sayre Bedinger breaks down the contract details and what this move could mean for the team's upcoming free agency.   Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mile High Sports and covers the Broncos d...

The Denver Broncos re-signed LB Justin Strnad to a three-year deal that keeps him in the Mile High City, securing him as a starter for the LB room. How has Strnad ascended since being drafted by the team and how does his return impact Dre Greenlaw and Alex Singleton ahead of the Broncos upcoming NFL Free Agency stretch?   Cody Roark highlights Strnad's value and impact for Vance Joseph and the Bro...

After being a dominant presence against the Denver Broncos inside of the AFC West, Maxx Crosby has been traded away from the Las Vegas Raiders, which immediately gives the Broncos the best pass rush inside of the division. How does Bo Nix and the Broncos offense benefit from Crosby's departure from the division?   Cody Roark shares his thoughts.   Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mil...

The Denver Broncos are making the right call by keeping their offensive line fully intact and deep with the decision to retain Ben Powers as well as re-signing Alex Palczewski.   Sayre Bedinger breaks down Palczewski's raise, Powers being entrenched as the starting left guard, and the implications on the 2026 NFL Draft.   Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mile High Sports and covers t...

NFL Free agency is set to kickoff next week as the Broncos will look to fill a number of positions. Running back, tight end, linebacker and wide receiver appear to priorities for Denver heading into the free agent frenzy. There are some big "names" at all of the positions, but what will Denver look to accomplish when the time comes next week? Join Aniello Piro, Cody Roark, Sayre Bedinger and Nick...

While other teams in the AFC are making moves, the Denver Broncos must avoid a disastrous NFL Free Agency approach of running it back and push the chips in to go big. After Mike Klis dropped his Broncos free agency primer, some of the chatter surrounding Denver's plans teeter on being a disasterous and underwhelming for the sake of running it back. Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger share their thought...

Denver Broncos backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham is reportedly receiving some trade interest from various NFL teams. Will Sean Payton entertain anything for Stidham, which would create a void at backup quarterback behind Bo Nix? Which scenarios would be ideal for Stidham and could the Broncos reunite with Zach Wilson in NFL Free Agency if that happens?   Cody Roark shares his thoughts on the Stid...

With NFL Free Agency starting next week, the Denver Broncos could have several dream scenarios on their hands to upgrade the roster. Kenneth Walker would drastically boost the Broncos running back room, while linebackers like Devin Lloyd or Kaden Elliss would help the Broncos defense upgrade. Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger share their dream scenarios for the Broncos in NFL Free Agency, which scenar...

The Denver Broncos stack the deck at running back and upgrade the talent at other positions of need in this 2026 NFL Free Agency preview. Sayre Bedinger makes some predictions for outside free agents the Broncos could target when the negotiating window opens on March 9.   Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mile High Sports and covers the Broncos daily in person. Sayre Bedinger is the s...

NFL free agency is a week away, and the Denver Broncos are expected to make a big splash at the running back position. Jonathon Jones of CBS Sports reported that part of the reason the New York Jets tagged running back Breece Hall is in large part because they wanted to prevent the Broncos from making a competitive offer. With that, Kenneth Walker and Travis Etienne remain viable targets for Denve...

The Denver Broncos are heading in a promising direction under George Paton and Sean Payton, and the latest NFLPA Report cards indicate such. How does Payton's coaching dynamic influence his grade, while his coaches benefit from his approach. Plus, Greg Penner and Carrie Walton-Penner have changed the game with their highest grade mark yet and George Paton received incredibly high praise. Denver's...

The Denver Broncos are facing a decision here in the next week or so regarding left guard Ben Powers, who is on the final year of his contract but has the third-largest cap hit on the team going into 2026. Cody Roark talks about Powers' impact, value, what it would look like if the Broncos extended him or released him, and why if they choose to go another direction, why Alex Palczewski is a cost-e...

The Denver Broncos face a transformative offseason after the NFL Combine spotlighted elite draft talent poised to fill their biggest roster needs. Can explosive prospects at tight end, linebacker, and running back revamp Sean Payton’s squad and accelerate Denver’s Super Bowl window? Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger break down the deep 2026 tight end class, debating Kenyon Sadiq’s athletic ceiling, co...

The Denver Broncos load up with an absolute HAUL in this post-NFL Scouting Combine mock draft from Sayre Bedinger. How will the team address top needs, future starters, and take advantage of the depth of this class?   Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mile High Sports and covers the Broncos daily in person. Sayre Bedinger is the site expert for Predominantly Orange. Both bring Broncos...

The Denver Broncos placed a second-round tender on cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian, bringing him back for the 2026 NFL season. Plus, McMillian's agent revealed some interesting information regarding the Broncos potential plans with Jahdae Barron. They did not tender RB Jaleel McLaughlin, but he'll have a chance to be back in the mix this upcoming season.   Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger break down som...

The Denver Broncos will be the hottest destination for free agents because of Bo Nix, the Broncos defense, Sean Payton, and the culture that has been created under the Walton-Penner Family Ownership group. Cody Roark breaks down why Bo Nix's rise, Denver's defensive dominance, Payton's Hall-of-Fame trajectory as a head coach, a new team facility and an ownership group who cares about the meaningfu...

When it came to their biggest needs last offseason, the Denver Broncos failed to adequately address key positions like linebacker, running back, and tight end beyond just starters. Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger discuss the concerning depth at linebacker that was present going into last season and this offseason, and the need for Sean Payton and George Paton to swing big on these needs in NFL Free...