Locked On Broncos - Daily Podcast On The Denver Broncos

The Denver Broncos are 4-2 and facing a critical question: should George Paton push all in at the NFL trade deadline to maximize a Super Bowl window?

Sayre Bedinger explores Denver’s $21.656 million in cap space and potential targets, including RB Jonathan Taylor, OG Quentin Nelson, TE Colby Parkinson, Saquon Barkley, and Tony Pollard.

Could Taylor (or someone else) be the spark the Denver Broncos' offense needs right now? With the deadline arriving during the Broncos’ bye week, the team must decide whether to protect its draft capital or make the move that could define its...

Ready to rally around the Broncos? In this episode of the BRONCOS SQUAD SHOW, we’re breaking down exactly why it’s time to be all-in on Denver—even after a roller coaster 4-2 start to the season. We’ll dive into what’s fueling this team’s belief, which areas still need improvement, and why there’s real reason for optimism as the Broncos prepare to face the Cardinals. From key matchups and X-factors to our honest assessment of where Denver stands, we’re giving you everything you need to know heading into this pivotal game. Whether you’re a diehard belie...

Sean Payton has Bo Nix’s back, but the Denver Broncos quarterback can't fix this offense by himself.

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger examine why Denver must improve its offensive line and run game, with Quinn Meinerz and Garett Bolles leading a unit despite struggles at right tackle, center, and left guard.

They also break down J.K. Dobbins’ inefficient rushing numbers, RJ Harvey’s explosiveness, and whether Jonah Coleman can provide a spark. Can the Broncos establish a north-south identity and avoid predictable run-run-pass sequences against the Arizona Cardinals? Arizona’s defense limited the Rams to...

Denver Broncos outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper returns as the pass rush heats up. Cooper’s return could supercharge a Denver Broncos pass rush that produced 10 sacks and 25-plus quarterback hits over the last two weeks. Can Cooper, Nik Bonitto, Que Robinson, and Dondrea Tillman keep the pressure rolling against the Arizona Cardinals while Jonah Elliss recovers?

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger break down Cooper’s role, his impact against the run, and the Broncos’ defensive rotation. They also discuss Denver’s offensive terminology changes since Sean Payton reclaimed play-calling duties, Bo Nix’s uneven start, and how offensive...

The Denver Broncos are 4-2, but their offense is flashing serious warning signs. Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger examine Bo Nix’s slump, the outside noise calling for Jarrett Stidham, and why Sean Payton may have no practical quarterback upgrade on the roster to truly consider any changes. Can Nix regain his confidence before matchups with the Arizona Cardinals, Kansas City Chiefs, and Carolina Panthers?

They also discuss Denver’s run game and offensive line. J.K. Dobbins has struggled, RJ Harvey deserves a larger role, and Ben Powers, Luke Wattenberg, and Mike McGlinchey have been glaring issu...

The Broncos got it done on Thursday Night Football, but it wasn’t always pretty! On this episode of BRONCOS SQUAD SHOW, Aiello Piro, Cody Roark, Cam Parker, Sayre Bedinger and Nick Ferguson react to Denver’s gritty win over the Seahawks. The defense showed up in a big way, shutting down Seattle’s offense and forcing key turnovers, but Bo Nix and the offense struggled to find their rhythm all night. We break down the game’s biggest moments, discuss what’s going wrong with the offense, and give props to the defensive standouts who led the charge. Can the Br...

The Denver Broncos survive the Seattle Seahawks behind a relentless defense, but Bo Nix and the offense raise major concerns. Can the Broncos contend Nix doesn’t improve?

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger break down Denver’s 17 quarterback hits, five sacks, two interceptions, and standout performances from Ja'Quan McMillian, Kris Abrams-Draine, Alex Singleton, and the patchwork secondary.

They also dive into the Broncos’ shocking second half, which produced only 29 offensive yards. Bo Nix’s decision-making, confidence, offensive-line struggles, and Sean Payton’s conservative play-calling take center stage as Denver looks to build on its 4-2 record.

The Denver Broncos are facing yet another tough test on Thursday Night Football against the Seattle Seahawks. Can Bo Nix get on track and get his team to 4-2?

Sayre Bedinger of Locked On Broncos and Dan Viens of Locked On Seahawks break down the biggest storylines, key matchups, and what each team MUST do to win.

Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mile High Sports and provides boots-on-the-ground coverage of the Broncos daily in person. Sayre Bedinger is one of Broncos Country's longest-tenured voices, writing for Predominantly Orange. Together, they bring Broncos...

The Denver Broncos face the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football as Bo Nix must let it rip as the team prepares to be without Patrick Surtain II and potentially Talanoa Hufanga. Can the secondary withstand Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Cooper Kupp, and Rashid Shaheed against Seattle’s dangerous passing attack?

Plus, Bo Nix explains why simplifying his reads, playing “1-2,” checking down, and avoiding hero ball could help revive Denver’s offense.

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger examine Sean Payton’s play-calling, inconsistent pass protection, and the need for a stronger run game. On defense, Nik Bonitto, Z...

Get ready for a special edition of the BRONCOS SQUAD SHOW as we dive deep into the Denver Broncos’ Thursday Night Football matchup with the Seattle Seahawks! Are the Broncos truly ready to bounce back on the national stage? We break down key matchups, injury updates, what to expect from Bo Nix and the offense, and why this game could define the rest of Denver’s season.  From the latest on the Broncos’ inconsistent offense to how Denver’s defense matches up against Sam Darnold and the Seahawks’ explosive attack, Aniello Piro, Sayre Bedinger and Nick Ferguson have you covered wit...

Sean Payton isn’t satisfied despite the Denver Broncos win on Sunday as the Broncos’ offense now faces a tough test against the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football.

Bo Nix’s confidence takes a back seat to breakdowns across the operation, including Luke Wattenberg’s errant snaps, inconsistent pass protection, dropped passes, penalties, inconsistent run blocking, and inconsistent execution when the offense runs RPOs.

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger examine Seattle’s aggressive Mike Macdonald defense, which ranks first in takeaways, second in pass defense, and third in third-down defense, while sitting 27th in the red zo...

Bo Nix’s confidence has become the Denver Broncos’ biggest offensive concern after a survival-mode win over the Los Angeles Chargers.

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger examine Nix’s decision-making, pressure rate, and shaky pocket presence while explaining why the quarterback isn’t solely responsible for Denver’s struggles.

They also discuss the issues of an offensive line allowing interior pressure, inconsistent run blocking, and potential changes involving Mike McGlinchey, Luke Wattenberg, Ben Powers, and Alex Palczewski. They also assess Wil Lutz’s missed kicks, Denver’s mounting secondary injuries, missed tackles, and the challenge of facing the...

After a frustrating performance for most of the game, the Broncos managed to pull off a nail-biting win against the Chargers—and we’re breaking it all down on the latest BRONCOS SQUAD SHOW! The offense struggled to find a rhythm, but Denver’s defense and special teams absolutely stepped up, making key plays to keep the Broncos in the game and set up the late surge they needed to escape with the victory. Join Aniello Piro, Cody Roark, Sayre Bedinger and Nick Ferguson as they react to the win, discuss what went wrong, who made the difference in crunch...

The Denver Broncos survived a wild AFC West battle, rallying past the Los Angeles Chargers 23-17 as the defense took over in the fourth quarter against Justin Herbert. Can Denver keep winning while the offense searches for answers?

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger break down the Broncos defense five sacks of Justin Herbert, Brandon Jones’ interception, Zach Allen’s strip sack, Nik Bonitto’s two-sack performance, and crucial stops without Patrick Surtain II and Riley Moss. Bo Nix and the offense struggled on third down and averaged 3.9 yards per play, but late drives featuring Courtland Sutton, J.K. Dob...

If the Denver Broncos are going to win on Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers, they will have to run the ball well on offense and Bo Nix, J.K. Dobbins, and RJ Harvey have to be the focal points.

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger describe what the Broncos will have to do on Sunday to win, what will take place if they lose, and five fun bold predictions including the Broncos scoring a touchdown in each quarter, a Chargers punt returner muffing a punt, and Ja'Quan McMillian putting the Broncos secondary on his back.

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Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos face a defining AFC West test against Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday. Can Nix rediscover his aggressive edge, while J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey revive a struggling ground game? Plus, the matchup also spotlights Jaquan McMillan, Jahdae Barron, and a secondary that will likely be without Patrick Surtain II and Riley Moss.

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger discuss why the Broncos’ path to victory runs through a dominant pass rush against Los Angeles’ patchwork offensive line, Vance Joseph’s pressure packages featuring Talanoa Hufanga and Nik Bonitt...

The Denver Broncos offense has struggled to get off to a fast start through the first four weeks, prompting head coach Sean Payton to retake the play-calling reins from Davis Webb.

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger break down what this means for Webb, and whether or not Payton taking back playcalling puts more pressure on him, how it impacts Bo Nix, and whether or not it can provide a spark to the Broncos offense that desperately needs something.

Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mile High Sports and provides boots-on-the-ground coverage of the...

The Denver Broncos need a Bo Nix breakthrough in their Week 5 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. Will Nix get out of the funk he's been in for the first few weeks?

Sayre Bedinger of Locked On Broncos and David Droegemeier of Locked On Chargers break down the biggest storylines, key matchups, and what each team needs to do to win.

Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mile High Sports and provides boots-on-the-ground coverage of the Broncos daily in person. Sayre Bedinger is one of Broncos Country's longest-tenured voices, writing for Predominantly Orange...

The Denver Broncos must stop the Los Angeles Chargers from getting right in a desperate AFC West showdown. With Patrick Surtain II and Riley Moss potentially sidelined, Denver’s pass rush must support the secondary while containing Justin Herbert, Omarion Hampton, and a Chargers rushing attack ranked ninth in the NFL.

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger discuss Denver’s need to win first down, force turnovers, and exploit Los Angeles’ battered offensive line. Zach Allen’s interior pressure, Nik Bonitto’s matchup off the edge, and the coverage from Jahdae Barron and Kris Abrams-Draine could shape Denver's defensive...

Welcome back to the Broncos Squad Show! In this episode, Aniello Piro, Cody Roark, Sayre Bedinger and Nick Ferguson dive into everything you need to know as the Denver Broncos gear up for a crucial matchup with the Chargers. We kick things off with the latest injury news and discuss how key absences could shift the game plan heading into Chargers week. The crew shares their first impressions on the Chargers’ strengths and vulnerabilities, then turns a critical eye toward Denver’s struggling rushing attack. Why hasn’t the ground game clicked yet, and what can the Broncos do to get...

The Denver Broncos wide receiver depth took a massive hit on Sunday after Pat Bryant was carted off with an ankle injury. The good news is that Bryant will miss several weeks instead of the season, but he was the spark for the Broncos offense.

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger discuss who steps up in Bryant's absence, Nik Bonitto's struggles and extra attention he's receiving from offenses, and Sean Payton's comments about the Broncos offensive line and their inconsistency in the blocking department.

Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mile High Sports and...

The Denver Broncos will likely be without Patrick Surtain II for some time after an injury in Sunday's loss to the San Francisco 49ers, but the initial news is that the Broncos avoided it being a season ending injury.

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger discuss how Surtain's absence impacts the Broncos defense, cornerback room, and whether Jahdae Barron or Kris Abrams-Draine will be the primary guy in Denver's base package. Plus, they discuss why the Broncos can no longer provide lip service when it comes to the offensive run game, scheme, and personnel and why Davis Webb...

The BRONCOS SQUAD SHOW crew reacts to a frustrating 24-14 loss in San Francisco as the Broncos fall to the 49ers. It was a rough night for Denver, with injuries to key starters like Pat Surtain, Riley Moss, and Pat Bryant piling onto a disappointing offensive performance. Aniello Piro, Cody Roark, Nick Ferguson and Sayre Bedinger break down what went wrong on both sides of the ball, discuss the impact of the injuries, and debate whether the offense can get back on track after another inefficient outing. How much did the missing starters affect the outcome? Can the defense...

The Denver Broncos’ offense sinks another winnable game against the San Francisco 49ers after Bo Nix and the entire offense struggled to put up points or move the ball. Can Sean Payton afford to keep Davis Webb calling plays after seven opening drives produced just one field goal and five punts?

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger break down Bo Nix’s limited downfield passing, dropped passes, penalties, a stalled running game, and RJ Harvey’s emergence as Denver’s most reliable offensive spark. The defense held Brock Purdy and the 49ers in check for much of the afternoo...

The Denver Broncos need two things to take place on Sunday to beat Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers: sack Purdy at least twice and run for 105-plus yards on offense. Can Denver disrupt San Francisco’s explosive offense and leave Santa Clara with a statement road win?

Cody Roark focuses on the first-down battle, where Bo Nix and the Broncos offense must avoid early negative plays while Denver’s defense works to limit Christian McCaffrey, George Kittle, and Kyle Shanahan’s play-calling options. Plus, five bold predictions, including 2 touchdowns for Bo Nix, 1.5 sacks from Nik Bonitt...

Jaylen Waddle could be the Denver Broncos’ biggest offensive X-factor against the San Francisco 49ers. Can Bo Nix exploit San Francisco’s defense and create explosive plays with Waddle, RJ Harvey, and a hopefully resurgent J.K. Dobbins?

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger examine Denver’s passing-game possibilities, Brock Purdy’s ability to escape pressure, and why Nik Bonitto and Zach Allen must disrupt the 49ers quarterback without abandoning rush-lane integrity. The discussion also covers Jonah Elliss’ slow start, Dondrea Tillman’s injury status, Denver’s running-back rotation, and a troubling tendency to pass after short first-down runs. With San...

The Denver Broncos have won two straight games, and are now headed to face the 49ers in Week 4. Their gauntlet of a schedule continues.

Sayre Bedinger of Locked On Broncos and Brian Peacock of Locked On 49ers break down the biggest storylines, key matchups, and what it's going to take for each team to win in Week 4.

Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mile High Sports and provides boots-on-the-ground coverage of the Broncos daily in person. Sayre Bedinger is one of Broncos Country's longest-tenured voices, writing for Predominantly Orange. Together, they bring Broncos...

The Denver Broncos face their toughest test yet on Sunday against Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey, George Kittle, and Kyle Shanahan’s explosive San Francisco 49ers offense. Can Denver’s defense slow an attack leading the NFL in yards per play, third-down conversion rate, and red-zone efficiency?

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger break down the matchup, including the pressure on Riley Moss, Patrick Surtain II, and the secondary, Denver’s need to create early-down rhythm, and Bo Nix’s battle against a 49ers defense featuring Fred Warner and former Bronco Dre Greenlaw. They also discuss the team's offensive-line consiste...

Get ready for another episode of the BRONCOS SQUAD SHOW! This week, we dive deep into what the Denver Broncos need to do to take down the San Francisco 49ers in one of the season’s most anticipated matchups. From key player performances and coaching strategies, to matchups to watch and bold predictions, we break down every angle of this must-see game. Will the Broncos’ offense rise to the challenge? Can the defense keep the 49ers in check? Join Aniello Piro, Cody Roark, Sayre Bedinger and Nick Ferguson as we analyze the latest news, injury updates, and everything you need...

The Denver Broncos erased a 16-0 deficit against the Los Angeles Rams with relentless second-half pressure on Matthew Stafford. Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger break down how the Broncos defense has embraced a 'hard to kill' mentality.

They discuss Zach Allen’s interior disruption, Talanoa Hufanga’s pick-six, Patrick Surtain II’s second-half adjustment against Davante Adams, and the short-memory mentality that fueled Denver’s comeback on defense. Justin Strnad and Jahdae Barron emerged as under-the-radar difference-makers, while Alex Singleton’s coverage struggles and Riley Moss’ explosive plays allowed exposed areas that need fixing. With Nik Bonitto and the defe...

Bo Nix keeps delivering when the Denver Broncos need him most, but can Denver’s quarterback become consistently sharp before the fourth quarter? After a comeback win over the Los Angeles Rams, Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger discuss Nix’s 12 career game-winning drives, early-game hesitation, and how the Broncos offense can overcome slow starts.

Overcoming Denver’s slow offensive starts, including play sequencing, under-center runs, quicker passing concepts, and the need to establish rhythm with J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, and Tyler Badie. The Broncos’ wide receiver room also gets its due: after big contributions from Pat Bryant...

The Broncos do it again! On this episode of the BRONCOS SQUAD SHOW, we break down Denver’s incredible 30-26 come-from-behind win over the Rams on Sunday Night Football. Bo Nix delivered a clutch late-game performance, leading a dramatic 4th quarter comeback and showing everyone once again why he’s the real deal in Denver. We dive into how Bo kept his composure under pressure and sparked the Broncos’ offense when it mattered most. Meanwhile, Talanoa Hufanga was a force on defense, coming up with two huge interceptions to swing the momentum back to the Broncos. We’ll discuss how Hufa...

The Denver Broncos won an absolute THRILLER on Sunday Night Football against the Los Angeles Rams. Talanoa Hufanga and Bo Nix were the stars of the 2nd half.

The Broncos' incredible run of dramatic come-from-behind wins continues, and they've now improved to 2-1 on the young season after the 30-26 victory.

Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mile High Sports and provides boots-on-the-ground coverage of the Broncos daily in person. Sayre Bedinger is one of Broncos Country's longest-tenured voices, writing for Predominantly Orange. Together, they bring Broncos Country the most in-depth and objective...

Jonah Coleman is out against the Los Angeles Rams, forcing the Denver Broncos to reshuffle their running back rotation that's been banged up. Can J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey stay healthy and carry the run game component for the Broncos offense.

Cody Roark discusses a potential committee approach featuring Tyler Badie, the need for Denver to remain committed to the ground attack, and how the Rams’ defense could punish a one-dimensional offense if the Broncos abandon the run. Marvin Mims is also a key storyline after practicing in a limited capacity this week. Will he play an...

The Denver Broncos must start fast against the Los Angeles Rams, or risk spending another night chasing the game.

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger examine how Bo Nix and Denver’s offense can build sustained success through a more effective run game, manageable down-and-distance situations, quick passing concepts, and play-action. With J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, and Jonah Coleman dealing with injuries, who can give the Broncos the balance needed to attack a fierce Rams defensive front?

Plus, the matchup spotlight includes Quinn Meinerz against Aaron Donald, Denver’s interior pass rush against Matthew Stafford, and...

The Denver Broncos take on the Los Angeles Rams in a potential Super Bowl preview in Week 3 of the season.

Sayre Bedinger of Locked On Broncos and Travis Rodgers of Locked On Rams break down the biggest storylines, key matchups, and what it will take for each team to win in a Crossover Thursday episode of the show.

Cody Roark is a credentialed beat reporter for Mile High Sports and provides boots-on-the-ground coverage of the Broncos daily in person. Sayre Bedinger is one of Broncos Country's longest-tenured voices, writing for Predominantly Orange. Together, they bring...

Patrick Surtain II vs. Davante Adams headlines a Sunday Night Football showdown, but the Denver Broncos’ biggest challenge may be forcing Matthew Stafford off schedule. Can Denver’s pass rush disrupt the Rams’ explosive passing attack?

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger break down what they saw from the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football, the importance of PS2 shadowing Los Angeles’ top receiver, and how Puka Nacua’s status could reshape Denver’s coverage plan. They also discuss the Broncos offensive urgency, including establishing the run, avoiding drive-killing penalties, and keeping Bo Nix out of repeated third-and-lo...

The Broncos are back on track after a big win, but now all eyes are on their upcoming showdown with the Rams. On this episode of Broncos Squad Show, Aniello Piro, Cody Roark, Sayre Bedinger and Nick Ferguson break down what went right against Jacksonville, spotlight a few warning signs fans shouldn’t ignore, and dive into the key storylines heading into the next game. Can Denver keep the momentum going and deliver a true statement win? From standout plays to areas for improvement, we’ve got you covered with everything Broncos fans need to know before L.A. come...

The Denver Broncos could unleash a three-back attack against the Los Angeles Rams. Can J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, and Jonah Coleman power a physical game plan and keep Matthew Stafford off the field?

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger break down Denver’s downhill rushing approach after what worked in Week 2 vs. the Jaguars. Evan Engram and Nate Adkins emerge as key pieces to watch at tight end against a Rams defense that features Aaron Donald, while Bo Nix’s connection with the tight ends could open the offense more in Week 3. They also discuss Courtland Sutton’s quie...

Bo Nix bounced back after the offense had a shaky first half, and the Denver Broncos answered their Kansas City letdown on Monday Night Football with a defensive statement against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Can this formula carry them into Sunday Night Football against the Rams?

Cody Roark and Sayre Bedinger examines Nix’s interception, offensive penalties, Luke Wattenberg’s snap issue, and the run game’s importance in creating manageable downs. The defense regained its gap integrity, generated interior pressure on Trevor Lawrence, and tackled with far more discipline. Plus, Jonah Coleman emerged as a complete three-down back...