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Broncos get star wide receiver Jaylen Waddle from Dolphins in a blockbuster trade, AP sources say

FILE – Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) runs during the first half of an NFL football game against…

March 17, 2026 • By ROB MAADDI — AP Pro Football Writer

Associated Press

Could the Chicago Bears leave Illinois? Indiana makes a play for the historic franchise

FILE – Soldier Field is seen for an MLS soccer match between the Chicago Fire and the CF MontrÃ©al, Saturday,…

March 14, 2026 • By JOHN O'CONNOR — Associated Press

Associated Press

NFL free agency: Panthers, 49ers, Patriots, Jets and Rams are early winners

FILE – Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jaelan Phillips warms up before an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the San Francisco…

March 12, 2026 • By ROB MAADDI — AP Pro Football Writer

Associated Press

Trey Hendrickson joins Ravens, Maxx Crosby still on Raiders and Daniel Jones re-signs with Colts

FILE – Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) looks on during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions…

March 12, 2026 • By JOSH DUBOW — AP Pro Football Writer

Death and dying

Lou Holtz, college football staple who coached Notre Dame to 1988 national title, dies at 89

FILE – Arkansas coach Lou Holtz is carried by his players after defeating Oklahoma in the Orange Bowl NCAA college…

March 5, 2026 • By ERIC OLSON and TOM COYNE — Associated Press

Associated Press

A rare handoff for Sean Payton as Davis Webb takes over Broncos play-calling

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday,…

February 24, 2026

(US) National Football League (NFL) (North American)

Finneseth ready for final season with Buffaloes in 2026

Former Durango High star is a special teams’ standout for Colorado

February 15, 2026 • Bryce Kelly — Herald Sports Editor

Associated Press

Seahawks ride their ‘Dark Side’ defense to a Super Bowl title, pounding the Patriots 29-13

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold celebrates after a win over the New England Patriots in the NFL Super Bowl 60…

February 9, 2026 • By ROB MAADDI — AP Pro Football Writer

(US) National Football League (NFL) (North American)

Durango’s Super Bowl connection: John Benton helping lead Seahawks

Former Demon football player is Seattle’s offensive line coach

February 8, 2026 • Bryce Kelly — Herald Sports Editor

(US) National Football League (NFL) (North American)

How aggressive free agency moves led the Patriots and Seahawks to the Super Bowl

Seattle Seahawks president of football operations/general manager John Schneider speaks during a news conference at the NFL football team's facilities…

February 7, 2026 • By JOSH DUBOW — AP Pro Football Writer

Associated Press

Matthew Stafford edges Drake Maye for the AP NFL Most Valuable Player award

Los Angeles, Rams' Matthew Stafford accepts the AP Most Valuable Player awardduring the NFL Honors award show, Thursday, Feb. 5,…

February 6, 2026 • By ROB MAADDI — Pro Football Writer

Associated Press

Sean Payton’s gamble: The decision that derailed the Broncos’ Super Bowl dreams

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton speaks during a news conference after the AFC Championship NFL football game between the…

January 27, 2026 • By ARNIE STAPLETON — AP Pro Football Writer

Associated Press

Patriots punch ticket to 12th Super Bowl with gritty 10-7 win over Broncos in snowy Denver

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye celebrates with the trophy after the AFC Championship NFL football game between the Denver…

January 26, 2026 • By ARNIE STAPLETON — AP Pro Football Writer

Associated Press

Broncos backup QB Jarrett Stidham steps in for Bo Nix to face former team in AFC championship game

Denver Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham warms up before an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Buffalo Bills, Saturday,…

January 23, 2026 • By ARNIE STAPLETON — AP Pro Football Writer

Associated Press

After applying the pressure all season, Broncos defense now producing turnovers in playoffs

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) fumbles the ball while being tackled by Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto (15) during…

January 23, 2026 • By PAT GRAHAM — AP Sports Writer

Associated Press

The AP NFL MVP finalists are Allen, Lawrence, Maye, McCaffrey and Stafford

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) tries to get past the Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon during the…

January 22, 2026 • By ROB MAADDI — AP Pro Football Writer

Associated Press

Indiana completes undefeated season and wins first national title, beating Miami 27-21 in CFP final

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza holds the trophy after their win against Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship game,…

January 20, 2026 • By EDDIE PELLS — AP National Writer

Associated Press

Broncos defense must carry team again as backup QB Stidham set to start AFC championship game

Denver Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham warms up before an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Buffalo Bills, Saturday,…

January 19, 2026 • By ARNIE STAPLETON — AP Pro Football Writer

Associated Press

Broncos reach AFC title game after 33-30 win over Bills, but lose Nix for season with ankle injury

Denver Broncos cornerback Ja'quan McMillian (29) reacts after intercepting a pass intended for Buffalo Bills wide receiver Brandin Cooks (18)…

January 18, 2026 • By ARNIE STAPLETON — AP Pro Football Writer

American football

Bayfield native Isaac Ross finishes successful college football career

Quarterback played for Wolverines and Division III Wilmington College

January 16, 2026 • AJ Bonanno — Special To The Herald

Associated Press

Broncos host first playoff game in a decade, face banged-up Bills in divisional round Saturday

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) passes against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football…

January 16, 2026 • By ARNIE STAPLETON — AP Pro Football Writer

Associated Press

Broncos bring different mentality into playoff rematch in Denver against the Buffalo Bills

Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs…

January 14, 2026 • By ARNIE STAPLETON — AP Pro Football Writer

Associated Press

Mike Tomlin steps down after 19 seasons as coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin yells before an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Houston Texans, Monday, Jan.…

January 13, 2026 • By WILL GRAVES — AP Sports Writer

Associated Press

Denver Broncos’ stunning season: Ending Chiefs’ reign and clinching top AFC seed

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) passes against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football…

January 9, 2026 • By ARNIE STAPLETON — AP Pro Football Writer