2017 Denver Broncos season explained

Team:Denver Broncos
Year:2017
Record:5–11
Division Place:4th AFC West
Coach:Vance Joseph
Owner:The Pat Bowlen Trust
General Manager:John Elway
Stadium:Sports Authority Field at Mile High
Playoffs:Did not qualify
Pro Bowlers:LB Von Miller
CB Aqib Talib
Ap All-Pros:LB Von Miller
Uniform:File:Broncos uniforms.png
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The 2017 Denver Broncos season was the franchise's 48th season in the National Football League (NFL) and the 58th overall.

The Broncos underwent numerous coaching changes during the offseason, after Vance Joseph was hired as the team's new head coach. Joseph replaced Gary Kubiak, the team's head coach during the previous two seasons, who was forced to retire from coaching due to health concerns.

After a 3–1 start, the Broncos suffered through an 8-game losing streak – the team's longest since 1967 where they scored more than 20 points just once. Poor offensive performances, along with a quarterback carousel, contributed to the losing skid. In terms of statistics, the Broncos' defense ranked in the top five in total yards, rushing yards and passing yards, but had the league's second-worst turnover differential (ahead of only the winless Cleveland Browns), surrendered the third-most sacks and ranked 27th in points per game despite having ranked 17th on total offense. The Broncos also failed to score 20 or more points in 10 of their 16 games, and for a second consecutive season, scored 30 or more only once.

The Broncos missed the playoffs for a second consecutive season, clinched a losing record for the first time since 2010 and suffered only their fourth losing season since John Elway's retirement after the 1998 season.

Coaching changes

Departures

On January 2, 2017, one day after the 2016 regular season finale, head coach Gary Kubiak announced his retirement from coaching due to health concerns. Kubiak suffered a mini-stroke in while coaching the Houston Texans, as well as a migraine condition that forced him to miss one game during the 2016 season. In his two seasons as the Broncos' head coach, Kubiak led the team to a 24–11 record (including the playoffs) – the most victories of any coach in the first two seasons with the team, as well as guiding the Broncos to a victory in Super Bowl 50.[1]

Following the hiring of Vance Joseph as the team's new head coach (see below), the Broncos underwent the following departures from their coaching staff:

Promotions

Additions

On January 11, Vance Joseph was hired as the Broncos' new head coach. Joseph, a University of Colorado alum, served as a defensive backs coach with the San Francisco 49ers from 2005 to 2010, in the same capacity on Gary Kubiak's staff with the Houston Texans from 2011 to 2013 and with the Cincinnati Bengals from 2014 to 2015. The Broncos previously recruited Joseph for the team's defensive coordinator position in 2015, but were denied permission by the Bengals. Joseph was the Miami Dolphins' defensive coordinator in .[11]

Following the hiring of Vance Joseph, the Broncos made the following additions to their coaching staff:

In-season

On November 20, one day after the Broncos' Week 11 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, offensive coordinator Mike McCoy was fired as the result of the team's recurring offensive woes. During the six-game losing streak that resulted in McCoy's firing, the Broncos averaged 14.2 points – second-worst in the NFL, and committed a league-high 17 turnovers. Bill Musgrave was elevated from quarterbacks coach to offensive coordinator, while Klint Kubiak was elevated from an offensive assistant to quarterbacks coach.[19]

Front office changes

Roster changes

Free agents

Unrestricted

Position Player 2017 Team Notes
None originally an
None released September 2[23]
RB None retired on May 3[24]
None
WR None
contract option declined,[25] signed with the Chargers on March 9[26]
None
LB None retired on March 13[27]
LB signed with the 49ers on March 17[28]
CB signed with the Rams on March 13[29]
NT signed with the Titans on March 10[30]
DE None re-signed May 2,[31] placed on injured reserve August 12[32]

Restricted

Position Player 2017 Team Notes
Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 8[33]
Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 8, re-signed June 14[34]

Exclusive-Rights

Position Player 2017 Team Notes
Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 8
LB Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 8
Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 8
Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 8
WR Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 8
LB None
LS Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 8, re-signed April 3[35]
None
None
C Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 8, re-signed April 3
Denver Broncos waived September 2, re-signed September 3, waived September 9,[36]
assigned to the practice squad on September 11,[37] re-signed September 18,[38]
waived October 21,[39] assigned to the practice squad on October 24,[40]
promoted to the active roster on November 25[41]
WR Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 8, re-signed April 3

Signings

Position Player 2016 Team Notes
None claimed off waivers on August 25,[42] waived August 29[43]
signed May 2[44]
Practice squad signed October 21, waived October 24,
assigned to the practice squad on November 8[45]
signed December 16[46]
signed March 13,[47] waived November 15[48]
Practice squad signed December 20[49]
signed November 8
CB signed June 14,[50] released September 2
LB signed November 7[51]
signed March 11[52]
G signed March 9[53]
LB signed July 29,[54] waived September 2
LB None signed August 29, waived September 2,
assigned to the practice squad on September 3,[55]
promoted to the active roster on November 15
NT Cincinnati Bengals signed March 11
signed September 2[56]
DE Kansas City Chiefs signed February 24,[57] waived May 2
RB signed July 27,[58] released September 2
Seattle Seahawks signed September 15,[59] released October 17[60]
promoted from the practice squad on October 18,[61] waived October 28[62]
LB Practice squad signed October 28, waived November 7
Practice squad promoted from the practice squad on November 18[63]
OT signed March 10,[64] placed on injured reserve November 8
Indicates that the player was a free agent at the end of his respective team's season.

Departures

Position Player Notes
designated as waived/injured on November 18
waived September 2
waived November 23[65]
waived May 10[66]
LB waived September 2
TE waived July 29
CB waived June 14
waived September 2
waived September 2
released September 2
waived September 2

Trades

Draft

See main article: 2017 NFL draft.

2017 Denver Broncos Draft
Round Selection Player Position College Notes
20signed May 11[69]
2 51signed May 13[70]
3 82signed May 26,[71] placed on injured reserve September 2
101signed May 11
4None – see table below
5 145signed May 11, placed on the non-football injury list September 2,
placed on injured reserve November 6[72]
172WR signed May 8[73]
6 203signed May 10
7 253signed May 10, placed on the non-football injury list September 2,
placed on injured reserve November 6
Note: Prior to the draft, the Broncos received four compensatory selections – one in the third round (No. 101), one in the fifth round (No. 177) and two in the seventh round (Nos. 252 and 253). This was the first time in NFL draft history in which teams were allowed to trade compensatory selections,[74] and the Broncos later traded the No. 177 and No. 252 selections – see table below.

Draft trades

Trade partner Broncos give Broncos receive Source
2017 fourth-round selection (No. 126)
2017 seventh-round selection (No. 252 – compensatory) 		2017 fifth-round selection (No. 145)
2017 fifth-round selection 		[75]
2017 fifth-round selection (No. 175)
2017 sixth-round selection (No. 238) 		2017 fifth-round selection (No. 172)
2018 fourth-round selection
Original 2017 sixth-round selection (No. 202)
2016 sixth-round selection 		[76]
Original 2017 fifth-round selection (No. 163) [77]
2016 fifth- and seventh-round selections 2017 sixth-round selection (No. 203) [78]

Undrafted free agents

All undrafted free agents were signed after the 2017 NFL draft concluded on April 29,[79] unless noted otherwise.

2017 Denver Broncos Undrafted Free Agents
Player Position College Notes
originally signed and waived by the Pittsburgh Steelers,
claimed off waivers on August 12, waived September 2
waived June 6[80]
designated as waived/injured on July 24[81]
waived September 2
S the only undrafted rookie to make the Week 1 roster, on final roster
DE waived September 2
LB waived September 2, assigned to the practice squad on September 3,
promoted to the active roster on October 21, on final roster
LB waived September 2
waived September 2
waived September 2, assigned to the practice squad on September 3,
promoted to the active roster on September 11,
assigned to the practice squad on September 18
G originally signed and waived by the Indianapolis Colts,
claimed off waivers on June 6, waived July 27
waived September 2
waived August 25
CB UCLA waived September 2, assigned to the practice squad on September 3,
promoted to the active roster on December 1,[82] on final roster
waived September 2
DE Pittsburgh waived September 2
S waived September 2
S waived September 2, assigned to the practice squad on September 3,
promoted to the active roster on December 14,[83] on final roster
waived September 2, assigned to the practice squad on September 3,
promoted to the active roster on October 21, on final roster
originally signed and waived by the Cincinnati Bengals,
claimed off waivers on August 21,[84] waived September 2

Injuries

Suspensions

During the Broncos' Week 12 loss to the Oakland Raiders, cornerback Aqib Talib and Raiders' wide receiver Michael Crabtree engaged in an ugly brawl that initially resulted in both players being suspended for two games, but were reduced to one game following an appeal. The two players had a history of bad blood with one another, following an incident during the teams' regular-season finale in which Talib yanked a gold chain from Crabtree's neck, with Talib repeating the same actions that led to the brawl with Crabtree.[94]

Preseason

WeekDateOpponentResultRecordVenueRecap
1at Chicago BearsW 24–171–0Soldier FieldRecap
2at San Francisco 49ersW 33–142–0Levi's StadiumRecap
3Green Bay PackersW 20–173–0Sports Authority Field at Mile HighRecap
4Arizona CardinalsW 30–24–0Sports Authority Field at Mile HighRecap

Regular season

Schedule

The Broncos' schedule was announced on April 20.[95]

WeekDateOpponentResultRecordVenueRecap
1Los Angeles ChargersW 24–211–0Sports Authority Field at Mile HighRecap
2September 17Dallas CowboysW 42–172–0Sports Authority Field at Mile HighRecap
3September 24at Buffalo BillsL 16–262–1New Era FieldRecap
4October 1Oakland RaidersW 16–103–1Sports Authority Field at Mile HighRecap
5Bye
6October 15New York GiantsL 10–233–2Sports Authority Field at Mile HighRecap
7October 22at Los Angeles ChargersL 0–213–3StubHub CenterRecap
8at Kansas City ChiefsL 19–293–4Arrowhead StadiumRecap
9November 5at Philadelphia EaglesL 23–513–5Lincoln Financial FieldRecap
10November 12New England PatriotsL 16–413–6Sports Authority Field at Mile HighRecap
11November 19Cincinnati BengalsL 17–203–7Sports Authority Field at Mile HighRecap
12November 26at Oakland RaidersL 14–213–8Oakland–Alameda County ColiseumRecap
13December 3at Miami DolphinsL 9–353–9Hard Rock StadiumRecap
14December 10New York JetsW 23–04–9Sports Authority Field at Mile HighRecap
15at Indianapolis ColtsW 25–135–9Lucas Oil StadiumRecap
16December 24at Washington RedskinsL 11–275–10FedExFieldRecap
17December 31Kansas City ChiefsL 24–275–11Sports Authority Field at Mile HighRecap
Note: Intra-division opponents are in bold text.

Game summaries

Week 1: vs. Los Angeles Chargers

For a seventh consecutive year, the Broncos kicked off the season at home, in the second half of the opening Monday night doubleheader against the Los Angeles Chargers. After an exchange of punts, a 5-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Trevor Siemian to wide receiver Bennie Fowler III game the Broncos the early lead. The drive was kept alive as the result of a near-interception by Chargers' cornerback Casey Hayward. On the first play of the second quarter, the Chargers countered, with quarterback Philip Rivers connecting on an 11-yard touchdown pass to running back Melvin Gordon, with Ingram leaping above Broncos' safety Justin Simmons in order to reach the goal line. The Broncos re-claimed the lead later in the second quarter, with Siemian rushing for a 1-yard touchdown, then added to their lead on their initial possession of the second half, with another touchdown pass from Siemian to Fowler – from 6 yards out. The Broncos reached the Chargers' 3-yard line on a 14-play, 78-yard drive that chewed up the last 8:16 of the third quarter, but had to settle on a 20-yard field goal by placekicker Brandon McManus to increase their lead to 24–7.[96]

After stopping the Chargers on a 4th-and-1 near midfield, the Broncos' offense committed two turnovers – an interception of Siemian by Chargers' safety Adrian Phillips and a fumble by running back Jamaal Charles. The Chargers took advantage of both turnovers and narrowed the Broncos' lead to 24–21, with a pair of touchdown passes by Rivers – a 5-yarder to wide receiver Keenan Allen followed by a 38-yarder to wide receiver Travis Benjamin – the latter occurring with seven minutes remaining in the game. Following an exchange of punts, the Chargers had one last possession at the two-minute warning and were forced to use their last timeout with 42 seconds remaining. Six plays later, the Chargers were attempting a game-tying field goal to send the game to overtime. Placekicker Younghoe Koo's initial field goal was good; however, it was nullified as the result of Broncos' head coach Vance Joseph calling a timeout in order to ice the kicker. Koo's second attempt was blocked by defensive end Shelby Harris, sealing the win for the Broncos.[96]

Notes

Vance Joseph and Chargers' head coach Anthony Lynn became the first two head coaches of African American descent to make their coaching debuts in the same game. Beth Mowins, who handled the play-by-play duties for ESPN, became the first woman to call an NFL game since .[97]

Week 2: vs. Dallas Cowboys

Quarterback Trevor Siemian threw four touchdown passes – two to wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders, and running back C. J. Anderson scored two touchdowns – one rushing and one receiving, in a dominating win over the Cowboys. This was the only game during the season in which the Broncos scored 30 or more points. The Broncos' defense limited running back Ezekiel Elliott, the league's leading rusher from the season, to just eight yards on nine carries, while cornerback Aqib Talib returned an interception off Cowboys' quarterback Dak Prescott 103 yards for a touchdown. Near the end of the first quarter, the game was delayed by one hour due to lightning in the Denver area.[98] With the win, the Broncos extended their winning streak against the Cowboys to six games, dating back to 1998.[99]

Week 3: at Buffalo Bills

In their first road game of the season, the Broncos traveled to Orchard Park, New York to face the Buffalo Bills. After a 38-yard field goal by Broncos' placekicker Brandon McManus gave the Broncos the lead late in the first quarter, the Bills grabbed the lead, with a 2-yard touchdown from quarterback Tyrod Taylor to wide receiver Andre Holmes on a deflected pass. The Broncos responded, when running back Jamaal Charles eluded Bills' defenders for a 12-yard touchdown – Charles' first touchdown as a Bronco. The Broncos were attempting to add to their lead on their next possession, however, a 44-yard pass completion from quarterback Trevor Siemian to wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders was overturned by a Bills' challenge, as replay indicated that Sanders did not maintain full control of the football at the Bills' 44-yard line as cornerback Tre'Davious White knocked the ball out. McManus and Bills' placekicker Steven Hauschka proceeded to alternate field goals, with a 28-yarder by McManus giving the Broncos a 16–13 lead midway through the third quarter.[100]

However, the Broncos were held scoreless for the remainder of the game, and the Bills took the lead for good, with Taylor connecting with tight end Charles Clay on a 6-yard touchdown pass. A 53-yard field goal by Hauschka extended the Bills' lead to 23–16 early in the fourth quarter. The Broncos drove to as far as the Bills' 24-yard line on their first possession of the fourth quarter, however, Siemian was intercepted by White. Five plays later, the Broncos' defense forced an incomplete pass off Taylor at the Broncos' 46-yard line, hoping to receive the football back after a punt. However, linebacker Von Miller was flagged for an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty in which he offered to help Taylor off the turf, then pulled his hand back. After the Bills earned three first downs and forced the Broncos to use all of their team timeouts, Hauschka added a 27-yard field goal with 3:18 remaining in the game. The Broncos had one last offensive possession, but did not advance past the Bills' 42-yard line.[100]

Notes

Prior to this game, 32 Broncos' players decided to kneel during "The Star-Spangled Banner" after President Donald Trump made comments about the national anthem protests two days prior.[101]

Week 4: vs. Oakland Raiders

On the Broncos' second possession of the game, quarterback Trevor Siemian connecting on a 22-yard touchdown pass to tight end A. J. Derby. After forcing a Raiders' punt, Isaiah McKenzie returned a punt 64 yards to the Raiders' 15-yard line, but it was nullified by an illegal block penalty on Kasim Edebali. The Broncos marched down the field from their own 11-yard line to the Raiders' 6-yard line, but could not take advantage of the red zone opportunity, settling instead for a 28-yard field goal by placekicker Brandon McManus. After each team exchanged punts on their next two possessions, the Raiders got on the scoreboard late in the second quarter, with a 5-play, 99-yard drive, culminating in a 16-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Derek Carr to wide receiver Johnny Holton. McManus added a pair of field goals – from 36 and 46 yards out – to increase the Broncos' lead to 16–7. Late in the third quarter, Carr left the game due to a back injury, and backup quarterback EJ Manuel took over. The Broncos failed to take advantage of yet another red zone opportunity early in the fourth quarter, as a 29-yard field goal attempt by McManus hit the left upright. Following another exchange of punts, the Raiders narrowed the Broncos' lead to 16–10, with a 38-yard field goal by placekicker Giorgio Tavecchio with 5:27 left in the game. After the Broncos went three-and-out, the Raiders had one last possession with 4:16 remaining in the game, and reached the Broncos' 36-yard line at the 2-minute warning. After a false start penalty pushed the Raiders back five yards, a long pass attempt from Manuel intended for wide receiver Amari Cooper was intercepted by safety Justin Simmons, sealing the win for the Broncos. The Broncos' defense limited Marshawn Lynch to just 20 yards rushing on nine attempts.[102]

Week 6: vs. New York Giants

The Broncos' rush defense, which allowed a combined 95 yards in their first four games, surrendered 148 yards in a stunning home loss to the New York Giants, while the offense rushed for only 46 yards, after averaging 143 yards in the previous four games. Quarterback Trevor Siemian threw two interceptions, one of which was returned for a touchdown by Giants' cornerback Janoris Jenkins, while placekicker Brandon McManus missed a 33-yard field goal and had another attempt blocked. The Broncos' offensive woes in the red zone continued, scoring only one touchdown out of four opportunities. Backup quarterback Brock Osweiler saw brief action late in the first half, after Siemian sprained his shoulder on a diving attempt, as he unsuccessfully tried to prevent Jenkins from reaching the end zone after an interception.[103]

Notes

This was the first of two games in which the Broncos wore their alternate all-navy blue jerseys[104] – the other was Week 14 vs. the New York Jets.

Week 7: at Los Angeles Chargers

The Broncos' were once again unable to solve their offensive woes, in a 21–0 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. It was the Broncos' first shutout loss since 1992, snapping a 394-game scoring streak, which was the second-longest in NFL history. Chargers' wide receiver Travis Benjamin scored two touchdowns, one receiving and another on a punt return. Broncos' quarterback Trevor Siemian was sacked five times and lost two fumbles, while wide receiver Demaryius Thomas had an 81-yard pass play nullified by an offensive pass interference penalty.[105] [106]

Week 8: at Kansas City Chiefs

The Broncos' defense limited the Chiefs to 279 total yards – 133 of which went to tight end Travis Kelce. However, the Broncos were unable to overcome five turnovers, including three interceptions by quarterback Trevor Siemian, as well as a fumble by running back Jamaal Charles that resulted in a Chiefs' touchdown. After trailing 20–3 early in the third quarter, the Broncos narrowed the Chiefs' lead to 20–13, following a 6-yard touchdown by running back Devontae Booker. However, three fourth-quarter field goals by Chiefs' placekicker Harrison Butker – the latter two of which occurred after a Broncos' turnover on downs and Siemian's third interception of the game, increased the Chiefs' lead to 29–13. With 4:41 remaining in the game, the Broncos' attempted a rally, with Siemian connecting on an 11-yard touchdown pass to tight end A. J. Derby at the two-minute warning. However, the two-point conversion attempt was unsuccessful, which would have brought the Broncos' to within a one-score deficit, ending the Broncos' rally attempt.[107]

Notes:

This was Jamaal Charles' first game against the Chiefs, for whom he played the first nine seasons of his career.[107]

Week 9: at Philadelphia Eagles

The Broncos' defense, who were the only defensive unit who had not allowed any rushing touchdowns, surrendered three rushing touchdowns, and Eagles' quarterback Carson Wentz threw four touchdown passes, in a 51–23 rout of the Broncos. The defense surrendered 50+ points for the first time since 2010, and backup quarterback Brock Osweiler, starting in place of an ineffective Trevor Siemian, threw two interceptions and nearly threw three more. The Broncos did not reach the end zone until the fourth quarter, when wide receiver Demaryius Thomas scored his first touchdown of the season – on a 1-yard pass from Osweiler, and linebacker Brandon Marshall returned a fumble 19 yards for a touchdown. Both touchdowns occurred when the game had already been decided in the Eagles' favor.[108]

Week 10: vs. New England Patriots

The Broncos' defense forced a three-and-out on the Patriots' first offensive drive, however, it was all downhill for the Broncos after that. The Patriots capitalized on four blunders by the Broncos' special teams. First, Isaiah McKenzie muffed a punt, giving the Patriots a short field. Then, Patriots' return specialist Dion Lewis returned a kickoff 103 yards for a touchdown. The Patriots also blocked a punt, and a defensive penalty on a Patriots' punt resulted in a first down as well as another touchdown. Patriots' quarterback Tom Brady threw for 266 yards and three touchdown passes. Offensively, the Broncos had to settle for three Brandon McManus field goals and achieved only one touchdown – a 7-yard pass from Brock Osweiler to wide receiver Demaryius Thomas.[109]

Week 11: vs. Cincinnati Bengals

Two turnovers proved costly for the Broncos, as they suffered their sixth consecutive loss, and their first loss at home to the Bengals in more than 40 seasons. After the Broncos blocked a punt on the Bengals' opening possession, quarterback Brock Osweiler was intercepted by Bengals' cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick, who returned the football 101 yards for a near-touchdown. The Broncos trailed 13–10 early in the fourth quarter, when running back C. J. Anderson was hit by Bengals' linebacker Vontaze Burfict, and lost a fumble. The Bengals grabbed a 20–10 lead with nine minutes remaining in the game, with quarterback Andy Dalton connecting on an 18-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver A. J. Green. The Broncos pulled to within a 20–17 deficit with five minutes remaining, when Osweiler connected on a 17-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Demaryius Thomas. After being forced to use all of their team timeouts, the Broncos forced a Bengals' punt at the two-minute warning, and had one last offensive possession at their own 20-yard line. However, after four plays, the Broncos turned the football over on downs, sealing the win for the Bengals. Broncos' placekicker Brandon McManus had a 61-yard field goal attempt blocked just before halftime.[110]

Notes

The Broncos honored former head coach Red Miller and former running back Terrell Davis. Miller, who led the Broncos to their first Super Bowl appearance in 1977, was inducted into the Broncos' Ring of Fame. Miller died on September 27, 2017, at the age of 89. Davis, who was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August, was honored in a pre-game ceremony. Davis led the Broncos to back-to-back victories in Super Bowls XXXII and XXXIII.[111]

Week 12: at Oakland Raiders

With Paxton Lynch as the starting quarterback, the Broncos' offense did not advance past their own 37-yard line on eight of their first ten possessions – excluding a fumble recovery in Raiders' territory and a kneel down before halftime. Paxton Lynch was the team's leading rusher, with only 20 yards. On the Raiders' second offensive possession, a brawl erupted between cornerback Aqib Talib and Raiders' wide receiver Michael Crabtree, resulting in both players being ejected from the game. Raiders' guard Gabe Jackson was also ejected for making contact with an official during the brawl. After a strip sack and forced fumble off quarterback Derek Carr deep in Raiders' territory, the Broncos had a first and goal at the 1-yard line, however, Paxton Lynch threw a pass that was deflected and intercepted by linebacker NaVorro Bowman in the end zone. A 9-yard touchdown pass from Carr to wide receiver Amari Cooper, coupled with a 1-yard touchdown run by running back Marshawn Lynch, gave the Raiders a 14–0 lead before halftime. The lead was increased to 21–0 early in the third quarter, with a 6-yard touchdown pass from Carr to running back Jalen Richard.[112]

After Paxton Lynch suffered an ankle injury, he was replaced by Trevor Siemian late in the third quarter, and got the Broncos on the scoreboard at the 10:26 mark of the fourth quarter, with a 25-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Cody Latimer. The Raiders drove to the Broncos' 17-yard line on their next possession, chewing up nearly five minutes off the clock, and were attempting to add to their lead. However, a 35-yard field goal attempt by placekicker Giorgio Tavecchio missed wide left. Siemian engineered a 12-play, 75-yard drive and pulled the Broncos to within a 21–14 deficit with 2:44 remaining in the game, after a 22-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Bennie Fowler III. The Broncos were hoping for a defensive stop just before the two-minute warning, but after using the last two of their three team timeouts, Carr connected on a 31-yard pass to wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson on a 3rd-and-8, sealing the win for the Raiders. With the loss, the Broncos exceeded their loss total from 2016.[112]

Week 13: at Miami Dolphins

A 65-yard interception return by Justin Simmons of Dolphins' quarterback Jay Cutler was the Broncos' only touchdown of the game, as the offense only managed one other scoring play – a 31-yard field goal by placekicker Brandon McManus. The Broncos surrendered two safeties – one off a fumbled snap and the other when Isaiah McKenzie muffed a punt in the end zone, and also had a punt blocked. Quarterback Trevor Siemian threw three interceptions – one of which was returned for a touchdown, the offense went 1-for-13 on third down and gained 270 net yards, their lowest output of the season.[113]

Week 14: vs. New York Jets

The Broncos' defense allowed the Jets' offense to advance past midfield only twice out of 12 opportunities, in a 23–0 win, as the Broncos snapped an 8–game losing streak – the team's longest since 1967. It was the Broncos' first shutout win since 2005 – also against the Jets. Offensively, the Broncos did not commit any turnovers, and after forcing a Jets' fumble on their first possession, quarterback Trevor Siemian threw a 20-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Demaryius Thomas. Fullback Andy Janovich added another touchdown in the third quarter, and placekicker Brandon McManus added three field goals, though he missed a 29-yard attempt early in the second quarter. The Broncos, however, were officially eliminated from playoff contention as the result of wins by the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers.[114] [115]

Notes

The Broncos wore their alternate navy blue jerseys for this game.[114]

Week 15: at Indianapolis Colts

The Broncos spotted the Colts a 10–0 lead, with quarterback Jacoby Brissett rushing for a 7-yard touchdown, followed in the second quarter by a 45-yard field goal by placekicker Adam Vinatieri. The former occurred after an interception of quarterback Trevor Siemian on the Broncos' initial possession. Siemian was knocked out of the game late in the first quarter due to a shoulder injury, after being sacked by Colts' linebacker Barkevious Mingo. Brock Osweiler took over early in the second quarter, and got the Broncos on the scoreboard just before halftime, with an 18-yard touchdown run. A 39-yard field goal by Vinatieri on the Colts' initial possession of the second half increased the lead to 13–7; however, the Broncos' defense held the Colts scoreless for the remainder of the game. The Broncos claimed the lead for good with a pair of touchdown passes from Osweiler – a 22-yarder to wide receiver Cody Latimer, followed by a 54-yarder to tight end Jeff Heuerman (with a successful two-point conversion). Placekicker Brandon McManus added a 40-yard field goal with 5:18 remaining in the game, on a drive that chewed up 9:40 off the clock. It was the Broncos' only road win of the season.[116]

Notes

The Broncos snapped a 6-game losing streak in Indianapolis, dating back to 2003 (including the playoffs).[117]

Week 16: at Washington Redskins

A 31-yard field goal by placekicker Brandon McManus gave the Broncos a 3–0 lead late in the first quarter. However, the Redskins reeled off 27 unanswered points, and the same offensive mistakes that plagued the Broncos during their 8-game losing streak resurfaced. The defense allowed Redskins' quarterback Kirk Cousins to pass for 299 yards and three touchdowns. The Broncos' lone touchdown came late in the fourth quarter – a 5-yard run by running back C. J. Anderson, by which time the game had already been decided in the Redskins' favor.[118]

Notes

This was the Broncos' final game against Washington under the "Redskins" moniker – home or away, as Washington adopted a temporary moniker in 2020.[119]

Week 17: vs. Kansas City Chiefs

In their final game of the season, the Broncos took a 10–7 lead over the Chiefs, before the Chiefs reeled off 17 unanswered points to take a 24–10 lead, which included a fumble return by Chiefs' linebacker Ramik Wilson for a touchdown. The Broncos pulled even with the Chiefs at 24–24 with 2:53 remaining in the game, which included a fumble return by linebacker Zaire Anderson for a touchdown. However, Chiefs' quarterback Patrick Mahomes, playing in place of regular starter Alex Smith, engineered a game-winning drive, culminating in a 30-yard field goal by placekicker Harrison Butker as time expired. Paxton Lynch, in only his second start of the season, threw two touchdown passes – one to running back De'Angelo Henderson and another to wide receiver Demaryius Thomas, but also threw two interceptions.[120]

Notes

Running back C. J. Anderson reached the 1,000-yard rushing plateau for the first time in his career, as well as becoming the first Broncos' running back since Knowshon Moreno in 2013 to do so. Wide receiver Demaryius Thomas fell 51 yards short of reaching 1,000 receiving yards for a sixth consecutive season.[121] The Broncos lost their fifth consecutive game against the Chiefs – the team's longest losing skid against the Chiefs since a six-game streak from 1970 to 1973.[122]

Quarterback carousel

Trevor Siemian was named the starting quarterback on August 21, two days after the Broncos' second preseason game vs. the San Francisco 49ers. It was the second consecutive season that Siemian beat out Paxton Lynch, the team's 2016 first-round draft selection, for the starting quarterback position.[123] However, after a four-touchdown performance against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 2, Siemian struggled with turnovers and inconsistent play, and was benched in favor of Brock Osweiler, who was re-signed by the Broncos just before the start of the season, and designated as Siemian's backup. Osweiler was named the starter on November 1, four days before the team's Week 9 game at the Philadelphia Eagles.[124] However, Osweiler suffered through the same struggles as Siemian. Lynch, who had been inactive for the first ten games of the season due to an injury to his throwing shoulder during the preseason, was named the starter on November 22, four days prior to team's Week 12 game at the Oakland Raiders. This change occurred immediately after Bill Musgrave was named offensive coordinator, following the firing of Mike McCoy.[125] After Lynch suffered an ankle injury during the Week 12 loss to the Raiders that sidelined him for three weeks,[126] Siemian started the next three games (Weeks 13–15), but suffered a partial dislocation of his non-throwing shoulder during the team's Week 15 win over the Indianapolis Colts that ended his season.[127] Lynch started the regular season finale against the Kansas City Chiefs.[120]

Standings

Conference

Statistics

Team leaders

CategoryPlayer(s)Value
Passing yards 2,285
Passing touchdowns Trevor Siemian 12
Rushing yards 1,007
Rushing touchdowns C. J. Anderson 3
Receptions 83
Receiving yards Demaryius Thomas 949
Receiving touchdowns Demaryius Thomas 5
Points 99
Kickoff return yards 276
Punt return yards 183
Tackles 106
Sacks 10
Forced fumbles Shaquil Barrett
Von Miller 		2
Interceptions 3

League rankings

Offense
CategoryValue NFL rank
Total yards324.1 17th
Yards per play4.828th
Rushing yards115.8 YPG12th
Yards per rush4.115th
Passing yards208.3 YPG20th
Yards per pass6.527th
Total touchdowns3124th
Rushing touchdowns8T–25th
Receiving touchdowns19T–25th
Scoring18.1 27th
Pass completions332/566 (.587)27th
Third downs94/241 (.390)15th
First downs per game18.6 20th
Possession average6th
Fewest sacks allowed52T–29th
Turnover differential-1731st
Fewest penalties11323rd
Fewest penalty yardage88511th
Defense
CategoryValue NFL rank
Total yards290 YPG3rd
Yards per play4.93rd
Rushing yards89.4 YPG5th
Yards per rush3.31st
Passing yards200.6 YPG4th
Yards per pass6.915th
44T–24th
Rushing touchdowns9T–6th
Receiving touchdowns2928th
Scoring23.9 PPGT–22nd
Pass completions294/491 (.599)12th
Third downs66/209 (.316)2nd
First downs per game16.63rd
Sacks3322nd
Forced fumbles8T–30th
Fumble recoveries719th
Interceptions10T–24th
Fewest penalties891st
Fewest penalty yardage8214th
Special Teams
CategoryValue NFL rank
Kickoff returns22.6 8th
Punt returns8.6 YPR15th
Gross punting44.2 23rd
Net punting40 YPP22nd
22.6 YPR23rd
8.6 YPR21st

Records and milestones

Awards and honors

Recipientawards
Week 2: FedEx Ground Player of the Week[137]
Garett Bolles season: Named to the Pro Football Writers of America's All-Rookie team[138]
Von Miller2017 season: Named to the Pro Football Writers of America's All-NFL and All-AFC teams[139]
Pro Bowl: Defensive Most Valuable Player
Week 2: FedEx Air Player of the Week

Pro Bowl and All-Pro selections

Linebacker Von Miller and cornerback Aqib Talib were selected to the 2018 Pro Bowl, while cornerback Chris Harris, Jr. and nose tackle Domata Peko were named as alternates.[140] Miller was also voted to the All-Pro Team and named to the Second Team.[141]

Other news and notes

On July 24, John Elway, the team's executive vice president/general manager since 2011, received a five-year contract extension from the Broncos that will run through the 2021 season. In addition, Elway was promoted from executive vice president to president of football operations.[142]

External links

Notes and References

  1. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Gary Kubiak resigns as Denver Broncos' head coach . The Denver Post . January 2, 2017 . January 2, 2017.
  2. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Clancy Barone, Broncos part ways; Rick Dennison out as Vance Joseph revamps staff . The Denver Post . January 12, 2017 . January 12, 2017.
  3. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Tracker: Who's in, who's out on Vance Joseph's Broncos coaching staff . The Denver Post . January 13, 2017 . January 13, 2017.
  4. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Broncos QB coach Greg Knapp has been relieved of his duties . The Denver Post . January 12, 2017 . January 12, 2017.
  5. News: Groke, Nick . Wade Phillips to sign with the Rams, as new Broncos coach Vance Joseph pauses on defense . The Denver Post . January 12, 2017 . January 12, 2017.
  6. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Broncos add veteran coach Jeff Davidson to lead their offensive line . The Denver Post . January 14, 2017 . January 14, 2017.
  7. Web site: Bills add five to coaching staff . Buffalo Bills . February 2, 2017 . February 2, 2017 . https://web.archive.org/web/20170202191304/http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-1/Bills-add-five-to-coaching-staff/9721c077-0b2e-46cf-83fe-4e836039daa5 . February 2, 2017 . dead .
  8. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Marcus Robertson named Broncos' DBs coach, taking over for newly promoted Joe Woods . The Denver Post . January 17, 2017 . January 17, 2017.
  9. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Vance Joseph rounds out Broncos coaching staff with assistant hires; expected to retain Klint Kubiak . The Denver Post . January 24, 2017 . January 14, 2017.
  10. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos' RB coach Eric Studesville promoted to assistant HC; John Elway allows top scout to interview with San Francisco . The Denver Post . January 30, 2017 . January 30, 2017.
  11. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Vance Joseph named Denver Broncos head coach . The Denver Post . January 11, 2017 . January 11, 2017.
  12. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Broncos land Mike McCoy as offensive coordinator, Bill Musgrave as QBs coach . The Denver Post . January 12, 2017 . January 12, 2017.
  13. News: Wolfe, Cameron . John Benton agrees to become Broncos' assistant offensive line coach . The Denver Post . January 15, 2017 . January 15, 2017.
  14. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos on hunt for new O-line assistant coach, bring on defensive assistant . February 20, 2017 . February 20, 2017.
  15. News: Groke, Nick . Brock Olivo heads to the Broncos as special teams coach, filling out Vance Joseph's new staff . The Denver Post . January 17, 2017 . January 17, 2017.
  16. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos expected to hire Johnnie Lynn as assistant DBs coach . The Denver Post . January 19, 2017 . January 19, 2017.
  17. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos make it official, name Geep Chryst new tight ends coach . The Denver Post . January 27, 2017 . January 27, 2017.
  18. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos to name Chris Strausser new assistant offensive line coach . The Denver Post . February 25, 2016 . February 25, 2016.
  19. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos fire offensive coordinator Mike McCoy after six-game losing streak . The Denver Post . November 20, 2017 . November 20, 2017.
  20. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos' Adam Peters hired as 49ers' vice president of player personnel . The Denver Post . January 31, 2017 . January 31, 2017.
  21. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos shuffle personnel department, fill void left by Adam Peters . The Denver Post . May 4, 2017 . May 4, 2017.
  22. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Former head coach Gary Kubiak returns to the Broncos as a senior personnel advisor . The Denver Post . July 25, 2017 . July 25, 2017.
  23. Web site: Mason, Andrew . Broncos trim roster at deadline . Denver Broncos . September 2, 2017 . September 2, 2017 . https://web.archive.org/web/20171017210519/http://www.denverbroncos.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Broncos-trim-roster-at-deadline/234c49ac-2b09-496b-9175-b8fdc28f39dd . 2017-10-17 . dead .
  24. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Former Broncos RB Justin Forsett retires from the NFL . The Denver Post . May 3, 2017 . May 3, 2017.
  25. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Broncos to decline Russell Okung's contract option for 2017 . The Denver Post . February 23, 2017 . February 23, 2017.
  26. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Russell Okung to Chargers; Broncos still searching for a left tackle . The Denver Post . March 9, 2017 . March 9, 2017.
  27. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . DeMarcus Ware announces retirement after 12 NFL seasons . The Denver Post . March 13, 2017 . March 13, 2017.
  28. News: 49ers sign former Broncos linebacker Dekoda Watson to 3-year deal . The Denver Post . March 17, 2017 . March 17, 2017.
  29. News: Renck, Troy . Kayvon Webster leaves Broncos, signs free agent deal with the Los Angeles Rams . . March 13, 2017 . March 13, 2017.
  30. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . DL Sylvester Williams agrees to 3-year deal with Titans, per reports . The Denver Post . March 10, 2017 . March 10, 2017.
  31. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos re-sign defensive lineman Billy Winn, waive Bobby Richardson . The Denver Post . May 2, 2017 . May 2, 2017.
  32. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Aqib Talib talks HOF, Broncos add new face to DL, jobs still open on O-line . The Denver Post . August 12, 2017 . August 12, 2017.
  33. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos place 2nd-round tenders on RFAs Todd Davis, Brandon McManus; tender 8 ERFAs . The Denver Post . March 8, 2017 . March 8, 2017.
  34. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos K Brandon McManus signs RFA tender worth $2.75 million . The Denver Post . June 14, 2017 . June 14, 2017.
  35. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Matt Paradis among three Broncos now under contract for 2017 after signing exclusive rights tenders . The Denver Post . April 3, 2017 . April 3, 2017.
  36. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos DEs Jared Crick, Zach Kerr ruled out vs. Chargers; Kyle Peko waived . The Denver Post . September 9, 2017 . September 9, 2017.
  37. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos promote rookie NT Tyrique Jarrett, re-sign Kyle Peko to practice squad . The Denver Post . September 11, 2017 . September 11, 2017.
  38. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos RB rotation "a work in progress," Tyrique Jarrett to rejoin practice squad . The Denver Post . September 18, 2017 . September 18, 2017.
  39. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos promote three players from practice squad . The Denver Post . October 21, 2017 . October 21, 2017.
  40. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos waive OL Dillon Day, sign two players to practice squad . The Denver Post . October 24, 2017 . October 24, 2017.
  41. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos promote NT Kyle Peko to active roster . The Denver Post . November 25, 2016 . November 25, 2016.
  42. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos claim DE Jimmy Bean, waive CB Dontrell Nelson . The Denver Post . August 25, 2017 . August 25, 2017.
  43. News: Kosmider, Nick . Broncos sign linebacker Deiontrez Mount after waiving DL Jimmy Bean . The Denver Post . August 29, 2017 . August 29, 2017.
  44. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Jamaal Charles signs one-year deal with Broncos . The Denver Post . May 2, 2017 . May 2, 2017.
  45. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos place Menelik Watson on IR, sign OT Cyrus Kouandjio . The Denver Post . November 8, 2017 . November 8, 2017.
  46. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos sign offensive lineman J.J. Dielman off Bengals' practice squad . The Denver Post . December 16, 2017 . December 16, 2017.
  47. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos sign former Saints OLB Kasim Edebali . The Denver Post . March 13, 2017 . March 13, 2017.
  48. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos promote LB Deiontrez Mount to active roster . The Denver Post . November 15, 2017 . November 15, 2017.
  49. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos place OLB Shane Ray (wrist) on injured reserve, promote CB Michael Hunter . The Denver Post . December 19, 2017 . December 19, 2017.
  50. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos waive Taurean Nixon, sign Chris Lewis-Harris in cornerback swap . The Denver Post . June 14, 2017 . June 14, 2017.
  51. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos swap backup outside linebackers, sign rookie Joseph Jones . The Denver Post . November 7, 2017 . November 7, 2017.
  52. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Broncos add Domata Peko, Zach Kerr to beef up defensive line . The Denver Post . March 11, 2017 . March 11, 2017.
  53. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Broncos sign guard Ronald Leary to bolster offensive line . The Denver Post . March 9, 2017 . March 9, 2017.
  54. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos bring back LB Danny Mason in wake of injuries to edge rushers . The Denver Post . July 29, 2017 . July 29, 2017.
  55. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Kyle Peko added to Broncos' active roster; Kyle Sloter opts for Vikings' practice squad . The Denver Post . September 3, 2017 . September 3, 2017.
  56. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Brock Osweiler has returned to the Denver Broncos. But first he made a stop in Idaho. . The Denver Post . September 2, 2017 . September 2, 2017.
  57. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Broncos sign Bobby Richardson for defensive line depth . The Denver Post . February 24, 2017 . February 24, 2017.
  58. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Devontae Booker to have wrist surgery; Broncos sign former Patriots RB Stevan Ridley . The Denver Post . July 27, 2017 . July 27, 2017.
  59. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos sign DT Ahtyba Rubin, place Jared Crick on injured reserve . The Denver Post . September 15, 2017 . September 15, 2017.
  60. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos make moves to clear two roster spots, sign WR River Cracraft . The Denver Post . October 17, 2017 . October 17, 2017.
  61. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos promote WR Hunter Sharp, add WR River Cracraft to practice team . The Denver Post . October 18, 2017 . October 18, 2017.
  62. Web site: Swanson, Ben . Broncos sign ILB Kevin Snyder, waive WR Hunter Sharp . Denver Broncos . October 28, 2017 . October 28, 2017 . https://web.archive.org/web/20171029072129/http://www.denverbroncos.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Broncos-sign-ILB-Kevin-Snyder-waive-WR-Hunter-Sharp/8028f8f5-adb6-45ae-9e2c-cb74292a92e5 . October 29, 2017 . dead .
  63. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos waive TE A.J. Derby, promote Austin Traylor from practice squad . The Denver Post . November 18, 2017 . November 18, 2017.
  64. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos sign OT Menelik Watson to three-year contract . The Denver Post . March 10, 2017 . March 10, 2017.
  65. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos waive cornerback Lorenzo Doss; four players return to practice; more notes . The Denver Post . November 23, 2017 . November 23, 2017.
  66. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos reach agreements with rookies De'Angelo Henderson, Chad Kelly; waive James Ferentz . The Denver Post . May 10, 2017 . May 10, 2017.
  67. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos acquire veteran OL Allen Barbre in trade with Eagles . The Denver Post . July 26, 2017 . July 26, 2017.
  68. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos trade tackle Ty Sambrailo to Falcons for future draft pick . The Denver Post . September 1, 2017 . September 1, 2017.
  69. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos agree sign OT Garett Bolles, CB Brendan Langley, TE Jake Butt . The Denver Post . May 11, 2017 . May 11, 2017.
  70. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Vance Joseph stresses teaching, competition as Broncos' rookies arrive; More news: DeMarcus Walker agrees to terms; dates set for joint practices with 49ers . The Denver Post . May 13, 2017 . May 13, 2017.
  71. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Carlos Henderson inks four-year deal becoming final Broncos rookie to sign . The Denver Post . May 26, 2017 . May 26, 2017.
  72. News: Kosmider, Nick . Broncos rookies Jake Butt, Chad Kelly officially shelved for remainder of rookie seasons . The Denver Post . November 6, 2017 . November 6, 2017.
  73. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Isaiah McKenzie, Broncos' fifth-round draft pick, signs rookie contract . The Denver Post . May 8, 2017 . May 8, 2017.
  74. Web site: Mason, Andrew . Broncos receive four compensatory selections in 2017 NFL Draft . Denver Broncos . February 24, 2017 . February 24, 2017 . https://web.archive.org/web/20170225054206/http://www.denverbroncos.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Broncos-receive-four-compensatory-selections-in-2017-NFL-Draft/6742fa51-993d-4b3f-a7b1-89e24ceb21aa . February 25, 2017 . dead .
  75. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos make flurry of trades, land TE Jake Butt on Day 3 of NFL draft . The Denver Post . April 29, 2017 . April 29, 2017.
  76. News: Renck, Troy . Vernon Davis traded to Denver Broncos from San Francisco . The Denver Post . November 2, 2015 . November 2, 2015.
  77. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos acquire tight end A.J. Derby in trade with Patriots . The Denver Post . October 25, 2016 . October 25, 2016.
  78. Web site: NFL draft trade tracker . . April 30, 2016 . April 30, 2016.
  79. Web site: Mason, Andrew . Broncos announce college free-agent signings . Denver Broncos . May 13, 2017 . May 13, 2017 . https://web.archive.org/web/20171005110417/http://www.denverbroncos.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Broncos-announce-college-free-agent-signings/f7b70b0f-c6e8-48fa-9d7e-6f46d5139067 . October 5, 2017 . dead . mdy-all .
  80. News: Wolfe, Cameron . Broncos sign rookie OL, roster full again at 90 . The Denver Post . June 6, 2017 . June 6, 2017.
  81. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Four Broncos on NFI or PUP; rookie DeMarcus Walker gifts mom; Garett Bolles likes his chances at LT . The Denver Post . July 24, 2017 . July 24, 2017.
  82. Web site: DiLalla, Aric . Broncos to sign cornerback Marcus Rios to active roster . Denver Broncos . December 1, 2017 . December 1, 2017 . https://web.archive.org/web/20171201234704/http://www.denverbroncos.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Broncos-to-sign-cornerback-Marcus-Rios-to-active-roster/bf97930a-cc84-46ca-a05b-683d590d5d0d . December 1, 2017 . dead .
  83. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos promote practice-squad S Dymonte Thomas to active roster . The Denver Post . December 14, 2017 . December 14, 2017.
  84. News: Kosmider, Nick . Broncos first-round pick Garett Bolles wins starting left tackle job . The Denver Post . August 21, 2017 . August 21, 2017.
  85. News: Jhalvala, Nicki . Broncos OLB Shane Ray has torn ligament in wrist, will miss 6-8 weeks . The Denver Post . July 28, 2017 . July 28, 2017.
  86. News: Jhalvala, Nicki . Broncos form initial active roster; waive QB Kyle Sloter . The Denver Post . September 2, 2017 . September 2, 2017.
  87. Web site: Swanson, Ben . Broncos activate OLB Shane Ray from injured reserve . Denver Broncos . October 30, 2017 . October 30, 2017 . https://web.archive.org/web/20171031005940/http://www.denverbroncos.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Broncos-activate-OLB-Shane-Ray-from-injured-reserve/270b9fc0-76be-4b84-8e63-662df9baafe1 . October 31, 2017 . dead .
  88. News: Jhalvala, Nicki . Broncos rookie WR Carlos Henderson to have thumb surgery . The Denver Post . August 12, 2017 . August 12, 2017.
  89. News: Jhalvala, Nicki . Broncos DE Billy Winn out for season after suffering serious knee injury . The Denver Post . August 11, 2017 . August 11, 2017.
  90. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Shane Ray, Jake Butt return to Broncos practice; LB Brandon Marshall added to injury list . The Denver Post . October 18, 2017 . October 18, 2017.
  91. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos WRs Emmanuel Sanders, Isaiah McKenzie out for Week 7 with ankle sprains . The Denver Post . October 16, 2017 . October 16, 2017.
  92. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Todd Davis, Emmanuel Sanders among Broncos inactives vs. Chiefs . The Denver Post . October 30, 2017 . October 30, 2017.
  93. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos place DE Derek Wolfe (neck) on injured reserve, swap practice-squad O-linemen . The Denver Post . December 5, 2017 . December 5, 2017.
  94. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Suspensions for Aqib Talib, Michael Crabtree reduced to one game apiece . The Denver Post . November 29, 2017 . November 29, 2017.
  95. Web site: DiLalla, Aric . Broncos release 2017 schedule . The Denver Post . April 20, 2017 . April 20, 2017 . https://web.archive.org/web/20170421045811/http://www.denverbroncos.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Broncos-release-2017-schedule/507e4987-7e50-4e74-93fa-5088e376af4d . April 21, 2017 . dead .
  96. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos survive late Chargers push, give Vance Joseph first win as Denver coach . The Denver Post . September 12, 2017 . September 12, 2017.
  97. Web site: Legwold, Jeff . Beth Mowins, Vance Joseph and Anthony Lynn make Monday a historical night . . September 11, 2017 . September 11, 2017.
  98. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Trevor Siemian, Broncos roll over Cowboys in stunning Week 2 victory . The Denver Post . September 17, 2017 . September 17, 2017.
  99. News: Boxscore finder: Denver Broncos vs Dallas Cowboys . pro-football-reference.com . September 17, 2017 . September 17, 2017.
  100. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos felled by penalties, turnovers on the road in loss to Bills . The Denver Post . September 24, 2017 . September 24, 2017.
  101. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Von Miller among 32 Broncos players who take a knee for national anthem . The Denver Post . September 24, 2017 . September 24, 2017.
  102. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Behind explosive run game and stout defense, Broncos eke out win over Raiders . The Denver Post . October 1, 2017 . October 1, 2017.
  103. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Stunner: Broncos crushed at home by depleted New York Giants . The Denver Post . October 15, 2017 . October 15, 2017.
  104. News: Jhabvala, Nicki. Broncos to wear all-blue uniforms vs. Giants. The Denver Post. October 9, 2017. October 9, 2017.
  105. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos turn in dud vs. Chargers to take first shutout loss since 1992 . The Denver Post . October 22, 2017 . October 12, 2017.
  106. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Kosmider, Nick . Broncos' frustration builds after biggest play is called back . The Denver Post . October 22, 2017 . October 12, 2017.
  107. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Five turnovers and third-straight loss: Broncos find more problems in Kansas City . The Denver Post . October 31, 2017 . October 31, 2017.
  108. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Denver Broncos reach new low in drubbing by Philadelphia Eagles . The Denver Post . November 5, 2017 . November 5, 2017.
  109. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos beat themselves, then lose to Patriots in blowout . The Denver Post . November 12, 2017 . November 12, 2017.
  110. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Another low: Broncos fall to Bengals for first time at home in more than 40 years . The Denver Post . November 19, 2017 . November 19, 2017.
  111. News: Saunders, Patrick . Red Miller joins Broncos Ring of Fame; Terrell Davis celebrates Hall of Fame induction with fans . The Denver Post . November 19, 2017 . November 19, 2017.
  112. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos fall to Raiders as tempers flare and injuries pile up . The Denver Post . November 26, 2017 . November 26, 2017.
  113. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos fall deeper into their pit of misery with blowout loss to Dolphins . The Denver Post . December 3, 2017 . December 3, 2017.
  114. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos snap eight-game losing streak with shutout victory over Jets . The Denver Post . December 10, 2017 . December 10, 2017.
  115. News: Stephens, Matt . By shutting out the Jets, the Broncos just did something they hadn't since 1992 . The Denver Post . December 10, 2017 . December 10, 2017.
  116. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Brock Osweiler fills in for injured Trevor Siemian, guides Broncos to comeback win in Indy . The Denver Post . December 14, 2017 . December 14, 2017.
  117. News: Boxscore finder: Denver Broncos vs Indianapolis Colts . pro-football-reference.com . December 14, 2017 . December 14, 2017.
  118. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos turn in a dud with a dougle-digit loss to Redskins . The Denver Post . December 24, 2017 . December 24, 2017.
  119. Web site: Schefter, Adam . Washington NFL team to use 'Washington Football Team' for 2020 season . . July 23, 2020 . July 23, 2020.
  120. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos' late rally falls short as Chiefs win in regular-season finale . The Denver Post . December 31, 2017 . December 31, 2017.
  121. News: Kosmider, Nick . C.J. Anderson becomes first Broncos running back since 2013 to rush for 1,000 yards . The Denver Post . January 1, 2018 . January 1, 2018.
  122. News: Boxscore finder: Denver Broncos vs Kansas City Chiefs . pro-football-reference.com . December 31, 2017 . December 31, 2017.
  123. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Trevor Siemian named Broncos' starting quarterback for 2017 . The Denver Post . August 21, 2017 . August 21, 2017.
  124. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Brock Osweiler replaces Trevor Siemian as Broncos' starting quarterback . The Denver Post . November 1, 2017 . November 1, 2017.
  125. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Paxton Lynch named Broncos' starting QB vs. Oakland . The Denver Post . November 22, 2017 . November 22, 2017.
  126. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Paxton Lynch out with ankle sprain; Trevor Siemian named starter again for Broncos . The Denver Post . November 27, 2017 . November 27, 2017.
  127. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Trevor Siemian out for season with shoulder injury . The Denver Post . December 15, 2017 . December 15, 2017.
  128. News: Miller Passes Mecklenburg For 2nd All-Time On Broncos Sack List . . October 22, 2017 . October 22, 2017.
  129. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Von Miller sets Broncos record and dances in shutout win over Jets . The Denver Post . December 10, 2017 . December 10, 2017.
  130. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Von Miller named Pro Bowl defensive MVP after win-sealing strip-sack . The Denver Post . January 28, 2018 . January 28, 2018.
  131. Web site: Denver Broncos 2017 Weekly Press Release . Denver Broncos . September 17, 2017 . September 17, 2017 . NOTE: Search for page 17. . September 20, 2017 . https://web.archive.org/web/20170920022848/http://media.denverbroncos.com/images/9008/Releases/170924_Buffalo.pdf . dead .
  132. News: Demaryius Thomas Reaches 8,000 Career Receiving Yards . The Denver Post . October 17, 2017 . October 17, 2017.
  133. Web site: Shannon Sharpe stats . pro-football-reference.com . November 26, 2017 . November 26, 2017.
  134. Web site: Rod Smith stats . pro-football-reference.com . November 26, 2017 . November 26, 2017.
  135. News: Jhabvala, Nicki . Broncos lose 3 defensive starters to injury, ejection; Demaryius Thomas reaches milestone; more notes . The Denver Post . November 26, 2017 . November 26, 2017.
  136. News: Groke, Nick . Demaryius Thomas flashes back into view in Broncos' blowout of the Jets. His receiving streak is still on the line. . The Denver Post . December 10, 2017 . December 10, 2017.
  137. Web site: Swanson, Ben . Trevor Siemian, C.J. Anderson win FedEx Air and Ground Players of the Week honors . Denver Broncos . September 21, 2017 . September 21, 2017 . https://web.archive.org/web/20170922004257/http://www.denverbroncos.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Trevor-Siemian-CJ-Anderson-win-FedEx-Air-and-Ground-Players-of-the-Week-honors/1f446281-4b06-4b27-979b-570e4a1a0688 . September 22, 2017 . dead .
  138. Web site: DiLalla, Aric . LT Garett Bolles named to PFWA's All-Rookie team . Denver Broncos . January 16, 2018 . January 16, 2018 . https://web.archive.org/web/20180116220310/http://www.denverbroncos.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/LT-Garett-Bolles-named-to-PFWAs-All-Rookie-team/68391118-db74-432b-9412-d0222491099f . January 16, 2018 . dead .
  139. Web site: Swanson, Ben . The Squeeze: Von Miller earns PFWA All-NFL, All-AFC nods . Denver Broncos . January 15, 2018 . January 15, 2018 . https://web.archive.org/web/20180115223409/http://www.denverbroncos.com/news-and-blogs/article-squeeze/The-Squeeze-Von-Miller-earns-PFWA-All-NFL-All-AFC-nods/80bae2a4-069f-472d-b013-370328de8cbb . January 15, 2018 . dead .
  140. Web site: DiLalla, Aric . Von Miller, Aqib Talib named to 2018 Pro Bowl . Denver Broncos . December 20, 2017 . December 20, 2017 . https://web.archive.org/web/20171222013927/http://www.denverbroncos.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Von-Miller-Aqib-Talib-named-to-2018-Pro-Bowl/9a0a3984-b833-4531-a056-46a9abaf6e08 . December 22, 2017 . dead .
  141. Web site: Swanson, Ben . Von Miller selected second-team All-Pro for 2017 season . Denver Broncos . January 5, 2018 . January 5, 2018 . https://web.archive.org/web/20180105192742/http://www.denverbroncos.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Von-Miller-selected-second-team-All-Pro-for-2017-season/64e3fb39-9df8-43fe-bcc3-c7deac1f5044 . January 5, 2018 . dead .
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