2021 Denver Broncos season explained

Team:Denver Broncos
Year:2021
Record:7–10
Division Place:4th AFC West
Coach:Vic Fangio
Owner:The Bowlen family (via Pat Bowlen’s estate)
General Manager:George Paton
Stadium:Empower Field at Mile High
Playoffs:Did not qualify
Ap All-Pros:FS Justin Simmons
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The 2021 season was the Denver Broncos' 52nd season in the National Football League (NFL) and the 62nd overall. It was also the final season under the ownership of Pat Bowlen's estate who owned the team since the 1984 season.

2021 marked the first season since 2011 in which John Elway did not serve as general manager, as he relinquished those duties shortly after the end of the 2020 season. Elway remained part of the Broncos' personnel, as the president of football operations, and led the hiring of new general manager George Paton.

The Broncos started 3–0, albeit against teams who would combine for a 11–40 record (New York Giants, Jacksonville Jaguars and New York Jets), but after that, the Broncos' performance was memorably bad, going 4–10 the rest of the way, including losing their last four games. The Broncos' slightly improved on their 5–11 record from 2020, but missed the playoffs for a sixth consecutive season and suffered their fifth consecutive losing season—both the second-longest in franchise history following a loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 17.[1] [2] Linebacker Von Miller, the Broncos' franchise record-holder for the most career sacks, was traded to the Los Angeles Rams at mid-season.[3]

Statistically, the Broncos' ranked third in scoring defense, and their defense also ranked within the top 10 in total yards and passing yards. However, their offense ranked in the bottom 10 in points scored, scoring 30+ points only twice and failing to reach 20 points in 9 of their 17 games, resulting in the firing of head coach Vic Fangio after three seasons.[4]

Coaching changes

Front office changes

Roster changes

Future contracts

All players listed below were signed to reserve/future contracts on January 4, unless noted otherwise. The signings include all ten players who were on the practice squad of the final roster at the end of the 2020 season. Each player was officially added to the active roster on March 17—the first day of the 2021 league year.[12]

PositionPlayerNotes
waived August 31,[13] assigned to the practice squad on September 1,
promoted to the active roster on January 7[14]
traded to the Detroit Lions on August 31[15]
WR waived February 2[16]
waived June 7[17]
waived May 3[18]
RB waived August 31, assigned to the practice squad on September 1,
promoted to the active roster on September 22,[19] waived October 26,[20]
assigned to the practice squad on October 27,[21]
promoted to the active roster on December 4,[22] waived December 21,[23]
assigned to the practice squad on December 23[24]
WR waived August 31, assigned to the practice squad on September 1,
promoted to the active roster on September 14[25]
waived February 2
signed January 5,[26] waived July 27[27]
OT waived February 2
designated as waived/injured on August 17,[28]
assigned to the practice squad on December 28,[29]
released from the practice squad on January 3

Free agents

Unrestricted

PositionPlayer2021 teamNotes
signed with the Bears on March 21[30]
signed with the Raiders on June 17[31]
Chicago Bears signed with the Bears on June 18[32]
LB Chicago Bears originally an RFA, signed with the Bears on May 17[33]
LB None retired on July 11[34]
Denver Broncos re-signed March 15[35]
Denver Broncos contract option for 2021 declined on March 15,[36] re-signed March 24[37]
LB signed with the Buccaneers on May 5[38]
originally an RFA, assigned right-of-first-refusal tender on March 16,
tender rescinded on March 18,[39] signed with the Texans on March 19[40]
LB Denver Broncos contract option for 2021 picked up on March 16[41]
S signed with the Chiefs on May 6[42]
S Denver Broncos assigned franchise tag on March 5,[43] re-signed March 19[44]
originally an RFA
Houston Texans signed with the Texans on April 16[45]
Chicago Bears signed with the Bears on March 23[46]
DT
Note: Unrestricted free agents who were originally Restricted free agents (RFA) had three accrued seasons whose contracts expired at the end of the previous season, and did not receive a qualifying offer before the start of the 2021 league year on March 17.

Restricted and exclusive-rights

PositionPlayerTag2021 teamNotes
ERFA Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 16,[47] re-signed May 17[48]
LB RFA Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 16, re-signed May 20[49]
RFA Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 16, re-signed May 18,[50]
waived August 31
RFA Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 16, re-signed May 18
WR ERFA Denver Broncos assigned tender on March 16, re-signed April 16[51]

Signings

PositionPlayer2020 team(s)Notes
signed March 18,[52] placed on injured reserve on September 1,[53]
activated October 16[54]
None signed May 17, designated as waived/injured on August 4[55]
signed May 17, waived May 20
None signed June 17,[56] released August 6[57]
signed March 17,[58] placed on injured reserve on January 7
CB None signed August 2,[59] waived August 17,
assigned to the practice squad on September 14
released from the practice squad on October 5,[60]
re-signed to the practice squad on October 13,[61]
released from the practice squad on November 2[62]
New York Giants signed May 20, released August 31,
re-signed September 1
CB Detroit Lionsclaimed off waivers from the Lions on September 1,[63]
placed on injured reserve on October 16, activated November 6[64]
CB signed March 20[65]
signed December 28
Minnesota Vikings signed July 27, placed on injured reserve August 23
signed June 7, waived August 17
RB signed August 17, designated as waived/injured on August 23[66]
LB signed September 22
RB claimed off waivers from the Ravens on September 1,
waived September 23[67]
signed February 11,[68] waived August 31
OT Chicago Bears signed May 12[69]
WR None signed September 28,[70] released October 19,[71]
assigned to the practice squad on October 20,
released from the practice squad on November 9[72]
LB signed September 23
LB Los Angeles Rams claimed off waivers from the Rams on January 10,[73]
waived June 17
WR None signed June 17, waived August 31
Jacksonville Jaguars signed May 4[74]
CB signed August 4,[75] waived August 31,
assigned to the practice squad on September 7,[76]
released from the practice squad on October 26
Minnesota Vikings signed April 6,[77] released August 31,
re-signed September 1
LB signed May 17, released August 23,
assigned to the practice squad on October 19
signed July 27, waived August 8[78]
WR None signed May 18, waived July 20[79]

Departures

PositionPlayerNotes
waived December 18[80]
designated as waived/injured on August 17
released February 10[81]
released February 25[82]
waived August 31, assigned to the practice squad on September 1,[83]
promoted to the active roster on October 20,[84]
waived December 4,
promoted to the active roster on January 7
CB waived November 9, assigned to the practice squad on November 10
released May 4
waived August 31
RB waived September 1[85]
released August 31, assigned to the practice squad on September 1
WR waived with a non-football injury designation on May 18
DE waived September 1, promoted to the active roster on January 3[86]
DE waived February 2
waived February 2
released May 14, eleven days after an Achilles tendon rupture[87]
CB waived August 31
waived August 31, assigned to the practice squad on September 1,
promoted to the active roster on September 28
waived August 31, assigned to the practice squad on September 1,
promoted to the active roster on November 9
waived August 31
released March 23[88]
LB waived August 24[89]

Draft

See main article: 2021 NFL draft.

2021 Denver Broncos Draft
RoundSelectionPlayerPositionCollegeNotes
9signed May 18,[90] placed on injured reserve on January 7
2 35signed July 24[91]
3 98signed July 24
105signed July 23[92]
4None—see table below
5 152signed May 13[93]
164S signed May 13
6 219signed May 13, waived August 31,
assigned to the practice squad on September 1,
promoted to the active roster on January 3
7 237CB signed May 13,
traded to the Philadelphia Eagles on November 2[94]
239LB Ohio State signed June 15[95]
253DE signed May 13, waived August 31,
assigned to the practice squad on September 1

Draft trades

Trade partnerBroncos giveBroncos receiveSource
original 2021 second-round selection—No. 40
2021 fourth-round selection—No. 114 		2021 second-round selection—No. 35
2021 sixth-round selection—No. 219 		[96]
original 2021 sixth-round selection—No. 191 [97]
2021 seventh-round selection—No. 253 [98]
2021 third-round selection two 2021 third-round selections—Nos. 98 & 105 [99]
original 2021 third-round selection—No. 71 2021 third-round selection
2021 fifth-round selection—No. 164
2021 seventh-round selection—No. 239 [100]

Undrafted free agents

All undrafted free agents were signed on May 2—one day after the 2021 NFL draft concluded,[101] unless noted otherwise.

2021 Denver Broncos Undrafted Free Agents
PlayerPositionCollegeNotes
waived August 31, assigned to the practice squad on September 1
waived May 17
waived June 17
designated as waived/injured on August 17
waived August 31, assigned to the practice squad on September 1
WR waived August 7[102]
waived August 23
waived August 31, assigned to the practice squad on September 1,
claimed off waivers from the Philadelphia Eagles on November 10[103]
waived November 23[104]
WR waived August 24
LB the only undrafted rookie to make the Week 1 roster,[105]
placed on injured reserve on October 19
originally signed by the New Orleans Saints,
signed by the Broncos on August 8,
waived August 17
waived August 31
LB waived August 31, assigned to the practice squad on September 1,
promoted to the active roster on October 19, waived October 26,
assigned to the practice squad on October 27,
released from the practice squad on November 30[106]
originally signed by the New Orleans Saints,
signed by the Broncos on August 23,
waived August 31
LB Iowa claimed off waivers from the Baltimore Ravens on August 7,
waived August 31, assigned to the practice squad on September 1,
promoted to the active roster on October 19
assigned to the practice squad on October 27

Post-draft trades

Trade partnerBroncos giveBroncos receiveSource
WR Trinity Benson
2023 sixth-round selection 		2022 fifth- and seventh-round selections
2024 sixth-round selection LB Kenny Young
2024 seventh-round selection 		[107]
2022 second- and third-round selections
2022 seventh-round selection LB Stephen Weatherly
2023 seventh-round selection 		[108]
2022 sixth-round selection
2022 sixth-round selection
2023 seventh-round selection 		LB Jonas Griffith
2022 seventh-round selection 		[109]

Injuries

PositionPlayerTime & type of injuryGames missedSource(s)
knee, Week 12 season-ending injured reserve, starting with Week 13 [110]
knee, Week 13 of the 2020 season physically unable to perform list, Weeks 1–9 [111]
elbow, Week 15 season-ending injured reserve, starting with Week 16
quad, preseason injured reserve, Weeks 1–5 [112]
concussion, Week 15 Week 16, season-ending injured reserve, starting with Week 17
CB knee, Week 8 injured reserve, Weeks 9–13 [113] [114]
ankle, preseason Week 1 [115]
bone spur in ankle, Week 2 injured reserve, Weeks 3–11 [116]
CB hamstring, Week 1 injured reserve, Weeks 2–4 [117]
shoulder, Week 17 season-ending injured reserve, Week 18
CB knee, Week 14 of the 2020 season physically unable to perform list, Weeks 1–8 [118]
CB knee, Week 5 injured reserve, Weeks 6–8
ankle, Week 10 season-ending injured reserve, starting with Week 9
LB hamstring, Week 3 injured reserve, Weeks 5–7 [119] [120]
torn ACL, Week 3 season-ending injured reserve, starting with Week 4 [121]
S back, Week 17 season-ending injured reserve, Week 18
WR high ankle sprain, Week 1 injured reserve, Weeks 2–7
LB torn pectoral muscle, Week 2 season-ending injured reserve, starting with Week 3 [122]
LB torn pectoral muscle, Week 6 season-ending injured reserve, starting with Week 7
ruptured biceps, preseason injured reserve, missed the entire 2021 season [123]
LB groin, Week 7 injured reserve, Weeks 8–13
LB ankle, Week 7 Week 8 [124]
LB hamstring, Week 6 season-ending injured reserve, starting with Week 7
CB hamstring, preseason injured reserve, Weeks 1–13
TE hamstring, October 6 practice injured reserve, Weeks 5–7 [125]
G elbow, Week 17 season-ending injured reserve, Week 18
CB calf, Week 17 season-ending injured reserve, Week 18
elbow, Week 16 season-ending injured reserve, starting with Week 17

Von Miller trade

On November 1, linebacker Von Miller was traded to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for the Rams' second- and third-round selections in the 2022 NFL draft. Miller left the team as the franchise record-holder for the most career sacks in Denver Broncos' history. He was selected to the Pro Bowl eight times and received the first-team All-Pro honor three times. He also received MVP honors in Super Bowl 50, when the Broncos defeated the Carolina Panthers in 2015.[3]

Practice squad elevations

Each NFL team is permitted to elevate up to two players from the practice squad to the active game day roster per week, with those designated players being allowed to return to the practice squad up to two times without being exposed to waivers. If a practice squad player is elevated to the game day roster for a third time, that player will be required to clear waivers before returning to the practice squad. Teams are also permitted to protect a maximum of four practice squad players to prevent opposing teams from signing those players to their active rosters.[126]

WeekPlayer(s) promotedSource
1
2 [127]
4 LB Curtis Robinson, G Austin Schlottmannn [128]
5
6 WRs John Brown and Tyrie Cleveland
7 [129]
8
9 DE Jonathan Harris, G Austin Schlottmannn, LB Barrington Wade
10
12 OT Quinn Bailey
16 OT Quinn Bailey [130]
17 [131]
18 S Ha Ha Clinton-Dix

Note: Damarea Crockett and Curtis Robinson were elevated in Week 10 as COVID-19 replacements.[111]

COVID-19 designations

Personnel

Final roster

Preseason

The Broncos' preseason schedule was announced on May 12.[146]

WeekDateOpponentResultRecordVenueRecap
1at Minnesota VikingsW 33–61–0U.S. Bank StadiumRecap
2at Seattle SeahawksW 30–32–0Lumen FieldRecap
3Los Angeles RamsW 17–123–0Empower Field at Mile HighRecap

Regular season

Schedule

The Broncos' 2021 schedule was announced on May 12. Until the Week 18 flex, the Broncos would not have appeared on Monday Night Football for the first time since 1991.[146]

WeekDateOpponentResultRecordVenueRecap
1September 12at New York GiantsW 27–131–0MetLife StadiumRecap
2September 19at Jacksonville JaguarsW 23–132–0TIAA Bank FieldRecap
3September 26New York JetsW 26–03–0Empower Field at Mile HighRecap
4October 3Baltimore RavensL 7–233–1Empower Field at Mile HighRecap
5October 10at Pittsburgh SteelersL 19–273–2Heinz FieldRecap
6October 17Las Vegas RaidersL 24–343–3Empower Field at Mile HighRecap
7at Cleveland BrownsL 14–173–4FirstEnergy StadiumRecap
8October 31Washington Football TeamW 17–104–4Empower Field at Mile HighRecap
9November 7at Dallas CowboysW 30–165–4AT&T StadiumRecap
10November 14Philadelphia EaglesL 13–305–5Empower Field at Mile HighRecap
11Bye
12November 28Los Angeles ChargersW 28–136–5Empower Field at Mile HighRecap
13December 5at Kansas City ChiefsL 9–226–6Arrowhead StadiumRecap
14December 12Detroit LionsW 38–107–6Empower Field at Mile HighRecap
15December 19Cincinnati BengalsL 10–157–7Empower Field at Mile HighRecap
16December 26at Las Vegas RaidersL 13–177–8Allegiant StadiumRecap
17January 2at Los Angeles ChargersL 13–347–9SoFi StadiumRecap
18Kansas City ChiefsL 24–287–10Empower Field at Mile HighRecap
Note: Intra-division opponents are in bold text.

Game summaries

Week 1: at New York Giants

After a scoreless first quarter, a 23-yard field goal by placekicker Brandon McManus gave the Broncos the early lead. The drive was extended after Teddy Bridgewater, the Broncos' fifth different Week 1 starting quarterback in as many seasons, completed a 15-yard pass to wide receiver Tim Patrick on a 4th-and-7 at the Giants' 37-yard line. The Giants took a 7–3 lead on their first possession of the second quarter, with a 37-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Daniel Jones to wide receiver Sterling Shepard. It was the only time in the game that the Broncos would trail. After tight end Albert Okwuegbunam lost a fumble deep in Giants' territory, the Broncos took the lead for good with 24 unanswered points. Just before halftime, Bridgewater connected with Patrick on a 2-yard touchdown pass, three plays after another fourth down gamble near midfield. On the initial possession of the second half, Okwuegbunam atoned for his earlier fumble, with a 4-yard touchdown reception from Bridgewater on a 4th-and-1. The drive was extended after a fumble by wide receiver Jerry Jeudy at the Giants' 13-yard line was overturned by a booth review. The Giants advanced deep into Broncos' territory on their next possession; however, Broncos' linebacker Josey Jewell forced a fumble off Jones at the 15-yard line. The Broncos took advantage of the turnover, and increased their lead to 20–7 early in the fourth quarter, with a 36-yard field goal by McManus. The Giants reached the Broncos' 6-yard line with 6:30 remaining in the game, hoping for a rally, but the Broncos' defense forced a turnover on downs. Four plays later, the Broncos put the game out of reach, with a 70-yard touchdown run by running back Melvin Gordon.[147]

Week 2: at Jacksonville Jaguars

After surrendering a 25-yard touchdown pass from Jaguars' quarterback Trevor Lawrence to wide receiver Marvin Jones on the game's opening drive, the Broncos reeled off 23 unanswered points. After getting on the scoreboard with a 32-yard field goal by placekicker Brandon McManus, quarterback Teddy Bridgewater threw a pair of touchdown passes—a 12-yarder to wide receiver Tim Patrick in the second quarter, followed in the third quarter by a 14-yarder to tight end Noah Fant. Jaguars' placekicker Josh Lambo missed on two field goal attempts in the second quarter, while McManus added two more field goals—a 46-yarder late in the third quarter, followed by a 50-yarder with 5:42 remaining in the game. After the latter field goal, Jaguars' return specialist Jamal Agnew returned the ensuing kickoff 102 yards for a touchdown that pulled the Jaguars to within a 23–13 deficit. However, the Broncos' defense denied the two-point conversion attempt that would have pulled the Jaguars to within a one-score deficit. The Broncos then proceeded to run out the clock.[148]

Week 3: vs. New York Jets

The Broncos' defense sacked Jets' rookie quarterback Zach Wilson five times and forced two interceptions, in a dominating 26–0 win. Offensively, running backs Javonte Williams and Melvin Gordon each rushed for a 1-yard touchdown, and placekicker Brandon McManus added four field goals. It was the Broncos' second consecutive shutout of the Jets in Denver, following a 23–0 win in 2017. The Broncos started 3–0 for the first time since 2016.[149]

Week 4: vs. Baltimore Ravens

The Broncos' offense struggled and the defense surrendered 405 yards, in a 23–7 loss to the Ravens. After a scoreless first quarter, the Broncos took a 7–0 lead early in the second quarter, with a 3-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Teddy Bridgewater to tight end Noah Fant. However, the Broncos' offense sputtered for the remainder of the game, and Bridgewater entered concussion protocol just before halftime. Backup quarterback Drew Lock took over in the second half, and was sacked five times. The Broncos went 3-for-14 on third down, failed to cross midfield until their last possession, when Lock was intercepted in the end zone with only ten seconds remaining in the game, and the Broncos trailing 23–7. Defensively, the Broncos' yielded two touchdowns in the second quarter—an 11-yard run by Ravens' running back Latavius Murray and a 49-yard pass from quarterback Lamar Jackson to wide receiver Marquise Brown. Placekicker Justin Tucker added three field goals—a 40-yarder at the end of the first half, followed by a 46- and 20-yarder in the fourth quarter.[150]

Week 5: at Pittsburgh Steelers

A slow offensive start and three critical penalties proved costly for the Broncos, in a 27–19 loss to the Steelers. The Broncos trailed 10–3 after the defense surrendered a 50-yard touchdown pass from Steelers' quarterback Ben Roethlisberger to wide receiver Diontae Johnson on the game's opening drive, followed by a 48-yard field goal by placekicker Chris Boswell. In between, a 39-yard field goal by placekicker Brandon McManus got the Broncos on the scoreboard late in the first quarter. Midway through the second quarter, the Broncos reached the Steelers' 2-yard line after running back Javonte Williams was stopped just short of the goal line following a 49-yard run. However, Williams was flagged for a 5-yard delay of game penalty after spiking the football in anger. The Broncos lost 10 more yards after quarterback Teddy Bridgewater was sacked, forcing the Broncos to settle for a 29-yard field goal by McManus. On the Steelers' ensuing possession, Broncos' cornerback Kyle Fuller was flagged for a defensive pass interference penalty on a 3rd-and-15 from the 18-yard line. Instead of forcing a field goal attempt, the Steelers capitalized and increased their lead to 17–6 just before the two-minute warning, with a 1-yard touchdown run by running back Najee Harris.[151] [152]

The Broncos' offense stalled near midfield on the opening possession of the second half, and the Steelers methodically marched down to the Broncos' 33-yard line, and Boswell kicked a 51-yard field goal. However, Broncos' defensive end Dre'Mont Jones was flagged for a 15-yard leverage penalty on the field goal attempt, and instead of taking the three points, the Steelers elected for the first down. Three plays later, Roethlisberger connected with wide receiver Chase Claypool on an 18-yard touchdown to give the Steelers a 24–6 lead late in the third quarter. The Broncos' offense finally got into the end zone on their next possession, with a 2-yard touchdown pass from Bridgewater to wide receiver Kendall Hinton. After forcing a Steelers' punt, the Broncos narrowed the Steelers lead to 24–19, with wide receiver Courtland Sutton, playing on his 26th birthday, receiving a 39-yard touchdown pass from Bridgewater with 5:54 remaining in the game. However, the two-point conversion attempt was unsuccessful. The Steelers responded, with a 43-yard field goal by Boswell with 2:33 remaining in the game. Without any timeouts, the Broncos had one last possession, and faced a 4th-and-goal at the 3-yard line with 17 seconds remaining. However, Bridgewater was intercepted by Steelers' cornerback James Pierre in the end zone, ending the Broncos' rally attempt.[151] [152]

Week 6: vs. Las Vegas Raiders

Each team reached the end zone on their initial possessions—Raiders' quarterback Derek Carr connected on a 48-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Henry Ruggs, while Broncos' quarterback Teddy Bridgewater connected on a 23-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Tim Patrick. However, the Broncos' struggled on both sides of the ball, and surrendered 17 unanswered points. The defense surrendered seven completions by Carr of at least 25 yards. Following a 50-yard field goal by Raiders' placekicker Daniel Carlson, Bridgewater was intercepted by cornerback Brandon Facyson late in the first quarter; however, Carlson hit the right upright on a 43-yard field goal attempt. Two touchdowns by running back Kenyan Drake—a 31-yard pass from Carr just before halftime, followed by an 18-yard run early in the third quarter—gave the Raiders a 24–7 lead. Following a 32-yard field goal by Broncos' placekicker Brandon McManus and a subsequent Raiders' punt, Bridgewater committed a fumble, and the Raiders extended their lead to 31–10 near the end of the third quarter, with running back Josh Jacobs rushing for a 1-yard touchdown. The Broncos responded on their next possession, with a 12-yard touchdown pass from Bridgewater to wide receiver Courtland Sutton. A 30-yard field goal by Carlson increased the Raiders' lead to 34–17 at the 8-minute mark of the fourth quarter. Following an interception by Bridgewater and a Raiders' punt, the Broncos narrowed the Raiders' lead to 34–24 with only 1:17 remaining in the game, with a 4-yard touchdown pass from Bridgewater to tight end Noah Fant. The Broncos recovered the onside kick, and used their final team timeout with 59 seconds remaining. Two plays later, Bridgewater threw his third interception to end the game.[153]

Week 7: at Cleveland Browns

The Browns took a 10–0 lead after the first quarter, courtesy of a 4-yard touchdown run by running back D'Ernest Johnson, followed by a 52-yard field goal by placekicker Chase McLaughlin, who later had a 41-yard attempt blocked by Broncos' defensive end Shelby Harris at the 2-minute warning. The Broncos' offense failed to advance past their own 34-yard line on four of their five first half possessions; quarterback Teddy Bridgewater was intercepted in the end zone by Browns' safety John Johnson on a pass from the Browns' 34-yard line in a scoreless second quarter. The Broncos finally got on the scoreboard midway through the third quarter, with Bridgewater connecting with running back Melvin Gordon on an 8-yard touchdown pass. However, the Browns responded on their next possession, with a 1-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Case Keenum to fullback Johnny Stanton near the end of the third quarter. Following an exchange of punts, the Broncos narrowed the deficit to 17–14, with Bridgewater's second touchdown pass of the game—a 10-yarder to running back Javonte Williams with 5:23 remaining in the game. However, the Broncos' defense was unable to prevent the Browns from running out the clock, surrendering 52 rushing yards to D'Ernest Johnson on the Browns' game-clinching drive.[154]

Notes:

With the loss, the Broncos' 6-game winning streak in Cleveland was snapped. The Browns' last home win over the Broncos was a 16–13 victory in 1989.[155]

This was also linebacker Von Miller's final game in a Broncos' uniform. Miller was inactive for the team's next game vs. the Washington Football Team on October 31, and he was traded to the Los Angeles Rams the following day (November 1).[3]

Week 8: vs. Washington Football Team

Following a scoreless first quarter, each team exchanged field goals—a 45-yarder by Broncos' placekicker Brandon McManus and a 52-yarder by Washington placekicker Chris Blewitt; the latter also had a 45-yard attempt blocked by Broncos' defensive end Shelby Harris early in the second quarter. The Broncos took a 10–3 lead just before halftime, with quarterback Teddy Bridgewater connecting with running back Melvin Gordon on a 15-yard touchdown pass. Following an exchange of punts to begin the second half, Washington tied the game, with a 20-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Taylor Heinicke to wide receiver DeAndre Carter near the end of the third quarter. McManus missed wide right on a 53-yard attempt on the Broncos' first possession of the fourth quarter. Washington attempted to take the lead on their next possession, and reached the Broncos' 29-yard line; however, Blewitt's field goal attempt from 47 yards out was blocked again—this one by defensive end Dre'mont Jones at the 9-minute mark of the fourth quarter. Eight plays later, Gordon's second touchdown of the game—a 7-yard run—gave the Broncos a 17–10 lead with 4:31 remaining in the game.[156]

Washington marched down to the Broncos' 11-yard line with 2:37 remaining, hoping for a rally. Following two short completions and the two-minute warning, Heinicke was sacked by linebacker Malik Reed for a 13-yard loss at the 20-yard line. On 4th-and-19, Heinicke was intercepted in the end zone by safety Justin Simmons, ending the threat. With only 37 seconds remaining in the game, the Broncos' attempted to run out the clock. However, after a 1-yard run by running back Javonte Williams, a Washington timeout and an incomplete pass by Bridgewater, Gordon lost a fumble, and Washington recovered at the Broncos' 24-yard line, with only 21 seconds remaining in the game. However, the Broncos' defense subdued Washington's last rally attempt, sacking Heinicke on second down, forcing three incomplete passes and the exhaustion of Washington's two remaining timeouts.[156]

Week 9: at Dallas Cowboys

The Broncos dominated the Cowboys on both sides of the ball and controlled the time of possession by a 2–1 margin, in a dominating and surprising 30–16 road win. Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater threw a 44-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Tim Patrick and rushed for a 1-yard sneak, and running back Melvin Gordon rushed for a 3-yard touchdown. Placekicker Brandon McManus added three field goals—from 27, 42 and 53 yards out. In the first game of the post-Von Miller era, the Broncos' defense limited the Cowboys' No. 1 ranked offense to 290 total yards and denied the Cowboys on four 4th-down attempts. The Broncos led 30–0 with four minutes remaining in the game, and the defense surrendered two touchdown pass from Cowboys' quarterback Dak Prescott to wide receiver Malik Turner (with two successful two-point conversions), but well after the outcome had already been decided in the Broncos' favor. With the win, the Broncos extended their winning streak against the Cowboys to seven games, dating back to 1998.[157] [158]

Week 10: vs. Philadelphia Eagles

The Broncos fell behind 10–0 in the first quarter, with a 30-yard field goal by Eagles' placekicker Jake Elliott, followed by a 36-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Jalen Hurts to wide receiver DeVonta Smith. The Broncos got on the scoreboard in the second quarter, with a 1-yard touchdown run by running back Melvin Gordon. However, after forcing an Eagles' punt, the Broncos reached the red zone, but were forced to settle on a 21-yard field goal by placekicker Brandon McManus. Another touchdown pass from Hurts to Smith—from five yards out—coupled with a 52-yard field goal by Elliott just before halftime, gave the Eagles a 20–10 lead. The Broncos took the opening possession of the second half, and reached the Eagles' 4-yard line. However, the Broncos squandered another red zone opportunity, as McManus' 21-yard field goal attempt was blocked by Eagles' safety K'Von Wallace. After forcing the Eagles to go three-and-out, the Broncos reached the red zone yet again; however, running back Javonte Williams had a 20-yard touchdown run nullified by a holding penalty on tight end Eric Saubert. The Broncos were once again forced to settle for another short field goal by McManus—from 28 yards out. After an interception of Hurts by safety Justin Simmons, the Broncos were attempting to tie the game, and reached the Eagles' 23-yard line; however, Gordon lost a fumble, and Eagles' safety Darius Slay recovered the football and ran for an 83-yard touchdown at the end of the third quarter to give the Eagles a 27–13 lead. Elliott later added a 23-yard field goal midway through the fourth quarter to put the game out of reach. The Broncos' offense went 1-for-11 on third down, scored only one touchdown out of five red zone opportunities, and defensively, surrendered 214 rushing yards to Eagles' running backs.[159]

Week 12: vs. Los Angeles Chargers

A pair of rushing touchdowns—an 11-yarder by quarterback Teddy Bridgewater in the first quarter, followed in the second quarter by a 9-yarder by running back Javonte Williams—gave the Broncos a 14–0 lead over the Chargers. After Bridgewater briefly exited with a lower leg injury late in the first quarter, backup quarterback Drew Lock took over, and completed four passes in seven attempts for only 26 yards, before throwing an interception near midfield with 1:22 remaining in the first half. The Chargers capitalized and got on the scoreboard just before halftime, with a 12-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Justin Herbert to running back Austin Ekeler. The Chargers took the opening possession of the second half, and reached the Broncos' 34-yard line; however, placekicker Dustin Hopkins missed wide left on a 52-yard field goal attempt. After a Broncos' punt, the Chargers once again drove deep into Broncos' territory at the end of a scoreless third quarter, and the Broncos holding on to a 14–7 lead. On the second play of the fourth quarter, with the Chargers facing a 3rd-and-14 from the 23-yard line, Broncos' cornerback Patrick Surtain II made the first of two key interceptions—picking off a pass from Herbert intended for tight end Jared Cook in the end zone for a touchback. The Broncos added to their lead, with Bridgewater's return to the game, and a 10-play, 80-yard drive that culminated in a 1-yard touchdown pass to tight end Eric Saubert. On the Chargers' ensuing possession, Surtain intercepted a pass from Herbert that went through the hands of Ekeler, and scampered down the left sideline for a 70-yard touchdown that put the game out of reach midway through the fourth quarter. The Chargers managed only one more scoring play—a 16-yard touchdown pass from Herbert to Cook (with an unsuccessful two-point conversion attempt) on the ensuing possession, but got no closer.[160]

Week 13: at Kansas City Chiefs

The Broncos' defense limited the Chiefs to 267 total yards of offense and quarterback Patrick Mahomes to 184 yards passing, but their defensive effort was wasted by missed opportunities by their offense and nullified by three costly second half turnovers. The Broncos gained only two net yards in their first two offensive possessions and fell behind 10–0 after a 10-yard touchdown run by Mahomes and a 56-yard field goal by Chiefs' placekicker Harrison Butker. The Broncos got on the scoreboard early in the second quarter, with a 42-yard field goal by placekicker Brandon McManus. After forcing a Chiefs' punt, the Broncos went on a 10-play, 16-yard drive that devoured 10 minutes, but instead of kicking a field goal, the Broncos came up empty at the Chiefs' 8-yard line, after running back Javonte Williams was stopped for a 1-yard loss on 4th-and-2. On the opening possession of the second half, the Broncos were unable to capitalize on an interception of Mahomes by cornerback Patrick Surtain II, and were forced to punt after a three-and-out. A 45-yard field goal by Butker increased the Chiefs' lead to 13–3 at the 5:39 mark of the third quarter. The Broncos blew yet another opportunity, when quarterback Teddy Bridgewater was intercepted by safety Juan Thornhill at the Chiefs' 45-yard line. Eight plays later, Butker's third field goal of the game—from 26 yards out—increased the Chiefs' lead to 16–3 early in the third quarter. The Broncos reached the Chiefs' 27-yard line on their next possession; however, Bridgewater's pass was deflected and intercepted by Chiefs' safety Daniel Sorensen for a 75-yard touchdown (with a missed extra-point attempt). The Broncos' finally reached the end zone, with a 13-yard touchdown pass from Bridgewater to Williams; however the two-point conversion attempt was unsuccessful, keeping the score at 22–9 with 5:19 remaining in the game. The Broncos forced a Chiefs' punt, and in the process, burned two of their team timeouts, hoping for a rally with 2:43 remaining in the game. However, they turned the football over on downs near midfield.[161]

Week 14: vs. Detroit Lions

Running backs Melvin Gordon and Javonte Williams accounted for four of the Broncos' five touchdowns—two rushing by Gordon and one rushing and one receiving by Williams—in a 38–10 rout of the Lions. The Broncos dedicated the win to wide receiver Demaryius Thomas, who died of a medical issue in his Georgia home during the previous week at the age of 33. Thomas, who played wide receiver for the Broncos from 2010 to 2018, ranks third in franchise history in receptions (behind Shannon Sharpe and Rod Smith), second in receiving yards, touchdowns and single-season receptions (all behind Rod Smith), tied with Anthony Miller for the most touchdowns in a single season, and holds the franchise records for 100-yard receiving games and receiving yardage for both a single-game and a single-season.[162] The Broncos also wore a No. 88 decal on their helmets and had a memorial at the Ring of Fame Plaza in honor of Thomas.[163]

Week 15: vs. Cincinnati Bengals

Through the midway point of the third quarter, all of the scoring came by way of the placekickers—53-, 54- and 28-yard field goals by the Bengals' Evan McPherson, and a 54-yard field goal by the Broncos' Brandon McManus. With only 14 seconds before halftime, McManus missed wide-right on a 51-yard attempt, giving the Bengals good field field position. A 40-yard pass completion from Bengals' quarterback Joe Burrow to wide receiver Tyler Boyd set up the 58-yard field goal by McPherson. On the Broncos' second possession of the third quarter, quarterback Teddy Bridgewater suffered a head injury while diving for a first down, and was taken to a Denver-area hospital. Backup quarterback Drew Lock took over for the remainder of the game. Lock connected with wide receiver Tim Patrick on a 25-yard touchdown pass that gave the Broncos a 10–9 lead late in third quarter. However, the Bengals responded two plays later on their next drive, with a 56-yarder touchdown pass from Burrow to Boyd. The Bengals' two-point conversion attempt was unsuccessful, leaving the score at 15–10. The Broncos reached the Bengals' 9-yard line on their next drive; however, Lock was strip-sacked by Bengals' defensive end Khalid Kareem, who advance the football to the Broncos' 42-yard line, before Broncos' offensive tackle Garett Bolles forced a fumble and recovered the football. The Broncos thought they had a new set of downs; however, a booth review revealed that Kareem was ruled down by contact at the 15-yard line after being tackled by Lock. Following an exchange of punts and the exhaustion of all of their team timeouts, the Broncos had one last possession deep in their own territory with only 1:04 remaining in the game, but lost 14 net yards, ending the game.[164]

Week 16: at Las Vegas Raiders

After a scoreless first quarter, the Raiders took the lead early in the second quarter, with a 10-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Derek Carr to wide receiver Hunter Renfrow. The Broncos then scored 13 unanswered points leading up to halftime. First, placekicker Brandon McManus got the Broncos on the scoreboard with a 49-yard field goal. Then, after forcing a fumble off Raiders' running back Josh Jacobs, McManus followed up his first field goal with a 55-yarder. With only 26 seconds before halftime, Broncos' linebacker Bradley Chubb perfectly read a screen pass attempt by Carr and nearly returned an interception for a touchdown, as he was stopped at the Raiders' 1-yard line. On the first play from scrimmage, a 1-yard touchdown run by running back Javonte Williams gave the Broncos a 13–7 lead at halftime. However, the Broncos were held scoreless in the second half, and the Raiders reclaimed the lead on the initial possession of the second half, with a 5-yard touchdown run by Jacobs. The Broncos' defense forced a fumble off of Carr on the Raiders' next possession; however, McManus missed wife left on a 55-yard field goal attempt with 19 seconds remaining in the third quarter. The Raiders added to their lead midway through the fourth quarter, with a 41-yard field goal by placekicker Daniel Carlson. On the Broncos' ensuing possession, tight end Albert Okwuegbunam dropped a critical pass from quarterback Drew Lock in Raiders' territory, on a 2nd-and-10. On the next play, Lock, who was playing in place of regular starter Teddy Bridgewater due to concussion protocols, was sacked for a 6-yard loss. With four minutes left in the game, the Broncos decided to punt; however, their offense never got the football back. After using all of their team timeouts, their defense was unable to stop the Raiders on a critical 3rd-and-2, in which Carr completed a 28-yard pass to tight end Foster Moreau for a game-clinching first down just before the two-minute warning. The Broncos' defense surrendered 160 rushing yards, and their 12 yards of rushing offense was tied for their third-fewest in franchise history.[165]

Week 17: at Los Angeles Chargers

The Broncos' offensive struggles continued and they never recovered from a 17–0 deficit, in a 34–13 loss to the Chargers. The Broncos trailed 20–3 at the beginning of the fourth quarter, with hopes that a 1–yard touchdown run by running back Melvin Gordon would narrow the deficit. However, it was nullified by an illegal formation penalty, and the Broncos were forced to settle on a short 26-yard field goal by placekicker Brandon McManus, who kicked a 61-yarder just before halftime. Chargers' return specialist Andre Roberts returned the ensuing kickoff 101 yards for a touchdown, and the game was put out of reach, with Chargers' quarterback Justin Herbert's second touchdown pass of the game—a 45-yarder to wide receiver Mike Williams. The Broncos' only touchdown of the game occurred at the 6:35 mark of the fourth quarter, in which quarterback Drew Lock connected on a 5-yard pass to tight end Noah Fant, by which time the game had already been decided in the Chargers' favor. With the loss, the Broncos were officially eliminated from postseason contention. The Chargers win also mathematically eliminated the Miami Dolphins, who lost to the Tennessee Titans earlier that day, and the Cleveland Browns, who were scheduled to kick off Sunday Night Football later that evening on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Week 18: vs. Kansas City Chiefs

The Broncos hosted the Chiefs in the 2021 regular season finale. The Chiefs took the early lead, with quarterback Patrick Mahomes connecting with tight end Travis Kelce on a 3-yard touchdown pass. The Broncos responded with two rushing touchdowns by quarterback Drew Lock—a 5-yard run late in the first quarter, followed by a 23-yard run midway through the second quarter. A 34-yard field goal by Chiefs' placekicker Harrison Butker narrowed the Broncos' lead to 14–10 just before the two-minute warning. The Chiefs took the lead on the initial possession of the second half, with Mahomes' second touchdown pass of the game—a 14-yarder to running back Jerick McKinnon. The Broncos responded, with a 47-yard touchdown run by running back Melvin Gordon. Butker's second field goal of the game—a 51-yarder at the beginning of the fourth quarter, narrowed the Broncos' lead to 21–20. The Broncos were attempting to add to their lead, and marched deep into Chiefs' territory, when Chiefs' linebacker Melvin Ingram penetrated into the Broncos' backfield untouched, and forced a fumble off of Gordon. Linebacker Nick Bolton scooped up the football, and returned the fumble 86 yards for a game-changing touchdown (coupled with Mahomes rushing for a successful two-point conversion). This gave the Chiefs a 28–21 lead midway through the fourth quarter. The Broncos reached the Chiefs' 13-yard line in eight plays on their next possession, and faced a 4th-and-9. However, instead of a potential game-tying touchdown, the Broncos settled for a 31-yard field goal by placekicker Brandon McManus with 4:41 remaining in the game. The Broncos' defense was unable to prevent the Chiefs from running out the clock, sealing their 13th consecutive loss to the Chiefs, dating back to 2015.[166]

Standings

Conference

Statistics

Team leaders

CategoryPlayer(s)Value
Passing yards 3,052
Passing touchdowns Teddy Bridgewater 18
Rushing yards 918
Rushing touchdowns Melvin Gordon 8
Receptions 68
Receiving yards 776
Receiving touchdowns 5
Points 111
Kickoff return yards 291
Punt return yards Diontae Spencer 206
Tackles 88
Sacks 6
Forced fumbles Malik Reed 2
Interceptions 5

League rankings

Offense
CategoryValue NFL rank
Total yards330.5 19th
Yards per play5.418th
Rushing yards119.1 YPG13th
Yards per rush4.5T–7th
Passing yards211.4 YPG19th
Yards per pass7.115th
Pass completions354/541 (.654)18th
Total touchdowns37T–21st
Rushing touchdowns16T–14th
Receiving touchdowns20T–25th
Scoring19.7 T–23rd
29/53 (.547)22nd
Third down efficiency82/213 (.385)21st
Fourth down efficiency16/28 (.571)13th
First downs per game19.5T–20th
Fewest sacks allowed40T–19th
Fewest giveaways18T–6th
Fewest penalties836th
Least penalty yardage7116th
Defense
CategoryValue NFL rank
Total yards326.1 YPG8th
Yards per play5.3T–11th
Rushing yards111.3 YPG15th
Yards per rush4.3T–13th
Passing yards214.8 YPG8th
Yards per pass6.9T–9th
Pass completions341/562 (.607)4th
364th
Rushing touchdowns9T–1st
Receiving touchdowns225th
Scoring18.9 PPG3rd
21/43 (.488)3rd
Third down efficiency101/225 (.449)28th
Fourth down efficiency11/26 (.423)4th
First downs per game18.45th
Sacks36T–18th
Takeaways19T–21st
Fewest penalties104T–21st
Least penalty yardage92224th
Special teams
CategoryValue NFL rank
Gross punting46.0 15th
Kickoffs63.8 7th
Punt returns8.2 T–18th
Kick returns16.2 YPR32nd
6.4 YPR3rd
39.4 YPR32nd

Awards and honors

RecipientAward(s)
Week 14: AFC Special Teams Player of the Week[167]
September: AFC Defensive Player of the Month[168]
Week 12: AFC Defensive Player of the Week and NFL Rookie of the Week[169] [170]
Week 9: NFL Rookie of the Week[171]

Pro Bowl and All-Pro selections

On January 14, 2022, safety Justin Simmons was voted to the 2021 All-Pro Team, and named to the Second Team. In addition, offensive tackle Garett Bolles and cornerback Patrick Surtain II were both named first alternates for the Pro Bowl.[172]

External links

Notes and References

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  2. Web site: Broncos eliminated from playoff contention, fall short of winning season in loss to Chargers . www.denverbroncos.com . 31 July 2022.
  3. Web site: Broncos agree to trade with Rams to acquire 2022 second- and third-round picks for OLB Von Miller . Denver Broncos . November 3, 2021 . November 3, 2021.
  4. Web site: Broncos parting ways with HC Vic Fangio after three seasons . NFL.com . 9 January 2022.
  5. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos hire Chris Cook as Offensive Quality Control Coach . Denver Broncos . February 4, 2021 . February 4, 2021.
  6. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos hire Christian Parker as Defensive Backs Coach . Denver Broncos . February 8, 2021 . February 8, 2021.
  7. News: Renck . Troy . Broncos coach Renaldo Hill lands Chargers' defensive coordinator job . . January 25, 2021 . January 25, 2021.
  8. Web site: Dilalla . Aric . 'I got to work with the all-time greatest Bronco': After announcing retirement, Matt Russell reflects on working alongside John Elway . Denver Broncos . January 3, 2021 . January 3, 2021.
  9. Web site: Dilalla . Aric . John Elway announces changes to Broncos football operations . Denver Broncos . January 4, 2021 . January 4, 2021.
  10. Web site: Dilalla . Aric . Broncos agree to terms with George Paton to become general manager . Denver Broncos . January 13, 2021 . January 13, 2021.
  11. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos promote Darren Mougey to Director of Player Personnel. Denver Broncos . May 21, 2021 . May 21, 2021.
  12. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign 10 players to future contracts . Denver Broncos . January 4, 2021 . January 4, 2021.
  13. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos make series of roster transactions to reach 53-man limit . Denver Broncos . August 31, 2021 . August 31, 2021.
  14. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign T Quinn Bailey and WR Tyrie Cleveland to active roster, activate K Brandon McManus and P Sam Martin from Reserve/COVID-19 list . Denver Broncos . January 7, 2022 . January 7, 2022.
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  22. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos promote RB Damarea Crockett to active roster, waive WR Tyrie Cleveland . Denver Broncos . December 4, 2021 . December 4, 2021.
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  30. Web site: Williams . Charean . Jeremiah Attaochu signs two-year deal with Bears . . March 21, 2021 . March 21, 2021.
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  33. Web site: Roster Move: Bears sign LB Austin Calitro. ChicagoBears.com. May 17, 2021.
  34. Web site: Former Steelers LB Anthony Chickillo announces retirement . NFL.com . 11 July 2021.
  35. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos agree to terms on three-year deal with DE Shelby Harris . Denver Broncos . March 15, 2021 . March 15, 2021.
  36. News: Renck . Troy . Broncos decline contract option on Kareem Jackson . . March 15, 2021 . March 15, 2021.
  37. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign S Kareem Jackson to 1-year deal . Denver Broncos . March 24, 2021 . March 24, 2021.
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  39. Web site: Simmons . Miles . Broncos rescind Phillip Lindsay's tender, making him an unrestricted free agent . NBC Sports . March 18, 2021 . March 18, 2021.
  40. Web site: Maya . Adam . Texans signing former Pro Bowl RB Phillip Lindsay to 1-year, $3.25M deal . NFL . March 19, 2021 . March 19, 2021.
  41. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos to pick up Von Miller's contract option for 2021 season . Denver Broncos . March 16, 2021 . March 16, 2021.
  42. Chiefs . We have signed LB Kamalei Correa, WR Chris Finke, and DB Will Parks. . 1390415825664942089 . May 6, 2021 . May 6, 2021.
  43. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos place franchise tag on safety Justin Simmons . Denver Broncos . March 5, 2021 . March 5, 2021.
  44. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Justin Simmons signs new four-year contract with Broncos . Denver Broncos . March 19, 2021 . March 19, 2021.
  45. News: Houston Texans Transactions (4-16-2021) . HoustonTexans.com . April 16, 2021 . April 16, 2021.
  46. Web site: Alper . Josh . Bears sign Elijah Wilkinson . NBC Sports . March 23, 2021 . March 23, 2021.
  47. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos place second-round tenders on RFAs Tim Patrick, Alexander Johnson, also tender Phillip Lindsay, several ERFAs . Denver Broncos . March 16, 2021 . March 16, 2021.
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  49. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . LB Alexander Johnson signs restricted free agent tender . Denver Broncos . May 20, 2021 . May 20, 2021.
  50. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . WR Tim Patrick, S Trey Marshall sign tenders; Broncos sign WR Damion Willis . Denver Broncos . May 18, 2021 . May 18, 2021.
  51. News: Heath . Jon . Broncos returner Diontae Spencer signs 1-year tender . . April 16, 2021 . April 16, 2021.
  52. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos agree to terms with RB Mike Boone . Denver Broncos . March 18, 2021 . March 18, 2021.
  53. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign DL Shamar Stephen, T Cam Fleming, place RB Mike Boone, CB Michael Ojemudia on IR . Denver Broncos . September 1, 2021 . September 1, 2021.
  54. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate RB Mike Boone to 53-man roster, elevate WRs John Brown and Tyrie Cleveland for #LVvsDEN . Denver Broncos . October 16, 2021 . October 16, 2021 . October 16, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20211016203924/https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/broncos-activate-rb-mike-boone-to-53-man-roster-elevate-wrs-john-brown-and-tyrie . dead .
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  56. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign WRs Amara Darboh and De'Mornay Pierson-El . Denver Broncos . June 17, 2021 . June 17, 2021.
  57. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate S Jamar Johnson from Reserve/COVID-19 list . Denver Broncos . August 6, 2021 . August 6, 2021 . August 6, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210806205415/https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/broncos-activate-s-jamar-johnson-from-reserve-covid-19-list . dead .
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  59. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign DB Rojesterman Farris . Denver Broncos . August 2, 2021 . August 2, 2021.
  60. Web site: Broncos sign ILB Avery Williamson and WR Josh Malone to practice squad . Denver Broncos . October 5, 2021 . October 5, 2021 . October 23, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20211023135821/https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/broncos-sign-ilb-avery-williamson-and-wr-josh-malone-to-practice-squad . dead .
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  63. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos awarded DB Mike Ford, RB Nate McCrary off waivers . Denver Broncos . September 1, 2021 . September 1, 2021.
  64. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos activate Mike Ford from IR, elevate Jonathan Harris, Austin Schlottmannn and Wade Barrington for #DENvsDAL . Denver Broncos . November 2, 2021 . November 2, 2021.
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  67. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign OLB Aaron Patrick off Jaguars' practice squad . Denver Broncos . September 23, 2021 . September 23, 2021.
  68. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign DT Isaiah Mack . Denver Broncos . February 11, 2021 . February 11, 2021 . February 11, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210211220712/https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/broncos-sign-dt-isaiah-mack . dead .
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  71. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos promote ILBs Curtis Robinson, Barrington Wade to active roster, place Alexander Johnson, Andre Mintze on injured reserve . Denver Broncos . October 19, 2021 . October 19, 2021.
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  73. News: Heath . Jon . Broncos will add a linebacker to roster after the Super Bowl . . January 10, 2021 . January 10, 2021.
  74. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign TE Eric Saubert, release QB Jeff Driskel . Denver Broncos . May 4, 2021 . May 4, 2021.
  75. Web site: Broncos sign cornerback Saivion Smith . Denver Broncos . August 4, 2021 . August 4, 2021 . August 4, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210804165507/https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/broncos-sign-cornerback-saivion-smith . dead .
  76. News: Klis . Mike . Broncos notes: Eagles sign Mac McCain III off Denver's practice squad . . September 7, 2021 . September 7, 2021.
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  78. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign DT Lorenzo Neal . Denver Broncos . August 8, 2021 . August 8, 2021.
  79. Web site: Simmons . Myles . Broncos waive Damion Willis . . July 20, 2021 . July 20, 2021.
  80. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos activate P.J. Locke from Reserve/COVID-19 list before #CINvsDEN . Denver Broncos . December 18, 2021 . December 18, 2021.
  81. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos release cornerback A.J. Bouye . Denver Broncos . February 10, 2021 . February 10, 2021.
  82. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos release DL Jurrell Casey . Denver Broncos . February 25, 2021 . February 25, 2021.
  83. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign 14 players to their practice squad . Denver Broncos . September 1, 2021 . September 1, 2021.
  84. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos promote WR Tyrie Cleveland to active roster, sign WR David Moore to practice squad . Denver Broncos . October 20, 2021 . October 20, 2021 . October 23, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20211023013923/https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/broncos-promote-wr-tyrie-cleveland-to-active-roster-sign-david-moore-to-pract . dead .
  85. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos waive RB Royce Freeman, DL Jonathan Harris . Denver Broncos . September 1, 2021 . September 1, 2021.
  86. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos place Brandon McManus, Sam Martin on Reserve/COVID-19 list, promote Jonathan Harris, Seth Williams to active roster . Denver Broncos . January 3, 2022 . January 3, 2022.
  87. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Broncos briefs: Denver releases injured right tackle Ja'Wuan James . The Denver Post . May 14, 2021 . May 14, 2021.
  88. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos release TE Nick Vannett . Denver Broncos . March 23, 2021 . March 23, 2021.
  89. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos waive LB Josh Watson, WR Branden Mack . Denver Broncos . August 24, 2021 . August 24, 2021.
  90. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . CB Pat Surtain II signs rookie contract . Denver Broncos . May 18, 2021 . May 18, 2021.
  91. Web site: Swanson . Ben . RB Javonte Williams, OL Quinn Meinerz sign rookie contracts . Denver Broncos . July 24, 2021 . July 24, 2021.
  92. Web site: DiLalla. Aric . LB Baron Browning signs rookie contract. Denver Broncos . July 23, 2021 . July 23, 2021.
  93. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign five members of 2021 draft class . Denver Broncos . May 13, 2021 . May 13, 2021.
  94. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos trading CB Kary Vincent Jr. to Eagles for 2022 sixth-round pick . Denver Broncos . November 2, 2021 . November 2, 2021.
  95. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . OLB Jonathon Cooper signs rookie contract . Denver Broncos . June 15, 2021 . June 15, 2021 . June 15, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210615135034/https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/olb-jonathon-cooper-signs-rookie-contract . dead .
  96. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos trade up, select RB Javonte Williams with No. 35 pick in 2021 NFL Draft . Denver Broncos . April 30, 2021 . April 30, 2021.
  97. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos agree to trade for QB Teddy Bridgewater . Denver Broncos . April 28, 2021 . April 28, 2021.
  98. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Broncos lose center Connor McGovern (Jets), will be trading fullback Andy Janovich (Browns) . The Denver Post . March 18, 2020 . March 18, 2020.
  99. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Worth the risk: George Paton's gamble for extra picks pays off as Broncos land OL Quinn Meinerz, LB Baron Browning . Denver Broncos . May 1, 2021 . May 1, 2021.
  100. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos agree to trade CB Isaac Yiadom to Giants . Denver Broncos . September 2, 2020 . September 2, 2020.
  101. Web site: Simmons . Myles . Broncos bring in 11 undrafted free agents . . May 2, 2021 . May 2, 2021.
  102. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos awarded LB Barrington Wade off waivers from Ravens . Denver Broncos . August 7, 2021 . August 7, 2021.
  103. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos claim CB Mac McCain III off waivers from Eagles, sign CB Duke Dawson Jr. to the practice squad . Denver Broncos . November 10, 2021 . November 10, 2021.
  104. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos waive CB Mac McCain III . Denver Broncos . November 23, 2021 . November 23, 2021.
  105. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Breaking down the Broncos' initial 2021 53-man roster . Denver Broncos . August 31, 2021 . August 31, 2021.
  106. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos sign RB Kerrith Whyte Jr., T Adrian Ealy to practice squad . Denver Broncos . November 30, 2021 . November 30, 2021.
  107. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos agree to trade with Rams for ILB Kenny Young . Denver Broncos . October 25, 2021 . October 25, 2021.
  108. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos acquire OLB Stephen Weatherly in trade with Vikings, place ILB Micah Kiser on IR . Denver Broncos . October 23, 2021 . October 23, 2021.
  109. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos agree to terms on trade with 49ers to acquire LB Jonas Griffith . Denver Broncos . August 31, 2021 . August 31, 2021 . August 31, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210831200821/https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/broncos-agree-to-terms-on-trade-with-49ers-to-acquire-lb-jonas-griffith . dead .
  110. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate T Garett Bolles off Reserve/COVID-19 list, place T Calvin Anderson on IR . Denver Broncos . December 2, 2021 . December 2, 2021.
  111. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate Essang Bassey from Physically Unable to Perform list, elevate four players for #PHIvsDEN . Denver Broncos . November 13, 2021 . November 13, 2021 . November 13, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20211113215331/https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/broncos-activate-essang-bassey-from-physically-unable-to-perform-list-elevate-fo . dead .
  112. News: Heath . Jon . Broncos injuries: RB Mike Boone out 4-6 weeks with quad injury . . August 13, 2021 . August 13, 2021.
  113. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos place CB Bryce Callahan on IR, designate three cornerbacks for return . Denver Broncos . November 3, 2021 . November 3, 2021.
  114. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos activate Bryce Callahan, Michael Ojemudia, Micah Kiser from IR; place Malik Reed on Reserve/COVID-19 list . Denver Broncos . December 11, 2021 . December 11, 2021.
  115. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . OLB Bradley Chubb inactive for #DENvsNYG . Denver Broncos . September 12, 2021 . September 12, 2021.
  116. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate OLB Bradley Chubb from IR . Denver Broncos . November 27, 2021 . November 27, 2021.
  117. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate CB Ronald Darby from injured reserve . Denver Broncos . October 9, 2021 . October 9, 2021.
  118. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate CB Duke Dawson Jr. from Physically Unable to Perform list, place QB Drew Lock on Reserve/COVID-19 . Denver Broncos . November 8, 2021 . November 8, 2021.
  119. News: Alper . Josh . Broncos putting Jonas Griffith on injured reserve . . September 28, 2021 . September 28, 2021.
  120. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate WR Jerry Jeudy, TE Albert Okwuegbunam, ILB Jonas Griffith from IR to 53-man roster on IR . Denver Broncos . October 30, 2021 . October 30, 2021.
  121. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Injury Report: KJ Hamler to miss remainder of 2021 season . Denver Broncos . September 27, 2021 . September 27, 2021.
  122. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos place LB Josey Jewell on IR . Denver Broncos . September 21, 2021 . September 21, 2021.
  123. News: Klis . Mike . Bronco notes: Michael Ojemudia out 4-6 weeks with hamstring injury . . August 23, 2021 . August 23, 2021.
  124. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Von Miller among Broncos' inactives for #WASvsDEN on IR . Denver Broncos . October 31, 2021 . October 31, 2021.
  125. News: Klis . Mike . Broncos put Albert Okwuegbunam on injured reserve while Ronald Darby is activated . . October 9, 2021 . October 9, 2021.
  126. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos elevate RB Damarea Crockett, CB Nate Hairston from practice squad for #DENvsNYG . Denver Broncos . September 11, 2021 . September 11, 2021.
  127. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos elevate G/C Austin Schlottmannn, RB Damarea Crockett to active roster for #DENvsJAX . Denver Broncos . September 18, 2021 . September 18, 2021.
  128. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos elevate G/C Austin Schlottmannn, ILB Curtis Robinson to game-day roster for #BALvsDEN . Denver Broncos . October 2, 2021 . October 2, 2021.
  129. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos elevate WR John Brown, OLB Pita Taumoepenu for #DENvsCLE . Denver Broncos . October 21, 2021 . October 21, 2021.
  130. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos elevate T Quinn Bailey to active roster . Denver Broncos . December 25, 2021 . December 25, 2021.
  131. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos activate OLB Andre Mintze, elevate eight players from practice squad . Denver Broncos . January 1, 2022 . January 1, 2022.
  132. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos place S Jamar Johnson, CB Kary Vincent Jr. on Reserve/COVID-19 list . Denver Broncos . July 26, 2021 . July 26, 2021.
  133. Web site: DB Kary Vincent activated to 90-man roster . . July 31, 2021 . July 31, 2021.
  134. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . TE Noah Fant activated from Reserve/COVID-19 list . Denver Broncos . November 10, 2021 . November 10, 2021.
  135. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate QB Drew Lock, LB Justin Strnad, CB Michael Ojemudia from Reserve/COVID-19 list . Denver Broncos . November 20, 2021 . November 20, 2021.
  136. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos place G Austin Schlottmannn on Reserve/COVID-19 list . Denver Broncos . November 12, 2021 . November 12, 2021.
  137. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate G Austin Schlottmannn from Reserve/COVID-19 list, designate ILB Micah Kiser for return . Denver Broncos . November 24, 2021 . November 24, 2021 . November 24, 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20211124205608/https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/broncos-activate-g-austin-schlottmann-from-reserve-covid-19-list-designate-ilb-m . dead .
  138. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . OC Pat Shurmur expected to miss #PHIvsDEN due to COVID-19 protocols . Denver Broncos . November 12, 2021 . November 12, 2021.
  139. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos designate OLB Bradley Chubb and CB Michael Ojemudia for return from IR, place T Garett Bolles on Reserve/COVID-19 list . Denver Broncos . November 22, 2021 . November 22, 2021.
  140. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate Malik Reed from Reserve/COVID-19 list, designate T Calvin Anderson and OLB Andre Mintze for return . Denver Broncos . December 22, 2021 . December 22, 2021.
  141. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate C Lloyd Cushenberry III, place three active roster players on Reserve/COVID-19 list . Denver Broncos . December 29, 2021 . December 29, 2021.
  142. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos place DL Mike Purcell, OLB Andre Mintze on Reserve/COVID-19 list . Denver Broncos . December 27, 2021 . December 27, 2021.
  143. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos place four players, including CB Bryce Callahan and T Bobby Massie, on Reserve/COVID-19 list . Denver Broncos . December 30, 2021 . December 30, 2021.
  144. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Broncos add five players, including Bradley Chubb and Jerry Jeudy, to Reserve/COVID-19 list . Denver Broncos . December 30, 2021 . December 30, 2021.
  145. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos activate 12 players from Reserve/COVID-19 list, place three players on IR . Denver Broncos . January 5, 2022 . January 5, 2022.
  146. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Broncos' 2021 schedule announced; Denver to play first two games on the road . Denver Broncos . May 12, 2021 . May 12, 2021.
  147. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Broncos coach Vic Fangio's aggressive offensive approach pays off in opening-day win over Giants . The Denver Post . September 12, 2021 . September 12, 2021.
  148. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Courtland Sutton's return-to-form game is career-best and helps Broncos beat Jaguars, move to 2-0 . The Denver Post . September 19, 2021 . September 19, 2021.
  149. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Broncos cruise past Jets for 3-0 start, but now comes the tough stuff – good teams . The Denver Post . September 26, 2021 . September 26, 2021.
  150. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Broncos offense struggled, but defense wasn't much better in loss to Baltimore . The Denver Post . October 3, 2021 . October 3, 2021.
  151. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Broncos analysis: Team Wait Too Long sleep-walks against Pittsburgh until late rally falls short . The Denver Post . October 10, 2021 . October 10, 2021.
  152. News: Newman . Kyle . Three critical Broncos penalties create 12-point swing in Steelers' favor in Denver's Week 5 loss at Heinz Field . The Denver Post . October 10, 2021 . October 10, 2021.
  153. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Raiders dominate Broncos' defense en route to 34-24 victory . The Denver Post . October 17, 2021 . October 17, 2021.
  154. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Fourth straight Broncos loss carries similar theme: Not good enough on offense or defense . The Denver Post . October 22, 2021 . October 22, 2021.
  155. News: Boxscore finder: Denver Broncos vs Cleveland Browns . pro-football-reference.com . October 21, 2021 . October 21, 2021.
  156. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Mix-and-match Broncos defense makes two last-minute stops to beat Washington, halt four-game losing streak . The Denver Post . November 1, 2021 . November 1, 2021.
  157. News: Boxscore finder: Denver Broncos vs Dallas Cowboys . pro-football-reference.com . November 1, 2021 . November 1, 2021.
  158. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Analysis: Big D Beatdown. Minus Von, Broncos do just about everything right in 30-16 win over Dallas . The Denver Post . November 7, 2021 . November 7, 2021.
  159. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Analysis: Broncos squander opportunity to enter bye with momentum, fall back to where they should be (.500) . The Denver Post . November 15, 2021 . November 15, 2021.
  160. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Pat Surtain's two fourth-quarter interceptions ensure return to meaningful December games for Broncos . The Denver Post . November 29, 2021 . November 29, 2021.
  161. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Three second-half turnovers doom Broncos' upset bid in loss to Kansas City . The Denver Post . December 5, 2021 . December 5, 2021.
  162. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Analysis: With Demaryius Thomas in their hearts and minds, Broncos dominate Lions to stay in playoff contention . The Denver Post . December 12, 2021 . December 12, 2021.
  163. Web site: Broncos to honor late WR Demaryius Thomas on Sunday vs. Lions . NFL.com . 15 December 2021.
  164. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Drew Lock's red-zone fumble dooms Broncos in loss to Bengals, cripples playoff hopes . The Denver Post . December 19, 2021 . December 19, 2021.
  165. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Broncos' playoff hopes all but eliminated as offense no-shows and defense has no answer for Raiders' Josh Jacobs . The Denver Post . December 26, 2021 . December 26, 2021.
  166. News: O'Halloran . Ryan . Vic Fangio comes up short with decision making in Broncos' Week 18 loss to Chiefs . The Denver Post . January 9, 2022 . January 9, 2022.
  167. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Brandon McManus named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week after performance vs. Detroit . Denver Broncos . December 15, 2021 . December 15, 2021.
  168. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Von Miller named AFC Defensive Player of the Month . Denver Broncos . September 30, 2021 . September 30, 2021.
  169. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Pat Surtain II named AFC Defensive Player of the Week following two-interception performance . Denver Broncos . December 1, 2021 . December 1, 2021.
  170. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Pat Surtain II voted NFL Rookie of the Week after Week 12 win vs. Chargers . Denver Broncos . December 2, 2021 . December 2, 2021.
  171. Web site: Swanson . Ben . Javonte Williams voted NFL Rookie of the Week after Week 9 win over Cowboys . Denver Broncos . November 11, 2021 . November 11, 2021.
  172. Web site: DiLalla . Aric . Justin Simmons named 2021 second-team All-Pro . Denver Broncos . January 14, 2022 . January 14, 2022.

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