So much so that Denver opened up in ESPN's (way-too-)early 2025 NFL power rankings at No. 14. Climbing nine spots year over year, ESPN 's description of the Broncos' offseason is: "Learn your lesson." ...

Denver demolished Kansas City's backup squad in the season finale, securing its 10th win of the season and balancing Payton's head-to-head scales vs. Reid at 2-2. The balance of power could be ...