Author: George Stoia
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5 candidates for Broncos coach opening
ENGLEWOOD — The Broncos are once again looking for a new coach. Denver has fired Nathaniel Hackett before his first season as head coach even concluded, meaning the Broncos are searching for a head coach. This time, though, the search is expected to look different. Last year, following Vic Fangio’s firing, GM George Paton led the…
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Nathaniel Hackett fired as Broncos coach; Jerry Rosburg named interim
DENVER — Nathaniel Hackett didn’t make it a year in Denver. The Broncos head coach was fired on Monday following Denver’s worst loss of the season Sunday in Los Angeles — a 51-14 loss to the Rams. Special teams coach Dwayne Stukes and offensive line coach Butch Barry were also fired on Monday. Hackett, who…
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Randy Gregory suspended one game for altercation after Broncos loss
ENGLEWOOD — Broncos pass-rusher Randy Gregory has been suspended one game without pay for his altercation after the Broncos’ loss to the Rams Sunday, the NFL announced Monday. Following Denver’s 51-14 loss in Los Angeles on Sunday, Gregory punched Rams offensive lineman Oday Aboushi, who punched back and was also suspended one game. Gregory declined to…
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Broncos embarrassed by Rams on Christmas Day, with Nathaniel Hackett’s job firmly in question
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Down 28 points in the third quarter, Dalton Risner headed to the sideline heated. The Broncos’ starting left guard, along with the rest of the Broncos’ starting offensive line, had just allowed back-to-back sacks on Russell Wilson. And as Risner approached the sideline, he and backup quarterback Brett Rypien had a fervent exchange,…
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Randy Gregory’s frustrations boil over in loss to Rams
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Randy Gregory wasn’t exactly spreading Christmas cheer Sunday in Los Angeles. The Broncos outside linebacker was emotional from start to finish during Denver’s 51-14 loss to the Rams. After falling behind 24-3 in the second quarter, Gregory threw is helmet 15 yards across the field, earning an unsportsmanlike penalty. And he had to…
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3 takeaways from Broncos’ 51-14 loss to Rams: Russell Wilson throws 3 interceptions
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — It wasn’t a very Merry Christmas for the Broncos in Los Angeles. Denver was crushed by the Rams on Sunday, losing 51-14. Here are three takeaways from the game: Wilson’s interceptions Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson got off to a rough start Sunday, throwing two interceptions on his first three throws. Both interceptions led…
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Stoia’s report card: Broncos at Rams on Christmas Day
Offense Surprisingly, the Broncos might have the advantage here. While Denver still ranks near the bottom in nearly every offensive statistic, the Broncos have looked better on offense the past two weeks scoring 28 and 24 points, respectively. And the return of quarterback Russell Wilson should be a boost. Meanwhile, the Rams are decimated with…
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Why Latavius Murray is perfect veteran leader for Broncos
ENGLEWOOD — On Sept. 12, Latavius Murray was a volunteer football coach at Oviedo High School in Florida. At the time, the long-time NFL running back didn’t know if his playing days were over. In 2021, he finished with the Ravens, rushing for 501 yards and six touchdowns. And he finished the season with his best…
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Randy Gregory among several Broncos listed as questionable vs. Rams
ENGLEWOOD — Six Broncos are listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Rams. Outside linebacker Randy Gregory (knee), running back Latavius Murray (foot), wide receiver Courtland Sutton (hamstring), offensive lineman Calvin Anderson (ankle), left guard Dalton Risner (shoulder/back/foot) and cornerback K’Waun Williams (wrist/knee). Both Murray and Williams told The Denver Gazette Friday they intend to…
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Broncos notebook: Evero, Stukes return to Los Angeles; Surtain, Simmons react to Pro Bowl
ENGLEWOOD — For Ejiro Evero and Dwayne Stukes, Sunday’s trip to Los Angeles to face the Rams is a Christmas Day homecoming. Now the Denver Broncos’ defensive coordinator and special teams coordinator, both Evero and Stukes were assistants for the Rams last season. Evero served as the team’s secondary coach and Stukes as the assistant special…