Bourbon, Broncos and NO B.S. Podcast

Broncos country gets a road-map and a pep talk as Jared, David, and Spotty walk listeners through the matchup that actually feels like a season pivot: Broncos vs. Chiefs at Mile High. They zero in on one crystal-clear theme — stop Kenneth Walker — and explain why taking away the run turns the Chiefs from a ticking bomb into a manageable problem. The trio breaks down defensive chess: Pat Surtain's return, Jahdae Barron’s role shadowing Travis Kelce, and how tackling fundamentals (yes, really) will decide this game. They also call out Kansas City’s banged-up receiving corps and a rookie tackle who performed well in Week 1, arguing Denver has a realistic pass-rush advantage now that the Broncos have more tape to study. On offense the conversation is equal parts optimism and reality check.

Jared and Spotty tease the big-play potential (that 60-yard Bo Nix run, anyone?), but David keeps it grounded: the Broncos need more consistent drives, not just highlight-reel bursts. Special attention is paid to Evan Engram, Jonah Coleman, and the running-back committee — the hosts say running effectively and scheming to get playmakers the ball will tilt the field. Final thoughts lean toward a tight, low-scoring home win for Denver with the crowd noise and field position playing outsized roles. The summary hands fans a blueprint: tackle, load the box, make Mahomes uncomfortable, and get the playmakers the ball — repeat.

Takeaways:

• We all agreed stopping Kenneth Walker is the number one defensive priority; tackle clean, load the box, and don’t let him break off chunk runs.
• I’m relieved Pat Surtain is back because we can play more man coverage and ask Jahdae Barron to help shadow Travis Kelsey when needed.
• I’m cautiously optimistic about Bo Nix — we want him seeing the field better, connecting deep with his receivers, and avoiding too many designed QB runs.
• We hammered on the run game: Jonah Coleman (and the rest of the backfield) must provide consistent juice to control downs and replicate Seattle-style success.
• I pointed out Kansas City’s receiving group has been inconsistent and banged up, so scheming explosive plays and attacking their secondary makes a lot of sense.
• We kept coming back to fundamentals — fewer missed tackles, bend-but-don’t-break defense, and forcing longer third downs to win the situational battles.
• Special teams matter — Crawshaw’s punts and Lutz’s leg could flip field position or decide the final minutes in a defensive slugfest.
• My takeaway: expect a close, low-scoring game that comes down to the final moments — we’re betting on a late Broncos field goal and a defensive stop.

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Jared and David break down a must-win road trip to Phoenix with a laid-back, no-nonsense vibe—equal parts Xs-and-Os and salty banter. The hosts dissect Denver’s defensive health (Riley Moss looks ready, Pat Surtain is questionable and likely being rested, Jonah Ellis out) and why Jonathan Cooper’s return matters up front. They zero in on the Broncos’ run-defense inconsistency: when it works, it’s dominant; when it doesn’t, opponents gas them for chunk yards. Arizona’s backfield loses top spark (Bijan/rookie out), which tempers the threat, but

Jared and David stress that players like Trey McBride and Kendrick Bourne still present matchup headaches. The pair plot coverage plans, matchup tweaks (Baron sliding into the slot, Moss and Abrams-Drain shuffling), and how loading the box to slow a tight end can open opportunities elsewhere. Tactically minded but seasoned with humor, this summary gives fans a practical viewing checklist: watch for gap discipline on the D-line, missed tackles that turn 2-yard gains into 20-yarders, and how Denver counters the Cardinals’ occasional pass-rush surge. It closes with a cautious optimism—this is a game where Broncos’ depth and smart game-planning can turn a neutral-site feel into a confident road win for Denver.

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We dive straight into the Broncos vs Seahawks chess match and man, did we get into the weeds. David and Jared talk about how the matchup will hinge on coaching, assignments, and a healthy dose of confusion — Vance Joseph's calls versus Mike McDonald’s disciplined Seattle scheme. We break down how JSN plus Sam Darnold is a nightmare if we show up short at cornerback, especially without Talanoa Hufanga and maybe Riley Moss. David explains why you can't just double JSN every snap and expect to win; you gotta mix coverage, pressure, and sound tackling. Jared and David of course argue about who should shadow JSN and whether Jedi Baron or Chris Abrams-Drain can survive one-on-one looks.

We also spend a chunk talking run defense: Jonathan Franklin-Myers' absence still stings, and the interior line — T.J. Jones, Malcolm Roach, Q. Robinson — needs to show up or Seattle will chew up yards. David gives a little Xs and Os clinic on forcing third-and-long and getting Sam Darnold into messy pockets to create turnovers. Bottom line: if we coach smart and play assignment-sound football for four quarters, we have a chance; if not, Seattle will expose our gaps. This is a defensive game more than anything, and it’s a fun, tense dance to watch.

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We’re still high-fiving the defense like it’s our new hobby — and honestly, why wouldn’t we? We ran with the narrative that the Broncos’ D saved the bacon, and it did: turnovers, sacks and that absolute fourth-and-one stop on Justin Herbert that flipped the field and the mood. I’m talking two-sack nights from Nick Bonito, a clutch interception from Brandon Jones, and Jahdae Barron making that hustle tackle to keep Herbert short — plays that built the bridge from “oh no” to “we might actually win this.” We give the Chargers some grief, sure, but our D deserves the applause they got on Victory Monday.

On top of the turnovers, there were the little momentum jolt gems — Marvin Mims’ return putting us back in business, and Que Robinson popping up in the box score when we needed him. We spent a decent chunk of the show just lauding how the defense showed up against a banged-up Chargers line and how that allowed the rest of the team to breathe. If you like weirdly beautiful Broncos wins — the ones that look like a craft project held together with hope and tape — this was a masterclass. Bottom line: defense carried the day, special teams nudged the ship, and I’ll happily toast that (excluding the offense).

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Alright Broncos country — we dug into the matchup like we were sizing up a rival at the tailgate. David is harping on how the Chargers’ offensive line could be a mess (Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater possibly out), which to him smells like a big opportunity for our pass rush to finally uncork. We talked specifics: Dondre Tillman coming back, Nik Bonitto getting some heat relief, and how a shaky Charger front can nullify both their run game and Justin Herbert’s time in the pocket. We also didn’t sugarcoat the Broncos’ own bad luck — Riley Moss and Pat Surtain likely out — but we highlighted the silver lining: Jahdae Barron’s been quietly earning a 76.1 PFF grade and could be ready to step up. David gushed — yes, gushed — about Brandon Jones as the glue guy who still makes those open-field tackles and anchors the run defense. We laid out matchups (Quentin Johnston’s drops, Lad McConkey’s upside, and tight end threats) and why the Broncos should treat this like a close, buttoned-up game rather than a gimme. Bottom line: if we get the same disciplined defense we showed against the 49ers in the first half, we think we can frustrate the Chargers and force turnovers. That’s the short, honest take we gave — gritty, tactical, and ready to pounce.

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We gotta run the rock and keep Purdy on the sideline — that was our rallying cry as we flipped to the Broncos offense vs. 49ers defense. We all agree that we need consistency from the first whistle: J.K. Dobbins was a full practice participant (hip), RJ Harvey looks good, and Tyler Badie rotations matter. Spotty reminded everyone that Raheem Morris is crafty, but David flagged a coaching edge: Sean Payton has history against Morris and knows how to expose tendencies. That feels like leverage if our offensive line holds up and we commit to sustained drives to eat clock. We also dug into individual expectations — will Bo step up or keep us guessing? We debated paying him mad money if he’s only dominant for a quarter (big talk, I know). Jaylen Waddle shaking off a walking-boot scare and looking to post a 5–6 catch, 70–80 yard type game was another highlight. Bottom line: if we run consistently, control TO, and let Payton game-plan smartly, our offense can keep this close and maybe take over in the second half — but it’s gonna take discipline and patience.

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BRONCOS COUNTRY… THEY FOUND ANOTHER WAY TO COME BACK! 😂🐴🔥 The feared Los Angeles Rams came into Sunday Night Football ready to test Denver. And once again… YOUR DENVER BRONCOS FOUND A WAY TO WIN.

🐴💥 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐘 𝐃𝐈𝐃 𝐈𝐓 𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐈𝐍!😂𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐬 𝐁𝐄𝐀𝐓 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐦𝐬!𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐖𝐈𝐍 & 𝐁𝐈𝐆 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬!

Another second-half comeback. Another mark in the WIN COLUMN. Another game where Broncos Country had to hold onto its collective sanity. 😂 But before we start planning the parade… THERE'S STILL WORK TO DO. 👀

🔥 What changed in the second half?

🏈 How did Denver manage ANOTHER comeback?

😈 What does this win say about the Broncos?

👀 What still needs to be fixed?

🐴 How excited SHOULD Broncos Country be right now? We're celebrating the win, breaking down what happened!

🥃 Bourbon, Broncos & NO B.S. POSTGAME PODCAST

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The Rams came to Mile High with plenty of hype. They're leaving with an L. 😂 But now the question is: ARE THE BRONCOS ACTUALLY TURNING INTO A TEAM THAT CAN'T BE COUNTED OUT… OR ARE WE STILL WAITING FOR THE OTHER SHOE TO DROP? 👀

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Can Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos carry their momentum into Sunday Night Football against the Los Angeles Rams? David and Spotty break down the 2026 Week 3 matchup, from stopping Matthew Stafford and Sean McVay’s offense to protecting Nix against Aaron Donald and the Rams’ defensive front.

The defensive challenge starts with Kyren Williams, Blake Corum and a physical run game that can set up dangerous downfield throws. The guys dig into the Rams’ two- and three-tight-end packages, why those looks test Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad, and how Vance Joseph could respond. Plus, Puka Nacua’s uncertain availability, a potential Pat Surtain II vs. Davante Adams showdown, and whether Jahdae Barron could see a larger role.

On offense, the focus turns to Bo Nix’s rhythm, Davis Webb’s play-calling and the growing connection with Jaylen Waddle over the middle. Can Denver’s offensive line create running room and keep Nix comfortable? The conversation also covers J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey and Jonah Coleman, Marvin Mims’ return-game value, the production from Evan Engram and Nate Adkins, and why it’s too early to give up on Pat Bryant.

David and Spotty finish with different score predictions and their keys to a Broncos win in prime time.

Episode chapters:

00:00 Welcome and the Broncos vs. Rams matchup

01:15 Denver’s defense faces another major test

02:11 Puka Nacua’s status and the coverage matchups

03:47 Stopping the Rams’ run game and earning pass-rush opportunities

07:11 Pat Surtain II vs. Davante Adams

09:18 Heavy personnel, tight ends and Jahdae Barron

11:52 Tailgate Talk, Halftime Hash and the Broncos community

13:51 Aaron Donald and Denver’s offensive line

16:13 Running back injuries and Marvin Mims

20:08 Bo Nix’s rhythm, mobility and confidence

22:18 The Bo Nix arm-strength debate and Jaylen Waddle connection

24:57 Evan Engram, Nate Adkins and Pat Bryant

27:13 Broncos vs. Rams score predictions

28:45 Tailgate Talk reminder and sign-off

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The Denver Broncos erased a 13–3 deficit against the Jacksonville Jaguars to grab their first win of the season, and Victory Monday feels a whole lot better than the alternative. But this Broncos vs. Jaguars postgame breakdown isn't just a celebration. Denver showed the fight to finish, along with a few familiar problems that still need fixing. KevDan, Adam, and Scott the Flag Man break down the Week 2 comeback, from Jaylen Waddle's eight-catch, 138-yard bounce-back performance to Jonah Coleman's touchdown, Mile High Salute, and veteran-minded decision to keep the clock running. With injury questions surrounding J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey, has Coleman earned a bigger role in the Broncos' backfield? On defense, Riley Moss's interception and Zach Allen's pressure helped Denver stay in the fight. The crew debates whether the pass rush is doing enough beyond the sack totals, why Jacksonville's approach played into the Broncos' strengths, and how Cam Little's missed field goal helped swing the momentum. The win doesn't erase the frustration over penalties, slow offensive starts, and missed opportunities near the goal line. We dig into Bo Nix, Davis Webb's play-calling, the need to establish the run, and what Denver must clean up before facing the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday Night Football. Plus, the Jaguars fans who disappeared from the comments, the Chargers' rough start, and a little perspective on the AFC West. The Broncos are 1–1, the season is young, and there's plenty left to prove. Join the conversation at BroncosAndBourbon.com for Broncos articles, podcasts, videos, fan discussion, and the weekly Pick'Em Challenge. Catch the Postgame Podcast live Mondays at 8 PM Mountain Time and Bourbon, Broncos & NO B.S. live Tuesdays at 7 PM Mountain Time. On Broncos gamedays, join Tailgate Talk one hour before kickoff and Halftime Hash at halftime. Follow Bourbon, Broncos & NO B.S. on your favorite podcast platform, and tell us: has Jonah Coleman earned more touches? As always, go Broncos!

EPISODE CHAPTERS

00:00 Victory Monday and the disappearing Jaguars fans

05:47 Scott the Flag Man joins the celebration

07:36 Penalties and the Broncos' discipline problem

15:53 Slow starts, the running game, and goal-line frustration

25:31 Backfield injuries and the broken pinky promise

28:10 Show schedule, membership, and the Pick'Em Challenge

31:46 Denver's defense, pass rush, and Jacksonville's approach

37:55 Cam Little's missed field goal and the momentum swing

45:12 Jonah Coleman, the Mile High Salute, and the RB1 debate

51:30 Backfield availability and looking toward the Rams

53:30 AFC West talk and the Chargers' rough start

57:07 Closing thoughts: consistency, confidence, and what's next

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Can Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos bounce back against the Jacksonville Jaguars in their 2026 home opener? David and Spotty preview the Week 2 matchup, break down what needs to change after the Chiefs loss, and debate whether Denver can find its identity on offense before another tough test.

The defensive conversation starts with missed tackles, Trevor Lawrence and Jacksonville’s receiving threats. Can the Broncos clean up their execution, force third-and-long and give Nik Bonitto a chance to disrupt the game?

On offense, the focus turns to getting Jaylen Waddle involved, leaning on the offensive line and committing to the run. The guys also discuss Davis Webb’s play-calling, Sean Payton’s influence, Evan Engram’s role, and the injury concerns surrounding Marvin Mims and RJ Harvey, including a potential opportunity for Jonah Coleman.

Plus, two different score predictions and a little perspective for Broncos Country: how much concern is justified after one rough week? It’s an honest look at what Denver needs to fix before taking on Jacksonville.

Episode chapters

00:00 Welcome and resetting after the Chiefs loss

01:26 Broncos defense vs. Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars

02:40 Missed tackles, Alex Singleton and defensive execution

05:49 Bhayshul Tuten and Jacksonville’s offensive weapons

08:11 Creating pass-rush opportunities for Nik Bonitto

09:58 Where to find the shows and join the community

11:02 Broncos offense vs. Jaguars defense

13:50 Evan Engram, injury concerns and Jaylen Waddle

14:34 Davis Webb, Sean Payton and committing to the run

16:43 Finding Denver’s offensive identity

19:11 Broncos vs. Jaguars score predictions

20:11 Tailgate Talk and sign-off

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David and Spotty break down the Denver Broncos' 2026 season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football. They dive into the Chiefs' offensive question marks — Patrick Mahomes' knee, an undrafted rookie at left tackle, and a thin receiving corps — and why the Broncos' pass rush with Nik Bonitto and Zach Allen could feast. On the other side, they discuss Bo Nix's history of playing his best against Kansas City, how new offensive coordinator Davis Webb might deploy Jalen Waddle, Courtland Sutton, and the run game, and what to expect from Sean Payton's offense in Week 1. Both hosts pick the Broncos to win, with score predictions of 27-13 and 20-13.

Segment 1: Chiefs Offense vs Broncos Defense (00:00 - 16:33)

• Broncos open the 2026 season on Monday Night Football in Kansas City
• Patrick Mahomes returning from a knee injury with a bulky brace — no reporting out of KC on his condition
• Chiefs starting undrafted rookie Khalil Benson at left tackle; Jaylon Moore moved to right tackle
• Broncos pass rush without Jonathon Cooper (commissioner's exempt list, ~6 games) and JFM (free agency departure)
• Nik Bonitto and Zach Allen still headline a deep rotation — Malcolm Roach, Eyioma Uwazurike, Sai'vion Jones, Tyler Onyedim
• Chiefs RB Kenneth Walker: boom-or-bust runner, but who's the answer in third and long?
• Rashee Rice not looking fast or explosive in training camp after offseason injury rehab
• Travis Kelce getting older; Xavier Worthy and Cyrus Allen as unproven weapons
• Broncos secondary: Pat Surtain, Riley Moss (full go, not on injury report), Brandon Jones, Talanoa Hufanga, Ja'Quan McMillian
• Inside linebacker position: Broncos prioritize front four and secondary over LB — and it works
• Surtain (9th highest paid CB), Moss, and McMillian all in contract years with chips on their shoulders
• Vance Joseph has held the Chiefs under 12 points per game over the last couple seasons

Segment 2: Plugging the Pluggables (16:33 - 18:16)

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Segment 3: Broncos Offense vs Chiefs Defense (18:16 - 34:27)

• Steve Spagnuolo noted Bo Nix's PFF grade is highest vs the Chiefs of any opponent
• Bo Nix is a gamer — saves his best for the biggest moments (Bills playoff game)
• Contrast with Drake Maye, who has struggled in biggest moments (Super Bowl, 3-INT opener vs Seahawks)
• Davis Webb's first game as offensive coordinator — expect an aggressive game plan
• Jalen Waddle brings intermediate and deep threat; can he help Bo's slant timing?
• Chiefs secondary: rookie over Mansoor Delane, L'Jarius Sneed back from Tennessee, S Jamari Conner may not play
• Receiving corps: Waddle, Sutton, Pat Bryant, Troy Franklin (number four), Evan Engram — deepest in years
• Ronald Curry brought in as new WR coach to address drops
• Run game: heavy dose of JK Dobbins, Jonah Coleman (limited snaps), RJ Harvey (outside runs)
• Ben Powers back from injury strengthens the run-blocking offensive line
• Chiefs DT Chris Jones limited with calf injury; rookie DT Peter Woods could see time
• Chiefs LB corps: Nick Bolton, Drue Tranquill, Jeffrey Bosa — one of the best in the league
• Spagnuolo will challenge Bo's ankle mobility — "take a shot every time they mention Bo's ankle, you'll be hammered by halftime"

Segment 4: Score Predictions (34:27 - 36:20)

• David: Broncos 27, Chiefs 13
• Spotty: Broncos 20, Chiefs 13
• Both picking the Broncos — and they know what happens when they both do that

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The Broncos open the 2026 season on Monday Night Football at Arrowhead, and Kevin and David break down every reason Denver walks in as the more complete team. From a banged-up Chiefs offensive line without Josh Simmons, to a rehabbing Patrick Mahomes coming off a nine-month ACL/LCL recovery, to a Kansas City receiver room that never got fixed — the Broncos vs Chiefs Week 1 matchup has "dead dynasty" written all over it.

Bo Nix enters year three with the same offensive line, the same weapons, and a brand new play caller in Davis Webb that Kansas City has zero tape on. Add Jalen Waddle to a receiver room that already features Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant, and Troy Franklin, and the ceiling on this offense is higher than it's been in a decade. On defense, Nick Bonito lines up across from an undrafted rookie left tackle while Vance Joseph builds a plan to erase Travis Kelce and contain Kenneth Walker — a runner Seattle deliberately kept out of the passing game.

Kevin and David break down the storylines that will decide the game:

• Is the Chiefs dynasty officially over? Walks like a duck, quacks like a duck — Kevin makes the case that the window closed the moment Kansas City stopped fixing its offensive line.

• Josh Simmons is out — who protects Mahomes? An undrafted rookie at left tackle vs Nick Bonito is the single biggest mismatch on the field Monday night.

• Mahomes on a fresh ACL. Nine months post-surgery, no scrambling, no extending plays. What that changes for the Broncos pass rush.

• Davis Webb is the secret weapon. Zero tape, a real quarterback/play-caller relationship with Bo Nix, and an advantage that should hold through the first month of the season.

• Kenneth Walker won't save Kansas City. Not a three-down back, not a pass catcher — and Andy Reid still doesn't want to run the ball.

• Waddle unlocks the Broncos offense. A true YAC weapon opposite Sutton, with Pat Bryant, Troy Franklin, and Evan Engram all fighting for touches.

• Travis Kelce isn't the same guy. Five touchdowns last year, one against Denver in two seasons — the red-zone terror is gone.

• Injury board. Riley Moss's ribs, the Chiefs secondary with Jaylen Watson and Alohi Gilman banged up, and a rookie corner in the starting lineup for Kansas City.

Plus predictions, a Nick Wright takedown, and why the Broncos being underdogs is exactly where this team wants to be.

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Denver opens the 2026 season Monday night at Arrowhead as a three-point underdog, and Kevin, John and Adam are not having it. The Postgame Podcast has no game to review yet, so this one is a full offseason wrap and Week 1 Chiefs preview — the matchups that decide it, the roster questions still open, and why this Kansas City team may be the most overrated three-point favorite in football.

The crew digs into a Chiefs roster that got worse, not better: a rebuilt secondary missing its top cornerbacks, a Patrick Mahomes coming off a late-season ACL tear, an aging skill group, and left tackle Josh Simmons fighting a back injury that could hand Nik Bonitto a backup tackle to feast on. On the Denver side, it's Davis Webb's first game calling plays, a third straight season with the same starting offensive line, Jaylen Waddle joining Courtland Sutton and Pat Bryant, and the one number that could swing the whole season — the dropped passes that led the entire league over the last two years.

Plus the show's 11-year anniversary, Sean Payton's 5-1 record against Kansas City, JK Dobbins' "pinky promise," the Marvin Mims Jr. contract-year problem, and why Adam takes every Vegas line personally.

Key Topics

• Broncos open as +3 underdogs at Arrowhead — and why the crew is embracing Bo Nix's "Overdogs" label instead
• Why Kansas City didn't improve this offseason: rebuilt defense, top cornerbacks gone, skill players a year older
• Kenneth Walker III's contract, his playoff run, and holding him under 3.5 yards per carry
• Patrick Mahomes coming back from a late-season ACL tear, and Travis Kelce a year older
• Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons' back injury and what a backup tackle means for Nik Bonitto
• Sean Payton is 5-1 versus the Chiefs in three years, with a three-game win streak — the "blocked field goal" era is over
• Davis Webb as a first-time play-caller: the biggest wild card of the season
• Getting Evan Engram actually involved after a quiet 50-catch season
• Third straight year with the same offensive line, plus the depth chart behind Bolles, Powers and Quinn Meinerz
• The dropped-pass epidemic: Denver led the league by a wide margin over two seasons, and what a 20% improvement would mean
• Wide receiver room: Jaylen Waddle, Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant as the clear No. 3, and the Marvin Mims Jr. contract-year squeeze
• Running backs: JK Dobbins' 17-game promise, RJ Harvey, Jonah Coleman and the third-down question
• Edge rotation without Jonathon Cooper: Jonah Elliss, Que Robinson and Dondrea Tillman
• Under-center runs, fullback usage, and a tight end room where Nate Adkins is the wild card
• 11 years of the show, plus rivalry talk: Chiefs euphoria versus Raiders soul-soothing

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Preseason is done, the 53 is set, and Kev Dan, David and Scott break down every roster decision that had Broncos Country talking — plus a full AFC West preview and what to watch when the Broncos open the season on Monday Night Football against the Kansas City Chiefs.

We're less than two weeks from real football, and this crew is ready.

In this episode:

• The 53-man roster is a reflection of how deep this team really is — why nobody surprising cleared waivers
• Justin Jolie to the Dolphins practice squad vs. Red Murdock sticking in Denver — the flip-flop nobody saw coming
• Tyler Badie over Jaleel McLaughlin: it's a special teams call, and here's why coaches always think that way
• Wishing Jaleel well in Cleveland — and betting he shows up somewhere else before the year is out
• The backup QB room feels unsettled — is this Jarrett Stidham's last year in Denver?
• Why Ehlinger got the third QB spot (hint: waivers) and how game-day elevations shake out
• Lil'Jordan Humphrey makes the 53 as WR6 — the Bobby-Hill-on-the-track-team theory
• The Nate Bentley mystery: the weirdest move on the roster, and the "hiding him in preseason" rumor
• Jonathon Cooper on the Commissioner's Exempt List — arraignment update, potential timeline, and why the Broncos are still fine
• Que Robinson is the guy — plus Jonah Elliss, Dondrea Tillman and how VJ rotates the edge without Cooper
• Why the Broncos won't sign Bobby Wagner (barring a Singleton or Strnad injury)

AFC West preview:

• Raiders: Kirk Cousins over Fernando Mendoza tells you exactly what they think of this year — success means finding out if Mendoza, Brock Bowers and Ashton Jeanty are a real core
• Chargers: offseason champions again — center hurt, bottom-five interior O-line, Jesse Minter gone, and a first-time DC named O'Leary. The realistic ceiling is one playoff win
• Chiefs: Mahomes' knee is the whole story. Rashee Rice rehabbed in prison, Xavier Worthy is 165 pounds, Kelce is "a million years old," and Kenneth Walker can't do it alone. The secondary is young and inexperienced — exactly what a Week 1 opponent wants to see

Closing thoughts: Vance Joseph has answers for the dink-and-dunk offenses that gave us trouble late last year — our identity is defense, and Sean Payton is fine winning one-score games. Don't sweat the first six weeks of the schedule.

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The Broncos' 53-man roster is officially set — and the full Bourbon, Broncos and No B.S. crew is back to break it all down. Kev Dan is joined by Adam, John, and Scott the flag man for a live reaction show that starts with Denver's cuts, waiver claims, and practice-squad signings and ends with Broncos at Chiefs two weeks out on Monday Night Football.

We hit the big surprises up front: three quarterbacks on the 53 including Sam Ehlinger as QB3, Justin Jolie waived and claimed by Miami, Mr. Irrelevant Red Murdock clearing waivers, and Dallin Bentley sneaking onto the roster with almost no preseason buzz. Adam gives an official Lucas Kroll fan club update from the practice squad, Scott stakes his case for Nate Adkins as a weekly first-touchdown lock, and the running back battle between Bidet, McLaughlin, and the out-of-nowhere Schrader gets sorted.

From there we get into the state of the tight end room around Evan Engram, Adam Trautman, and Nate Adkins, whether Davis Webb can finally unlock the middle of the field, the Barron pick one year later, and why the Broncos have been in the middle-linebacker desert since Al Wilson.

The second half is J.K. Dobbins' pinky promise vs. his injury history, Jonah Coleman's real role in the backfield, and whether Jarrett Stidham is on borrowed time as QB2 — with a Bill Polian detour into what "having a backup plan" really means in the NFL.

We close on why the national media still isn't talking about the Broncos, the schedule ahead, and one hell of a matchup in week three: Quinn Meinerz vs. Aaron Donald.

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David and Spotty preview the third and final preseason game of 2026 — Denver Broncos vs. Minnesota Vikings — with Bo Nix officially ruled out and most starters expected to sit. It's a roster-battle game, and the guys break down exactly who they're watching.

In this episode:

• Why Sean Payton and Davis Webb have zero incentive to open the playbook this week

• The Brian Flores factor: why "godsend" is the right word for Bo Nix being out against the NFL's most aggressive blitz defense

• Running back depth crunch — is Jaleel McLaughlin on the roster bubble behind R.J. Harvey and Tyler Badie?

• Frank Crum vs. Cage Casey: the offensive line audition that actually matters

• Rookie tight ends: still waiting for someone to show out

• The Jonathan Cooper situation — court date Monday, potential 8-game suspension, and the UFL edge signing that tells you what the front office is planning for

• Jahdae Barron isn't a bust — he's stuck behind Pat Surtain, Riley Moss, and Ja'Quan McMillian, and that's a good problem

• Sai'vion Jones, Tyler Onyedim, and Eyioma Uwazurike — who steps up to fill the JFM rotation with Malcolm Roach?

• Backup linebacker concerns: Red Murdock and Dorian York haven't shown enough behind Justin Strnad and Alex Singleton

• Taylor Rapp waived — opening the door for J.L. Skinner or Arden Key

• Score predictions from David and Spotty for Saturday night at Empower Field

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Kevin and Spotty break down everything Broncos two weeks out from kickoff — from the looming 53-man cutdown to Friday's preseason finale in Minnesota.

On this episode:

• Wide receiver five is anyone's job. Sutton, Waddle, Mims Jr., and Pat Bryant are locks. The battle for WR5 is Troy Franklin vs. Lil'Jordan Humphrey vs. Kats — and special teams value is the tiebreaker.
• Is Marvin Mims trade bait? In a contract year and buried on the depth chart, could Denver ship him out the way they moved Devaughn Vele last year?
• Jarrett Stidham isn't going anywhere. Sean Payton's guy stays. Why Taysom Hill rumors are clickbait, and where a late-round developmental QB might fit in 2027.
• Tight end room: Evan Engram's Davis Webb connection, what Justin Joly and Adam Trautman need to show, and the Caleb Lohner milk-carton report.
• CB3 debate: Kris Abrams-Draine (KAD) vs. Jahdae Barron — natural fits, physicality, and why Ja'Quan McMillian is the one holding Barron back.
• The Green Bay tape: Dinks and dunks are coming from Kansas City in Week 1. What Vance Joseph has to have ready for the Shanahan-tree gauntlet.
• Colin Cowherd put the Broncos third in the AFC West. Spotty says: good, we need the bulletin-board material. Kevin says: the 3-0 start is on the table.
• Bo Nix Year 3: Why footwork and timing — not processing — is the last thing to clean up before the leap.
• Friday in Minnesota: Kevin doesn't want Bo taking a single Brian Flores blitz. Who Spotty needs to see instead (hint: more Barron, more Jonah Coleman).

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The season opener of the Postgame Podcast is here, and Kevin, John and Adam waste no time getting into it. The Broncos dropped their second preseason game 33-13 to Green Bay at Empower Field, but the box score buries the actual story: Bo Nix looked healthy, sharp, and completely unbothered by the ankle.

Nix opened with a touchdown drive, hit Jaylen Waddle on a 35-yard strike, and put 10 points on the board in two drives before handing it off. RJ Harvey took a wheel route to the house. The offense, for two possessions, looked exactly like what you'd hoped.

Then came everything else. Missed open-field tackles. Penalties that killed drives. A second quarter Green Bay owned 16-3. The guys don't sugarcoat it — this was sloppy, undisciplined football, and Sean Payton's standard doesn't allow for it.

Also in this episode:

• Jahdae Barron vs. Kris Abrams-Draine filling in for Riley Moss (ribs — not serious, out for preseason game three)
• Jonah Coleman carving into a J.K. Dobbins / RJ Harvey timeshare
• The roster bubble at running back: Jaleel McLaughlin, Tyler Badie, Cody Schrader
• Davis Webb's play-calling and what it tells us about the offense
• The QB2 "battle" that isn't a battle — Jarrett Stidham is Payton's guy, full stop
• Patrick Mahomes in a knee brace and the very real odds Kansas City finishes last in the AFC West (John says 3%, Adam says 10%, Kevin says 30%)
• Why the Chargers still don't pass the smell test
• The Payton standard vs. the nice-guy Nathaniel Hackett era
• 21 days until Broncos-Chiefs. Riley Moss days.

Plus your comments all show long — Ken, Jeremy, Angelo, Michael, Sean and Jose all get airtime, and Richie from Orange and Blue Network takes comment of the night with "Riley Moss equals the Eminem of cornerbacks."

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Bo Nix is back. For the first time since the January ankle injury against Buffalo, the Broncos QB1 takes the field Friday night at Empower Field for 10-15 snaps against the Green Bay Packers. David and Spotty break down what actually matters when the starter is that limited, what Sean Payton and Davis Webb are likely to show, and why the ankle is officially a non-issue in Denver.

Beyond Bo, the biggest storylines heading into Week 2 preseason:

• Jaydn Ott with the ones? Not confirmed, but the rookie RB has been running so well with the twos that a first-team cameo would surprise nobody. Why the Broncos should get him meaningful reps early.
• The WR hierarchy is getting crowded. Pat Bryant is solidifying a real role. Waddle likely sits. That puts Marvin Mims and Troy Franklin into a contract-year competition for WR4/WR5 — and the guys break down why Mims' skill set may already be pointing him toward New England long-term.
• Tight ends and the Davis Webb–Evan Engram connection. They played on the same team before Denver. That's a relationship that could unlock the position Broncos fans have been waiting on since Shannon Sharpe.
• Jordan Love IS expected to play. Which turns this defense's second series into a legitimate stress test. The Broncos went 60+ sacks last year. Can they hunt a real QB early?
• The nickel corner logjam. Riley Moss is having a monster camp. Ja'Quan McMillian isn't giving up his role. That leaves 2025 first-rounder Jahdae Barron asking what the hell he has to do — a first-world problem if there ever was one.
• The Taylor Rapp signing is bigger than the headlines. A former Bills and Rams starter as your third or fourth safety? That's A-plus depth, and it puts real pressure on JL Skinner, Devon Key, and Tyson Anderson to earn their roster spot.
• Score predictions. David called Broncos 27, Falcons 10 last week (off by a field goal). Both guys make their Week 2 picks.

Grab your bourbon, settle in, and get ready for Friday night football.

Show Notes Links Block

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• Postgame Podcast — Mondays 8 p.m. MT
• Bourbon, Broncos and No B.S. Flagship — Tuesdays 7 p.m. MT

Key Topics / Chapter Markers

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• Bo Nix's first preseason action since the ankle injury
• The Sean Payton / Davis Webb offensive wrinkle: more deep passing, more on-the-move throws
• Jaydn Ott and the case for first-team RB reps
• Jaylen Waddle's status and the WR3-4-5 shuffle
• Pat Bryant's rise and what it means for Marvin Mims' future
• Evan Engram, Davis Webb, and hope at tight end
• Cage Casey and the interior OL depth chart
• Jordan Love expected to play — a real defensive test
• The Ja'Quan McMillian, Riley Moss, Jahdae Barron nickel corner logjam
• Red Murdock, Sai'vion Jones, Tyler Onyedim: rotation watch
• Taylor Rapp signing and the safety depth chart
• David and Spotty's Week 2 score predictions

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Season 11, Episode 1 — Broncos vs. Falcons Preseason Week 1

Show Title: Broncos vs Falcons Preseason Week 1: The Davis Webb Era Begins

Episode Description:

The 2026-2027 season is officially here. David and KevDan kick off Season 11 of the Bourbon, Broncos & No B.S. Pregame Podcast with a full breakdown of the Denver Broncos' first preseason matchup against the Atlanta Falcons on Friday, August 14th.

What to expect in this episode:

Offense Breakdown:

• The Davis Webb playcalling era begins — what to watch for in communication, tempo, and play relay speed from the sideline to Bo Nix
• Pat Bryant's dominant training camp — can he stay healthy and lock down the WR3 role alongside Courtland Sutton and Jaylen Waddle?
• Jonah Coleman's padded practice hype — can he be the bruiser and short-yardage counterpoint to RJ Harvey?
• JK Dobbins leaves practice with a soft tissue injury — Sean Payton says he'll "be fine," but what does that actually mean?
• Tight end competition heats up — Evan Engram, Adam Trautman, and Justin Joly all have something to prove, while Caleb Lohner remains sidelined
• The RB duo of RJ Harvey and Jonah Coleman — could we see two-back sets behind Bo Nix?

Defense Breakdown:

• Eyioma Uwazurike returns to practice — can he fill the gap left by John Franklin-Myers at nose tackle?
• Pass rush depth — Sai'vion Jones, Jonah Elliss, and the D-line rotation without Jonathon Cooper (potential suspension?)
• Nik Bonitto and the edge rushers — keeping pressure on the quarterback
• Jahdae Barron's quiet camp — overshadowed by Ja'Quan McMillian and Riley Moss, but can he step up in preseason?
• Inside linebacker concerns — Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad anchor the group, but can rookies Taurean York and Red Murdock (Mr. Irrelevant) provide a spark?
• Riley Moss shining in camp as a standout defender

Special Teams:

• Jeremy Crawshaw turning heads at punter in training camp

Score Predictions:

• KevDan: 17-14 Broncos — defense wins the day
• David: 27-10 Broncos — depth proves to be the difference

Show Info:

• Flagship show: Every Tuesday at 7:00 PM MT on BroncosAndBourbon.com and YouTube
• Postgame show: Mondays at 8:00 PM MT
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Game Details:

• Denver Broncos @ Atlanta Falcons
• Friday, August 14th
• Preseason Week 1

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