LB Todd Davis continues to deal with a calf injury and may not play Week 2 versus the Bears.

Analysis: The Bears roll out three pass-catching running backs -- Tarik Cohen, David Montgomery and Mike Davis -- so having Davis, who made 114 tackles last year, aboard would help the Broncos' chances of stopping the Bears. The Broncos allowed 24 points to the Raiders in the season opener, and RB Josh Jacobs was impressive with 113 scrimmage yards and two scores. They'll have to focus on containing the Bears' backfield, but they'll also have to keep an eye out for wideouts Allen Robinson and Taylor…read more

LB Von Miller continues to deal with a knee issue ahead of Monday's game versus the Raiders.

Analysis: Miller dealt with this issue through August, and it's unlikely he's actually kept out of a game considering he's suited up in 80 straight regular-season contests. With Miller on board and Chubb on the other side, the team is returning 26.5 sacks from last season between the two. The Raiders have one of the worst offensive lines in the league and no true ability to stop the duo, which could force QB Derek Carr to either take a sack or make a poor throw. He chose the latter often last season,…read more

Todd Davis is expected to miss Thursday's preseason opener against the Falcons with a calf strain.

Analysis: Davis could miss additional preseason action but is expected to be ready to go in time for Week 1. New head coach Vic Fangio takes over after employing a dominant defense in Chicago and will have his first test versus QB Matt Ryan, though top target Julio Jones (foot) is still rehabbing his injury. The Falcons ranked sixth in total offense (389.1 YPG) and 10th in scoring offense (25.9 PPG) last season. Edge rushers Von Miller and Bradley Chubb will look to wreak havoc against a Falcons…read more

The Broncos enter the season finale against the Chargers ranked 23rd in total defense (371.1 YPG).

Analysis: Denver is coming off a massively disappointing loss to the Raiders last week in which they allowed 27 points, registered only one sack and failed to force a turnover against one of the weaker offenses in the league. A much more difficult opponent awaits in Week 17 as the Chargers come in to town fresh off their own disappointing performance. Los Angeles still ranks fifth in scoring (27.0 PPG) and 10th in total offense (379.1 YPG), and also takes care of the ball well with only 15 giveaways. The…read more

The Broncos enter their Week 16 matchup with the Raiders ranked 26th in the league in total defense (378.1 YPG).

Analysis: Denver ranks much better in terms of scoring defense (10th at 21.4 PPG) and has shown solid playmaking ability, ranking sixth in takeaways (24) and sixth in sacks (42). Meanwhile, the Oakland offense ranks 29th in scoring (18.9 PPG) and 30th in sacks allowed (48) and is largely devoid of playmakers beyond TE Jared Cook. The Broncos are allowing only 16 PPG over their last four games and that total should be attainable against the Raiders in what is as good a matchup as you'll find for Week 16.

The Broncos allowed 389 total yards of offense during last week's disappointing 20-14 loss to the 49ers. They'll face the Browns in Week 15.

Analysis: The loss may have derailed Denver's hopes of securing a wild-card berth. The performance was especially gutting in that the damage came from relative unknowns, as 2017 undrafted free agent Nick Mullens torched Denver for 332 yards through the air while undrafted rookie Jeff Wilson supplied 90 yards on the ground. It's easy to overreact, but Cleveland will likely use the same formula that San Francisco used to exploit Denver's defensive holes. Budding stars Baker Mayfield and Nick Chubb will…read more

The Broncos are allowing just 16.3 PPG over their current three-game win streak.

Analysis: Denver has positioned itself for a playoff push following a strong November. It's fair to say the offense has found its rhythm, but there's no discrediting the defensive surge happening in the Mile High City. In last week's win over the Bengals, the Broncos held the Cincinnati to just 313 total yards of offense and forced three forced turnovers in the process. Seventh in the NFL in takeaways with 21, expect Denver to force errant decision-making against Nick Mullens and the 49ers come Sunday.…read more

The Broncos boast the league's 13th-ranked scoring defense (22.9 PPG) entering Week 13's tilt with Cincinnati.

Analysis: Aside from a putrid October stretch, Denver has been a surprisingly strong team throughout 2018. While the concept of moral victories is a bit ironic in a sport predicated on wins and losses, the Broncos' defense has nearly engineered two wins over Patrick Mahomes' Chiefs this season. Likewise, wins over the Chargers, Steelers and Seahawks all indicate that Denver can play with anybody in large part due to its defensive playmakers. The ever-impactful Von Miller has found his Robin with the…read more

Broncos CB Bradley Roby (concussion) and LB Brandon Marshall (knee) are nursing injuries heading into Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Analysis: Roby and Marshall both started the week not practicing, and their potential absence against Pittsburgh's high-octane offense would not be ideal. The Broncos allowed 479 yards of offense to the Chargers last week, but forced a pair of turnovers and had three sacks to help hold them to 22 points to earn the win. Denver ranks middle of the pack in points (23.5) and yardage (375.5) allowed as well as takeaways (14), but are seventh with 31 sacks. Overall the Broncos defense has fared relatively…read more