Best Broncos photos of 2023: Art of the Game

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) before the Broncos' Week 1 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 10, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton (49) and linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) react after a stop during the Broncos' Week 1 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 10, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey (17) catches a touchdown pass during the Broncos' Week 1 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 10, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson (22) and linebacker Alex Singleton (49) tackle Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (8) during the Broncos' Week 1 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 10, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) reacts after a play during the Broncos' Week 1 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 10, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) and wide receiver Brandon Johnson (89) celebrate after Sutton's touchdown reception during the Broncos' Week 1 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 10, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0), linebacker Josey Jewell (47) and linebacker Alex Singleton (49) combine to tackle Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (8) during the Broncos' Week 1 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 10, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton (49) reacts after safety Kareem Jackson (22) intercepts a pass during the Broncos' Week 1 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 10, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) during the Broncos' Week 1 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 10, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Alex Singleton after the Broncos' Week 1 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 10, 2023. Photo by Nicole Pennetta / Denver Broncos

Justin Simmons and Pat Surtain II before the Broncos' Week 2 game against the Washington Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 17, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

John Elway and DeMarcus Ware during a pregame ceremony honoring Pro Football Hall of Famer DeMarcus Ware before the Broncos' Week 2 game against the Washington Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 17, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Jerry Jeudy during team and player introductions before the Broncos' Week 2 game against the Washington Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 17, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (38) runs in for a touchdown during the Broncos' Week 2 game against the Washington Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 17, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. (19) celebrates with wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) after scoring his first NFL touchdown during the Broncos' Week 2 game against the Washington Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 17, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. (19) makes a deep catch for a 53-yard gain during the Broncos' Week 2 game against the Washington Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 17, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

John Elway holds the Lombardi Trophy alongside Bubby Brister during a halftime show celebrating the 25th anniversary of the 1998 Super Bowl XXXIII-winning Broncos team at the Broncos' Week 2 game against the Washington Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 17, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Russell Wilson before the Broncos' Week 3 game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on September 24, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Dwayne Washington before the Broncos' Week 3 game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on September 24, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Jaleel McLaughlin, Tremon Smith, Marvin Mims Jr. and Riley Moss before the Broncos' Week 3 game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on September 24, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Jerry Jeudy gets hyped before the Broncos' Week 3 game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on September 24, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) before the Broncos' Week 3 game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on September 24, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) reacts after a touchdown during the Broncos' Week 3 game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on September 24, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Allen (99) during the Broncos' Week 3 game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on September 24, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Brandon Johnson before the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Pat Surtain II stretches next to the NFL shield logo before the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Chris Manhertz before the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Fans before the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) before the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto (42) reacts after sacking Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) with linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) during the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) drops back to pass with offensive tackle Garett Bolles (72), guard Ben Powers (74), center Lloyd Cushenberry III (79), running back Javonte Williams (33), offensive tackle Mike McGlinchey (69) and tight end Nate Adkins (45) blocking during the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) sacks Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) during the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) makes a catch for a touchdown during the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) carries the abll into the end zone for a touchdonw after a fumble recovery during the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton (49) reacts after a fourth down stop during the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) celebrates with safety Delarrin Turner-Yell (32) and cornerback Damarri Mathis (27) after a fourth-down stop during the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) tries to reel in a tipped pass but cannot during the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos placekicker Wil Lutz (16) reacts after kicking the game-winning field goal during the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos offensive tackle Garett Bolles (72) celebrates after the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Russell Wilson before the Broncos' Week 5 game against the New York Jets at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 8, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) in the tunnel during the Broncos' Week 5 game against the New York Jets at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 8, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) during team and player introductions before the Broncos' Week 5 game against the New York Jets at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 8, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto (42) reacts after a sack during the Broncos' Week 5 game against the New York Jets at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 8, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Allen (99) sacks New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) and forces a fumble during the Broncos' Week 5 game against the New York Jets at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 8, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (38) breaks a tackle by New York Jets defensive lineman Micheal Clemons (72) during the Broncos' Week 5 game against the New York Jets at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 8, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos tight end Adam Trautman (82) stiffarms New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner (1) during the Broncos' Week 5 game against the New York Jets at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 8, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) scrambles and looks to pass during the Broncos' Week 5 game against the New York Jets at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 8, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) dives after New York Jets running back Breece Hall (20) during the Broncos' Week 5 game against the New York Jets at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 8, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) reacts after an interception during the Broncos' Week 5 game against the New York Jets at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 8, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Riley Dixon before the Broncos' Week 6 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri on October 12, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Jaleel McLaughlin before the Broncos' Week 6 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri on October 12, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams (33) in the tunnel before the Broncos' Week 6 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri on October 12, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Josey Jewell before the Broncos' Week 6 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri on October 12, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian (29)reacts after a play during the Broncos' Week 6 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri on October 12, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Courtland Sutton during the Broncos' Week 6 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri on October 12, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) dances before the Broncos' Week 7 game against the Green Bay Packers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 22, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) before the Broncos' Week 7 game against the Green Bay Packers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 22, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos defensive tackle D.J. Jones (93) tries to bring down Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (33) during the Broncos' Week 7 game against the Green Bay Packers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 22, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) celebrates a first down during the Broncos' Week 7 game against the Green Bay Packers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 22, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos running back Samaje Perine (25) hurdles a Packers defender during the Broncos' Week 7 game against the Green Bay Packers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 22, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) celebrates with wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) after a touchdown during the Broncos' Week 7 game against the Green Bay Packers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 22, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos safety P.J. Locke (6) reacts after making a ninterception during the Broncos' Week 7 game against the Green Bay Packers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 22, 2023. Photo by Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos

Baron Browning before the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 29, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos tight end Chris Manhertz (84) in the tunnel during team introductions before the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 29, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Baron Browning (56) runs onto the field before the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 29, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos offensive tackle Garett Bolles (72) celebrates after running back Javonte Williams (33)'s touchdown reception during the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 29, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons (31) celebrates his fumble recovery with teammates during the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 29, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Baron Browning (56) sacks Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) and forces a fumble during the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 29, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) makes a spectacular catch through pass interference during the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 29, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Josey Jewell (47) sacks Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) on a play nullified by penalty during the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 29, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons (31) intercepts a pass during the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 29, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) and safety P.J. Locke (6) celebrate after the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 29, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Samaje Perine during the Broncos' Week 10 game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York on November 13, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) before the Broncos' Week 10 game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York on November 13, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

D.J. Jones during the Broncos' Week 10 game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York on November 13, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) pusshes Buffalo Bills defensive end Leonard Floyd (56) away during the Broncos' Week 10 game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York on November 13, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton (49) during the Broncos' Week 10 game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York on November 13, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) during the Broncos' Week 10 game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York on November 13, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos placekicker Wil Lutz (16) during the Broncos' Week 10 game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York on November 13, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Pat Surtain II before the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Nicole Pennetta / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Baron Browning (56) before the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Thunder before the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

A wide overhead view of the light show before the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian (29) looks to secure a fumble during the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Josey Jewell (47) and linebacker Nik Bonitto (42) tackle Minnesota Vikings running back Ty Chandler (32) during the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Josey Jewell (47) recovers a fumble during the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos defensive tackle D.J. Jones (93) tries to pull down Minnesota Vikings quarterback Joshua Dobbs (15) by his shirt during the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian (29) returns an interception during the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian (29) celebrates after an interception during the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) makes a leaping catch for a touchdown during the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) jumps into the stands to celebrate his touchdown reception with fans in the crowd during the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) after the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) celebrates after the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos offensive tackle Mike McGlinchey (69) gives a pregame speech before the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 26, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons (31) during team and player introductions before the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 26, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. (19) competes with Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II (0) for a pass during the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 26, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) during the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 26, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) runs a route during the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 26, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) rushes for a touchdown during the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 26, 2023. Photo by Nicole Pennetta / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos running back Samaje Perine (25) runs with the ball during the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 26, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos offensive tackle Mike McGlinchey (69) celebrates a touchdown during the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 26, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0), linebacker Nik Bonitto (42) and linebacker Baron Browning (56) celebrate after a play during the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 26, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos safety P.J. Locke (6) strip-sacks Cleveland Browns quarterback P.J. Walker (10) during the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 26, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Allen (99) celebrates after a sack for a safety during the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 26, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos offensive lineman Quinn Meinerz (77) after the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 26, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos offensive lineman Quinn Meinerz (77) and the offensive line walk out of the tunnel during the Broncos' Week 13 game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on December 3, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Josey Jewell (47) before the Broncos' Week 13 game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on December 3, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) tackles Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) during the Broncos' Week 13 game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on December 3, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) during the Broncos' Week 13 game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on December 3, 2023. Photo by Nicole Pennetta / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) fight for xtra yards after a pass during the Broncos' Week 13 game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on December 3, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) throws a pass during the Broncos' Week 13 game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on December 3, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams (33) before the Broncos' Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on December 10, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) before the Broncos' Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on December 10, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos placekicker Wil Lutz (16) before the Broncos' Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on December 10, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Baron Browning (56) tips a pass by Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) during the Broncos' Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on December 10, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Jonathon Cooper during the Broncos' Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on December 10, 2023. Photo by Nicole Pennetta / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos offensive lineman Quinn Meinerz (77) lifts running back Javonte Williams (33) after a touchdown during the Broncos' Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on December 10, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Allen (99) sacks Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) during the Broncos' Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on December 10, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Baron Browning (56) during the Broncos' Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on December 10, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Courtland Sutton during the Broncos' Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on December 10, 2023. Photo by Nicole Pennetta / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) celebrates after a touchdown reception during the Broncos' Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on December 10, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) celebrates after a win in the Broncos' Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on December 10, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Russell Wilson before the Broncos' Week 15 game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on December 16, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. (19), cornerback Riley Moss (37) and cornerback Tremon Smith (1) before the Broncos' Week 15 game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on December 16, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) prays before the Broncos' Week 15 game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on December 16, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) before the Broncos' Week 15 game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on December 16, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams (33) stiffarms Detroit Lions defensive back Brian Branch (32) during the Broncos' Week 15 game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on December 16, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey (17) catches a touchdown pass during the Broncos' Week 15 game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on December 16, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Damarri Mathis (27) before the Broncos' Week 16 game against the New England Patriots at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 24, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Patriots head coach Bill Belichick and Broncos head coach Sean Payton talk before the Broncos' Week 16 game against the New England Patriots at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 24, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) during player introductions the Broncos' Week 16 game against the New England Patriots at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 24, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) before the Broncos' Week 16 game against the New England Patriots at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 24, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos Cheerleaders perform at halftime during the Broncos' Week 16 game against the New England Patriots at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 24, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos Cheerleaders perform at halftime during the Broncos' Week 16 game against the New England Patriots at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 24, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton (49) reacts during the Broncos' Week 16 game against the New England Patriots at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 24, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. (19) makes a diving reception during the Broncos' Week 16 game against the New England Patriots at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 24, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Josey Jewell (47) tackles New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) during the Broncos' Week 16 game against the New England Patriots at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 24, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto (42) before the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 31, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) before the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 31, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton (49) takes the field during player introductions before the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 31, 2023. Photo by Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams (33) runs with the ball and stiff-arms Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. (3) during the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 31, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) reacts during the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 31, 2023. Photo by Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey (17) runs with the ball on a touchdown during the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 31, 2023. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

The Broncos' defense gets set against the Chargers offense during the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 31, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Josey Jewell (47) reacts after turning over the ball during the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 31, 2023. Photo by Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian (29) celebrates after a pass breakup during the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 31, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham (4) smiles as he greets cornerback Tremon Smith (1) after the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 31, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons (31) celebrates with Miles the Mascot after the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 31, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Dirt and grass sprays as Wil Lutz follows through on a kick before the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7, 2024. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Baron Browning (56) puts his helmet on before the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7, 2024. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) gives a pregame speech before the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7, 2024. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

A fisheye image of the coin toss with Denver Broncos punter Riley Dixon (9) and quarterback Russell Wilson (3) before the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7, 2024. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Baron Browning (56) sacks Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell (4) during the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7, 2024. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) reacts in frustration after breaking up a pass during the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7, 2024. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) runs with the ball for a touchdown during the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7, 2024. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Jerry Jeudy during the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7, 2024. Photo by Nicole Pennetta / Denver Broncos

Justin Simmons during the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7, 2024. Photo by Nicole Pennetta / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) secures his helmet during the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7, 2024. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons (31) and quarterback Russell Wilson (3) exit the field after the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7, 2024. Photo by Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos