Art of the Game: The Broncos team photographers' favorite photos from Week 2 vs. the Commanders
Take a closer look at the Broncos' Week 2 game vs. the Washington Commanders with these distinctive images made by the Broncos' team photographers.
Jerry Jeudy 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
A young fan in shoulder pads 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
Russell Wilson 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 Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
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
Javonte Williams 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 Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Fans show off the giveaway 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
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
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
Champ Bailey, John Elway, Steve Atwater, Peyton Manning and DeMarcus Ware with the Lombardi Trophy 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
Miles the Mascot 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 Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Justin Simmons 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 offensive lineman Quinn Meinerz (77) 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 Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams (33) takes the field 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / 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 wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) takes the field 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) takes the field 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) 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 Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) 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 Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Four F-16s from 120th FS Buckley Space Force Base fly over the stadium 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 Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos running back Samaje Perine (25) smiles during the national anthem 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 offensive tackle Mike McGlinchey (69) and offensive lineman Quinn Meinerz (77) 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
A flyover during the national anthem 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos cornerback Damarri Mathis (27) and linebacker Randy Gregory (5) react after a tackle 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
Ed McCaffrey plants the Broncos Country flag 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Allen (99) 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
Denver Broncos defensive end Matt Henningsen (91) bats down a pass by Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) 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 linebacker Randy Gregory (5) sacks Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) 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 offensive tackle Mike McGlinchey (69) blocks 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
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) runs with the ball 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
Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. (19) stiff-arms a defender after a reception 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
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 running back Jaleel McLaughlin (38) celebrates with offensive tackle Mike McGlinchey (69) and guard Ben Powers (74) after 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 quarterback Russell Wilson (3) pumps his fist after 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 Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (38) celebrates with teammates after scoring 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos defensive lineman Mike Purcell (98) pressures Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) 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 linebacker Nik Bonitto (42) sacks Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) 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) catches a deep touchdown pass during the Broncos' Week 2 game against the Washington Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 17, 2023. This was Mims' first NFL touchdown. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. (19) celebrates after scoring a 60-yard 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 Ben Swanson / 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
Fans 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
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) looks on 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton looks on 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / 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
Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) runs with the ball after a reception as offensive tackle Garett Bolles (72) blocks 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
Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Johnson (89) celebrates after scoring 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 Brandon Johnson (89) celebrates in the end zone after scoring 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Johnson (89) celebrates in the end zone after scoring 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton (49) nearly intercepts a pass 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
Denver Broncos defensive tackle D.J. Jones (93) is double-teamed 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
Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. (19) returns a punt 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 running back Javonte Williams (33) carries the ball 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 linebacker Josey Jewell (47) tackles Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) 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
Denver Broncos fullback Michael Burton (20) 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 cornerback Damarri Mathis (27) reacts 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) urges the crowd to make noise 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
Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) 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
Steve Atwater 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
Terrell Davis gives a Mile High Salute 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
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
Neil Smith holds the the Lombardi Trophy 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
Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) defends against Washington Commanders tight end Cole Turner (85) 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
Game action 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) makes a catch 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
Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) 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
Game action 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) pressures Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) 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
Members of the Denver Broncos Cheerleaders perform 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Members of the Denver Broncos Cheerleaders perform 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos linebacker Drew Sanders (41) and linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) combine to sack Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) 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
Denver Broncos linebacker Randy Gregory (5) points to linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) after a sack that would be ruled null by penalty 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
Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons (31) and linebacker Josey Jewell (47) make a tackle 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) 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 running back Javonte Williams (33) runs with the ball 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos offensive lineman Quinn Meinerz (77) and center Lloyd Cushenberry III (79) blocks 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
Denver Broncos running back Samaje Perine (25) makes a catch 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
Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton 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 Courtland Sutton (14) reaches for a hail mary 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 Brandon Johnson (89) catches a Hail Mary pass 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Johnson (89) catches a Hail Mary pass 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 Ben Swanson / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Johnson (89) catches a Hail Mary pass 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 Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Johnson (89) makes a touchdown catch on a Hail Mary pass 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
Washington Commanders cornerback Benjamin St-Juste (25) breaks up a pass meant for Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) 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 quarterback Russell Wilson (3), safety Justin Simmons (31) and others pray after the Broncos' Week 2 game against the Washington Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 18, 2023. Photo by Rachel O'Driscoll / Denver Broncos
