On this episode of Altitude Advantage, Hall of Famer Steve Atwater, lead writer Aric DiLalla and digital content contributor Susanna Weir discuss the Broncos' first week of OTAs.

Intro and Denver's mindset heading into the 2026 season (0:00 - 3:45)

First impressions of wide receiver Jaylen Waddle and how he fits into the Broncos' offense (3:46 - 11:14)

Denver's defense and the focus on generating turnovers (11:15 - 16:25)

Joint practice update, Bo Nix's status and closing thoughts (16:26 - 19:14)

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On this episode of Altitude Advantage, lead writer Aric DiLalla and digital content contributor Susanna Weir take a week-by-week look at the Broncos' 2026 schedule and highlight their biggest takeaways.

Intro and initial thoughts (00:00-8:47)
Week 1 at Chiefs (8:48-12:05)
Week 2 vs. Jaguars (12:06-14:28)
Week 3 vs. Rams (14:29-17:06)
Week 4 at 49ers (17:07-19:04)
Week 5 at Chargers (19:05-22:22)
Week 6 vs. Seahawks (22:23-25:12)
Week 7 at Cardinals (25:13-28:12)
Week 8 vs. Chiefs (28:13-28:34)
Week 9 at Panthers (28:35-30:50)
Week 10 bye and Week 11 vs. Raiders (30:51-32:58)
Week 12 at Steelers (32:59-34:44)
Week 13 vs. Dolphins (34:45-35:46)
Week 14 at Jets (35:47-39:11)
Week 15 at Raiders (39:12-39:24)
Week 16 vs. Bills (39:25-43:44)
Week 17 at Patriots (43:45-46:41)
Week 18 vs. Chargers (46:42-47:21)
Final thoughts (47:22-49:27)

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On this episode of Altitude Advantage, Hall of Famer Steve Atwater and lead writer Aric DiLalla discuss each member of the Broncos' 2026 draft class and chat about where the roster now stands.

Intro and overview of the Broncos' 2026 draft class (00:00-2:52)

No. 66, DT Tyler Onyedim (2:53-7:30)

No. 108, RB Jonah Coleman (7:31-10:55)

No. 111, OL Kage Casey (10:56-14:26)

No. 152, TE Justin Joly (14:27-17:12)

No. 246, S Miles Scott (17:13-19:53)

TE Dallen Bentley (No. 256), LB Red Murdock (No. 257) and how Denver approached the final two picks (19:54-27:14)

Where the Broncos stand following the draft (27:15-29:40)

Favorite 2026 Broncos draft pick + close (29:41-33:40)

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On this episode of Altitude Advantage, Hall of Fame Steve Atwater and lead writer Aric DiLalla chat about what they learned from Head Coach Sean Payton and General Manager George Paton in Denver's annual pre-draft press conference.

Intro (00:00-2:19)

What we learned from HC Sean Payton + GM George Paton's pre-draft presser (2:20-12:39)

Steve Atwater's draft memories + close (12:40-14:54)

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On this episode of Altitude Advantage, team reporter Elisa Hernandez and lead writer Aric DiLalla chat about what they learned about the Broncos from the NFL Combine.

Intro (00:00-1:42)
OC Davis Webb to call plays (1:43-6:08)
DC Vance Joseph to remain in Denver (6:09-10:05)
Identifying the "musts" in free agency (10:06-14:01)
How the Broncos can improve in 2026 (14:02-18:36)
Close (18:37-21:08)

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On this episode of Altitude Advantage, team reporter Elisa Hernandez and lead writer Aric DiLalla recap the end of the Broncos' season and what they learned during end-of-season media availability.

What stood out about the 2025 season (00:00-6:08)

Broncos not satisfied moving forward + keys to the offseason (6:09-17:06)

Bo Nix motivated for next year (17:07-26:53)

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On this episode of Altitude Advantage, team reporter Elisa Hernandez and lead writer Aric DiLalla preview the Broncos' AFC Championship Game against the New England Patriots.

Initial thoughts on Broncos' mentality ahead of the AFC Championship Game (00:00-10:12)

Listener comments (10:13-12:25)

Why Broncos have confidence in Jarrett Stidham (12:26-20:00)

Benefit of home-field advantage when hosting Patriots (20:01-27:50)

Final thoughts heading into conference championship weekend (27:51-33:28)

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On this episode of Altitude Advantage, team reporter Elisa Hernandez and lead writer Aric DiLalla discuss Jarrett Stidham taking the reins at the quarterback position following Bo Nix's season-ending injury.

Opening thoughts (00:00-2:34)

What we learned about Bo Nix against the Bills + what the Broncos have in Jarrett Stidham (2:35-7:45)

Broncos show resiliency in win vs. Bills (7:46-13:05)

Broncos flip turnover luck, look to carry it forward (13:06-20:52)

Final thoughts + early look to AFC Championship Game (20:53-25:25)

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