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The New York Jets announced last week that they completed a virtual interview with Denver Broncos defensive backs coach Jim Leonhard for their defensive coordinator opening. Leonhard also had an interview with the Dallas Cowboys, and more interviews are likely on the way following the AFC Championship game.
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While the Broncos did play some close games this year, they bested almost every opponent since their 1-2 start; only the Jaguars were able to come away with a victory against Sean Payton’s team. Last week, the Bills came close but they were undone by some untimely turnovers and penalties and ultimately fell in overtime.
Hall of Fame coach Bill Parcells knows something about dealing with losing his starting quarterback when it matters most.
The Pats have not fared well in postseason games played in Denver, losing four games in four tries, three of them with Tom Brady at QB.
Where to watch the game, how to get to Empower Field and everything else you need to know ahead of Saturday’s playoff game in Denver.
Who do the Denver Broncos play in NFL playoffs next? When do they play? What to know about 2026 AFC championship game, with date, location, opponent.
The five takeaways the Broncos produced against the Bills represented more than a third of their regular-season total.
The Denver Broncos‘ defense under Vance Joseph has been the backbone of a dominant season, one that ended with a division title, the No. 1 seed in the AFC, and legitimate Super Bowl expectations.