First And Orange

In this edition of the 1st & Orange podcast sponsored by Betsafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Parker Gabriel preview the Broncos' Week 8 showdown against the Jaguars in London. Is Russell Wilson recovered enough from his hamstring injury to play? What are the keys to victory against a Jacksonville team that is also spiraling? Can the Denver defense keep QB Trevor Lawrence from finding a rhythm? What did GM George Paton have to say during his media address from London? Those questions are addressed, plus predictions, in a packed show ahead of Denver's international game at Wembley Stadium.

In this edition of the 1st & Orange podcast sponsored by Betsafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Parker Gabriel preview the Broncos' Week 7 home showdown against the Jets. Will quarterback Russell Wilson, who hurt his hamstring in the Week 6 loss in Los Angeles, be able to play? What can Denver expect out of backup Brett Rypien if he's called upon? How does the Denver offense (last in the NFL at 15.2 points per game) get right, and can the Broncos defense continue to carry a heavy load? Those questions are addressed -- plus predictions and insight from Brett Rypien, Dre'Mont Jones and KJ Hamler -- in a packed show from Dove Valley.

In this edition of the 1st & Orange podcast sponsored by Betsafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Parker Gabriel preview the Broncos' Week 6 road showdown against the Chargers. What has keyed the dominance of the Denver defense so far? With Russell Wilson's shoulder ailing, is there any hope for the Broncos' offense, which ranks next-to-last in the NFL at 15 points per game? How do the Broncos match up against the Chargers in a key early-season divisional matchup? Those questions are addressed, plus predictions and insight from Bradley Chubb and Calvin Anderson, in a packed show from Dove Valley.

In this edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran break down the Broncos' 2022 schedule. Plus, thoughts on Jerry Jeudy's arrest last week, observations from rookie minicamp, looking ahead to next week's OTAs and more analysis in a packed show.

In this packed edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran break down the Broncos' nine selections in the 2022 NFL draft. What grade should GM George Paton get for this draft? What was revealed about the Broncos' drafting philosophy this past weekend? What are Year 1 expectations for the nine new Broncos? What positions were ignored in the draft? Is Denver a better team than it was last week? These questions, and more, are addressed in a packed show.

In this packed edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran break down the Broncos' veteran minicamp and preview this weekend's NFL Draft. What were the biggest takeaways from minicamp? What players or positions might GM George Paton and the Broncos, whose first pick is No. 64, target in the draft? Who should fans expect to go No. 1 overall? What should Broncos fans make of the team bringing back running back Melvin Gordon? These questions, and more, are addressed in a packed show.

In this packed edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran break down the Broncos' pre-draft press conference with GM George Paton and assistant GM Darren Mougey. Plus, why scouts are so high on CSU's Trey McBride, the draft prospects for locals Chad Muma, Max Borghi and Noah Elliss, a prediction for who the Broncos will draft at No. 64 overall and more analysis.

In this packed edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran analyze the team amid the start of the Broncos' offseason program this week. What did wideout Courtland Sutton and safety Justin Simmons say about the Russell Wilson trade? Two weeks from the draft, who will the Broncos selected with their first pick at No. 64 overall? Plus, takeaways from pressers by left tackle Garett Bolles and outside linebacker Bradley Chubb.

In this packed edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran give the latest update on the Broncos following league meetings in Florida. The duo analyze the latest on the ownership search and the fallout from the fire at Empower Field. Plus, expanded thoughts on new right tackle Billy Turner, the rest of the league's impression of the Russell Wilson trade and CSU star Trey McBride's draft stock.

In this packed edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran break down the Broncos recent signings of inside linebacker Alex Singleton, quarterback Josh Johnson and nickel back K'Waun Williams. Plus, analysis on what positions that GM George Paton needs to address further in free agency/draft, a breakdown of the re-loaded AFC West and more.

In this packed edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran break down the Broncos' blockbuster trade for Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson. How can Wilson transform the Broncos into immediate contenders? How will Denver replace the pieces it gave up in the trade, namely draft picks, defensive lineman Shelby Harris and tight end Noah Fant? What does the move say about GM George Paton's strategy? Those questions are addressed, and more analysis on Wilson, in a packed show.

In this edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran give the latest update on all things Broncos from the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. The duo breaks down pressers by GM George Paton and head coach Nathaniel Hackett, the buzz around the combine about quarterbacks Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson, and Denver's options at the No. 9 pick in next month's NFL Draft. Plus the packed show is capped by a discussion on locals at the combine, Colorado State's Trey McBride and Washington State's Max Borghi.

In this packed edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran break down the latest on Green Bay All-Pro quarterback Aaron Rodgers potentially landing in Denver for the 2022 season. Plus, discussion on the Broncos' new-look coaching staff under head coach Nathaniel Hackett, the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine and what decisions Denver should make on free agents Alexander Johnson, Josey Jewell, Melvin Gordon and Bryce Callahan.

In this packed edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran break down the new -- and young -- Broncos' coaching staff under head honcho Nathaniel Hackett. What should fans make of offensive coordinator Justin Outten, as well as yet-to-be-named defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero? Why did Hackett decide to keep wideout coach Zach Azzanni and defensive backs coach Christian Parker on staff? Should fans be concerned or excited about the lack of traditional experience by most of Hackett's hires? Plus, thoughts on Von Miller and the Rams' Super Bowl LVI win, what's next for the Broncos as the offseason fires up and breaking down the local prospects who earned invitations to the NFL Scouting Combine.

In this packed edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran preview Super Bowl LVI and discuss the latest updates on the evolving Broncos' coaching staff. Who has the edge in Sunday's matchup between the Bengals and Rams at SoFi Stadium? What can the Broncos take from each team's path to the Super Bowl? Will Von Miller have a storybook finish to his half-season in L.A. after being traded at the deadline? These questions are addressed and more, plus analysis on DeMarcus Ware's candidacy for the Pro Football Hall of Fame and predictions for Sunday.

In this edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran break down the Broncos going on the open market. What's the likely timetable for the sale of the team? What sort of price could the Broncos fetch, and what pool of buyers are realistic? Those questions are addressed in a packed show, plus more analysis on the hiring of head coach Nathaniel Hackett and takeaways from his introductory press conference.

In this edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran break down the Broncos' hiring of Nathaniel Hackett as their next head coach and 18th head coach in franchise history. What gave Hackett the edge over fellow finalists Dan Quinn and Kevin O'Connell? Why did general manager George Paton feel Hackett is the right man for the job? What's on Hackett's immediate to-do list when he takes over in Dove Valley, and where do the Broncos go from here? Plus, discussion on the drama-filled divisional round of the NFL playoffs and predictions for the championship games this weekend.

In this edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran give the latest updates on the Broncos' search for their next head coach. Who among general manager George Paton's 10 candidates should be considered the favorite to land the job? Will ex-Broncos coach Vic Fangio find a job soon as a defensive coordinator? How will John Elway figure into a bid for ownership of the team? Plus, discussion on the first round of the NFL playoffs and predictions for the divisional round this weekend.

In this packed edition of the 1st & Orange podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran analyze the search for the Broncos' next head coach after Vic Fangio was fired Jan. 9. Who on general manager George Paton's list of 10 candidates should be considered a favorite? How should Paton and the Broncos value previous head coaching experience, and does Denver need an offensive- or defensive-minded coach? How does Denver's opening compare to the six other head coaching vacancies around the league? Newman and O'Halloran break down all the candidates and what Paton is looking for as the interview process begins Thursday in Detroit. Plus, the latest on the team's ownership situation and predictions for the first round of the playoffs.

In this edition of the 1st & Orange podcast presented by SI Sportsbook, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Ryan O'Halloran preview Denver's regular season finale against the Chiefs at Empower Field. The duo recap the Week 17 loss in Los Angeles, give injury and COVID updates heading into Saturday, break down the Chiefs' recent swell and project the future of coach Vic Fangio and his staff. The packed show from Dove Valley is closed with a discussion on quarterback Drew Lock and predictions.