NFL analyst Greg Cosell tells Broncos critics that quarterback Bo Nix isn’t the sole cause of Denver’s offensive woes. On the Ross Tucker Podcast, Cosell points to flawed passing concepts and a lack of clean intermediate reads, arguing the system—route combinations, protections and coaching—must be examined. While Nix still bears responsibility, Cosell stresses that the offensive structure limits his opportunities, urging a broader evaluation before pinning blame on the young QB.
It’s not often you can say it, but the Colorado Avalanche have been in a funk. Losing to the New Jersey Devils and Philadelphia Flyers will do that to you,…
NFL Blue Book analyst Charles Robinson flags the Denver Broncos and Carolina Panthers as the top candidates if the Detroit Lions trade tight end Sam LaPorta before the Nov. 10 deadline. Robinson notes Broncos coach Sean Payton has sought a "high‑impact" TE to boost Bo Nix, while the Panthers are eyeing Bryce Young’s support. LaPorta, 25, is in a contract stalemate after the Lions ended extension talks; he posted 27 catches for 316 yards and three TDs in five games this season and carries a $6.748 M cap hit. Reports suggest Detroit could tag him, but a trade or new deal likely won’t materialize until after the 2026 season.
The Colorado Avalanche snapped a skid by beating the Tampa Bay Lightning, with Nazem Kadri breaking his 10‑game goalless streak on a power‑play goal. Meanwhile, Winnipeg Jets' veteran netminder Connor Hellebuyck is traded to the New Jersey Devils, ending his tenure in the Central Division. The Daily also notes the Panthers’ urgent roster shake‑up after back‑to‑back losses, the Canadiens’ Jake Evans finally scoring, and the Bruins’ Morgan Geekie struggling to find the net.
The Arizona Cardinals, riding a one‑game win streak, host the 4‑2 Denver Broncos in Week 7. The Broncos, last year’s AFC #1 seed and a preseason Super Bowl favorite, aim to extend their strong start. The matchup airs on CBS at 1:05 PM MT Sunday and streams on NFL+, with Kevin Harlan, Trent Green and Melanie Collins on commentary. Radio options include KOA 850 AM, Arizona Sports 98.7 FM, ESPN Radio, Latino Mix 100.3 FM, and SiriusXM (Channel 263). A win could pull the Cardinals back into playoff contention.
Colorado’s catching pipeline looks surprisingly deep despite a thin major‑league roster. While starter Hunter Goodman dazzles with 41 homers in 2026, the real intrigue lies in the prospects: Bryant Betancourt (.271, 17 HR, .815 OPS, Triple‑A at 22), Cole Messina (.226, 8 HR, 21 SB in Double‑A), and 2026 draftees Daniel Jackson and Jack Natili (10 HR in 37 games at Fresno). Independent‑league standout Jack O'Dowd posted .307 with 23 HR across three levels and now leads the Arizona Fall League with a .350 average and five homers. Though none are guaranteed MLB catchers, the depth could be a bright spot for a club facing offseason roster questions.
The Arizona Cardinals will stick with the Allgeier‑Knight tandem against the Denver Broncos on Sunday after Jeremiah Love’s ankle injury sidelines him again. Allgeier struggled in the 18‑16 win over the Rams, tallying 18 carries for just 38 yards (2.1 ypc), while Knight posted 15 carries for 80 yards (6.2 ypc) and two catches. Denver ranks 2nd in the league in rushing yards allowed, giving both backs a chance to rebound. Fantasy managers should treat Allgeier as a low‑floor flex in deeper PPR leagues, but Knight offers higher upside and could see a larger share of carries if Allgeier falters.
The Colorado Avalanche snap a two-game skid with a dominant 6-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Oct. 24, 2026. Six different Avalanche skaters — Devon Toews, Nazem Kadri, Fedor Svechkov, Artturi Lehkonen, Nathan MacKinnon and Martin Necas — find the net, while MacKinnon adds three assists. Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood makes 31 saves for his fifth win in eight starts. Despite taking seven penalties and allowing five power‑play chances, Colorado scores early in every period and secures its first complete effort of the year, ending Tampa’s three‑game streak.
The Colorado Avalanche dominate the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-3 at Ball Arena on Oct. 23, 2026. Devon Toews opens the scoring, followed by a power‑play strike from TJ Hughes to Nazem Kadri. Fedor Svechkov adds a third‑minute goal in the second period, and Nathan MacKinnon caps the night with his fourth goal of the season in the third. Jake Guentzel nets two power‑play goals for Tampa, but Colorado’s third line—Svechkov, Jaden Schwartz, and Hughes—provides the offensive spark. New faces Logan O’Connor and Taylor Makar make their season debuts, and the Avs head to Nashville on Oct. 25.
The Tampa Bay Lightning fall 6-3 to the Colorado Avalanche after conceding a goal just 1:05 into the game. Colorado’s top line, led by Nathan MacKinnon, dominates, while Jake Guentzel nets two goals for Tampa and Charle‑Edouard D’Astous adds his second of the season. Goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy makes 18 saves on 23 shots, but the Lightning can’t stop the Avalanche’s relentless attack.
The Colorado Avalanche looked more like themselves as they welcomed the Tampa Bay Lightning to town on Friday.
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Broncos The Broncos currently have the league’s No. 31-ranked offense going into Week 7. Denver QB Bo Nix admits that he can play better and is confident their offense can stay consistently strong. “I have to play better,” Nix said, via Mike Klis of 9News. “We have to play better. The offense has to play […]
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The Tampa Bay Lightning visit the Colorado Avalanche on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, with puck drop at 9 p.m. ET at Ball Arena. The game streams on ESPN+ (or ESPN Unlimited) and airs on the ESPN+ channel. Lightning enter as a hot team, 7‑2 in their first nine games, highlighted by Nikita Kucherov’s 13 points and Brandon Hagel’s seven goals, while Andrei Vasilevskiy anchors the net. Avalanche sit at 5‑4‑1, led by Nathan MacKinnon’s 16 points and Cale Makar’s defensive prowess. The matchup pits two early‑season stars against each other and promises an entertaining showdown.
The Colorado Avalanche host the Tampa Bay Lightning at Ball Arena at 7 p.m. MT for their 11th game of the season. Tampa enters with a 7-2-0 record and a hot Nikita Kucherov, while Colorado sits at 5-4-1 after two recent losses. Coach Jared Bednar highlights the return of Logan O'Connor and the call‑up of brother duo Taylor and Cale Makar, who both make their 2026‑27 debuts. Nathan MacKinnon remains a question mark after recent criticism, and Vasilevskiy will tend the net for Tampa, holding a 7‑5‑1 record against the Avs. Projected lineups and broadcast info are provided for fans weighing the matchup.
OKLAHOMA CITY — The first week of the 2026-27 NBA season held no punches, with marquee matchups between Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs and Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, and Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren passed the test with flying colors. Holmgren held Wembanyama to 12 points on Opening Night, as […]
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On July 12, the Denver Nuggets made a very interesting signing, bringing in 29-year-old rookie Alpha Diallo from the EuroLeague on a one-year, $1.4 million deal. At first, this move may seem insignificant, as few expect him to get much playing time. Most see it as a way for Denver to just round out their […]
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Three Broncos players were ruled out for Sunday: Tyler Badie, Jonah Elliss and Talanoa Hufanga.
For the first time since 1980, the 2026 World Series pits two clubs without a championship— the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers—against each other. Both entered the Fall Classic as league leaders, with the Rays posting 98 wins and the Brewers a franchise‑record 103. Game 1 kicks off at 8 p.m. at American Family Field, featuring lineups that include Yandy Diaz, Christian Yelich, William Contreras and a debut by flame‑throwing rookie Jacob Misiorowski. The series airs on FOX and streams on ESPN Radio, SiriusXM and iHeartRadio.
Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander sees his NBA‑record 20‑point streak of 141 games end with a 17‑point, 3‑assist night in the Thunder’s 96‑84 win over Denver on Oct. 23, 2026. Despite the dip, he ignores the milestone and focuses on victory, drawing praise from NBA insider Michael Wilbon on ESPN’s NBA Today. Wilbon lauds SGA’s humility and team‑first mindset, saying the streak’s end won’t define his legacy. Oklahoma City, now 2‑0, also featured double‑digit contributions from Jalen Williams (21), Chet Holmgren (12/17), Ajay Mitchell (12) and Cason Wallace (9). The Thunder next host the Clippers on Oct. 25.
Seattle heads into Week 7 against the unbeaten Chiefs missing key pieces. Starting RB Zach Charbonnet (knee) is out, leaving Emanuel Wilson and George Holani to split carries for a team that ranks 18th in rushing and leads the league with six fumbles. LB Drake Thomas (ankle) and Chazz Surratt (calf) also sit out, while Nick Emmanwori (hip) and several other linebackers are questionable. Chiefs injuries include WR Rashee Rice (hamstring) and OT Jaylon Moore (concussion), but they still have Xavier Worthy as their top receiver. Both squads will announce final inactives Sunday at 3:50 p.m. PT.
Here is the Cardinals' injury report ahead of the team's Week 7 matchup against the Denver Broncos.
The injuries are piling up for the Arizona Cardinals this week with a handful of notable names sidelined for Sunday's game against the Broncos.
The Seattle Seahawks, sitting 3-3 after losses to the 49ers and Broncos, clear a roster spot by waiving former All-Pro cornerback Trevon Diggs, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 Houston. The move comes amid concerns over quarterback Sam Darnold’s protection and the ongoing five‑game absence of lineman Anthony Bradford. No replacement has been announced yet, and the team hopes to rebound in the NFC West as the season progresses.
The Nuggets' bench looked better than the starters against the Thunder. That won't always be the case, but it's an encouraging sign.