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The Denver Broncos and some of their players aren't having the best Christmas so far. Well, the team is, as they are still one game and one win away from making the playoffs.

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Broncos LB Cody Barton: 'We've got two weeks of life left'

Going into Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers, the Denver Broncos needed to win one of their last three games to clinch a spot in the NFL playoffs.

Denver Broncos News / Sporting News / December 21

Denver Broncos: 4 players who must come up big in order to get team into playoffs

The Denver Broncos are going to need an extraordinary effort from these four players in order to get to the playoffs.

Denver Broncos News / A to Z Sports / December 21

NFL made a list, checked it twice, and handed out two lumps of coal for one Denver Broncos defender

The Denver Broncos are having the perfect season they needed to have in a rebuild year. They are firmly in position to make the playoffs if they can win one more game, even after their Thursday Night Football game against the Los Angeles Chargers that saw them lose.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Talk / December 21

NFL fines Nik Bonitto for Marshawn Lynch homage

Another week, another fine for a guy falling into the end zone and grabbing his junk. Actually, it doesn't happen every week. But it has happened twice this year.

Nik Bonitto News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 21

Broncos OLB Nik Bonitto Staying Positive After Being Shut Out in L.A.

By losing to the Los Angeles Chargers in such a cumbersome manner, the Denver Broncos have lost a vital foothold. But the Broncos still understand they've got to deliver just one more win, with two chances to do so.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / December 21

Anything but the playoffs would be a disappointment for the Broncos

The Denver Broncos already secured their first winning season since 2016, but anything less than a playoff berth would be a disappointment. The Denver Broncos have accomplished a lot this season.

Bo Nix News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 21

Bo Nix Sounds Off on Broncos' Mindset After Brutal Chargers Loss

The Denver Broncos had their playoff destiny on a silver platter on Thursday night, and yet, the dish went crashing to the floor with food careening everywhere.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 21

Broncos' Run Game Status Defines Playoff Outlook

For years, the NFL mantra has been that teams must be able to run the ball to win in December and the playoffs. Denver Broncos starting tight end Adam Trautman said as much in recent interview, and he's only the latest.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 21

Why Broncos will miss 2024 playoffs after loss to Chargers

The Denver Broncos were in an enviable position heading into Week 16’s rendition of Thursday Night Football. They came into the contest at 9-5 and in the sixth seed of the 2024 AFC Playoffs.

Sean Payton News / Broncos Wire / December 21

Ex-Broncos players blame Sean Payton for 'TNF' loss to Chargers

Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton is facing heavy criticism following the team’s 34-27 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday Night Football. The Broncos squandered a 21-10 lead that was established primary off success in the run game, and Payton is taking heat for easing up on the ground.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / December 21

Sean Payton hints Broncos RB Audric Estime will get more carries

Take note, fantasy football managers. Just in time for championship games, it might finally be Audric Estime time in Denver. With Jaleel McLaughlin (quad) sidelined in Week 16, Estime led the Broncos‘ backfield in carries (nine) and rushing yards (48) in a Thursday Night Football showdown with the Chargers.

Bo Nix News / Broncos Wire / December 21

Broncos QB Bo Nix frustrated after going 0-2 against Chargers

Jim Harbaugh and Justin Herbert got the best of Sean Payton and Bo Nix in 2024. The Los Angeles Chargers went 2-0 against the Denver Broncos this season.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 21

Broncos most to blame for Week 16 loss to Chargers

Thursday night’s outing was definitely painful for the Denver Broncos. On the verge of claiming a playoff spot, the team suffered a 34-27 loss at the hands of the Los Angeles Chargers.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 20

Here's Why Broncos Aren't Real Contenders Yet

The Denver Broncos are coming off one of their most heartbreaking losses in recent memory, falling to the Los Angeles Chargers 34-27. After the Broncos scored three touchdowns on their first three first-half possessions, primarily due to the run game's success, Sean Payton seemed to lose sight of what was working.

Marvin Mims News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 20

Broncos WR Marvin Mims Jr. Sounds Off on Refs' Missed PI Call vs. Chargers

After an error-strewn 34-27 defeat to the Los Angeles Chargers , the now 9-6 Denver Broncos are waking up to the realization that it ain't over till it's over.

NFL News / Mile High Report / December 20

What went wrong for the Broncos in loss to the Chargers on TNF?

Well a lot went wrong, but let’s see if we can narrow it down to just a couple of things... In the Dublin to Denver podcast above, the guys gave their opinion on what went wrong for the Denver Broncos in their 34-27 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.

Patrick Surtain News / NFL Analysis Network / December 20

Patrick Surtain says Denver Broncos players know the real truth about their loss to LA Chargers

The Denver Broncos (9-6) took a big jump from Sean Payton’s first year leading the team to this season. The offense did become more efficient this season, but the defense was the unit that improved the most.

Denver Broncos News / A to Z Sports / December 20

NFL refs get roasted in the worst way possible after blatant missed call on Denver Broncos wide receiver

The Denver Broncos lost a division game that they absolutely needed on Thursday Night Football against the Los Angeles Chargers. Win, and they're in. Lose, and well, they have two more games to get one more win, against the Cincinnati Bengals and Kansas City Chiefs.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / December 20

Postgame Handshake Between Sean Payton, Jim Harbaugh Draws Attention

Two of the greatest head coaches of the past decade and beyond faced off on Thursday night when Sean Payton's Denver Broncos visited SoFi Stadium for a divisional clash with Jim Harbaugh's Los Angeles Chargers, a game with major playoff implications.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 20

'TNF' takeaways: Chargers respond with huge comeback win over Broncos

The Los Angeles Chargers improved to 9-6 with an impressive 34-27 win over the Denver Broncos on Thursday night that saw them overcome an 11-point second half deficit.

Watch: Chargers score on rare play that hasn't happened since 1976

Watch: Justin Herbert has one of best touchdown throws of NFL season

Chargers go viral for hilarious post about kicker Cameron Dicker

Watch: Broncos get benefit of missed call on touchdown vs. Chargers

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Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / December 19

Watch: Broncos get benefit of missed call on TD vs. Chargers

Watch: Broncos get benefit of missed call on touchdown vs. Chargers

The Denver Broncos got off to a fast start in Thursday's huge AFC West game against the Los Angeles Chargers, jumping out to a 21-10 lead in the second quarter.

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Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / December 19

Sean Payton's adamant message works early for Broncos on 'TNF'

Despite the Denver Broncos putting themselves in a position to clinch a postseason spot on Thursday night against the Los Angeles Chargers, it was clear from the statistics that there was one area where Denver's offense could improve.

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Blake Watson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 19

Broncos Elevating RB Blake Watson

According to Chris Tomasson, the Broncos are elevating RB Blake Watson from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 16. Mike Klis of 9News adds Denver is also elevating DL Matt Henningsen from the practice squad.

NFL News / Field Level Media / December 19

Week 16 TNF: Broncos-Chargers Preview, Props & Prediction

On a season-best four-game winning streak, the Denver Broncos enter a battle for playoff seeding holding the upper hand when they face the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night in Inglewood, Calif.