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Joshua Eaton

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Joshua Eaton is a sports journalist who closely follows the Denver Broncos, but is passionate about the NFL and College Football. He attends the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University, and plans to graduate in 2027 with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Journalism. Josh can be found on both Twitter/X and Instagram at @josheatonn.

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Denver Broncos, NFL, College Football

Arizona State's Cam Skattebo bested Ashton Jeanty, but will he surge up draft boards?

After an epic four-game stretch, Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo has stolen the spotlight. 

Massive matchup could determine whether Broncos' Patrick Surtain II wins DPOY

The cornerback is enjoying one of the greatest seasons ever at his position.

10 NFL players who could use a fresh start elsewhere in 2025

As the 2024 regular season winds down, some players may be playing their final snaps for their organizations.

Paths to title in NFC West, the NFL's most competitive division

The only division remaining in which all four teams have at least a puncher's chance to win the division is the NFC West.

Why Ravens' Lamar Jackson should be MVP favorite

Per ESPN Bet, Buffalo QB Josh Allen is the MVP favorite, but Baltimore QB Lamar Jackson is playing at a considerably higher level than any other quarterback. He's more deserving of MVP.

Week 12 winners: Cowboys survive thriller; Lions RBs make history

With most of the Week 12 schedule wrapped up, let's look at the biggest winners from Sunday's slate of games.

Lack of patience with head coaches dooms losing NFL teams

The NFL's past three Coach of the Year recipients could very likely all be job hunting this offseason, revealing an unfortunate and harsh reality: Head coaches are under more pressure to win than ever.

Ranking rounds 1-2 QBs from the past two NFL drafts

10 quarterbacks were selected in the first two rounds of the past two NFL drafts, including a record-setting six in the top-12 picks in 2024. Here's how each of the eight who have played extensively rank among their peers after Week 11 of the 2024 season.

NFL Week 11 winners: Bills knock off undefeated Chiefs; Jared Goff makes history

With most of the NFL's Week 11 action in the books, let's take a look at the biggest winners from Sunday's slate of games.

NFL Week 10 winners: Kyler Murray sets records, Chiefs remain undefeated

With most of Week 10's NFL schedule behind us, let's look at the biggest winners from Sunday's action.

Inside the Steelers-Ravens tussle to win the AFC North

Ahead of the 2024 season, ESPN's Football Power Index gave the Baltimore Ravens a 46.4% chance, the best in their division, to win the competitive AFC North.

10 burning questions about the WNBA offseason

The WNBA is fresh off a monumental season in which it saw record numbers in viewership and attendance, mostly thanks to the arrival of superstar Caitlin Clark. What's next?

Trade for WR highlights Steelers' all-in approach

With just a few hours remaining before the NFL trade deadline Tuesday, the Steelers shipped a fifth-round draft pick to the New York Jets for veteran WR Mike Williams, per ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Cowboys' nonsensical trade underscores Jerry Jones' inability to build a team

Hours before the NFL trade deadline Tuesday, the slumping Dallas Cowboys sent a 2025 fourth-round pick to the Carolina Panthers for second-year WR Jonathan Mingo and a 2025 seventh-round pick, per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.

NFL Week 9 winners: AFC North foes dominate; Alvin Kamara breaks records

With most of the Week 9 NFL action in the books, let's take a look at some of the league's biggest winners from Sunday's play.

Five mind-boggling stats that show how poorly Anthony Richardson has played

After missing most of his rookie season because of an injury to his throwing shoulder, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson entered 2024 with expectations to prove himself as the face of the franchise. To say he's missed that mark would be an understatement.

Liberty claim first WNBA title behind Finals MVP Jonquel Jones

The New York Liberty were crowned WNBA champions for the first time in the franchise's 28-year history Sunday night.

One move each NFC North team should make before trade deadline

Here's one move each team in the NFC North should make before the Nov. 5 trade deadline at 4 p.m. ET.

Flaws in voting approach could prevent Bengals' Joe Burrow from winning first MVP

Despite his team's disheartening 2-4 start to the season, Joe Burrow is still one of the NFL's best quarterbacks. However, if the Bengals continue to struggle, a flaw in the league's voting system could prevent him from earning his first MVP award.

Broncos DE Zach Allen quietly becoming dominant force thanks to 'attack style'

The Denver Broncos have been playing great defense this season while waiting for the offense to develop.

Lynx's offensive collapse could prevent long-awaited return to WNBA Finals

The Minnesota Lynx had a chance to head to the WNBA Finals and couldn't capitalize as they went ice cold in their series with the Connecticut Sun.

Broncos' Patrick Surtain II worthy of exceptional nickname

Patrick Surtain II has become one of the NFL's premier defensive players. Now in his fourth season, he has taken his game to another level and is starting to resemble a legendary Jets CB.

Texans' Nico Collins could become the NFL's first 2,000-yard WR

Nico Collins has been a force to be reckoned with for the now 3-1 Houston Texans.

Malik Nabers continues to mirror another LSU great with dominant NFL start

Nabers drew comparisons to former LSU standouts Ja'Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson throughout his draft process this spring. Now four games into his rookie season, Nabers is in an eerily similar situation to the latter superstar.

Will McDonald IV enters Defensive Player of the Year territory in Jets win

New York Jets edge-rusher Will McDonald IV has been playing stellar football in the early going this season.