We kick off Orange & Blue Today’s position previews with the group that quietly drives the entire defense: the Broncos defensive line. And the headline is obvious — Zach Allen is playing like the best defensive tackle in football. His 2025 season was elite in every category: disruption, consistency, leadership, and versatility. So what does his encore look like. Can he push even further, or does his impact come from elevating everyone around him. The big question for 2026: How do the Broncos replace John Franklin‑Meyers. JFM was a tone‑setter, a power player, and a reliable pocket‑crusher. Without him, Denver needs a new interior bully — and that’s where rookie Tyler Onyedim enters the conversation. His power, leverage, and inside quickness give him a real chance to step into meaningful snaps early. And don’t forget SaVion Jones. The second‑year defender has flashed improved strength and hand usage, and he’s in the mix to take a big developmental jump. If he hits, Denver suddenly has a young, deep, ascending defensive line behind Allen. 🔥 In this episode: What Zach Allen’s “best DT in the league” encore could look like How Denver replaces John Franklin‑Meyers’ physical presence Why Tyler Onyedim could be the surprise rookie contributor up front Whether SaVion Jones is ready for a Year‑2 leap How the DL sets the tone for Vance Joseph’s turnover‑focused defense Drop your take — which young DL steps up next to Allen in 2026.

On today’s Orange & Blue Today, Andrew Mason and Cecil Lammey dive into ESPN’s Mike Clay projections for Broncos QB Bo Nix — now entering Year Three, not Year Two — and whether his production is set for a steady climb or a full‑on statistical eruption thanks to the arrival of superstar WR Jaylen Waddle. Clay’s model shows Nix trending upward again, but the big question is how much Waddle changes the math. Does Waddle’s elite separation and YAC ability push Nix past 4,000 passing yards. Does the improved spacing and tempo in Davis Webb’s offense help Nix crack 30 passing touchdowns for the first time in his career. Mase and Cecil break down what Clay projects, what Nix’s Year Three trajectory typically looks like for young quarterbacks, and how the structure of the offense could unlock either a controlled progression — or a true breakout season. 🔥 In this episode: What Mike Clay’s model says about Nix’s Year Three outlook Whether Waddle’s arrival triggers a statistical explosion If Nix can realistically hit 4,000 yards and 30+ TDs How Webb’s offense boosts efficiency, rhythm, and red‑zone production Why Year Three is often the defining season for young QBs Drop your take — is Nix headed for a steady Year Three climb, or a Waddle‑powered breakout.

On today’s Orange & Blue Today, Andrew Mason and Cecil Lammey break down Mike Clay’s projections for the Broncos’ pass rushers — not just the EDGE group, but the entire front: EDGE, defensive ends, and defensive tackles. After Denver set a franchise record for sacks in 2025, the big question is simple: Can they do it again, or does this defense evolve in a different direction. The fellas dive into how Clay sees sack production shaking out across the roster, including what the numbers say about Jonah Elliss, Baron Browning, Nik Bonitto, Zach Allen, and the interior group. If the sack total dips — which is normal after a record‑setting season — what does that mean for the defense as a whole. That’s where Vance Joseph’s turnover emphasis comes in. More strip attempts. More ball disruption. More chaos. Even if the sack number drops, could the Broncos actually become more dangerous by generating more strip‑sack‑fumbles and takeaways. 🔥 In this episode: How Clay projects sack production across EDGE, DE, and DT Whether Denver can realistically repeat its 2025 sack record What a dip in sacks would mean for VJ’s defense Why strip‑sack‑fumbles could rise even if total sacks fall Which pass rushers are poised to outperform projections Drop your take — is this defense built to chase sacks again, or built to chase turnovers in 2026.

On today’s Orange & Blue Today, Andrew Mason and Cecil Lammey break down Mike Clay’s projections for the Broncos’ wide receiver room — and what they tell us about Bo Nix, Jaylen Waddle, Courtland Sutton, and the rest of Denver’s passing attack in 2026. The big question: Does Bo Nix go over 4,000 yards passing — and if he does, what does that mean for Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton. Clay’s numbers suggest both could push for 1,000 yards, with Waddle as the clear WR1 and Sutton operating as a “1A” who still dominates in the red zone. But does Waddle’s arrival change Sutton’s touchdown profile. Does Sutton still get the end‑zone love, or does Waddle’s speed and spacing shift the math. And if the top two receivers command so much volume, what does that mean for Troy Franklin, Pat Bryant, and Marvin Mims. Clay’s projections paint a clear picture of hierarchy, usage, and opportunity — and the fellas break down exactly what it means for the Broncos’ offense. 🔥 In this episode: Does Bo Nix hit 4,000 yards — and what that unlocks for the WR room Why Waddle is the WR1 and Sutton is the “1A” with red‑zone upside Whether Denver can realistically have two 1,000‑yard receivers How Waddle’s presence affects Sutton’s touchdown projection What Clay’s numbers say about Franklin, Bryant, and Mims’ roles Drop your take — can Nix support two 1,000‑yard WRs in 2026, or does the volume spread out too much.

On Monday’s Orange & Blue Today, Andrew Mason and Cecil Lammey break down what the Broncos defense showed us all offseason now that mandatory minicamp is in the books — and the themes were loud, consistent, and encouraging. The headline: Jonah Elliss was fantastic from the first OTA to the final minicamp rep. His burst, leverage, and nonstop motor weren’t one‑off flashes — they were a pattern. He looks like a real contributor in Year 1. But the bigger question for Vance Joseph’s unit is simple: Can this defense generate more turnovers. That’s been the emphasis all spring — more ball disruption, more strip attempts, more chaos. And with added speed at EDGE and ILB, the pieces are in place. Speaking of ILB — the Broncos might’ve found a draft‑weekend steal. Red Murdock showed instincts, range, and processing that jumped off the field. He’s already pushing for a role. This defense was already one of the league’s best. The offseason program showed signs it can get even better. 🔥 In this episode: Why Jonah Elliss was one of the biggest defensive winners of the offseason How VJ’s turnover emphasis showed up in practice Why Red Murdock looks like a sneaky draft steal Which defensive trends carried from OTAs into minicamp What this unit needs to sharpen before training camp Drop your take — which defender made the strongest impression heading into late July.

With mandatory minicamp wrapped and the offseason program officially in the books, Andrew Mason and Cecil Lammey break down what we truly learned about the Broncos offense — not the hype, not the guesses, but the consistent themes that showed up every single practice. The headline is obvious: Jaylen Waddle is that dude. Every session reinforced the same truth — he’s the centerpiece of the offense, the tone‑setter, the player defenses already have to account for. His speed, separation, and energy changed the feel of every rep. But he wasn’t alone. Jonah Coleman dazzled all spring with burst, balance, and natural instincts that make him look like a future RB1. Evan Engram looked more involved than ever, moving all over the formation and becoming a clear matchup piece in Davis Webb’s offense. And speaking of Webb — the offense itself looks different. More motion. More spacing. More rhythm. More opportunities for playmakers to get the ball on the move. 🔥 In this episode: Why Jaylen Waddle was the most consistent star of the entire offseason How Jonah Coleman proved he’s ready for a real role right away Why Evan Engram looks like a featured weapon, not a complementary one What Davis Webb’s offense actually looks like after a full spring install How these themes set the tone for training camp in late July Drop your take — which offensive storyline from the spring matters most heading into camp.

On today’s Orange & Blue Today, Andrew Mason and Cecil Lammey break down the biggest storyline from Wednesday’s mandatory minicamp: Bo Nix is stacking practices — and his work in 7‑on‑7 shows he’s on track for a full return at training camp. For the first time this offseason, Nix got extended reps in front of the media, and Mase saw several encouraging signs that point to real progress. His movement, his timing, and the way the ball came out all looked sharper than they did earlier in the spring. The confidence is returning, and so is the rhythm in Davis Webb’s offense. Mase also breaks down how Nix handled reads, how he synced up with receivers, and why his chemistry with Jaylen Waddle continues to grow. Nothing forced. Nothing hesitant. Just clean, efficient quarterbacking — exactly what you want to see in mid‑June. 🔥 In this episode: What Mase saw from Nix in 7‑on‑7 that signals real progress Why Nix looks on schedule — or ahead — for training camp How his timing and footwork have improved since early OTAs What the growing Nix–Waddle connection looked like today How the offense is settling into Webb’s structure and tempo Drop your take — did Nix look like a QB easing back in, or a QB ready to roll in late July.

On today’s Orange & Blue Today, Andrew Mason and Cecil Lammey break down our first real look at Bo Nix in front of the media this offseason as the Broncos opened mandatory minicamp — and the early signs were encouraging. Nix finally got live reps we could watch, and the fellas dive into how he moved, how the ball came out, and how comfortable he looked operating Davis Webb’s version of the offense. The timing, the rhythm, the footwork — all on display for the first time since his ankle procedure. And of course, the big storyline: What does Nix think of new superstar WR Jaylen Waddle — and how did their chemistry look on the field. From spacing to timing to trust throws, the early connection is already taking shape. Plus, how the offense itself looks different under Davis Webb — tempo, formations, motion, and how the structure is shifting to maximize Nix’s strengths. 🔥 In this episode: How Bo Nix looked in his first minicamp action in front of media What Nix said about working with Jaylen Waddle How the Nix–Waddle connection is already forming What’s new in Davis Webb’s offense — and what stood out today Why this minicamp matters for setting the tone before training camp Drop your take — did Nix look like a QB ready to take the next step in 2026.

On today’s Orange & Blue Today, Andrew Mason and Cecil Lammey lay out exactly what the Broncos must show at mandatory minicamp now that OTAs are in the books and the team enters its final work before the long summer break. The headline going into minicamp: the OTA stars — Jonah Elliss, Que Robinson, Evan Engram, Jonah Coleman, and Jaylen Waddle — have all flashed in big ways. Now the question becomes: Can they stack those performances when the tempo rises, the installs deepen, and the entire roster is required to be on the field. Mase and Cecil break down what needs to continue, what needs to improve, and which players have the most to gain — or lose — in this final week before the team disappears until late July’s training camp. 🔥 In this episode: Which OTA standouts must prove it again at mandatory minicamp Why Jonah Elliss and Que Robinson are must‑watch every rep How Evan Engram and Jaylen Waddle reshape the offense’s identity What Jonah Coleman needs to show to keep his momentum rolling The key position battles that could shift before training camp Drop your take — who’s the one player you need to see shine before the team breaks until late July.

On today’s Orange & Blue Today, Andrew Mason and Cecil Lammey break down the biggest defensive takeaways from Week 2 of Broncos OTAs — a practice where the defense once again showed juice, depth, and emerging storylines all over the field. The headline: Jonah Elliss backed up his strong Week 1 with another disruptive day. His burst, leverage, and ability to win early in the rep are becoming a theme, not a fluke. The rookie looks like he belongs in the rotation already. Then there’s Dondrea Tillman, who continues to flash versatility and play strength. With another year in the system, he looks poised to take on a bigger role — whether as a rotational piece or a matchup‑specific weapon. The fellas also dive into the defensive backfield, where roles, rotations, and competition remain wide open. From the nickel battle to the depth behind Pat Surtain and Riley Moss, Week 2 gave us new clues about who’s rising and who still has work to do. 🔥 In this episode: How Jonah Elliss followed up his breakout Week 1 performance Why Dondrea Tillman looks ready for a bigger 2026 role What we learned about the DB rotation and competition Which defenders are stacking good days — and why it matters The overall tone and energy of the defense in Week 2 Drop your take — which defender made the strongest impression in Week 2 of OTAs.