We’re down to the final four NFL teams in contention for the Super Bowl. Who need to Broncos fans root for? Here’take a peek at reasons to cheer and jeer the teams:
Lachlan Cunningham, Getty ImagesGeneral manager John Lynch celebrates at the closing moments of this NFC Divisional Round Playoff game against the Minnesota Vikings in Levi’s Stadium on Jan. 11, 2020 at Santa Clara, California. The San Francisco 49ers won 27-10.
San Francisco 49ers
Cheer because … There are tons of Colorado ties. Head coach Kyle Shanahan is a Cherry Creek graduate. General manager John Lynch spent four seasons with the Broncos. Receiver Emmanuel Sanders was a vital component of the Denver crime for ages. Ben Garland went to Air Force Academy and played the Broncos. Cornerback Ahkelo Witherspoon played the CU Buffs.
Jeer because … Remember Super Bowl XXIV?
Green Bay Packers
Cheer because … Like the 49ers, there are lots of Colorado ties. Offensive tackle David Bakhtiari starred at CU. As did kicker Mason Crosby. Punter JK Scott was a standout in Mullen High School. And offensive lineman Billy Turner was a starter with the Broncos before joining Green Bay.
Jeer because … San Francisco has more ties. And you also ’re angry about Denver’s reduction in Week 3.
Kansas City Chiefs
Cheer because … You’re faithful to the AFC West. And it’s been 50 years because that they ’ve played at a Super Bowl. Plus defensive tackle Mike Pennel played at CSU-Pueblo.
Jeer because … They’re the Chiefs and you hate the Chiefs. They overcome the Broncos two times, in controlling style, this past year and eight times in a row.
Tennessee Titans
Cheer because … Who doesn’t enjoy an underdog narrative? A sixth seed that landed a playoff spot in Week 17. They beat the Patriots and the favorites, the Ravens to advance to the AFC championship match. Plus they re facing off against the despised Chiefs. And Nuggets shield Gary Harris likes them, too.
Jeer because … You’re angry about that wild-card playoff match in 1979 when Earl Campbell and the Oilers came into Denver and conquer your Broncos.
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Must-Read
Joe Amon, The Denver PostBroncos offensive coordinator Rich Scangarello ahead of the Broncos take on the Los Angeles Chargers in Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, on Dec. 1, 2019.
Broncos fire first-year offensive coordinator Rich Scangarello
The Broncos will have their in after coach Vic Fangio fired offensive coordinator Rich Scangarello on Sunday.
During hours of Scangarello’s dismissal, signs began to point toward former New York Giants coach Pat Shurmur since Fangio’s favored choice, confirming a source’s forecast that Fangio would proceed quickly and employ a replacement with significant play-calling experience, Ryan O’Halloran reports. Read …
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostColorado Avalanche center Tyson Jost (17) moves down the ice as the Colorado Avalanche skates against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Pepsi Center on Jan. 10, 2020 at Denver.
Avalanche Seeking to dig out of 4-7-1 funk with more grit
It appears the Avalanche needs more toughness and focus on detail in the & ldquo; dirty & rdquo; places from its players and has lost its identity.
But they are 4-7-1 because their last unbeaten streak with a relatively healthy lineup and looking for answers. They blew another third-period direct Friday and lost 4-3 in overtime to the Pittsburgh Penguins, who were lacking superstar Sidney Crosby and several players, Mike Chambers writes. Read …
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado (28) greets shortstop Trevor Story (27) in the batters circle after Story hit a solo home run off of San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Shaun Anderson (64) in the third inning at Coors Field Aug. 2, 2019.
Kiszla: With commerce of Nolan Arenado perception unavoidable, are Rockies also messing up amazing matter with Trevor Story?
In a period when our lovable losers in LoDo are currently threatening to push against near Hall of Famer Nolan Arenado out the door, the Rockies will also be quibbling around $750,000 with shortstop Trevor Story in mediation, Mark Kiszla writes. Read …
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Quick Hits
+ After game-winning shot in state championship last year, Cherry Creek’s Jana Van Gytenbeek is primed for more big moments.
+ “Culture is every day”: How the Nuggets constructed one of the most powerful locker rooms at the NBA.
+ Malik Beasley, in and out of Nuggets’ turning, on trade rumors: “I just dared . ”
+ What does Avs star Nathan MacKinnon have to do with best Connor McDavid for the Hart Trophy?
+ Chambers: Rick Bowness Sr. replacing Jim Montgomery in aftermath of Stars shooting “bittersweet” for Bowness household .
+ Sam Girard keeps Avalanche assist streak rolling in 200th career NHL game.
+ Kickin’ It with Kiz: Here’s just free-agent QB that may make Broncos bench Drew Lock.
+ Justin Jackson ready to write next chapter together with CU Buffs.
+ WATCH: Super Bowl-winning coach Jimmy Johnson elected into Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Ask The Experts
+ Broncos Mailbag: Have a question concerning the group? Ask Ryan O’Halloran here.
+ Nuggets Mailbag: Have a question concerning the group? Ask Mike Singer here.
+ Avs Mailbag: Have a question concerning the group? Ask Mike Chambers here.
+ Rockies Mailbag: Have a question concerning the group? Ask Patrick Saunders here.
By The Numbers
91
The number of points the No. 25 CU Buffs men’s basketball team play within their dominating win over Utah. Read …
Parting Shot
Gary Landers, Associated Press fileIn that Dec. 15, 2019 file photograph, New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman stands on the sidelines in the second half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, in Cincinnati.
Patriots star Julian Edelman arrested for vandalism in California
New England Patriots star Julian Edelman was arrested in Southern California on suspicion of misdemeanor vandalism later jumping on the hood of rsquo & someone;s automobile, authorities said Sunday. Read …
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