Don’t look now, however, the Broncos are two games out of first place in the AFC West.

A road win over the Chargers and then a dominant victory at home against the hapless Titans on Sunday have the Broncos at 2-4 and about to sponsor the 4-2 Chiefs on Thursday Night Football. Quite the contrast since Denver opened the season with a 0-4 record.

Like Rocky Balboa — and Randy Marsh — said, “I didn’t hear no bell. ” Here’Have a look at what you may have missed from yesterday’s game:

Seven sacks. Three takeovers. Zero points from the Titans. Does the Broncos defense look as a Vic Fangio defense? Ryan O’Halloran breaks down the way Denver took the Titans in his investigation .
The Broncos “loudly declared they’re right back into the search with the ferocity of all linebacker Alexander Johnson screeching to be an angry dinosaur,” columnist Mark Kiszla writes.
Denver’so called defensive backs flexed their muscle from Tennessee. The Denver defense is letting 196 passing yards a game, fourth-best from the NFL. Bad for a unit missing Bryce Callahan (foot), who was expected to start reverse Chris Harris Jr. at corner in addition to some other copies, Kyle Newman reports.
Former Highlands Ranch celebrity Mike Purcell made his first start in Denver, calling it “surreal. ”
A “second-round bust? ” DeMarcus Walker captured two sacks at critical fourth-quarter junctures Sunday. Kyle Fredrickson has a look at the defensive lineman’s new start under coach Vic Fangio.
Broncos Status Report: Things are getting interesting following 0-4 start, Ryan O’Halloran writes.
Broncos up-down drill:  Here’take a peek at the worst and best performances from the Titans.
Champ Bailey stood at midfield amid the roar of Mile High and looked up toward the east stands because a banner fell from the nameplate cementing his Broncos legacy, Kyle Fredrickson reports. “It’s surreal,” Bailey said following the ceremony.
In case you missed it, we’ve got some highlights for you, including Chris Harris Jr.’s 20th career interception, Phillip Lindsay’s touchdown conduct along with DeMarcus Walker sacking Marcus Mariota on fourth down late in the fourth quarter.
… speaking of Mariota, ” he might be out of a starting job after getting benched.

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Avalanche: At Washington Capitals, 3 p.m. Monday, ALT | Buy tickets
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Must-Read
Joe Amon, The Denver PostColorado Avalanche goaltender Philipp Grubauer (31) blocks a shot from Calgary Flames left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) in the next stage as the Colorado Avalanche take on the Calgary Flames at the Pepsi Center in downtown Denver on Oct. 3, 2019.
Washington reunion for Avalanche’s Philipp Grubauer along with Andre Burakovsky

In roles, Philipp Grubauer and Andre Burakovsky assisted the Washington Capitals win the Stanley Cup in 2018.

On Monday, they return to Washington as players to its 4-0 Avalanche. Grubauer is Colorado’s clear-cut No. 1 goalie and will make his fourth start. And Burakovsky is one of the Avs’ top-six wingers, Mike Chambers reports. Read …

Courtesy of the University of WyomingTed Williams waves to the crowd at the University of Wyoming.
How Wyoming’s Black 14 discovered to forgive — but not forget

Last month, to honor the 50th anniversary of one of the worst times of Ted Williams’ life and one of the seminal intersections of sports and civil rights, Wyoming had him and seven of his former teammates, both eight survivors of this Black 14, take a victory lap at War Memorial Stadium. The team of 14 African American soccer players have been kicked off the Cowboys football team on Oct. 17, 1969, for desiring to wear black armbands in protest of BYU, that weekend’s opponent, Sean Keeler writes. Read …

Who had been Wyoming’s Black 14?

Helen H. Richardson, The Denver PostColorado Rockies Wade Davis watches Arizona Diamondbacks Jarrod Dyson, not pictured, since he tries to steal to 2nd base from the 8th inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Coors Field on Aug. 14, 2019 in Denver. The Rockies beat the Diamondbacks 7-6.
Wade Davis’ meltdown forcing Rockies into major bullpen decisions

In case the Rockies are likely to rebound in 2020, the bullpen must do a 180. Because in 2019, Colorado relievers posted a 5.14 ERA, the worst because 2004 (5.53) plus a precipitous fall from 2018 (4.62), Patrick Saunders reports. Read …

Rockies’ rotation resurgence revolves round Kyle Freeland.

Quick Hits

+ How Gary Harris’ two-way strength fits into Nuggets’ title-contending puzzle.

+ Mark Barberio returned having something to prove for the Avs.

+ For Mel Tucker along with the CU Buffs, how much combat is left following a pummeling at Oregon?

+ Broncos Journal: Red zone defense has made positive strides following slow start.

+ Colorado Prep Football Rewind, Week 7: Smoky Hill searching for November, Regis’ new weapon and Cherokee Trail’s huge upset.

+ Saunders: Hey Dad, I’m rooting for the St. Louis Cardinals, too.

+ Chambers: NHL should ditch video inspection for offside.

+ Eliud Kipchoge initial to violate 2-hour markers in marathon event.

Ask The Experts

+ Broncos Mailbag: Have a question about the team? Ask Ryan O’Halloran here.

+ Nuggets Mailbag: Have a question about the team? Ask Mike Singer here.

+ Avs Mailbag: Have a question about the team? Ask Mike Chambers here.

+ Rockies Mailbag: Have a question about the team? Ask Patrick Saunders here.

By The Numbers
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How many world championship awards U.S. gymnastics star Simone Biles has won in her career, the many all-time. Read …

Parting Shot
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostA statue of Pat Bowlen stands outside before Mile High on Aug. 26, 2019 in Denver.
Kiszla: Would the best way to honor Mr. B’s memory and also save Broncos from down spiral be to Bowlen children to market the team?

Could the present squabble over control of the Broncos be troubling , more embarrassing or imperfect for anybody who loves this franchise? Read …

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