Not Another Bucking Podcast
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Another Broncos podcast?! No, it’s Not Another Bucking Podcast. Hosted by The Athletic beat writer Nick Kosmider, this new audio coverage of the Mile High City’s football club will feature a rotating cast of guests who will bring sharp insight, good-natured humor and varying perspectives about the Broncos, the NFL at large and, well, maybe a bit of life thrown in. We want to explore the aspects of the team you care about and introduce you to new trends, stories and insight about the team along the way. We can’t wait for you, the passionate fans, to join us for an entertaining examination of a team with no shortage of characters and storylines.
Episodes
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Broncos offense hits a breaking point after the Levi’s Stadium loss
The Broncos leave Santa Clara at 2-2, but the bigger story is how many red flags piled up in one afternoon. A 24-14 loss to the 49ers exposed an offense that still cannot start fast, cannot generate explosives, and now has to worry about the health of Pat Surtain, Riley Moss, and Pat Bryant. Nick...
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Broncos Bounce Back—and Jaylen Waddle Changes Everything
The Broncos were one loss away from panic, then they flipped the script and found a blueprint worth watching. Nick Kosmider breaks down how Denver answered its ugly Week 1 showing with a sharper, tougher 20-13 win over the Jaguars, and why the response says as much about this team as the score does.
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Bo Nix has to prove he’s ready for the Bronco's toughest stretch
The Broncos cannot afford another slow start and the matchup in front of them is brutal. Jacksonville is riding a nine-game regular-season winning streak, Trevor Lawrence is playing some of the best football of his career, and Denver walks into Week 2 needing answers fast after a lopsided loss to...
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Broncos Get Exposed in Week 1: 28 Missed Tackles and No Rhythm
The Broncos didn’t just lose Week 1—they got exposed on both sides of the ball in a 31–10 beating that raises immediate questions about Bo Nix, Davis Webb, and a defense that couldn’t tackle its way out of trouble. Nick Kosmider breaks down why this loss is concerning without being…
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The Broncos' Biggest Week 1 Edge Is Hidden in Plain Sight
The Broncos are back, and Week 1 in Kansas City already has the feel of a statement game. Bo Nix looks more confident than he did as a rookie, Patrick Mahomes is returning from surgery earlier than expected, and Denver’s pass rush is about to test both a banged-up Chiefs offense and a rivalry…
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Draft Preview - Is Sam Roush the guy?
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat writer for The Athletic, breaks down the 2026 NFL Draft.
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Broncos' Heartbreak: A Season of Near Misses and Future Hopes
In this episode of "Not Another Bucking Podcast," host Nick Kosmider delves into the Denver Broncos' narrow 10-7 loss to the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship. Despite a season filled with resilience and a strong defense, the Broncos fell just short of a Super Bowl berth. Nick…
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AFC Championship Showdown - Broncos, not just Stidham, take on the Patriots
Join Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down Sunday's matchup between the Denver Broncos and New England Patriots.
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Bo Nix leads the Broncos to the victory, but is lost for the season
Join Nick as he breaks down the teams first playoff victory in 10 years.
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Playoff Rematch - Bills Week!
Join host Nick Kosmider as he dives into the highly anticipated playoff matchup between the Denver Broncos and the Buffalo Bills. With Denver hosting its first home playoff game in a decade, the stakes are high. Explore the key strategies, player matchups, and the impact of injuries as the…
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Broncos Clinch a Bye
Join Nick Kosmider as he breaks down the Denver Broncos victory in week 18 over the Los Angeles Chargers
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"Broncos' Path to Playoffs: Week 18 Showdown
Join Nick and Matt Kosmider as they dive into the Denver Broncos' crucial Week 18 matchup against the Chargers. Explore playoff implications, potential opponents, and the strategic decisions shaping the Broncos' quest for the number one seed.
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A tough home loss - Jaguars Aftermath
Join Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, as he breaks down the teams recent loss against the Jaguars.
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Broncos' Unstoppable Streak: Breaking Down the Victory Over Green Bay
Nick Kosmider dives into the Denver Broncos' thrilling 34-26 victory over the Green Bay Packers
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Underdogs at home? :Packers week preview.
Join Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, as he breaks down this week's game against the Green Bay Packers.
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Broncos' Dominance: Breaking Down the 10th Straight Victory
Join Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, as he breaks down the team's decision win against the Las Vegas Raiders.
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Broncos find another gritty win
In this episode of "Not Another Bucking Podcast," hosts Nick and Matt dive into the Denver Broncos' thrilling victory over the Washington Commanders. Despite trailing in every game this season, the Broncos have managed to secure a 10-2 record, showcasing their resilience and determination. Join…
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Broncos' Playoff Push - A chance at a bye
Join Nick and Matt as they dive into the Denver Broncos' thrilling journey towards the playoffs.
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Frank Crumb take a bow! - Chiefs Aftermath
Join us as we break down the Denver Broncos' thrilling 22-19 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. Discover how the Broncos' strategic plays and Frank Crumb's crucial block of an extra point turned the tide in this pivotal game. #BroncosWin #NFLHighlights #FrankCrumb
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Broncos vs. Chiefs: A High-Stakes Showdown in the AFC West
Join Nick and Matt as they dive into the pivotal Broncos vs. Chiefs matchup, exploring Denver's strategy to dethrone Kansas City in the AFC West. Discover insights on Patrick Mahomes' impact, the Broncos' defensive tactics, and key player updates. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of this...
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Unapologetically 8-2, Raiders Aftermath
Join Nick Kosmider as he breaks down the Denver Broncos win on Thursday Night Football
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Next man up, overcoming the loss of Pat Surtain
Join Nick and Matt as they delve into the Denver Broncos' defensive strategies amidst the absence of star cornerback Pat Sertan. Discover insights on how the team plans to tackle the Houston Texans, the impact of Kris Abrams-Draine stepping up, and the role of turnovers in securing a win. Tune in...
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Young Broncos show up big against Dallas - Cowboys Aftermath
Join Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, as he breaks down the teams game against the Dallas Cowboys.
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A Fourth Quarter for the Ages - Giants Aftermath
Join Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, as he breaks down the teams recent victory against the New York Giants.
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A Statement Win - Eagles Aftermath
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the team's recent victory in Philadelphia.
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Broncos' Redemption: A Dominant Victory Over the Bengals
In this episode of "Not Another Bucking Podcast," host Nick Kosmider breaks down the Denver Broncos' commanding 28-3 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. From Bo Nix's career-high passing yards to the dynamic duo of JK Dobbins and RJ Harvey, we discuss the key plays and strategies that led to…
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Broncos vs. Bengals: A Monday Night Showdown Preview
Join Nick Kosmider, Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, as he previews the upcoming Broncos vs. Bengals Monday night matchup. Nick discusses the impact of Joe Burrow's absence, the Broncos' offensive struggles, and the defensive opportunities against a turnover-prone Bengals team. Tune in for...
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Rough breaks and penalties: Broncos' close game woes continue - Chargers Aftermath
"In this episode, we dive into the Broncos' ongoing challenges in close games, focusing on the impact of penalties and missed opportunities. Join us as we analyze key moments and discuss what it will take for the team to overcome these hurdles and find success on the field.
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Bo Nix shines, but it's not enough - Colts Aftermath
In this episode of "Not Another Bucking Podcast," host Nick Kosmider dives into the Broncos' recent game, highlighting Bo Nix's impressive performance with three first-half touchdown passes. They discuss how Nix's poise and control marked a significant improvement from the previous week,...
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Broncos hit the road - Colts Week
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the news surrounding the team's new stadium and looks ahead to their week 2 matchup with the Indianapolis Colts.
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Pat Surtain II and the defense take care of business - Titans Aftermath
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the team's opening week victory against the Tennessee Titans.
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The Wait is Over - Titans Week
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, talks about what he is excited to see as the Broncos kick off the 2025 regular season at home against the Tennessee Titans.
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Predicting the 53-Man Roster
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, gives us his thoughts on how the initial 53-man roster falls out.
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We're Back to Football - San Francisco Aftermath
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the teams first preseason game against the San Francisco 49'ers.
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Will the Broncos Deliver A Merry Christmas? - NFL Schedule Reactions
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the teams schedule. Week 1: Titans Week 2: at Colts Week 3: at Chargers Week 4: Bengals (MNF) Week 5: at Eagles Week 6: Jets (London) Week 7: Giants Week 8: Cowboys Week 9: at Texans Week 10: Raiders (TNF) Week 11: Chiefs...
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Adding Strength to Strength - Round 1 Aftermath
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the team's first round pick of Jahdae Barron.
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Not Another Bucking Mock Draft
Here are the results for the Not Another Bucking Mock Draft: 1. Titans - Cam Ward 2. Browns - Travis Hunter 3. Giants - Abdul Carter 4. Patriots - Will Campbell 5. Jaguars - Mason Graham 6. Raiders - Ashton Jeanty 7. Jets - Armand Membou 8. Panthers - Tyler Warren 9. Saints - Shedeur Sanders 10....
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Broncos' Free Agency Deep Dive: Insights from the NFL Annual League Meetings
Join Nick Kosmider, Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, as he breaks down the Denver Broncos' key free agency moves from the NFL Annual League Meetings in Palm Beach, Florida. Discuss the strategic signings of Dre Greenlaw and Talanoa Hufanga, hear insider details about the team's offseason...
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Breaking down the RB's - Is Omarion Hampton the guy?
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, runs through the options the broncos may have for addressing running back in the upcoming draft.
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Evan Engram, Peyton's new 'Joker', highlights busy week of Free Agency
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down all the teams new free agent signings including Evan Engram, Dre Greenlaw, and Talanoa Hufanga.
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Offseason Starts to Take Shape - Combine Aftermath
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, catches you up on the latest Broncos news.
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Sean Payton's Staff is Disappearing - Should the Broncos Worry?
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, gives an update on the state of the coaching staff and roster.
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Broncos Can't Keep Up with Buffalo - Bills and Season Aftermath
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the team's loss to the Buffalo Bills.
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Searching for Answers to Josh Allen - Playoff Football Time
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, previews the team's first playoff game in 9 years against the Buffalo Bills.
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Broncos Are Playoff Bound - Chiefs Aftermath
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the team's final regular season game.
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Joe Burrow Outduels Bo Nix - Bengals Aftermath
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the team's recent loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.
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Justin Herbert Carves up Broncos - Chargers Aftermath
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the teams recent loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.
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It Wasn't Pretty, but it Worked - Colts Aftermath
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the teams recent victory over the Indianapolis Colts.
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The Broncos Prepare for a Huge Game - Colts Week
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the teams upcoming game against the Indianapolis Colts.
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Nik Bonitto and Ja'Quan McMillian Take Picks to the House - Browns Aftermath
Nick Kosmider, Denver Broncos beat reporter for The Athletic, breaks down the teams recent victory against the Cleveland Browns.
About this show
Another Broncos podcast?! No, it’s Not Another Bucking Podcast. Hosted by The Athletic beat writer Nick Kosmider, this new audio coverage of the Mile High City’s football club will feature a rotating cast of guests who will bring sharp insight, good-natured humor and varying perspectives about the Broncos, the NFL at large and, well, maybe a bit of life thrown in. We want to explore the aspects of the team you care about and introduce you to new trends, stories and insight about the team along the way. We can’t wait for you, the passionate fans, to join us for an entertaining examination of a team with no shortage of characters and storylines.
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