Luke Patterson

Colorado

Staff Writer and NFL & Draft Analyst, Mile High Huddle at Sports Illustrated

Staff Writer / NFL & Draft Analyst @MileHighHuddle | Co-Host of Mile High Insiders @MHI_Pod | CO Native

Articles

3 Keys to a Broncos Wildcard Victory Over Bills

Jan 10, 2025 | si.com | Luke Patterson

Renewed energy and hopeful spirits have run high all week after the Denver Broncos clinched a playoff berth. Fans and media members alike rejoiced as the Broncos punched their ticket to the league’s postseason tournament for the first time since winning Super Bowl 50 in 2015. This Sunday, the AFC's No. 7-seeded Broncos travel to Upstate New York for their most challenging test this season, with a Wildcard playoff game against the No. 2-seeded Buffalo Bills.
Ex-Broncos DL Shelby Harris has Sour Grapes Over Bo Nix After Browns' Loss on MNF

Dec 5, 2024 | si.com | Luke Patterson

Monday night's showdown between the Denver Broncos and the Cleveland Browns was replete with storylines and action, including 73 total points, five turnovers, and Jerry Jeudy’s prolific return to the Mile High City. Jeudy wasn’t the only former Bronco to make his return to Denver, as Browns defensive lineman Shelby Harris also played in the 41-32 barn burner that launched the Broncos into their Week 14 bye at 8-5.
Broncos OLB Sounds Off on What 'People Were Saying' Before the Season

Dec 4, 2024 | si.com | Luke Patterson

The 8-5 Denver Broncos beat the 3-9 Cleveland Browns in a 41-32 Monday Night Football showdown that concluded Week 13 in the Mile High City. The Broncos' fourth home win of the season sends them into their Week 14 bye, riding a three-game winning streak with a defense that continues its reign at No. 1 in total sacks (47).
3 Impressive Takeaways from Broncos' 41-32 MNF Win Over Browns

Dec 2, 2024 | si.com | Luke Patterson

Week 13 of the 2024 NFL season concluded in the Mile High City with the 8-5 Denver Broncos beating the 3-9 Cleveland Browns in a 41-32 shootout on Monday Night Football. Sean Payton’s team earned its first win in December while debuting its Midnight Navy uniforms and new Snow-capped white helmets in front of a raucous crowd at Empower Field.
3 Keys to a Denver Broncos Victory Over Cleveland Browns on MNF

Nov 29, 2024 | si.com | Luke Patterson

Week 13 features the second of three primetime games this season for the 7-5 Denver Broncos, hosting the 3-8 Cleveland Browns on Monday Night Football. Denver is coming off an impressive 29-19 divisional win against the Las Vegas Raiders, and is riding a two-game winning streak heading into December.
Sean Payton Sounds Off on Browns WR Jerry Jeudy's Return to Denver

Nov 28, 2024 | si.com | Luke Patterson

Week 13’s matchup between the 7-5 Denver Broncos and the 3-8 Cleveland Browns has the Mile High City buzzing about this Monday Night Football matchup replete with storylines. Browns defensive end Myles Garrett was just named AFC Defensive Player of the Week, while quarterback Bo Nix was named NFL Rookie of the Week, and kicker Wil Lutz earned AFC Special Teams Player of the Week.
3 Electrifying Takeaways from Broncos' 29-19 Win Over Raiders

Nov 24, 2024 | si.com | Luke Patterson

Week 12's contest featured a Denver Broncos squad desperate for a divisional win against the Las Vegas Raiders, having never won a game in Sin City. The Broncos defeated the Raiders 29-19 in Sunday’s AFC West tilt at Allegiant Stadium. Denver's win cemented a 2-0 clean sweep of the Raiders this season, keeping the Broncos firmly in the hunt for a Wildcard spot as they continue to look for an opening in the AFC West. Meanwhile, the Raiders' ninth loss of the season is a sign of the times.
3 Keys to a First-Ever Broncos Victory Over Raiders in Vegas

Nov 22, 2024 | si.com | Luke Patterson

Sunday’s matchup between the 6-5 Denver Broncos and the 2-8 Las Vegas Raiders will be the final regular season game played in November with just six games left on the schedule. Denver remains in third place in the AFC West and aims to earn its first-ever win in Las Vegas, as the Raiders have won four straight home games since moving from Oakland, CA.
Denver Broncos CB Pat Surtain II is Ready for Las Vegas Raiders TE Brock Bowers

Nov 21, 2024 | si.com | Luke Patterson

The Denver Broncos dominated the Las Vegas Raiders 34-18 in Week 5, donning their 1977 Orange Throwback threads and snapping an eight-game losing streak to their hated AFC West rival. This coming Sunday, cornerback Patrick Surtain II will lead the Broncos defense into enemy territory to get their first win in Las Vegas. Since moving from Oakland, CA to Sin City, the Raiders have a four-game winning streak over the Broncos at Allegiant Stadium.
John Elway Shares Frank Evaluation of Broncos QB Bo Nix

Nov 19, 2024 | si.com | Luke Patterson

Denver Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix’s most recent performance — a historic 38-6 win over the Atlanta Falcons — earned him a Rookie of the Week nod, his nomination of the season. The No.12 overall pick from Oregon has led the Broncos to a 6-5 record and is also firmly in the running for Offense Rookie of the Year after throwing for a career-high 307 yards and four touchdowns on Sunday. Even the Duke of Denver has taken notice of the Broncos' budding superstar.