What Are the 3 Biggest Storylines Before Broncos OTAs? | Orange & Blue Today

What Do We NEED To See At Mandatory Minicamp for the Broncos? | Orange & Blue Today

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.

OBT: Biggest Defensive Takeaways from Week 2 — Elliss’ Momentum, Tillman’s Rise & DB Battles Heat Up

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.

Broncos OTAs: Davis Webb EXCITED About Broncos Offense, Plus New Payton Deal | Orange & Blue Today

On today’s Orange & Blue Today, Andrew Mason and Cecil Lammey break down everything we learned from OTAs — including our first full media session with new offensive coordinator Davis Webb. Webb finally stepped to the podium, and the early signs of his influence on the offense are already showing. The fellas dig into how the scheme looks different with Webb calling plays, what his voice sounds like inside the building, and how his offseason has changed now that he’s running the show. From tempo to spacing to QB communication, the Webb fingerprints are becoming clearer. Then came the bombshell: Sean Payton receives a five‑year contract extension, locking him and GM George Payton in place through 2030. That kind of long‑term cohesion is rare — and powerful. Mase and Cecil break down how stability at the top shapes roster building, offensive identity, and the development of Bo Nix under a unified vision. 🔥 In this episode: What Davis Webb revealed in his first media session as OC How the offense is already shifting under Webb’s leadership Why Sean Payton’s five‑year extension matters for the franchise How long‑term alignment with George Payton impacts roster building What today’s practice told us about the offense’s direction Drop your take — is the Webb‑Payton partnership the spark this offense needed heading into 2026.

3 Biggest Things to Watch at Broncos OTAs — Who Repeats, and Who Steps Up? | Orange & Blue Today

On Wednesday’s Orange & Blue Today, Andrew Mason and Cecil Lammey lay out the three biggest things to watch as the Broncos enter Week 2 of OTAs — with the media getting full access to Thursday’s practice and coordinator availability. First, it’s all about the repeat performances. Last week’s standouts — Jonah Coleman, Sam Ehlinger, and Jonah Elliss — turned heads early. Now the question becomes: can they stack days and prove last week wasn’t a flash. Second, Vance Joseph speaks for the first time this OTA cycle. The fellas dig into what he needs to say about creating more takeaways, how the defense plans to improve turnover production, and which players could drive that change. And third, it’s our first time talking to Davis Webb as the official offensive coordinator. How has his offseason changed with the promotion. What does his voice sound like now that he’s running the show. And what clues will he give about the 2026 offense. 🔥 In this episode: Which OTA standouts can repeat their strong Week 1 performances What Vance Joseph reveals about boosting takeaways in 2026 Our first look at Davis Webb as OC — tone, vision, and leadership Which players and position groups matter most this week Why Week 2 of OTAs always separates hype from reality Drop your take — what’s your No. 1 storyline heading into Thursday’s practice?

Can the Broncos Keep Winning Close Games — Will Sean Payton’s Blueprint Work? | Orange & Blue Today

On Tuesday’s Orange & Blue Today, Andrew Mason and Cecil Lammey break down the latest DenverSports.com piece on Sean Payton and his plan for the Broncos to buck the NFL trend of teams that rack up 10+ one‑score wins… then crash back to earth the following season. Last year, the Broncos were elite in tight games, thriving in late‑game situations and finishing drives when it mattered most. But history says that kind of success is almost impossible to sustain. So the question becomes: Can Denver maintain that edge in 2026 — or is regression inevitable. Mase and Cecil dig into Payton’s philosophy, why he believes the Broncos are built differently, and how roster continuity, situational coaching, and Bo Nix’s growth factor into the equation. Is this team wired to win close games again, or do they need to dominate more convincingly to stay atop the AFC. 🔥 In this episode: Why teams with 10+ one‑score wins usually fall off How Payton thinks the Broncos can break that trend What close‑game success says about coaching and QB play Why 2026 might be different from the historical data What Denver must improve to avoid regression Drop your take — can the Broncos keep winning the tight ones, or will the math catch up to them.