The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL What's next for the Rams and Broncos after falling just short of the Super Bowl?
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Jan 27, 2026 They dissect what the Rams and Broncos should do next after nearly reaching the Super Bowl. Conversations cover roster construction, cap strategy, and targeted upgrades at receiver, running back, and linebacker. The Rams’ Matthew Stafford decision and quarterback contingencies get heavy focus. They also react to recent coaching hires and how staff turnover could reshape team trajectories.
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Broncos Built A Flexible Championship Core
- The Broncos exceeded expectations and sit one or two moves away from being even better in 2026.
- Denver built core pieces early, giving them draft and cap flexibility to add targeted weapons.
Add Weapons Before Maxing Out The Cap
- Prioritize adding skill‑position pop via free agency or early draft picks to boost Bo Nix's ceiling.
- Use mid/late picks and cap flexibility to add depth on the line and at linebacker without mortgaging the future.
Bo Nix Can Win With The Right Roster
- Bo Nix crosses the threshold as a quarterback who can win a Super Bowl if surrounded by top talent.
- The Broncos have the cap and draft resources to build that supporting juggernaut around him.