Renck: Lack of toughness from Nuggets, Avs was alarming. Are Broncos falling into same trap?
- Posted on September 19, 2026
- By The Denver Post
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In brief
Denver's sports teams face a critical examination of their competitive resolve. Following concerning displays of mental and physical weakness from the Nuggets and Avalanche, scrutiny now turns to the Broncos' Monday night performance. The franchise has historically built its identity on resilience and toughness, yet recent performances suggest a troubling pattern of wavering commitment when stakes are highest. This analysis explores whether Denver's flagship football team is succumbing to the same vulnerability plaguing the city's other major sports franchises.
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Renck: Lack of toughness from Nuggets, Avs was alarming. Are Broncos falling into same trap?
What gives? The Broncos pride themselves on physical and mental grit. And under the brightest lights on Monday night, they had shown none of it.
