In Sporting News picks and predictions against the spread for the divisional playoffs, top seeds Seattle and Denver survive tough tests while underdog No. 2 Chicago gets a lot more respect.

Last year, Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton lost three members of his coaching staff to other clubs. Opposing teams could top that number in 2026. Four Broncos coaches have drawn interest from NFL clubs not in the playoffs, including three coaches who are being considered for head coach openings.

The season wasn’t perfect for the punter, but he proved himself a weapon for the team more often than not. Crawshaw ranked 13th in punting average and tied for third in punts inside the 20, both of which are reasonable metrics.

After going 8-9 during the 2025 season and missing the NFL playoffs after a Week 18 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Baltimore Ravens fired John Harbaugh.

Blake Watson headlines the list of ex-Broncos players who signed reserve/future contracts with NFL clubs after the 2025 regular season.