Mark Knudson

Oct 17, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) works around Minnesota Timberwolves guard Rob Dillingham (4) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Oct 28, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun (0) comes down with a rebound against Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead (23) during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

The Denver Broncos are trending up, but in their hopes to make the playoffs this year, they cannot forget about their rebuild.

Oct 13, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) celebrates his touchdown reception in the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Nov 2, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone reacts towards guard Julian Strawther (3) in the first half against the Utah Jazz at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Oct 29, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Jalen Wilson (22) passes the ball against Denver Nuggets power forward Dario Saric (9) during the first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Nov 10, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) runs the ball against Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Nov 30, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders (right) talks with Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports

Nov 16, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver LaJohntay Wester (10) returns a punt for a touchdown in the first quarter against the Utah Utes at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Mar 30, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Colorado Rockies designated hitter Kris Bryant (23) reacts after striking out against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports