The famed Denver Broncos, a struggling organization since their Super Bowl winning season in 2016, the Broncos have been a popular football team in the NFL for decades and have shown their impressive history. The team has three super bowl championships claiming the 1998, 1999, and 2016 titles. Since their famed win in 2016 Broncos fans have lost interest and here’s why.
Star Quarter
Back Payton Manning helped carry the Broncos to the end in 2016 and retired immediately after. This left the Broncos in search of a new replacement QB with high standards in living up to the previous team. The Broncos started QB Trevor Siemen with back up Paxton Lynch. Fans were disappointed by the loss of their former MVP QB, but hopeful for the new season. Excitement quickly faded as the Broncos finished the season 5-11 and missed the playoffs clinching only their 4th losing season since John Elway was playing.
In the aftermath of Peyton Manning’s retirement, the Denver Broncos faced a tough battle trying to find a replacement. The departure of the star quarterback not only left a void in leadership but also raised the bar of expectations for his replacement. The Broncos opted to start the 2016 season with Trevor Siemian as their QB, supported by Paxton Lynch as the backup. Fans, while disappointed by Manning’s absence, were optimistic about the team’s future.
However, the transition was far from seamless. The Broncos struggled to replicate their previous success, and excitement faded as the team finished the season with a lackluster 5-11 record, missing the playoffs. This marked a significant downturn for the once-proud franchise, as they clinched only their fourth losing season since the era when John Elway was a player.
The challenge extended beyond the quarterback position; the entire organization seemed to grapple with a post-Super Bowl-winning slump. The front office faced the daunting task of rebuilding and rekindling fan interest. The Broncos needed to address not only the on-field performance but also the larger issues plaguing the team’s reputation and appeal. After Peyton Manning’s departure, the Broncos faced significant challenges. They underwent a series of transformations, including coaching changes, player acquisitions, and strategic shifts, all aimed at returning to their former level of success. The struggle to secure a reliable quarterback highlighted broader organizational issues, leading to a sense of disillusionment among the once-passionate fan base.
The Broncos have faced some tough times in recent years. Whether it was roster changes, talent development and strategy they have struggled compared to others. Broncos fans may have hope in the future as we may have started to come around.
