The moment George Paton landed Russell Wilson, expectations for the 2022 Denver Broncos drastically changed.
But what is the bar Denver must cross for this year to be considered a success?
In 2019, the Broncos were "living in a world of suck," as Emmanuel Sanders famously stated, later revealing that was Vic Fangio's message to the team. Two years later, they're still in that same world. It sucks.
With only a five percent shot at making the playoffs, should George Paton and Vic Fangio approach the final three games any differently?
The Denver Broncos no longer control their own destiny.
But they've still got a shot at the playoffs. But they need help.
Here's what Denver needs and who to root for this weekend for the Broncos' playoff dreams to stay alive.
Denver had a massive opportunity in front of them on Sunday. They just fell short.
The Broncos missed a massive opportunity to take the lead in the AFC West last Sunday when they fell to the Chiefs in Kansas City.
However, their playoff hopes are far from over.
Here's everything you need to know about Denver's path to the playoffs.
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