What Are the Denver Broncos Playoff Chances?
The Broncos' playoff chances are 16.7% based on +500 odds. If you're betting on the Broncos' playoff chances for next season, keep in mind that some Colorado sports betting promos could offer boosts or other benefits on these types of bets.
Here is a table charting the Broncos' playoff chances, as well as Super Bowl odds, AFC Championship chances, and AFC West chances:
| 💪 Broncos Playoff Chances | 16.7% chance (+500) |
| 🏆 Broncos Win Super Bowl LIX | 0.83% chance (+12000) |
| 👑 Broncos Win AFC | 1.23% chance (+8000) |
| 🔥 Broncos Win AFC West | 6.25% chance (+1500) |
| ✅ Odds Last Verified by Expert | May 2, 2024 |
I calculate the Broncos' chances based on the implied probability of the team's odds from DraftKings Sportsbook Colorado.
The Broncos' chances of winning the Super Bowl are among the longest in the NFL after a disappointing 8-9 season in 2023.
Denver Broncos 2024 Schedule, Opponents List
Home:
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Las Vegas Raiders
- Los Angeles Chargers
- Atlanta Falcons
- Carolina Panthers
- Cleveland Browns
- Indianapolis Colts
- Pittsburgh Steelers
Away:
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Las Vegas Raiders
- Los Angeles Chargers
- Baltimore Ravens
- Cincinnati Bengals
- New Orleans Saints
- New York Jets
- Seattle Seahawks
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The full schedule with dates and times will be released in May.
Broncos 2023 Schedule and Results
| 📅 Week 1 vs. Las Vegas Raiders | Loss, 17-16 |
| 📅 Week 2 vs. Washington Commanders | Loss, 35-33 |
| 📅 Week 3 at Miami Dolphins | Loss, 70-20 |
| 📅 Week 4 at Chicago Bears | Win, 31-28 |
| 📅 Week 5 vs. New York Jets | Loss, 24-21 |
| 📅 Week 6 at Kansas City Chiefs | Loss, 19-8 |
| 📅 Week 7 vs. Green Bay Packers | Win, 19-17 |
| 📅 Week 8 vs. Kansas City Chiefs | Win, 24-9 |
| 📅 Week 9 | BYE |
| 📅 Week 10 at Buffalo Bills | Win, 24-22 |
| 📅 Week 11 vs. Minnesota Vikings | Win, 21-20 |
| 📅 Week 12 vs. Cleveland Browns | Win, 29-12 |
| 📅 Week 13 at Houston Texans | Loss, 22-17 |
| 📅 Week 14 at Los Angeles Chargers | Win, 24-7 |
| 📅 Week 15 at Detroit Lions | Loss, 42-14 |
| 📅 Week 16 vs. New England Patriots | Loss, 26-23 |
| 📅 Week 17 vs. Los Angeles Chargers | Win, 16-9 |
| 📅 Week 18 at Las Vegas Raiders | Loss, 27-14 |
Denver Broncos Playoff Chances: Key Offseason Updates May 2024
Below are the most notable transactions and personnel news from the summer to the present.
- 📆 March 4: The Broncos release QB Russell Wilson, who eventually signs with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- 📆 Dec. 27: Head Coach Sean Payton announces he will start Jarrett Stidham at QB over Russell Wilson for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
- 📆 Dec. 20: Designated OT Alex Palczewski to return from injured reserve.
- 📆 Dec. 19: Signed DB Keidron Smith to the practice squad. Released S Dallin Leavitt from the practice squad
- 📆 Dec. 15: Promoted TE Lucas Krull from the practice squad to the active roster.
- 📆 Dec. 9: Elevated RB Tyler Badie and TE Lucas Krull from the practice squad
- 📆 Dec. 6: Signed LB Durell Nchai to the practice squad
- 📆 Dec. 2: Activated WR Brandon Johnson. Promoted QB Ben DiNucci and TE Lucas Krull to the active roster from the practice squad.
- 📆 Nov. 28: Signed DB Dallin Leavitt to the practice squad.
- 📆 Nov. 27: Released DE Marcus Haynes from the practice squad.
- 📆 Nov. 16: Signed DB Reese Taylor to the practice squad.
- 📆 Nov. 13: Elevated TE Lucas Krull and WR David Sill from the practice squad to the active roster.
- 📆 Nov. 8: Signed CB Reese Taylor to the practice squad.
- 📆 Oct. 30: Promoted LB Ben Niemann from the practice squad to the active roster
- 📆 Oct. 28: Promoted WR Tre'Quan Smith to the active roster from the practice squad. Placed WR Brandon Johnson on injured reserve
- 📆 Oct. 24: Promoted WR Lil'Jordan Humphrey from the practice squad to the active roster. Re-signed WR Michael Bandy to the practice squad.
- 📆 Oct. 21: Reinstated LB Baron Browning from injured reserve. Signed WR Lil'Jordan Humphrey. Placed TE Greg Dulcich on injured reserve. Released WR Michael Bandy from the practice squad.
- 📆 Oct. 20: Claimed DT Keondre Coburn off waivers from Kansas City. Released WR Lil'Jordan Humphrey.
- 📆 Oct. 18: Re-signed WR Michael Bandy to the practice squad. Signed LiL'Jordan Humphrey from the practice squad to the active roster.
- 📆 Oct. 13: Released DE Frank Clark.
- 📆 Oct. 12: Waived OLB Wyatt Ray and DB Lamar Jackson.
- 📆 Oct. 11: Released WR Lil'Jordan Humphrey.
- 📆 Oct. 10: Designated TE Greg Dulcich to return from injured reserve to practice. Released WR Michael Bandy from the practice squad.
- 📆 Oct. 7: Reinstated S P.J. Locke from injured reserve.
- 📆 Oct. 6: Acquired a 2024 sixth-round draft pick from San Francisco 49ers for LB Randy Gregory and a 2024 seventh-round pick.
- 🗓️ Oct. 3: Signed WR Tre'Quan Smith to the practice squad.
- 🗓️ Sept. 30: Promoted LB Ben Niemann and RB Dwayne Washington to the active roster from the practice squad.
- 🗓️ Sept. 23: Promoted RB Dwayne Washington to the active roster from the practice squad.
- 🗓️ Sept. 18: Signed OLB Ronnie Perkins.
- 🗓️ Sept. 16: Placed TE Greg Dulcich on injured reserve. Activated RB Dwayne Washington.
- 🗓️ Sept. 13: Placed S Caden Sterns on injured reserve. Promoted WR Lil'Jordan Humphrey from the practice squad to the active roster. Signed WR Michael Bandy to the practice squad.
- 🗓️ Sept. 11: Waived DT Forrest Merril from injured reserve with a settlement.
- 🗓️ Sept. 9: Promoted WRs Phillip Dorsett and Lil'Jordan Humphrey to the active roster from the practice squad.
- 🗓️ Sept 4: The Broncos were not overly active in free agency or on the trade market. The biggest personnel change was at coach. But they've since been pretty active on the secondary market. Below are the most notable transactions and personnel news from this offseason.
I will be constantly updating this portion with key offseason moves and updates that could affect the Broncos playoff chances, so make sure to bookmark this page to stay up to date.
Key Contributors Toward Broncos Playoff Chances
After getting off to a rough start, quarterback Russell Wilson and coach Sean Payton were able to pull things together and go from 1-5 to 6-5. However, those early-season losses caught up with the team and the late-season resurgence wasn't enough to push Denver into the playoffs. The Broncos ended up releasing Wilson, paving the way for a new quarterback.
Pro Bowl candidates CB Patrick Surtain and S Justin Simmons played well in the second half of the season. Wide receiver Courtland Sutton was Wilson's go-to guy, with good chemistry seemingly in place.
Where Can I Bet on the Denver Broncos to Make the Playoffs?
Bettors in Colorado can bet on the Broncos to make the playoffs at DraftKings Colorado and other Colorado sports betting apps. There are multiple sportsbooks that offer differing bets that can also be assessed to allow you to make the best decision on which odds are more appealing to you.
Looking Ahead: Denver Broncos' Playoff Picture
The Broncos' 8-9 record was ultimately not enough to keep them in the playoff picture. The Chiefs ended up winning the AFC West (and Super Bowl LVIII), and too many teams were ahead of Denver to keep the team in the wild-card race.
Do the Broncos Have a Chance to Make the Playoffs?
The Broncos did not make the playoffs in 2023. It remains to be seen whether they can take a step forward and make the postseason in 2024.
Are the Broncos Out of the Playoffs?
The Broncos were eliminated from 2023 playoff contention by Week 17. Their current goal is to get back into the playofs in 2024.
Where Do the Broncos Rank in the AFC West?
The Denver Broncos finished third in the AFC West. Here's how the standings shook out:
- Kansas City Chiefs (11-6)
- Las Vegas Raiders (8-9)
- Denver Broncos (8-9)
- Los Angeles Chargers (5-12)
Where Do the Broncos Rank in the AFC Playoff Standings?
The Broncos were eliminated from postseason contention during the 2023 season. They'll have a chance in 2024 to make it, but the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs will be a big hurdle for them.
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Where Do the Broncos Rank in the AFC Wild Card Race?
The Broncos were not able to achieve an AFC wild-card berth in 2023.
Can the Broncos Get the No. 1 AFC Playoff Seed?
The Broncos will try to get the top seed in 2024, but it will be an uphill battle with stiff competition in the way.
Who to Root for if You’re a Broncos Fan
Denver wants any team playing the Chiefs to beat them, along with anyone playing Las Vegas Raiders and Los Angeles Chargers.
Broncos Postseason Outlook and Predictions
The Broncos fell just short of being able to qualify for the playoffs, with their 1-5 start proving too much to overcome in 2023. Looking forward, the team moved on from QB Russell Wilson in 2024, which means a fresh start is ahead for Denver.
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Denver Broncos Playoffs FAQs
The Denver Broncos’ playoff chances are 16.7% based on +500 odds from DraftKings Sportsbook. Denver did not make the playoffs last season.
The Broncos failed to make the 2023-24 playoffs. Just one loss was the difference-maker.
The Broncos will look to the 2024-25 season with hopes to get back into the playoffs. Denver hasn't made the postseason since 2015-16 when they went on to win Super Bowl 50.
You can bet on the Broncos to make the playoffs on any major Colorado sportsbook. DraftKings Colorado has all odds listed for making the playoffs, winning the AFC West division, winning the AFC title and winning the Super Bowl. Other top sportsbooks in Colorado include BetMGM, FanDuel, Caesars and Betway.
Author
Adrian Dater has been a longtime sports writer in Denver, who also has a history as a sports betting writer and analyst. He is the author of two books on the Denver Broncos and written many newspaper articles on the team.
