Colts Look Ahead To Important Meeting With Broncos
After defeating the Cincinnati Bengals in the wild card round, the Indianapolis Colts are in preparation for a familiar foe; the Denver Broncos.
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After defeating the Cincinnati Bengals in the wild card round, the Indianapolis Colts are in preparation for a familiar foe; the Denver Broncos.
It says something about a team when multiple coordinators are being coveted by opposing franchises for multiple years in a row. The Denver Broncos have lost a few along the way, and both Adam Gase and Jack Del Rio are currently hot commodities.
Peyton Manning versus Andrew Luck and his former team, the Indianapolis Colts. It's a dream matchup for the NFL, but a playoff game that could be decided by the play of two relative no-names at running back.
NFL Wildcard weekend has been a fun ride, as per usual, filled with tough defense and a few phenomenal plays. The Indianapolis Colts took care of the Cincinnati Bengals Sunday afternoon, meaning a matchup between Peyton Manning's Denver Broncos and his former team.
Considering the violent nature of the National Football League, the Denver Broncos have made it through the regular season relatively healthy. But there were plenty of bumps and bruises, as well as more major injuries, the last few weeks, making the bye important for the team.
Throughout the John Elway – Peyton Manning Era, a focus on offense was apparent. But things have changed this season, and possibly for the better, as the Broncos are more well-suited to face the playoffs this time around.
Peyton Manning was sick and sore, and still helped the Denver Broncos clinch their fourth straight AFC West title.
After dropping a tough 23-14 loss this past Sunday evening to the AFC East-leading New England Patriots, the Chargers find themselves sitting at 8-4 with three games remaining in the regular season.
The Denver Broncos are currently one of the leaders in the AFC and are looking for home-field advantage. The Buffalo Bills are battling for one of the playoff spots with numerous other AFC teams. Steve Tasker of CBS Sports talks about their week 14 match-up and how Denver may not be this year's favorite to win it all.
Can the Denver Broncos get back to their winning ways or will Miami hang another loss on Manning and company?
Here are five interesting moments in sports you may have missed this week.
The Denver Broncos and St. Louis Rams are two teams heading in completely opposite directions, but sometimes that's just the way the schedule falls. The Broncos don't need a win this week, but want one. The Rams desperately need a win to try and save their season. CBS Sports' Ian Eagle spoke about their upcoming game and looked at both sides of the spectrum.
Manning threw five touchdown passes in less than 17 minutes and the Denver Broncos handed the Oakland Raiders their 15th straight loss, 41-17 on Sunday.
Here are five of the most entertaining sports stories of the week.
The Broncos take firm control of the AFC West with a win over the Chargers on Thursday Night Football.
While many Denver fans and others around the league have been familiar with the likes of Demaryius Thomas, Julius Thomas and Wes Welker in the orange and blue, Sanders came over to the Mile High City from the Steel City of Pittsburgh. After his performance Thursday evening in front of the home faithful, no doubt many more people now know what a weapon he is in playing with one of the greatest quarterbacks of all-time.
Emmanuel Sanders waited six long weeks to join the list of players who have caught a touchdown pass from Peyton Manning. Now, he has four in less than a week.
The Chargers and the Broncos have something more on their minds than the epic fantasy battle that is at hand when they meet in Denver Thursday night.
San Diego Chargers cornerback Brandon Flowers has been ruled out of Thursday's game at Denver with a concussion.
The two best teams in the AFC West face off on Thursday night when the 5-2 Chargers visit the 5-1 Broncos. Peyton Manning will look to extend his lead in the career touchdown category in a match-up of top-tier quarterbacks—Philip Rivers is behind only Manning and Aaron Rodgers in passer rating this season.
Not only would there be a pair of games in a span of five days, but they would be against two of San Diego's most hated rivals, Kansas City and Denver. Making the matter all the more urgent is that the game with the Broncos would be in the Mile High City, one of the tougher venues to go in and grab a win from.
Chargers defensive coordinator John Pagano has had some success containing Peyton Manning.
Jim Nantz...he's known as one of the most iconic voices and faces in the history of professional sports, and he took some time to speak on the upcoming "Thursday Night Football" game between the San Diego Chargers and Denver Broncos.
Peyton Manning is seen as one of, if not, the greatest quarterback to play in the NFL. After the five-time MVP's performance against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, it is fitting to remember why Manning is so loved by fans, non-fans, and those within the league.
So it is with my jaded view of the world that I address the Ben Roethlisberger - Emmanuel Sanders feud. Sanders said that his new quarterback, Peyton Manning, is a much better leader than his old quarterback, Big Ben. And thus the verbal jousting began, feathers flexed, talons out.
Deni Avdija had 28 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists, Jrue Holiday hit seven 3s and finished with 30 points, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 114-104 and snap their five-game win streak.
Shohei Ohtani dominated in his first start on the mound this season as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-1 in drizzly conditions.
Honest drivers are now saving money after new cameras deterred toll violators from using the 91 Freeway's carpool lanes.
Luka Doncic scored 42 points with 12 assists, Deandre Ayton added 18 points with nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to four games with a 127-113 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Families hope the petition saves the LA Kings Valley Ice Center before it's demolished on May 1.
Honest drivers are now saving money after new cameras deterred toll violators from using the 91 Freeway's carpool lanes.
Families hope the petition saves the LA Kings Valley Ice Center before it's demolished on May 1.
The woman was transported to a local hospital in serious condition.
UC Riverside and Cal Baptist University will switch conferences ahead of the upcoming 2026 season after the Big West Conference and Pac-12 Conference announced a partnership on Tuesday.
A federal judge directed the Trump administration to restore the legal status of migrants allowed into the U.S. under a now-defunct Biden administration program for asylum-seekers who arrived at the southern border.
Families hope the petition saves the LA Kings Valley Ice Center before it's demolished on May 1.
A man hid in a middle school campus after leading the Los Angeles Police Department on a brief pursuit in the Westlake District.
Tani Robinson's husband died of cancer before he got a chance to put up a flagpole, so she installed one in his honor. "He was patriotic, we both are. Both our fathers served in World War II; he had a brother in Vietnam," she said.
Ohtani started his first game of the 2026 season in Tuesday's matchup with the Cleveland Guardians, striking out six batters and allowing just one hit in six innings pitched.
Using the bikes, crews will be able to evaluate risks to critical infrastructure, identify hazardous conditions, and locate, treat, and coordinate medical transport for those who may be injured or stranded.
Honest drivers are now saving money after new cameras deterred toll violators from using the 91 Freeway's carpool lanes.
Renowned marine biologist Chris Lowe said the unusually warm winter has pushed young white sharks to Southern California's coastline.
A Santa Ana mother is missing after what was supposed to be a quick trip across the border to Tijuana.
United Airlines said the pilots saw the helicopter, received a traffic alert and leveled the aircraft.
Bicyclist Luke Fetzer said an irate BMW driver challenged him to a fight after trying a road rage incident in Orange County.
Honest drivers are now saving money after new cameras deterred toll violators from using the 91 Freeway's carpool lanes.
UC Riverside and Cal Baptist University will switch conferences ahead of the upcoming 2026 season after the Big West Conference and Pac-12 Conference announced a partnership on Tuesday.
A 32-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a crash near the Temecula Creek Inn on Tuesday afternoon, according to California Highway Patrol officers.
A U.S. Marine was detained at the Palm Springs International Airport on Monday after he allegedly tried to bring a live explosive round through airport screening, according to Riverside County officials.
The San Bernardino County Fire Department tested new technology on Monday designed to help suppress fires by using sound waves.
Tiger Woods announced Tuesday that he's "stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment" after pleading not guilty to charges including driving under the influence.
President Trump has long wanted to place additional restrictions on mail-in voting, which he has called "mail-in cheating."
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
John Tavares redirected a shot from Morgan Rielly into the net with five seconds left in overtime to lift the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 5-4 come-from-behind victory over the Anaheim Ducks in a fight-marred game.
The shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security is set to stretch on after House Republicans rejected a Senate-passed solution to the standoff late last week.
A federal judge directed the Trump administration to restore the legal status of migrants allowed into the U.S. under a now-defunct Biden administration program for asylum-seekers who arrived at the southern border.
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
President Trump has long wanted to place additional restrictions on mail-in voting, which he has called "mail-in cheating."
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom to replace the White House's East Wing,
California will require artificial intelligence companies to implement safety and privacy guardrails under a new order from Gov. Gavin Newsom.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
LA County public health officials issued a bacteria warning at several beaches as a potentially record-breaking heat wave arrives in Southern California.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
A nonprofit that booked a Social Agent said it's a lot cheaper than hiring someone to do their social media full-time. A typical job runs about $200, with same-day delivery, and if clients already have footage, they can upload it and get a finished piece.
A California judge has tentatively stopped the state from canceling commercial licenses for more than 20,000 immigrant truck drivers.
The Fremont factory will still manufacture Model 3 and Y, but the space where Model S and X are made will instead focus on mass production of Tesla's Gen 3 Optimus robots.
About 30% of San Francisco was without power at the height of the outage, according to utility provider PG&E.
Deni Avdija had 28 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists, Jrue Holiday hit seven 3s and finished with 30 points, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 114-104 and snap their five-game win streak.
Shohei Ohtani dominated in his first start on the mound this season as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-1 in drizzly conditions.
Luka Doncic scored 42 points with 12 assists, Deandre Ayton added 18 points with nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to four games with a 127-113 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Cubs starter Jameson Taillon gave up two hits over 4 2/3 innings in his season debut.
UC Riverside and Cal Baptist University will switch conferences ahead of the upcoming 2026 season after the Big West Conference and Pac-12 Conference announced a partnership on Tuesday.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
Olivia Munn tells Tracy Smith about how she turned a symptomless Stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis into a mission to help other women.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Hollywood's biggest night is changing venues, with the Oscars ceremony moving from the Dolby Theatre to L.A. Live in 2029.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
San Fernando Valley families hope a community petition saves Panorama City's LA Kings Valley Ice Center before it's demolished in a month.
Honest drivers are now saving money after new cameras deterred toll violators from using the 91 Freeway's carpool lanes. Lesley Marin reports.
In just hours, the Artemis II mission takes off for a trip around the moon with a Southern California native at the helm. Hunter Sowards reports.
A man who was arrested for stabbing a woman in the neck in downtown Los Angeles on Tuesday was also wanted in connection with a murder at a homeless encampment along the 110 Freeway last year. Mike Rogers reports.
Laurie Perez takes a look at the new record high in diesel gasoline prices, marking another unfortunate record as gas prices continue to rise across the country due to the War in Iran.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
