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Joey Bardack is a sophomore Sport Industry major at The Ohio State University. He has worked at The Lead since September 2025, covering the Denver Broncos and Denver Nuggets, and he began serving as an editor as well in February 2026. He also holds the position of Vice President of Podcasting for Ohio State's Scarlet and Gray Sports Radio.

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May 18, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) dribbles down the court against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second quarter during game seven of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center.
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How the Nuggets Can Take Down the Top Dogs in the West

It is an indisputable fact that the Denver Nuggets will be entering the 2025-26 NBA season as one of the premier contenders. Jokic...

September 30, 2025
Angeles Chargers free safety Derwin James (3) nduring the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Bo Nix Deserves More Blame for Broncos Bad Start

It’s been a slow start for the Denver Broncos. They’ve started the season 1-2 after back-to-back heartbreaking field goals. The Broncos’ defense, however,...

September 24, 2025
Denver Broncos wide receiver Troy Franklin (11) celebrates a touchdown Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, during a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
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Troy Franklin’s Hot Start is Not a Fluke

The Broncos’ 1-1 start has left fans wanting more. Nix has been inconsistent, the run game has been confusing, and the defense has...

September 21, 2025
Apr 25, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) celebrates his basket and foul with forward Bruce Brown (11) in the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves during game five of the 2023 NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
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Can Nuggets’ New Bench Get Them Back to the NBA Finals?

Though it feels like just yesterday that Nikola Jokic was hoisting the Larry O’Brien trophy, Nuggets fans have now watched with frustration as...

September 15, 2025
Sep 7, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos running back RJ Harvey (12) rushes the ball against the Tennessee Titans in the second half at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Will It Be the J.K. Dobbins or RJ Harvey Show?

In Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season, the Broncos were able to squeak by the Titans with a score of 20-12. Denver...

September 13, 2025
Oct 13, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) and quarterback Bo Nix (10) warm up before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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There Are Four Problems That Could Buck the Broncos

Last season, the Denver Broncos appeared doomed. Their rookie quarterback, depleted receiver depth, pass-rushing concerns, and star-studded division left many fans with little...

September 5, 2025