Bengals grind out a win, but road to playoffs will be rocky
The Cincinnati Bengals won ugly on Sunday, but style points aren’t important in DecemberDECEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
DREW LOCK #2 - QUARTERBACK - NEW YORK GIANTS
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Bridgewater out of hospital but unlikely to play next week
The Denver Broncos’ playoff hopes are likely going to rest in Drew Lock’s hands, at least for a weekDECEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Likely starting in Week 16 Lock will likely serve as the starter Sunday against the Raiders, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Impact Although Teddy Bridgewater (concussion) is feeling better Monday, coach Vic Fangio said that the 29-year-old is "highly unlikely" to play in Week 16. Fangio also confirmed that Lock will serve as the starting quarterback if Bridgewater is ultimately sidelined. The 2019 second-rounder had lackluster results in relief of Bridgewater on Sunday and completed six of 12 passes for 88 yards and a touchdown.
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Throws touchdown in relief Lock completed of six of his 12 passes for 88 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 15-10 loss to the Bengals.
Impact Lock entered the game early in the third quarter after Teddy Bridgewater (concussion) exited with an apparent head injury. He immediately led the Broncos to the end zone, finding Tim Patrick for a 25-yard score. Lock was also able to move the offense at a decent clip from that point on, though he turned the ball over on a fumble deep in Cincinnati territory -- costing Denver a chance to go ahead in the game -- early in the final quarter. As has been the case throughout his professional career, Lock was plagued by inconsistency, and that should be expected to continue if he takes over under center for a Week 16 matchup against Las Vegas.
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Okwuegbunam on connection with Drew Lock: 'He knows my strengths, and I feel like that's definitely a benefit to kind of lean on' TE Albert Okwuegbunam discusses the offense's performance vs. Cincinnati, his connection with QB Drew Lock and more.
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM
#CINvsDEN: Drew Lock finds Albert Okwuegbunam for 24-yard gain QB Drew Lock finds TE Albert Okwuegbunam for a 24-yard gain against the Bengals.
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM
Bridgewater injured in Bengals' 15-10 victory over Broncos
The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Denver Broncos 15-10 Sunday in a showdown of teams fighting to stay in the logjammed AFC playoff chaseDECEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Broncos, Bengals appear to exchange fumbles in bizarre play The call on the field was eventually overturned and the Bengals retained possession after recovering a Drew Lock fumble.
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Can't-Miss Play: Khalid Kareem steals football away from Lock on red-zone run Can't-Miss Play: Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Khalid Kareem steals football away from Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock on red-zone r...
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • NFL.COM
Bridgewater hospitalized overnight after head injury in loss
Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater was admitted to a hospital Sunday after a scary collision left him apparently unconscious and with a head injuryDECEMBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lesson learned: Broncos make Rypien their quarantined QB
The Denver Broncos aren't about to put themselves in the quarterback quagmire they found themselves in last year when all their QBs were disqualified from a game against the Saints...DECEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chargers defense, Bosa on a roll entering Chiefs showdown
Joey Bosa has been considered one of the NFL’s best pass rushers since entering the league in 2016DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Broncos won't demote Drew Lock to QB3 this week Brett Rypien will remain QB3 for the Broncos and Drew Lock will keep his QB2 role, coach Vic Fangio said.
DECEMBER 1, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Can Broncos' great rookie class help them end Chiefs' spell?
The Denver Broncos haven't beaten the Kansas City Chiefs since September 2015NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kiszla vs. O'Halloran: Has Drew Lock thrown his last pass for the Broncos? With a chance to step in for an injured Teddy Bridgewater and be a hero Sunday, quarterback Drew Lock again showed why he’s a zero in the ey...
NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • DENVERPOST.COM
Broncos' win over Chargers tightens up competitive AFC West
The Denver Broncos’ 28-13 win over the Los Angeles Chargers means every team in the AFC West has a winning record heading into DecemberNOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Throws pick in relief Lock completed four of seven passes for 26 yards with an interception in Sunday's 28-13 win over the Chargers.
Impact Teddy Bridgewater limped off the field in the first half with a shin injury, forcing Lock into the game, and the 25-year-old's most notable play came when he was picked off by Derwin James. Bridgewater returned after the half, however, putting Denver's No. 2 QB back on the sidelines. It was Lock's first action since Week 4, and on 26 attempts this season he has a 0:2 TD:INT, making it clear why he lost a preseason job battle with Bridgewater.
NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Surtain's pair of picks leads Broncos past Chargers 28-13
Rookie cornerback Pat Surtain II had a pair of interceptions to lead the Denver Broncos past the Los Angeles Chargers 28-13NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
The Latest: Dalvin Cook out for game with shoulder injury
Minnesota Vikings running Dalvin Cook has been taken off the field on a cart with a shoulder injury is out for the remainder of the gameNOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Staley eager to see his mentor and his star pupil in Denver
Chargers coach Brandon Staley says he wouldn't be in the position he is today were it not for two men he's eager to catch up with this weekend in DenverNOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bridgewater: Broncos can eliminate red-zone, third-down woes
The Denver Broncos are once again one of the worst teams in the red zone and on third downsNOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Activated by Denver Lock (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list by the Broncos on Saturday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Impact Lock was unable to suit up for two consecutive games after he tested positive for COVID-19 in early November. However, he's now cleared the league's health and safety protocols and should be able to return to practice ahead of the Broncos' Week 12 matchup against the Chargers. The 25-year-old should reclaim his role as the No. 2 quarterback behind Teddy Bridgewater.
NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Broncos activate QB Drew Lock, LB Justin Strnad, CB Michael Ojemudia from Reserve/COVID-19 list Ojemudia remains on injured reserve.
NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM
Fangio keeps status quo though winds of change in forecast
The Denver Broncos have myriad problems as they try to rally over the final two months to end a six-year playoff droughtNOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bridgewater sorry for not trying on season-defining play
The Denver Broncos skidded into their bye week at 5-5 with a demoralizing 30-13 loss at home to the Philadelphia EaglesNOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
