About
Will Petersen is a Denver Sports analyst with deep roots in Colorado. Born in Littleton, Will grew up a passionate fan of all the city’s pro teams, learning to read by studying the sports section. Covering the Broncos, Nuggets, Avalanche, and Rockies professionally since 2013 has been a lifelong dream fulfilled. He’s especially focused on the Avalanche as they chase another Stanley Cup.
Expertise
- Denver Broncos
- Colorado Avalanche
- Denver Nuggets
- Colorado Rockies
- CU & CSU Athletics
Experience
Will has been covering Colorado sports for more than a decade. His previous roles include positions at cover32, Mile High Sports, Altitude Sports Radio,
and 9NEWS. He joined Denver Sports and 104.3 The Fan in February 2022.
Education
B.A. in Journalism, University of Missouri (2012)
Kent Denver High School (2005–2008)
Social Media Profiles
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | May 4, 2022Nazem Kadri takes some responsibility for his past actions in new essay
If you're an Avalanche fan, Kadri believer, or a Kadri doubter, it's worth your time to give his article on The Players' Tribune a read
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DENVER BRONCOS | May 4, 2022Russell Wilson addresses return to Seattle as Broncos QB, says it’s “a mission”
Appearing on "Good Morning Football," Russell Wilson talked about his eventual return to Seattle, the Broncos in London and the gauntlet that is the AFC West
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | May 3, 2022Avalanche make massive statement to start avenging past playoff failures
The Avs took a small but important step by throttling the Predators in Game 1 -- starting to get rid of the stink of what happened against Vegas
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DENVER BRONCOS | May 3, 2022Broncos OLB Malik Reed tells Nick and Cecil he wants “double-digit” sacks
Reed joined "Nick and Cecil" to discuss how scary Denver's defense can be, personal goals, the presence of Russell Wilson and better energy around team headquarters
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DENVER BRONCOS | May 2, 2022Colin Cowherd says Broncos crushed offseason, are Super Bowl favorites
Cowherd says the Broncos check five important boxes that make them a Super Bowl contender now and for years to come
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | May 2, 2022With Avs finally healthy, expectation should be quick dismissal of Predators
This series should look similar to what the Avalanche did against the Blues in round one last year -- a quick and efficient beatdown
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DENVER BRONCOS | May 1, 2022Popular analytics model says Broncos had worst draft of all 32 NFL teams
NFL analytics guru Warren Sharp says the Broncos "reached" for players in the 2022 NFL Draft by an average of 60 picks
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DENVER BRONCOS | May 1, 2022ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. on Broncos draft: “There isn’t a whole lot in this class”
Kiper was a fan of Broncos GM George Paton's first two selections, but doesn't think Denver added impact players beyond that
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DENVER BRONCOS | Apr 30, 2022PFF gives Broncos draft a high grade, but says Chiefs were an A+
The Broncos earned a "B+" from Pro Football Focus, but the entire AFC West did well according to the popular football site
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DENVER NUGGETS | Apr 27, 2022Nikola Jokic’s valiant effort on one leg in Game 5 deserves unlimited praise
What Nikola Jokic did in Game 5, battling a hamstring injury and foul trouble, should make Nuggets fans beam with pride
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DENVER BRONCOS | Apr 27, 2022Tim Patrick says new contract doesn’t provide security, mentions Von trade
Tim Patrick has been arguably Denver's most consistent WR the last two seasons, but even after a big pay day, he's fighting to earn his spot
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DENVER BRONCOS | Apr 27, 2022If Gordon can catch passes and accept backup role, new deal will work
When he was with the Chargers, Melvin Gordon was a great pass-catching running back. With Russell Wilson, the Broncos need to return to utilizing his strengths
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COLORADO ROCKIES | Apr 27, 2022The Rockies have a Brendan Rodgers problem they can’t keep ignoring
It's time for Bud Black or even Bill Schmidt to step in and put Rodgers on the bench or send him down to AAA. Right now, he's an automatic out
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DENVER BRONCOS | Apr 26, 2022In a bit of a surprise, the Broncos are bringing back Melvin Gordon
NFL Network's Ian Rapaport is reporting Gordon is signing a deal with the Broncos worth up to $5M to return in 2022
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DENVER BRONCOS | Apr 26, 2022Broncos RB Javonte Williams says he’s ready to start, but would also split carries
Many Broncos fans expect Javonte Williams to get 20-25 carries a game in 2022. He's ready for that role, but embracing whatever happens
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DENVER BRONCOS | Apr 25, 2022Hackett combining previous offenses from both him and Wilson for Broncos
Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett will take what Russell Wilson did in Seattle and what he did as a coordinator in previous stops to form a new offense in Denver
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DENVER BRONCOS | Apr 25, 2022Phillip Lindsay “would be excited to be back home” if the Broncos called
Lindsay told The Denver Post over the weekend he'd "love" to return to the Broncos. Since the team needs a backup RB, why not give him a call?
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DENVER NUGGETS | Apr 24, 2022In a game that was big for his reputation, Jokic delivered in a massive way
"The Joker" had 37 points, eight rebounds and six assists and was dominant throughout Game 4. He needed the win in a big way to end a long postseason losing streak
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DENVER NUGGETS | Apr 23, 2022On the verge of another MVP, Jokic’s jersey sales barely crack top-15
Why aren't more people buying Nikola Jokic's jersey? Seeing players like Jayson Tatum and LaMelo Ball rank higher than him is a bit jarring
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DENVER BRONCOS | Apr 22, 2022DeSean Jackson says he would play with Russell Wilson and the Broncos
Jackson told Sports Illustrated he'd be open to offers from the Chiefs, Browns, Broncos and Packers. But does he even make sense in Denver?
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DENVER BRONCOS | Apr 22, 2022Broncos GM George Paton doesn’t commit to new deal for Bradley Chubb
Chubb is entering the final year of his rookie contract after the Broncos picked up his fifth-year option last April. Denver could take an edge-rusher in next week's NFL Draft
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DENVER NUGGETS | Apr 21, 2022The Nuggets took a 111-109 lead on the Warriors, followed by a meltdown
Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic made a dazzling spin move to give Denver a 111-109 lead and looking poised to make this a series. A collapse (and a loss) followed shortly after
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DENVER NUGGETS | Apr 21, 2022Former coach George Karl says Nuggets should go small, play four guards
Appearing with Schlereth and Evans earlier this week, Karl offered a solution for how Denver can get back in the series against the Warriors
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Apr 21, 2022Avs will play two games in Rantanen’s home country of Finland next year
The Avs squared off with Ottawa for two regular season games in Stockholm, Sweden in November of 2017 and will be returning to Europe