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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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 7, 2025Sean Payton says Broncos ‘aware of what they’re playing for’ after Raiders win
After the 24-17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, Sean Payton was asked about the incredible run the Broncos are on right now
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 6, 2025Nathan MacKinnon plays hero in OT, scores two as Avs beat Rangers
Colorado Avalanche superstar Nathan MacKinnon did it again. The Hart Trophy favorite played hero for the Avs on…
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 5, 2025Sean Payton says Broncos offensive plan against Raiders was ‘awful’ in Week 10
"They've done a good job at times defensively. They put us in a pickle last time," Broncos head coach Sean Payton said of the Raiders
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 4, 2025Avalanche lose in regulation for only second time, 17-game point streak snapped
The Islanders were up 2-0 after the first period and then took a 4-0 lead in the second; the Avalanche tried to come back but fell 6-3
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 4, 2025Nathan MacKinnon goes from 10 percent to 82 percent in poll to win MVP
"It's Nathan MacKinnon and by a commanding margin over anyone else I'd consider No. 2 at the moment," one voter told ESPN's Greg Wyshynski
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 4, 2025Netflix releases the trailer for the new John Elway documentary
Among those featured are Mike Shanahan, Gary Kubiak, Shannon Sharpe, the Elway family and of course John Elway himself
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 3, 2025Bo Nix fires shot at Broncos haters, ‘don’t let people tear down a 10-2 record’
While shows around the country debate whether or not the Broncos are Super Bowl contenders, Bo Nix had a message when he met with the media
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 3, 2025Sean Payton says he ‘hates losing more than anything in the world’
As the Broncos began preparations for the Raiders, Sean Payton met with the media for nearly 25 minutes after practice and was insightful
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 3, 2025Mike Shanahan won’t be going to the Hall of Fame this year, Belichick a finalist
Former Denver Broncos head coach Mike Shanahan will have to wait at least one more year for his…
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 2, 2025Avalanche win and do something the NHL hasn’t seen since 1979-80 season
The Avalanche won 3-1 and made NHL history, matching something that was only done 46 years ago by the Philadelphia Flyers
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 2, 2025Broncos remain in control of their own destiny for No. 1 seed in AFC
If both the Broncos and Patriots finish at 15-2, Denver will win the tiebreaker based on the third one on the list, which is common opponents
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 2, 2025Nathan MacKinnon recognized as top NHL player for huge November
Nathan MacKinnon was named the NHL's First Star of the Month after he put up 11 goals and 15 assists, good for 26 points in only 13 games
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DENVER NUGGETS | Dec 2, 2025Ex-Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari, part of Carmelo trade, calls it a career
Danilo Gallinari made that announcement on social media on Tuesday morning, playing 777 games in the NBA and even more internationally
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 2, 2025Broncos proved they can win with more than just defense, and that’s huge
One great unit can lead a team to a Super Bowl, but generally balance is the recipe; the Broncos may have found it on the last day of November
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 1, 2025The Avalanche are on fire and another key piece is close to returning
Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin, who hasn't played since Nov. 11 while battling an injury, returned to practice in a regular sweater
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 30, 2025Bo Nix says Broncos ‘don’t want to stop here’ after winning ninth straight game
For Bo Nix this is just another step in the journey, with the destination hopefully being hoisting the Lombardi Trophy in February
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 30, 2025Sean Payton says Broncos ‘believe in it’s going to happen’ after dramatic OT win
"The journey of a good team's season involves games like this," Broncos head coach Sean Payton said after a thrilling 27-26 OT victory
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 29, 2025Gabriel Landeskog scores two goals, Avalanche blast the Canadiens
One day after Gabriel Landeskog helped Colorado get a point in Minnesota with a late goal, the Avalanche had no trouble back on their home ice
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CU FOOTBALL | Nov 29, 2025CU Buffs finish miserable season on five-game losing streak, fall to Kansas State
The CU Buffs fell to Kansas State 24-14 on Saturday afternoon, finishing a miserable campaign at 3-9 overall and 1-8 in the Big 12
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 28, 2025Avalanche see 10-game winning streak end, snag a point on gritty Landeskog goal
The Avalanche shutout the Wild late into the second period, setting a franchise record for the longest streak without allowing a goal in franchise history
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 26, 2025Avalanche stay on fire with another shutout, bite the Sharks and make history
The Avalanche have won 10 games in a row and the 6-0 triumph over the Sharks marked their third consecutive shutout
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 26, 2025Bo Nix says ‘let’s definitely slow down’ on comparisons to John Elway
When Broncos DC Vance Joseph went on a podcast over the weekend and said Bo Nix is the "future John Elway," some heads were turned
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 26, 2025Sean Payton says Broncos want No. 1 seed, significant to ‘eliminate a game’
"These guys are smart enough to know what each of these games counts for," Broncos head coach Sean Payton said after practice on Wednesday
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 25, 2025Avalanche get the only ‘A+’ from ESPN at quarter mark of NHL season
The Avalanche are on pace for 138 points, which would break Boston's NHL record set a few seasons ago when they tallied 135 points