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 | Nov 22, 2023Nathaniel Hackett talking in circles to try to explain bad Jets offense
Before a garbage time TD against the Bills, Nathaniel Hackett and the Jets had gone 40 drives and 13 quarters without reaching the end zone
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 21, 2023Broncos players come to defense of suspended Kareem Jackson
After Kareem Jackson was hit with a four-game ban, Pat Surtain II, Justin Simmons and P.J. Locke took to Twitter to express their dismay
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 21, 2023The Avalanche absolutely fell apart in a stunning loss to Nashville
With just 39 seconds to go, the Avalanche were up 3-2, but it wasn't to be, as Colorado gave up two goals in 17 seconds to lose 4-3
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 21, 2023This is the most exciting Denver Broncos team since Super Bowl 50
The Denver Broncos third title was incredible, but it's been miserable ever since; seeing a light at the end of the tunnel is a great feeling
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 20, 2023Cale Makar’s monster week earns him NHL’s top honor
Cale Makar was named the NHL's No. 1 star for the week of Nov. 12, after he tallied eight points, including a goal and seven assists
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 19, 2023Sean Payton pleased with Broncos “momentum” after another win
"This team's still got to improve. That's how we've got to coach and how's we've got to practice. I think we'll do that," Sean Payton said
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DENVER NUGGETS | Nov 17, 2023Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with his stat line in loss to Pelicans
Nikola Jokic became the first player ever to record 26 points, 18 rebounds and 16 assists in a game; he continues to rewrite the record books
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 17, 2023Vikings playing it coy on Justin Jefferson’s status against Broncos
It truly feels like a coin flip if Justin Jefferson will line up against Broncos star cornerback Pat Surtain II on Sunday Night Football
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 17, 2023Report: Avalanche among the teams “in the mix” on Patrick Kane
ESPN's Emily Kaplan reports teams are telling her they believe the Avalanche are "in the mix" for Patrick Kane, along with a few other clubs
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 16, 2023Sean Payton told Kareem Jackson don’t mess up team’s hot streak
"I told him, 'we're on a little bit of a roll, don't mess anything up now.'" Sean Payton said of Kareem Jackson returning from suspension
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DENVER NUGGETS | Nov 16, 2023ESPN analyst says MVP right now is between two players, no Jokic
Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is fifth in points (30.0), first in rebounds (13.9) and fourth in assists (8.4), but apparently not an MVP favorite
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 15, 2023Broncos can start thinking about playoffs, but AFC brutally crowded
When networks televising games show playoffs graphics, the Broncos should be "in the hunt" beginning as soon as this weekend
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CU FOOTBALL | Nov 15, 2023Joel Klatt on A&M smoke: Prime needs CU just like Buffs need him
"What doesn't get talked about is that Colorado is also a really great fit and perfect spot for Deion," Joel Klatt said on 104.3 The Fan
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DENVER NUGGETS | Nov 14, 2023Bones Hyland says he is not expecting to get a championship ring
Bones Hyland is in town with the Clippers, and many wondered if he'd receive a championship ring, but that's likely not going to happen
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 14, 2023Marvin Mims Jr. responds after viral video of him discussing Wilson
Marvin Mims Jr. was taking pictures with fans when someone got on him for having zero catches, “he don’t throw it to me anyways," Mims said
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 14, 2023The Broncos defense got Bills OC Ken Dorsey fired on Tuesday
The Broncos defense got a coordinator fired on Tuesday, and it wasn't going to be their own, as Vance Joseph's group has turned a corner
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 13, 2023Sean Payton thrilled as Broncos absolutely stun Bills at the buzzer
"Good win on the road. We felt the turnover margin was going to be significant. And it was," Broncos head coach Sean Payton told the media
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CU FOOTBALL | Nov 13, 2023CU women’s basketball is now a top-5 team in the country
In the new AP poll, CU women's basketball checked in at No. 5 in the entire country, only trailing South Carolina, Iowa, UCLA and Utah
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 12, 2023Avalanche lose backup goalie Pavel Francouz for entire season
Pavel Francouz hadn't played this year, and it was clear he was going to be out for a bit, but this is a blow no matter how you slice it
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CU FOOTBALL | Nov 11, 2023Ralphie’s last two runs of the season were total duds
Both of Ralphie's runs were short, with several media members noticing she couldn't make it very far and didn't look interested in running
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 11, 2023Avalanche give brutal update on health of forward Artturi Lehkonen
Head coach Jared Bednar announced Artturi Lehkonen would miss "weeks" due to a scary collision into the boards against the Kraken
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 10, 2023Avs forward Artturi Lehkonen taken to hospital after scary play
The incident occurred in the second period as Artturi Lehkonen got hit by Seattle's Jamie Oleksiak and went head first into the boards
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 9, 2023Avalanche rename broadcast booth after late, great Peter McNab
During their game with Seattle, the Avs honored McNab with a heartfelt tribute, renaming their TV home the "Peter McNab Broadcast Booth"
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 9, 2023Broncos’ Justin Simmons sees some Von Miller in Baron Browning
Simmons was clear no one can compare with Broncos legend Von Miller, but when asked if Browning possesses some of the same traits, he agreed