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 ROCKIES | Dec 15, 202318 years ago today, Monfort brothers took full control of the Rockies
On Dec. 15, 2005, Dick Monfort and his brother Charlie bought out Rockies co-founder Jerry McMorris for full control of the organization
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DENVER NUGGETS | Dec 14, 2023George McGinnis, involved in famous Nuggets trade, passes away
In 1980, the Nuggets traded George McGinnis back home to the Indiana Pacers for a young forward by the name of Alex English
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 14, 2023Schefter: Vance Joseph not connected to head-coaching jobs… yet
"The more they win, the more consideration (Vance Joseph) will get," Adam Schefter told "Schlereth and Evans" on 104.3 The Fan
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 13, 2023The Avalanche did it right with all their tributes to Erik Johnson
During the first period against Buffalo, the Avs gave Erik Johnson a long tribute video, with the crowd following with a standing ovation
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 13, 2023Sean Payton says Broncos are still improving, haven’t hit a plateau
While the Broncos are one of the best stories in the NFL after their 1-5 start, that doesn't mean head coach Sean Payton is satisfied
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 13, 2023Former Avs great Erik Johnson breaks down in tears before return
When Erik Johnson met with the media on Wednesday at Ball Arena, it's no surprise he got emotional discussing all his memories in Denver
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DENVER NUGGETS | Dec 12, 2023Nikola Jokic ejected in absurd fashion in Chicago, Bulls fans boo
The ridiculous ejection happened on Serbian Heritage Night in Chicago, so a lot of folks in the building were there to see Nikola Jokic play
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CU FOOTBALL | Dec 12, 2023CU to offer class called “Prime Time” named after Deion Sanders
The class named after Deion Sanders is officially called "Prime Time: Public Performance and Leadership" and will help college athletes
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 12, 2023Broncos first injury report against Lions drops, two names to watch
A starting safety and edge-rusher were non-participants on the Broncos injury report, as Nik Bonitto and P.J. Locke were both injured in L.A.
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 12, 2023Mikko Rantanen blasts Artturi Lehkonen’s father for his comments
According to The Athletic's Peter Baugh, Ismo Lehkonen, who's an analyst in Finland said Mikko Rantanen "didn't have a very good summer"
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 12, 2023Forget just making the playoffs, Broncos should aim for AFC West
The Broncos need to keep the foot on the gas and make K.C. sweat in the regular season and AFC West fight for the first time in a long time
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 11, 2023The Avalanche had an insanely fun win when they needed it badly
When the Avalanche needed it most, the stars showed up, as Mikko Rantanen tied the game and Nathan MacKinnon gave the Avs the lead
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 10, 2023After Broncos win, Sean Payton staying the course regarding playoffs
"You take a peek at what the AFC did today, then let's go, it's on to the next challenge," Broncos head coach Sean Payton said
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DENVER NUGGETS | Dec 8, 2023After just one bad game, NBA drops Nikola Jokic in MVP ladder
After a night in which Nikola Jokic missed a career-high 23 shots, going just 9-32, the NBA dropped him to second on its MVP ladder
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 7, 2023Report: Broncos went hunting for linebacker help, but missed out
The Broncos reportedly tried to add released Eagles linebacker Christian Elliss, but their spot in the waiver wire order wasn't good enough
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 7, 2023Avs forward Valeri Nichushkin remains out for third straight day
Originally, Jared Bednar expected Valeri Nichushkin to play against the Ducks on Tuesday, so he's sicker than the team initially realized
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CU FOOTBALL | Dec 7, 2023Finally some good news: Buffs and Coach Prime land huge recruit
Appearing live on the show "Undisputed," the No. 1 OT in the country picked Coach Prime and CU over the likes of Alabama and Ohio State
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 6, 2023Sean Payton looking forward to Broncos fans in LA for huge game
It's no secret Broncos Country has some of the most passionate fans in the NFL, and a stadium being painted in orange can't be dismissed
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 6, 2023Three important faces spotted at Avalanche practice on Wednesday
Cale Makar and Andrew Cogliano didn't play in a 3-2 Avalanche win over the Ducks, and Bowen Byram was hurt in the second period
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CU FOOTBALL | Dec 6, 2023Travis Hunter wins CU football’s first major national award since ’02
Travis Hunter was named the 2023 Paul Hornung Award on Wednesday morning, given to college football's most versatile player
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DENVER NUGGETS | Dec 5, 2023Jamal Murray closer to another return as Nuggets try to get healthy
After practice on Tuesday, before the Nuggets head to LA to face the Clippers, Michael Malone delivered relatively good news on Jamal Murray
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Dec 5, 2023The Cale Makar injury is now one to watch for the Avalanche
Cale Makar was hurt late in Saturday night's contest against the Ducks and didn't play on Sunday against the Kings, he's now "doubtful"
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DENVER BRONCOS | Dec 5, 2023Broncos, and their fans, have come too far to give up hope now
It's been a roller coaster season, but this thing has another big up left; that's what the players believe and what Broncos Country should too
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CU FOOTBALL | Dec 4, 2023Report: Buffs lose starting tight end in portal, had five touchdowns
In arguably CU's most thrilling win of the year, a 2OT classic against CSU, Michael Harrison had seven catches for 76 yards and two touchdowns