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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CU FOOTBALL | Sep 10, 2023The CU Buffs just cracked the top-20, moving up a handful of spots
The CU Buffs checked in at No. 18 in the new AP rankings released on Sunday; they're No. 21 in the coaches poll, one that carries less weight
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CU FOOTBALL | Sep 9, 2023CU defense the story this week in huge win, but offense rallies too
CU moved to 2-0 under Coach Prime with a defensive masterpiece against Nebraska, forcing four turnovers and sending the Huskers out of town
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CU FOOTBALL | Sep 9, 2023Three NFL Hall of Famers head to Boulder to support Coach Prime
Former Broncos TE Shannon Sharpe traveled in style, with his new debate partner Stephen A. Smith rolling along for the ride to see Coach Prime
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CU FOOTBALL | Sep 9, 2023CU has massive throne on their sideline, may be used for big plays
The spectacular piece of art that is the CU throne could be used to celebrate a player who makes a big play, temporarily crowning him "king"
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CU FOOTBALL | Sep 8, 2023United offers Travis Hunter and Coach Prime a plane with a hot tub
Right now everyone wants a piece of the CU pie, and that even includes major brands like United talking about Coach Prime and Travis Hunter
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COLORADO ROCKIES | Sep 8, 2023Coors Field just hosted an “all-Husker reception” for Nebraska fans
This, of course, made a lot of people mad online; a viral tweet with the messaging on the scoreboard has nearly 500,000 views
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DENVER BRONCOS | Sep 7, 2023Peyton Manning goes on Pat McAfee, dishes on Russell Wilson
Peyton Manning and McAfee were teammates back in the day, and what better topic to discuss than how Russell Wilson can be fixed this season?
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CU FOOTBALL | Sep 7, 2023For first time since 1996, CU football has sold out four home games
CU announced on Thursday that football tickets for both the CSU and USC games are gone, joining Nebraska and Stanford as sell-outs
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CU FOOTBALL | Sep 7, 2023Report: CU suddenly “a contender” for No. 1 2025 high school QB
Bryce Underwood, a five-star out of Belleville, Michigan, is definitely interested in becoming the next QB at CU, with a visit happening soon
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DENVER BRONCOS | Sep 6, 2023Just like Coach Prime, Broncos QB Russell Wilson keeping receipts
We'll see if it works for Russell Wilson this year, with the journey to use those receipts starting on Sunday at home against the Raiders
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DENVER BRONCOS | Sep 6, 2023Peyton Manning admits casting for ‘Quarterback’ season 2 is tough
Former Broncos star Peyton Manning is the executive producer of 'Quarterback' and recently said locking guys down for season 2 has been hard
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CU FOOTBALL | Sep 6, 2023Coach Prime, CU Buffs smash every Saturday game in TV ratings
Coach Prime and the Buffs drew in by far the best TV ratings of they day, with a reported 7.262M people checking the CU game out on FOX
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COLORADO ROCKIES | Sep 5, 2023Report: AT&T SportsNet will sign off soon, Rockies need new home
According to Patrick Saunders, AT&T SportsNet will be shutting down on Oct. 6, leaving the Rockies temporarily without a TV home
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CU FOOTBALL | Sep 5, 2023Shedeur Sanders reveals Tom Brady texted him after beating TCU
Shedeur Sanders revealed the greatest QB in NFL history in Tom Brady hit him up, letting him know this is only the beginning
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DENVER BRONCOS | Sep 5, 2023Peyton and Eli release epic video for ManningCast host audtions
Peyton and Eli had NFL names like Kirk Cousins, Sean Payton, Sean McVay and Pat McAfee audition for the ManningCast, but it was just a bit
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DENVER BRONCOS | Sep 5, 2023Broncos better be careful or Buffs will become biggest show in town
For the first time, the Broncos are catchable as the top dog; we've been spoiled with titles, and if the Buffs start pursuing one, look out
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CU FOOTBALL | Sep 2, 2023Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter dunk on the CU football haters
QB Shedeur Sanders and WR Travis Hunter, who both look like early Heisman Trophy candidates, were vocal on Saturday night, and rightfully so
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CU FOOTBALL | Sep 2, 2023Coach Prime and the Buffs look completely legit in shocking TCU
Coach Prime delivered on many promises in a Week 1 stunner, and now it's up to him and the rest of the team to keep the momentum rolling
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DENVER BRONCOS | Sep 1, 2023A viral video of John Daly kicking at Broncos practice is awesome
The viral clip of John Daly showing off his leg at Broncos practice in 1992 is something else; he really knew how to kick a football
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DENVER BRONCOS | Aug 31, 2023Broncos had the biggest jump in the NFL in preseason viewership
According to Mike Klis, the Broncos had the biggest jump in the NFL in preseason viewership from 2022 to 2023, going up 36 percent
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COLORADO ROCKIES | Aug 31, 2023A player the Rockies traded was waived, but no team wanted him
Former Rockies outfielder Randal Grichuck was waived after just 28 games with LA in which he hit a paltry .168; he wasn't claimed
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Aug 30, 2023Colorado Avalanche will have 15 games on ESPN, TNT this year
Highlights include the Colorado Avalanche playing the Kings in their opener on TNT and their home opener against the Blackhawks on ESPN
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DENVER BRONCOS | Aug 30, 2023Ex-Broncos kicker Brett Maher didn’t take long to find a new team
The Rams got a good look at Brett Maher as Denver trounced them in the preseason finale, 41-0; Maher made all seven of his kicks
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Aug 30, 2023The Avalanche are giving a guy a shot who once broke their hearts
Joel Kiviranta has an unfortunate place in Avalanche history, sending them home from the COVID bubble playoffs in dramatic fashion