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 | Nov 17, 2022Former Rockies 3B Nolan Arenado finishes third in NL MVP voting
During the 2022 season Arenado hit for a .293 average, launched 30 home runs and notched 103 RBI; he also won his 10th Gold Glove
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 17, 2022As Ejiro Evero turns heads in NFL circles, Hackett doesn’t want to lose him
This raises the obvious question: Why don't the Broncos just fire Hackett and promote Evero before another team poaches him?
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 16, 2022Justin Simmons thinks Denver’s defense can be better, despite top ranking
It's a credit to Simmons' leadership and maturity to go the microphone and say the right thing, even during a very frustrating season
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 16, 2022Russell Wilson laments letting “the best defense in the world” down thus far
"We need two more touchdowns a game. I know how to do that. We'll find that. We'll figure that out," Wilson told reporters on Wednesday
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 16, 2022Hackett has interesting but not necessarily right answer on facing Raiders
Hackett says someone has to win, but the Broncos have played two OT contests this year, and both looked destined for ties at certain points
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 15, 2022Report: Broncos LB Aaron Patrick suing NFL, Chargers for torn ACL
The play was fluky and unfortunate, as Patrick was trying to avoid a big collision on the overcrowded NFL sideline, and instead hurt himself
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 15, 2022Broncos need wins as first-round pick keeps getting better for Seahawks
If things continue to go awry, Denver could realistically finish with the second worst record in the NFL and gift Seattle the No. 2 overall selection
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 15, 2022Broncos should takes notes on Jeff Saturday and a gutsy coaching change
The Colts thought outside the box and the Broncos didn't; one franchise is being rewarded, while another is stuck in the muddy waters of losing
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 14, 2022Nathaniel Hackett asked directly if he’s coaching for his job on Sunday
"I learned a long time ago you're coaching for your job every day," Hackett said about his 3-6 team's looming game with the Raiders
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 14, 2022Report: Broncos get good news on Jeudy, “nothing catastrophic or serious”
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport is reporting that it's not an achilles injury for Jeudy, but simply a strained muscle in the back of his ankle
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 14, 2022The best player in the NHL last week was Avs forward Mikko Rantanen
In just two games, Rantanen put up a ridiculous seven points, earning him No. 1 NHL Star of the Week honors as the Avs secured two wins
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 13, 2022The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Why is Melvin Gordon still on the Broncos?
Nathaniel Hackett is playing with fire every time he calls a play that hands Gordon the football, and it nearly burned him again on Sunday
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 13, 2022A somber Hackett postgame says he’s a teacher, players must make plays
Hackett is a man who feels like he's done everything he can possibly do, and the players still aren't getting it or executing at a high level
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 13, 2022Watch: Russell Wilson throws a late INT, Broncos fall to 3-6 on the year
The Broncos once led the game 10-0, but couldn't muster another point; a late offensive possession looked promising until the drive stalled
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 13, 2022Watch: Russell Wilson hits Jalen Virgil for long TD on rookie’s first NFL catch
Virgil had been inactive most of the season, but got a uniform on Sunday with KJ Hamler out; he made the most of his opportunity
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 11, 2022Hackett thinks Broncos can use London as springboard for road success
After an 0-3 start away from the Mile High City, the Broncos earned their first road victory against the Jaguars 12 days ago, all the way in London
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 11, 2022After waiting five years for NHL debut, Shane Bowers got hurt just 1:46 in
Bowers took a nasty shot into the boards and immediately grabbed his wrist; Jared Bednar didn't have an update after the game, but it didn't look good
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 10, 2022Avs honor Peter McNab with many tributes in first game since his passing
The Avs remembered McNab with several nice touches, including flowers on press row, a video tribute and a "moment of appreciation"
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 10, 2022“Wristband-gate” gets spicier, Hackett addresses why Wilson’s wearing one
The head coach hinted that if a complicated play is called, the wristband can help jog Wilson's memory and get Denver's offense moving faster
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DENVER NUGGETS | Nov 10, 2022Nuggets unveil 2022-23 City Edition uniform, Bones Hyland shows it off
"A white base serves as a canvas... with a unique trim running throughout the collar and faded blue piping along the sides," the NBA says
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 8, 2022Father-in-law of former Bronco sold the winning $2 billion Powerball ticket
Joe Chahayed will receive $1 million for selling the lucky ticket at his store in California; he is the father of Domata Peko's wife, Anna
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COLORADO AVALANCHE | Nov 8, 2022More brutal Avs news as Nichushkin gets surgery and will miss a month
Nichushkin, who signed a massive contract this offseason, was off to an excellent start; he scored seven goals in just seven games and had 12 points
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 8, 2022As Hackett mentions playoffs, Broncos got absolutely no help in Week 9
Despite their head coach talking playoffs, Denver is going to have to be insanely special in the second half to even sniff a postseason berth
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DENVER BRONCOS | Nov 8, 2022Broncos need Courtland Sutton to wake up, because something is amiss
The answer is one of two things, and the first option would be extremely concerning, while the second one would just be a huge bummer