What struck a nerve when Mike Klis asked J.K. Dobbins about his role?
A question about J.K. Dobbins’ place in Denver’s backfield turned into an uncomfortable exchange—and a much bigger story than the reporter asking it expected. On The Drive, Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay welcome their 9News Broncos Insider, Mike, to explain what it felt like when Dobbins turned the press conference back on him.
Mike reflects on the wording of his question, why he believes it struck a nerve and his surprise at Dobbins’ reaction to being called a veteran. He also discusses trying to answer Dobbins’ questions without becoming the story himself, acknowledging that he got some details about the running back’s carries right and others wrong.
While Mike describes the moment as awkward rather than an argument, the reaction afterward caught him off guard. He shares his perspective on criticism from national reporters and Justin Simmons’ involvement as the exchange grew beyond the press conference.
With R.J. Harvey out and Dobbins set to share the backfield with Jonah Coleman against Kansas City, the conversation also turns to how quickly the focus can shift from questions about playing time to the demands of the next game.
Broncos Country, how did you interpret the exchange—and how should reporters and players handle difficult questions about changing roles? Share your take in the comments, like the video and subscribe for more Broncos coverage from The Drive with Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay.
