Zack Kelberman

Zack Kelberman

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Zack Kelberman is the Senior Editor for Mile High Huddle. He has covered the NFL for more than a decade and the Denver Broncos since 2016. He's also the co-host of the wildly popular Broncos show the Mile High Huddle Podcast.

Nov 30, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram (1) avoids a tackle by Washington Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu (4) in overtime of the game at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

Sep 14, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Buffalo Bills wide receiver Elijah Moore (18) reacts by doing a flip against the New York Jets during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Nov 30, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Denver Broncos running back RJ Harvey (12) carries the ball against the Washington Commanders in the first quarter of the game at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

Sep 18, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills wide receiver Elijah Moore (18) runs against the Miami Dolphins in the fourth quarter at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Nov 30, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) passes the ball under pressure from Washington Commanders defensive end Jacob Martin (55) in the first quarter of the game at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

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Payton was impressed along with the rest of Broncos Country.

Oct 5, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Denver Broncos center Luke Wattenberg (60) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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Payton discussed the four-year extension for the Broncos’ starting pivot.

Nov 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins (27) runs the ball in the fourth quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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There's hope yet for Dobbins to play again this season.

Oct 19, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) is tackled by Denver Broncos defensive end John Franklin-Myers (98) as guard Jermaine Eluemunor (72) defends in the fourth quarter at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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Denver appears content letting him test free agency in 2026.

Oct 12, 2025; Tottenham, United Kingdom; Helmets at the line of scrimmage as Denver Broncos center Luke Wattenberg (60) snaps the ball against the New York Jets during an NFL International Series game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Broncos continue locking up core pieces.

Sep 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints wide receiver Brandin Cooks (10) during warmups against the San Francisco 49ers at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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The Broncos weren't "in the mix" for his services.

Sep 28, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Kentucky Wildcats offensive lineman Marques Cox (69) lines up before the snap during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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This marks his third stint in Denver.

Aug 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (38) rushes the ball in the second quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

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McLaughlin now seems to have a firm hold on the RB2 job.

Jan 18, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce (31) runs the ball against Kansas City Chiefs safety Jaden Hicks (21) during the second half in a 2025 AFC divisional round game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Denver lost out in a bidding war for the running back.

Aug 25, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Joseph will be a popular name in the 2026 NFL hiring cycle.

Nov 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) in the fourth quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

ESPN surveyed league insiders who sounded alarm bells on Bo Nix.

Oct 26, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) reacts in the first quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

The bye week couldn't have come at a better time.