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Vance Joseph deserves a raise. Or three. The Broncos defense has carried the flag for one of the most fun, outta-nowhere seasons in team history — a heady mix of kids and vets raising Cain while allowing Bo Nix and a young receiving corps time (and space) to grow up on the fly.That being said: What the heck was that this past Thursday night, VJ?Seriously. After this past Thursday’s Brain-camp Bowl at the Chargers, the Broncos’ once air-tight D has surrendered at least 32 points in two of their last three tilts. Context: Over the previous 12 games, a Denver…

In his last months of college wrestling, Andrew Alirez is more focused on performing well than worrying about results.If he wrestles to the best of his ability, without getting all hung up on the score or the match, he said, then he’ll do what he returned to Northern Colorado this year to do: win a second NCAA title.“I just feel in my heart nobody has seen the best version of me out there,” he said. “I feel like I’ve wrestled better in the room (the UNC wrestling room) a lot. I think it’s just attributed to, ‘I have to win.…

Ok, Saint Nik. Time for an escape Claus.The Broncos squandered an 11-point lead against the Chargers, cratered their four-game win streak, and were left still needing a single victory with two attempts remaining to end their long playoff drought.The first arrives at Cincinnati.Ruh-roh! Here comes Joe Burrow.If not for the Bengals’ terrible record and abysmal defense, the quarterback would be a serious MVP candidate. He has thrown for a career-high 36 touchdowns, including multiple scores in 11 games. If not for the Bengals’ terrible record and abysmal defense, receiver Ja’Marr Chase would be the frontrunner for offensive player of the…

Dear Eric: I am a woman in my late 50s. I have never been married or had any children. It was always my father who raised both myself and my sibling (who passed away at the age of 40). I am in a long-term relationship and we both respect and love one another.My father is in his late 80s and not in great health. I cannot stop worrying that when both my father and my partner leave this Earth, I will be all alone.The friends that I had for more than 20 years have moved on to build their lives.…

A new flock is taking over Ptarmigan Country Club.The club outside Fort Collins was purchased this month by Heritage Golf Group, a Virginia-based operator that expanded into Colorado two years ago. Records show the company paid $6.1 million for the land.Heritage now owns 39 private or semi-private courses across the country, including The Golf Club at Bear Dance in Larkspur, Plum Creek Golf Club in Castle Rock and Colorado National Golf Club in Erie. It bought those three clubs in 2022.It bought the private club at 5416 Vardon Way from Ryan Flack, whose family owned and operated it for more…

Colorado is gearing up for a major labor showdown in 2025.The question is simple: How easy should it be for unions to set up “closed shops” in this state where monthly union representation fees are automatically deducted from every employee’s paycheck?Right now, an old state law – the Labor Peace Act — requires a 75% vote of employees to give a newly formed union the power to bargain for the union’s financial security. That security often comes in the form of negotiated union membership and union representation fees that are withdrawn monthly.Closed-shop unions are crucial in collective bargaining, experts say,…

The tendency to believe remains strong until a game like Portland comes along. Then it’s clear the Nuggets need to be shaken up like a snow globe.Against a bad team, the Nuggets fell back into a familiar trap this season, sleepwalking through long stretches with questionable effort. Operating with no safety net left them vulnerable to getting beat, and Anfernee Simons obliged with a game-winner at the buzzer.The acrobatic shot made it clear it is time to have the conversation: Should the Nuggets trade for Chicago’s Zach LaVine?For me, the answer is yes.They owe it to Nikola Jokic, whose prime…

Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Virgo.Happy Birthday for Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024:You have great people skills. You’re charming, entertaining and veracious. You’re comfortable with attention. This year has brought change into your world, and in 2025, service will be a theme, especially service to family. Therefore, take care of yourself so that you can be a resource.ARIES(March 21-April 19) ★★★Unexpected events might take place today that affect your job, your health or your pet. (Note: Pet owners should be vigilant to avoid mishaps.) Big ideas might lead to exciting,…

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Colorado Avalanche looked tired after one period Friday night, but one of their new goaltenders kept them afloat until the rest of the club found enough energy to grind out a win.That script has been a familiar one during the toughest stretch of schedule the Avs have faced, and these points might prove to be incredibly valuable. Scott Wedgewood made 29 saves, the Avalanche rebounded to fend off the Anaheim Ducks, 4-2, at Honda Center.“After the first 20 (minutes), we weren’t happy with anything,” Wedgewood said. “A couple guys voiced their opinions on what could be…

Charlie Blackmon is no longer a Denver homeowner.After retiring from a 14-year career with the Colorado Rockies at the end of the season, the outfielder sold his home in the Belcaro neighborhood for $130,000 under its list price.The $4,170,000 sale of the Belcaro house closed Nov. 21.Blackmon moved back to Georgia to live in Atlanta with his wife, Ashley, and their two young children.He listed the 5,500-square-foot home in the gated community near Cherry Creek on Sept. 11 for $4.3 million. Blackmon purchased the house, constructed in 2014, for $2.8 million in June 2018.After purchasing the home, Blackmon improved the outdoor space by…