Luca Evans

Broncos Beat Writer

Luca Evans

Luca Evans covers the Denver Broncos for The Denver Post. Before starting in March 2025, he spent two years covering USC for the Southern California News Group and a year covering LA-area high school sports for the Los Angeles Times. He loves uncovering the details that help athletes tick, and when not investigating such details, he can probably be found shooting 2-of-10 in a rec league basketball game.

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 09: Jarrett Stidham #8 of the Denver Broncos looks on from the bench against the San Francisco 49ers in second half of an NFL Preseason 2025 game at Levi's Stadium on August 09, 2025 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Broncos players express faith in backup QB Jarrett Stidham after Bo Nix’s injury

January 20, 2026 at 12:56 p.m.

However the Broncos' 2025 season finishes -- if the coming weeks bring glory or despair -- the story of the end begins in a tiny corner of a hallway inside...

Bo Nix (10) of the Denver Broncos talks to Josh Allen (17) of the Buffalo Bills after the Broncos鈥� 33-30 overtime win at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

馃攰 How can Sean Payton’s Broncos respond vs. Patriots after losing Bo Nix to fractured ankle? | Podcast

January 20, 2026 at 12:25 p.m.

Plus, what Jarrett Stidham must do to play well in the AFC title game vs. New England and more.

J.K. Dobbins (27) of the Denver Broncos warms up before the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Broncos open RB J.K. Dobbins’ 21-day window to return off injured reserve, source confirms

January 19, 2026 at 3:02 p.m.

A couple days after losing quarterback Bo Nix to a season-ending injury, the Broncos might just have a silver lining, as another major offensive piece will return to practice.

Nik Bonitto (15) and Courtland Sutton (14) of the Denver Broncos celebrate after the Broncos鈥� 33-30 overtime win over the Buffalo Bills at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Saturday. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Broncos stock report: Nik Bonitto, Malcolm Roach destroy, but Denver’s WR depth is tattered

January 18, 2026 at 6:20 p.m.

Saturday night had everything, even before the truly unthinkable. Broncos head coach Sean Payton handed out five game balls, because a simple two or three couldn't have done the trick....

Jarrett Stidham (8) of the Denver Broncos fires a pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the second quarter at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Broncos to face New England Patriots in Sunday’s AFC Championship in Denver

January 18, 2026 at 4:28 p.m.

Call it the Jarrett Stidham Revenge Game, if anything.

DENVER , CO - JANUARY 17: Bo Nix (10) of the Denver Broncos talks to Josh Allen (17) of the Buffalo Bills after the Broncos鈥� 33-30 overtime win at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Saturday, January 17, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

What’s next for Broncos after Bo Nix’s stunning season-ending ankle injury?

January 18, 2026 at 3:28 p.m.

The man whom Sean Payton will count on is 29-year-old backup Jarrett Stidham.

Bo Nix (10) of the Denver Broncos blows past Shaq Thompson (45) of the Buffalo Bills during the first quarter at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver on Saturday. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Broncos-Bills report card: Sean Payton, Bo Nix outlast Josh Allen in OT classic

January 17, 2026 at 6:41 p.m.

Here's The Denver Post's report card from an unforgettable game in Denver.

Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) reacts after a catch during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Buffalo Bills, Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Broncos’ Pat Bryant exits with concussion after 3 catches vs. Bills

January 17, 2026 at 3:46 p.m.

After hauling in Bo Nix's first three passes against the Bills, Broncos wideout Pat Bryant exited Saturday's AFC divisional matchup after taking a big hit on his third reception.

Frank Crum (73) of the Denver Broncos celebrates with teammates after scoring a receiving touchdown against the Buffalo Bills during the second quarter at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

How it Happened: Broncos beat Bills in overtime thriller to advance to AFC championship game

January 17, 2026 at 7:40 p.m.

Follow along to live updates, tweets, photos, analysis and more from the Broncos' AFC Divisional Round game against the Bills in Denver.

Denver Broncos tight end Caleb Lohner (84) takes part in drills during an NFL football manadatory minicamp Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at the team's headquarters in Centennial, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Broncos elevate WR Elijah Moore, TE Caleb Lohner for potential Denver debuts vs. Bills

January 16, 2026 at 4:50 p.m.

Two skill players could make their Broncos debuts Saturday on the biggest stage of Denver's season.

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Broncos players express faith in backup QB Jarrett Stidham after Bo Nix’s injury

馃攰 How can Sean Payton’s Broncos respond vs. Patriots after losing Bo Nix to fractured ankle? | Podcast

Broncos open RB J.K. Dobbins’ 21-day window to return off injured reserve, source confirms

Broncos stock report: Nik Bonitto, Malcolm Roach destroy, but Denver’s WR depth is tattered

Broncos to face New England Patriots in Sunday’s AFC Championship in Denver

What’s next for Broncos after Bo Nix’s stunning season-ending ankle injury?

Broncos-Bills report card: Sean Payton, Bo Nix outlast Josh Allen in OT classic

Broncos’ Pat Bryant exits with concussion after 3 catches vs. Bills

How it Happened: Broncos beat Bills in overtime thriller to advance to AFC championship game

Broncos elevate WR Elijah Moore, TE Caleb Lohner for potential Denver debuts vs. Bills