Mark Kiszla

Sports columnist

Mark Kiszla

Mark Kiszla is an award-winning sports columnist who wrote for The Denver Post from the fall of 1983 to 2024. During his time at the Post, he was named Colorado Sportswriter of the Year four times and was honored as a top 10 columnist in the nation by the Associated Press Sports Editors as recently as 2021.

DENVER, COLORADO - NOVEMBER 26: Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) looks to pass during the second half of the game at Empower Field at Mile High on November 26, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. The Denver Broncos beat the Cleveland Browns 29-12 during week 12 of the NFL season. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

Kiszla: Broncos are back in playoff contention because Russell Wilson, Mr. Unlimited, has embraced his limitations

December 2, 2023 at 7:03 p.m.

After a horrendous 1-5 start to the season, the Broncos have played themselves back into playoff contention, while quarterback Russell Wilson has inserted himself into the conversation about comeback player...

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders looks on against Utah during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rob Gray)

Kickin’ It with Kiz: Sportsperson of year? Around here, it’s Joker over Prime. No contest.

December 2, 2023 at 4:21 p.m.

Sorry, Deion Sanders. The Colorado sportsperson on the year? By unanimous vote of the fine staff here's at Kickin' It Headquarters, it's Nuggets center Nikola Jokic.

Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans stands on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Kiszla: While Sean Payton struck it rich with Broncos, did DeMeco Ryans win better job in Houston?

November 30, 2023 at 7:20 p.m.

Would you rather build a championship contender around two established NFL veterans in quarterback Russell Wilson and Sean Payton, or 22-year-old rookie C.J. Stroud and DeMeco Ryans?

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Arizona Wildcats at Folsom Field November 11, 2023. (Photo by Andy Cross/The Denver Post)

馃攰 Kickin鈥� It with Kiz Podcast: How Deion Sanders’ CU Buffs can win 10 games in 2024?

November 30, 2023 at 8:19 a.m.

In the latest edition of the Kickin' it with Kiz Podcast, Mark Kiszla gives tips on winning in FBS, winning big gambling your paycheck and the titanic showdown between the...

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray, right, gets trapped wiuth the ball by Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green in the first half of an NBA basketball game on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Kiszla: Jamal Murray’s return reminds NBA why it’s overdue to give him All-Star recognition

November 29, 2023 at 10:14 p.m.

With Murray nursing an injured hamstring for nearly a month, the defending champions limped along with a 6-5 record, looking more vulnerable than unstoppable.

DENVER, CO - NOVEMBER 26: Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) celebrates coming off the field after defeating the Cleveland Browns 29-12 at Empower Field at Mile High November 26, 2023. (Photo by Andy Cross/The Denver Post)

Kiszla vs. Gabriel: Is the AFC playoff field big enough for both Broncos and Texans?

November 27, 2023 at 12:23 p.m.

Is the AFC playoff field big enough for both Broncos and Texans? The 6-5 teams meet Sunday in Houston for what has become a critical matchup between playoff hopefuls.

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) rushes the ball up the field during the first half of the game at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver on Nov. 26, 2023. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

Kiszla: Russell Wilson and Vance Joseph have gone from zeros to heroes during Broncos’ five-game winning streak

November 26, 2023 at 9:02 p.m.

When this football team was 1-5, I was ready to run quarterback Russell Wilson and defensive coordinator Vance Joseph out of this dusty old cowtown. My reasons were strong. But...

Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (38) warms up before the game at Empower Field at Mile High on Nov. 26, 2023 in Denver. The Denver Broncos take on the Cleveland Browns during week 12 of the NFL season. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

How it Happened: Broncos clobber Browns for 5th straight win, improve to 6-5 on season

November 26, 2023 at 9:05 p.m.

Live updates, tweets, photos, analysis and more from the Denver Broncos' NFL Week 12 game against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver on Nov. 26,...

Snow falls on the helmet of Colorado School of Mines defensive back Kylan Wilson (38) during the game against Western Colorado University at Marv Kay Stadium on Saturday, October 28, 2023 in Golden, Colorado. The Colorado School of Mines beat Western Colorado University 42-7. (Rebecca Slezak/ Special to The Denver Post)

Kiszla: Warning to football teams standing between Mines and first national championship: Oooh, this is going to hurt

November 25, 2023 at 7:10 p.m.

The wildest ride in Colorado sports is a runaway ore cart, rolling out of the foothills, flattening everything in its path.

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) looks to pass down field during the second half of the game at Empower Field at Mile High on November 19, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. The Denver Broncos beat the Minnesota Vikings 21-20 during week 11 of the NFL season. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

Kickin’ It with Kiz: Has Russell Wilson won the right to be Broncos’ QB in 2024 and beyond?

November 25, 2023 at 2:37 p.m.

Coach Sean Payton has strongly hinted he believes in drafting a quarterback every year. How early will the Broncos draft a QB this spring?

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Kiszla: Broncos are back in playoff contention because Russell Wilson, Mr. Unlimited, has embraced his limitations

Kickin’ It with Kiz: Sportsperson of year? Around here, it’s Joker over Prime. No contest.

Kiszla: While Sean Payton struck it rich with Broncos, did DeMeco Ryans win better job in Houston?

馃攰 Kickin鈥� It with Kiz Podcast: How Deion Sanders’ CU Buffs can win 10 games in 2024?

Kiszla: Jamal Murray’s return reminds NBA why it’s overdue to give him All-Star recognition

Kiszla vs. Gabriel: Is the AFC playoff field big enough for both Broncos and Texans?

Kiszla: Russell Wilson and Vance Joseph have gone from zeros to heroes during Broncos’ five-game winning streak

How it Happened: Broncos clobber Browns for 5th straight win, improve to 6-5 on season

Kiszla: Warning to football teams standing between Mines and first national championship: Oooh, this is going to hurt

Kickin’ It with Kiz: Has Russell Wilson won the right to be Broncos’ QB in 2024 and beyond?