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Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello Romano
Hosted by a Colorado native with deep ties to the local teams, Marcello Romano provides a unique look at the Denver sports landscape by offering the perspective of a lifelong fan.
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Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoIs Greg Penner thinking about MULTIPLE championships with the Broncos? | Freshly Grated
Broncos owner and CEO Greg Penner said the Broncos goal is to compete for championships and win Super Bowls. Plural. Could a dynasty be brewing in Denver?…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoShould Broncos fans be CONCERNED if Bo Nix is running a lot this season? | Freshly Grated
Broncos QB Bo Nix told Kay Adams he likes running the football to get into the flow of the game. Is that a good thing or concerning given what happened in the…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoIs Pat Bryant on the verge of becoming a STAR for the Broncos? | Freshly Grated
Through the first part of training camp, Broncos WR Pat Bryant is turning heads nearly every day. Is he on the verge of becoming a star? Plus, Drew Brees pays…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoDo the explanations for Courtland Sutton's recent absences make SENSE? | Freshly Grated
Broncos WR Courtland Sutton missed multiple days of practice this week, but both he and Sean Payton say it's part of a larger rest plan. Does everything add…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoAre INJURIES Starting To Become A Concern At Broncos Training Camp? | Freshly Grated
Broncos training camp is about a week old and there's already been injury scares with Nik Bonitto and Jaylen Waddle, plus Courtland Sutton getting two days off…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWhy does Bo Nix keep getting ranked LOW on NFL QB tier lists? | Freshly Grated
Another QB rankings poll has come out and once again Bo Nix is not in the top two tiers and slotted in No. 18 in the NFL. Is this fair? And how does Nix change…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWhat do you make of the Broncos UPDATED Burnham Yard master plan renderings? | Freshly Grated
The Broncos released updated Burnham Yard master plan renderings, including four neighborhood districts and street-level imagery. What do you make of it? Plus…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWhat were the BIG takeaways from Sean Payton's first camp press conference? | Freshly Grated
Sean Payton held his first press conference of Broncos training camp, what were the biggest takeaways? Plus, Broncos players rave about the new facility and…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoAre thing between the Nuggets and Peyton Watson getting UNCOMFORTABLE? | Freshly Grated
There's a flurry of news on Peyton Watson, including he may play on the qualifying offer and that the Nuggets are offering him way less than Christian Braun…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoDid the Nuggets make a BOLD statement by matching the Spencer Jones offer? | Freshly Grated
The Nuggets have matched a two-year, $12 million offer for Spencer Jones from the Thunder, keeping him in Denver. Did the front office finally do something…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWhy does Sean Payton have the WORST odds to win NFL Coach of the Year? | Freshly Grated
The odds to win major NFL awards have dropped and there are some interesting ones for the Broncos. Why is Sean Payton the biggest long-shot to win Coach of the…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoCan Denver Colorado become Title Town in 2027? | Freshly Grated
The Broncos seemed to be the furthest from a championship a year ago but are they the closest in Colorado now? Plus, why has it been so quiet out of Ball…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoAre the Broncos PREDISPOSED for a special run this season? | Freshly Grated
Broncos 2026 campaign is right around the corner, has the Bo Nix concern-o-meter been fired up again and will J.K. Dobbins buck the trend? Plus, Broncos rank…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoHow can RJ Harvey become an EVERY DOWN running back? | Freshly Grated
Broncos running back RJ Harvey says he watches film of Christian McCaffrey, Kenneth Walker III, and Jahmyr Gibbs — can that help make him an every down…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoIs Bo Nix really the 59th BEST player in the NFL? | Freshly Grated
The NFL released more of it's top-100 list on Monday and Broncos QB Bo Nix is No. 59 overall. Is that a fair spot for Nix to land? Plus, do the players around…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWhat are the BIGGEST games on the Avalanche's 2026-27 schedule? | Freshly Grated
The Avalanche's 2026-27 schedule came out and while everyone will be focused on the playoffs, the journey is still important. What are their biggest games?…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoAnother poll, another snub? Broncos WR's don't rank in a new poll | Freshly Grated
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler compiled a WR rankings list that doesn't include a Bronco. Are we missing something or will the Broncos change that narrative in 2026?…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoHas Bo Nix PASSED Lamar Jackson in the NFL QB world? | Freshly Grated
Bo Nix is better to have on the field in the fourth quarter than former NFL MVP Lamar Jackson, at least according to Colin Cowherd. Is that endorsement…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoIs Courtland Sutton in a SURPRISING spot on the NFL top-100 list? | Freshly Grated
Broncos WR Courtland Sutton cracked the NFL top-100 list, checking in at No. 68 overall. Is that too high, too low or just right? And how many Broncos will…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWas Bo Nix snubbed from another QB Ranking list? | Freshly Grated
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler compiles a list from league Executives, Coaches and Scouts, but Bo Nix wasn't in the top 10 or even the "Honorable Mentions" was it a snub…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoAre the Nuggets DESPERATE to still land LeBron James? | Freshly Grated
ESPN's Brian Windhorst is STILL calling the Nuggets a finalist in the LeBron James sweepstakes, but also notes they could use him badly. Should Denver be…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoDo the Nuggets have ANY sort of a plan after cutting Jonas Valanciunas? | Freshly Grated
The Nuggets saved $8M by cutting Jonas Valanciunas, but does the organization have any sort of plan or just saving money? Plus, Von Miller stirs the pot again…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoAre the Nuggets FADING out of the LeBron James sweeptstakes? | Freshly Grated
A report claims LeBron James might be down to the to the 76ers, Cavaliers and Heat, but Brian Windhorst says the Nuggets still feel like they have a compelling…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoDoes Nikola Jokic want to be on the Nuggets for LIFE? | Freshly Grated
Nikola Jokic again committed to playing for the Nuggets his entire career, but is it concerning he doesn't want to sign the extension until next summer? Plus…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoIs there still MOMENTUM for LeBron James to join the Nuggets? | Freshly Grated
The Nuggets made Rich Paul's whiteboard of potential teams that LeBron James could join. Is there still momentum it could happen, or is James using Denver for…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoShould LeBron James join the NUGGETS and retire a champion? | Freshly Grated
ESPN's Brian Windhorst, who has a lengthy relationship with LeBron James, is floating the idea of James joining the Nuggets. Should Denver find a way to get it…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoDid the Nuggets make a SURPRISING roster decision ahead of free agency? | Freshly Grated
The Nuggets want Peyton Watson and Spencer Jones back next year, but Jalen Pickett not so much. What's the plan at point guard with free agency opening in a…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoIs Nikola Jokic UNHAPPY with the Nuggets? | Freshly Grated
There was some concerning Nuggets news over the weekend as reports say Nikola Jokic might not sign a contract extension this offseason. Is this pressure from…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoThe TRADE winds are blowing, AVS deal Nichushkin, what does it mean and what's next? | Freshly Grated
Joe Sakic and the AVS continue to be active this offseason. What does the Nichushkin deal set up for? Plus, do the Broncos lack playmakers? The US is set for…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoDid the Nuggets find VALUE in Round 2 of the 2026 NBA Draft? | Freshly Grated
The Nuggets decided to make two picks in the second-round of the NBA Draft and no more trades... for now. Is there a path to impactful minutes for Trevon…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWas the Nuggets plan for the first night of the NBA Draft a GOOD one? | Freshly Grated
The Nuggets didn't pick in Round 1 of the NBA Draft, instead trading back nine spots with San Antonio and adding two future second-rounders. Was this a good…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoAre the Broncos KEEPING Marvin Mims Jr. after all? | Freshly Grated
There's been a lot of chatter around the future of Broncos WR Marvin Mims Jr., but is Denver definitely going to keep him this season? Plus, a massive NBA…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoAre the Nuggets on the verge of a BIG trade? | Freshly Grated
The Nuggets might move the No. 26 overall pick, but could it be to get off a bad contract? Plus, Denver native Wyndham Clark wins the U.S. Open and the Broncos…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWhat HAS to change for Bo Nix to be mentioned among the leagues' ELITE? | Freshly Grated
Broncos QB Bo Nix is back and saying all the right things, so why is the perception of him outside of Denver still feel off? Plus Jaylen Waddle shines on day…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWhy is J.K. Dobbins making BOLD claims about health and leading the NFL in rushing? | Freshly Grated
Broncos RB J.K. Dobbins, who gets hurt every season, says there won't be any injuries this year. Plus he's going to be No. 1 in the NFL in rushing. Do you like…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoJoe Sakic makes a BOLD statement about the future of Cale Makar | Freshly Grated
Avs president and GM Joe Sakic said Cale Makar will play the rest of his career in Denver! Do you like the confidence or will you feel better once a new…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoSean Payton's future in Denver is secure with a new five-year contract | Freshly Grated
The Broncos have a vision and that vision will be led by Sean Payton as he inks a new 5-year contract to remain the Broncos Head Coach. Plus, Bo Nix and Jalen…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoCan Davis Webb take the Broncos offense to the NEXT level? | Freshly Grated
Garett Bolles is heaping praise on Davis Webb, pointing out his (brief) experience playing QB in the NFL can help the Broncos' offense. Is Bolles onto…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoIs the future getting MURKY for Marvin Mims Jr. and the Broncos? | Freshly Grated
Broncos WR Marvin Mims Jr. hired a new agent this week, making many wonder about his future. Heading into the last year of his contract, could Mims be the odd…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWhy are the Broncos being DISRESPECTED by a popular ESPN metric? | Freshly Grated
ESPN's FPI says the Broncos only have a 53.6 percent chance to make the playoffs and the 15th best shot to win the Super Bowl. Why the disrespect after a 14-3…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoBiggest Broncos takeaway as the 2026 campaign begins? | Freshly Grated
The magic and propelled expectations of the 2025 season for the Broncos is officially behind them and now are only memories or experiences to pull from. Is it…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWill the Broncos have a BATTLE to be the backup QB during OTAs and camp? | Freshly Grated
The Broncos put a lot of faith in Jarrett Stidham in the AFC Title Game and he had a brutal day. Will there be a battle this summer between him and Sam…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWhy did the Broncos give Pat Surtain II up to $10 million more THIS season? | Freshly Grated
The Broncos gave star CB Pat Surtain II a raise and now he has a chance to earn even more. Does this continue to show the Walton-Penner Family Ownership Group…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoThe Avalanche make a series of STUNNING moves, what does it all mean? | Freshly Grated
The Avalanche have said goodbye to Chris MacFarland as he joins Nashville, named Joe Sakic the GM for the foreseeable future and reportedly will retain Jared…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWhy the SILENCE from the Avalanche almost a week after the season ended? | Freshly Grated
The Avalanche's season ended nearly a week ago and we still don't know the future of head coach Jared Bednar or GM Chris MacFarland. Why the silence from the…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoHow did Denver end up with ZERO championship parades in 2026? | Freshly Grated
Now that the dust has settled on the Avs collapse, the reality is major Denver sports will have zero parades in 2026. How did this happen after three (or two…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoShould the Broncos ACTUALLY bring back Von Miller? | Freshly Grated
Von Miller really wants to sign back with the Broncos, does it make any sense for Denver? And does Von look a little desperate at this point or just…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoHow did the Avalanche go out with a WHIMPER in a sweep by Vegas? | Freshly Grated
The Avalanche's season is shockingly done after their offense was pathetic in Game 4 against the Golden Knights. How did they go out with such a whimper and…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoHow can the Avalanche SAVE their season and avoid a sweep by Vegas? | Freshly Grated
The Avalanche need an absolute miracle to save their season and that starts by winning Game 4 against the Golden Knights. How can they get it done? And what's…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoHow can the Avalanche WIN Game 2 without Cale Makar? | Freshly Grated
Cale Makar is making progress, but he's still out for Game 2 against Vegas. How can the Avalanche win and avoid a brutal 0-2 series hole minus Makar? Plus…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoHow Did The Avalanche LOSE Game 1 Of The WCF And Fall In An Early Series Hole | Freshly Grated
The Avalanche found themselves down 3-0 to Vegas in Game 1 of the WCF and this time couldn't complete the epic comeback. What went wrong? Why can't Brock…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoHow Will The Avalanche Play WITHOUT Cale Makar In Game 1 Of The WCF | Freshly Grated
Avs star defenseman Cale Makar was on the ice earlier, but won't play in Game 1 of the WCF. How does Colorado handle his absence? And is Jared Bednar making…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoDoes the AVS vs. Knights series hinge on the health of Cale Makar? | Freshly Grated
Despite the confidence of coach Jared Bednar saying that everyone will be available when the Avs drop the puck against the Knights, what can we expect and does…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWas Nikola Jokic ROBBED of another NBA MVP? | Freshly Grated
Nikola Jokic finished a distant second to SGA for NBA MVP, did the voters get it right or was Jokic robbed once again? Plus, the Avalanche have a solid health…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWill the Broncos overcome a GAUNTLET of a schedule to have a successful 2026? | Freshly Grated
The Broncos schedule is out and the first six games and last three are both brutal stretches! How does Denver overcome it? Plus, we know it'll be Avalanche and…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoHow did the Avalanche complete an EPIC OT comeback and eliminate the Wild? | Freshly Grated
The Avs had a win for the ages, erasing a 3-0 deficit and sending the Wild on vacation! How did they pull it off? Is Nathan MacKinnon's goal one of the best…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWhat did we LEARN about the Nuggets future from Josh Kroenke? | Freshly Grated
Nuggets owner Josh Kroenke had a press conference on Friday with some interesting takeaways, what were the biggest ones? And how will this roster look moving…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWhat QUESTIONS do the Nuggets decision-makers need to answer? | Freshly Grated
The Nuggets have announced a Friday presser with Josh Kroenke, Ben Tenzer, Jonathan Wallace and David Adelman. What questions do they need to answer after a…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoHow are the Avalanche OVERWHELMING the Wild right now? | Freshly Grated
The Avalanche have scored 14 goals through two games against the Wild and overwhelmed them with offense. Does Minnesota stand any chance in this series? Plus…
Freshly Grated with Will Petersen and Marcello RomanoWould the Nuggets be WISE or FOOLISH to trade Aaron Gordon? | Freshly Grated
Could it be the end of an era for Aaron Gordon in a Nuggets uniform? Does it make sense for Denver to trade the beloved but oft-injured Gordon? Plus, the…