fans and our SB Nation Reacts surveys are showing it. Late last year, we ran a final poll after Denver lost their remaining four games and confidence had waned to about 25%. However, after hiring a new head coach in Nathaniel Hackett and trading for future Hall of Fame quarterback Russell Wilson, things are looking up.
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96% of Broncos fans surveyed this week are confident the franchise is back on track and heading in the right direction. On the field, this team is looking like a legitimate playoff contender in a strong AFC.