When the Denver Broncos host the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday afternoon, they will be chasing their first winning season since 2016. But that isn't enough.
As winners of three straight games and eight of its last 11, Denver (8-5) currently is the No. 7 seed in the race for the AFC playoffs. The Broncos hold a two-game lead over the Miami Dolphins (6-7) and Colts (6-7).
"I don't know one person (in the building) that's thinking about just having a winning season," Denver coach Sean Payton said. "I think our aspirations are a little higher right now.