What happened: Josh Allen revealed he received draft-morning communication indicating the Denver Broncos intended to select him. Allen detailed the pre-draft message and his recurring exchanges with former general manager John Elway on the Matchup podcast.

Why it matters: Denver bypassed quarterback options in that draft cycle, altering the roster trajectory of both franchises over the following years. The Broncos currently hold the AFC's second seed at 6-2 following a 28-24 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.

What to watch: Denver carries its four-game winning streak into Week 10 action as AFC playoff positioning tightens.