Denver Broncos
Wes Welker - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 9"/ 185 lbs. |
| Birthday | 05/01/1981 |
| Birthplace | Oklahoma City, OK |
| College | Texas Tech |
| Years played | 10 |
Friday's 60-second rant: How dangerous is Denver?
It's difficult to gauge how far the Broncos' have come since early-season losses, but using each week to improve could carry them a long way.
Manning leads Broncos past Raiders
Peyton Manning threw his 30th TD pass of the season on the game's opening drive and the Broncos rolled to a 26-13 win over the Raiders.
Manning completes 5,000th career pass
On Thursday night, Broncos QB Peyton Manning joined Brett Favre as the only quarterbacks in NFL history with 5,000 completions.
AFC West Spin cycle: Denver stays hot, clinches division
It's only Week 13, but the AFC West has been won. The Broncos clinched the division with their win over the Buccaneers.
Manning's three TDs help Broncos win AFC West
Peyton Manning threw three touchdowns to help the Broncos wrap up the AFC West with a 31-23 victory Sunday over the Buccaneers.
Improved work ethic, health gave Broncos RB Moreno a boost
Knowshon Moreno has emerged as the Broncos' lead back, impressing his coaches with his work ethic.
Key matchup: Bucs pass rush vs. Broncos pass protection
In today’s Key matchup, we look into the Bucs’ pass rush ahead of its meeting with Peyton Manning and the Broncos.
Week 13 playoff scenarios
According to the playoff scenarios released by the NFL on Tuesday, five teams can clinch postseason berths in Week 13.
Broncos sign RB Hester
The Broncos signed former Chargers RB Jacob Hester on Monday, the team announced.
AFC West Spin cycle: Chiefs give Broncos a scare
Romeo Crennel's Chiefs gave the Broncos quite the scare, but Denver hung on and is one win away from clinching the division.
Broncos beat Chiefs for sixth straight win
Peyton Manning threw for 285 yards and two touchdowns, and the Broncos rallied to beat the woeful Chiefs 17-9 on Sunday for their sixth straight win.
Crennel has gotten best of Manning in rivalry
Although Peyton Manning has won three straight games against Romeo Crennel-coached teams, Crennel has controlled him well.
Broncos place RB McGahee on I.R. with designation to return
The Broncos placed RB Willis McGahee on injured reserve with a designation to return.
Chiefs name Quinn starting QB
Chiefs head coach Romeo Crennel announced that Brady Quinn will start on Sunday against the Broncos.
Report: Broncos RB McGahee to miss 6-8 weeks
The Broncos will be without RB Willis McGahee for at least the rest of the regular season.
PLAYER NEWS
The Denver Broncos have found a new target for Peyton Manning, agreeing to a two-year deal with Welker. Broncos boss John Elway announced the move through his Twitter account on Wednesday. Said Elway: "Excited to have Wes join the Broncos. His production & toughness will be a great asset!"|||||||
Welker is the premier slot receiver in the league, catching 118 passes for 1,354 yards and six TDs last season. He developed quite a rapport with Tom Brady during his time with the Patriots and the two became good friends.
Welker had eight catches for 117 yards and the Pats' only TD in Sunday's conference title game loss.|||||||
Welker had 16 receptions for 248 yards in two postseason games this season.
Welker caught eight passes for 94 yards and a score in New England's win against Miami on Sunday.|||||||
Welker finished the season with 118 catches - the fifth time in six seasons he's caught at least 111 passes.
Welker had 10 catches for 88 yards and a touchdown in New England's win over Jacksonville on Sunday.|||||||
It was his fourth game with at least 10 catches this season.
Welker had 12 catches for 103 yards and a score in Sunday's win over Miami.|||||||
Welker tied Jerry Rice's NFL record by making at least 10 receptions for the 17th time. He had 12 catches for 103 yards and a score.
