Top Twenty Tweets About How the Broncos Suck Even Though They're 2-0

Talk about high expectations. The Broncos won yesterday's game against the Chiefs to go 2-0 in the young NFL season, yet the way they did it -- eking out a last-minute 24-17 victory after nearly giving up a big lead, just like in last week's season opener against the Colts...

By Michael Roberts

September 15, 2014

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Talk about high expectations. The Broncos won yesterday's game against the Chiefs to go 2-0 in the young NFL season, yet the way they did it -- eking out a last-minute 24-17 victory after nearly giving up a big lead, just like in last week's season opener against the Colts -- inspired Broncos lovers and haters alike to express their frustration on Twitter. Too critical too soon? Decide after counting down the following twenty photo-illustrated tweets, complete with a bonus Vine.

Number 20:

broncos looked so shitty
— Chicken boy (@IamWingsNThings) September 14, 2014

Number 19:

I know the Chiefs lost but people expected that. But nobody expected the Broncos to suck that bad!
— Parker Joens (@joens52) September 14, 2014

Number 18:

Did not get a chance to watch Broncos game but unimpressive seems to be word of choice. Can't pull that shit in Seattle.
— Arpan (@rum0r1) September 15, 2014

Number 17:

Broncos are good but they need to finish out games strong! No more win by a touchdown bull crap
— Mack-a Lock-a (@JeffreyJr2005) September 15, 2014

Continue to keep counting down the top twenty tweets about how the Broncos suck even though they're 2-0. Number 16:

@Broncos Defense is a joke
— Scott Enzminger (@scooter82) September 15, 2014

Number 15:

Broncos... Where are the blow out games?
— Bear .. (@Lauren_Bear2k16) September 14, 2014

Number 14:

What a shitty game. #Broncos
— sara (@sarolei) September 14, 2014

Number 13:

This game was bad for the Broncos no matter what happens. Chiefs will think they can compete, San Diego knows they can. Raiders still suck
— Eatin' Greedy (@Bronco_Mike251) September 14, 2014

Continue to keep counting down the top twenty tweets about how the Broncos suck even though they're 2-0. Number 12:

Man...broncos fans still talk shit and we almost came back to win with 4 pro bowlers out and 2 other starters out but oh well #ChiefsKingdom
— Zac Dickerson (@Zac32Dickerson) September 15, 2014

Number 11:

Broncos played like complete crap on both sides of the ball. Way below expectations. Alex Smith was okay. Shot ourselves in foot. Few times.
— Blair (@UhhMrBlair) September 14, 2014

Number 10:

Broncos will do well in the regular season then blow it in the playoffs...AGAIN.
— Russell Brewer (@FernandoMania81) September 14, 2014

Number 9:

Broncos D is so shitty. And they expect to win a Superbowl #SMDH
— Matt Peters (@SirSmokesLot710) September 14, 2014

Continue to keep counting down the top twenty tweets about how the Broncos suck even though they're 2-0. Number 8:

@Broncos the 3rd down defense was a joke. 4th down on the other hand...#hawt
— David Nine (@TheNumberNine) September 14, 2014

Number 7:

Well chiefs suck.. But the broncos are definitely not the team I thought they were.. Not even close to the best.
— Kameron Gray (@kam_gray10) September 14, 2014

Number 6:

Just got home from work, catching the tail end of the game. Can't believe it wasn't a blow out! Finish em Broncos!!
— Sarah Elise (@SarahEDon) September 14, 2014

Number 5:

@Broncos @KCChiefs The only thing worse than the Denver offense is its defense. Suck much? You're at home! Against the CHIEFS!!! Jesus!!!
— Life Is A Hillary (@LifeIsAHillary) September 14, 2014

Continue to keep counting down the top twenty tweets about how the Broncos suck even though they're 2-0. Number 4:

I love watching the @Broncos blow a half-time lead by letting every 3 and anything convert to a first down. Good job, guys. Really helping.
— Robert Riddle (@RobertRiddle14) September 14, 2014

Number 3:

Holy crap close game. Scarey. Broncos defense too many penalties. I still love those Broncos:)
; Lucy Coley (@ColeyLucy) September 14, 2014

Number 2:

I so don't want the Broncos to play next week! Might go see a movie during that time!! too much!! too sad about the Super Bowl!
— Amy Carolyn M. (@amyholly4) September 15, 2014

Number 1:

@Lovejojorivera yea the broncos game was very disappointing because even though they got the win they played like shit
; Aaron Matthew (@Redneck5781) September 15, 2014game and remember they could be the raiders https://t.co/MOdnKB79e7
— Pay Sisneros (@PaySisneros) September 15, 2014

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword's news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor's degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master's degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

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