The Denver Broncos have achieved their best start to a season in ten years, posting a 9-2 record after 11 weeks. As the team prepares for the final six games of the regular season, attention has turned to three key victories that have defined their campaign so far.
In a game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Head Coach Sean Payton described the matchup as a turning point for Denver. The Broncos entered the fourth quarter trailing by 14 points but managed an 18-0 run to secure a 21-17 win and end Philadelphia’s unbeaten streak. “Head Coach Sean Payton has pointed to this game as a turning point in Denver’s season, as the Broncos surged back in the fourth quarter to shock the defending champions.” Quarterback Bo Nix completed nine of ten passes for 127 yards and one touchdown during that final quarter, leading three consecutive scoring drives while the defense made five straight stops.
Another highlight came during an emotional day when Denver honored Demaryius Thomas and celebrated its Super Bowl 50 team. Facing nearly a 20-point deficit against the New York Giants entering the last quarter, Denver scored 33 points—the most ever by the franchise in any quarter—to win 33-32. “It was difficult to not put this game in the top spot. On the day that the Broncos honored the late Demaryius Thomas and the Super Bowl 50 team, Denver recorded one of the biggest comebacks in franchise history.” Bo Nix became the first NFL player with two passing touchdowns and two rushing touchdowns in a single fourth quarter.
The most significant victory so far came against division rivals Kansas City Chiefs. The Broncos won 22-19, ending Kansas City’s dominance at AFC West’s top spot over nine seasons. “This game didn’t require one of the most significant comebacks in franchise history, but it’s entirely deserving of the top spot because of what it means for the season.” A blocked extra point by Frank Crum and crucial plays from Ja’Quan McMillian and Wil Lutz contributed to securing Denver’s ninth win. According to The Athletic’s playoff simulator, this result increased Denver’s chances of winning their division for the first time since 2015 to 75 percent (https://theathletic.com/).
Denver has now secured three consecutive home wins against Kansas City and three victories out of their last four meetings.
