Broncos Edge Raiders Behind Strong Defense for 8-2 Start
The Denver Broncos defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 10-7, relying heavily on their defense despite inconsistent play from the offense and special teams in a penalty-riddled game.
Defensive Dominance Secures Victory
Denver's defense pressured Raiders quarterback Geno Smith relentlessly, sacking him six times. This brought the Broncos' season total to 46 sacks in 10 games, the highest in the NFL since at least 1990.
Coach's Take on Team Performance
"We’ve got to clean up some of the penalties. We’ve got to clean up the execution and that is an ongoing thing that probably never ends," said Coach Sean Payton after the win. "You search for that Shangri-La. Right now, you know, we’re sitting at eight wins. I think we’re the only team sitting there."
Record and Streaks
- The Broncos improved to 8-2, holding the NFL's best record.
- This win marked their seventh straight victory, their longest streak in ten years.
- Denver extended its home winning streak to 10 games.
Quarterback Challenges
Broncos quarterback Bo Nix struggled, passing for only 150 yards with two interceptions and one touchdown. He emphasized the need for more offensive production moving forward.
"At some point, 10 points ain’t going to be enough. … We’ve got to find some juice somewhere," said Nix.
Author’s summary: Despite offensive struggles and penalties, the Broncos' relentless defense has powered them to an 8-2 record and their best start in a decade.