Denver Broncos Have More Losers Than Winners After Narrow Victory Over Raiders
The Denver Broncos managed a hard-fought and unattractive 10-7 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday night. It was a contest that looked less like a tactical battle and more like a struggle between two teams trying to avoid mistakes.
Throughout the game, Denver left numerous openings for Las Vegas, but the Raiders couldn’t capitalize. Late in the fourth quarter, Daniel Carlson missed a 48-yard field goal, ending their final opportunity to tie the score.
With this victory, the Broncos improved to 8-2 on the season and extended their winning streak to seven games. However, this performance did little to convince critics who still question their legitimacy as real contenders.
Sloppy Football on a Short Week
Several factors contributed to the overall sloppy nature of the matchup — the short preparation time of a Thursday night game, the windy conditions in Denver, and general inconsistency from both sides. The outcome reflected a lackluster display more than an example of disciplined football.
Broncos Defense Makes the Difference
Defensively, Denver pressured Geno Smith relentlessly, finishing with six sacks and multiple quarterback hits. By the end, Smith was visibly limited but remained in the game as the Raiders chose not to switch to Kenny Pickett.
Nik Bonitto stood out with 1.5 sacks and continuous pressure throughout the game. When the Broncos needed key defensive stands, Bonitto delivered.
"With the win, the Broncos improved to 8-2 on the season and have now won seven games in a row."
Author’s Summary
A narrow 10-7 win pushed the Broncos to 8-2, but the sloppy performance left lingering doubts about their potential as true contenders.
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