How the Broncos together with the 'play-dough' quarterback could end that Chiefs' rule.
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Week six of the 2025 NFL season
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It's week six of the football calendar and following last week's discussion regarding the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles being possible championship contenders, they both surrendered their perfect starts.
Striking in those games was the number of penalties each conceded. Philadelphia committed them in key moments so they kind of beat themselves having led 17-3 entering the final quarter against the Denver Broncos, who play in London this Sunday.
But it was positive to see that Denver quarterback Bo Nix was able to overcome the shortfall and then direct three successful possessions in three attempts during the final period, to win the victory by four points.
Denver boast the top defender in CB Pat Surtain II. They rank number one in goal-line defense, whereas Philadelphia lead the league in scoring near the end zone, and the Broncos prevailed in that contest.
They had effective strategies regarding disguised blitzes. They did not always rushing extra pass rushers instead they might plug two linebackers in the interior then drop them out and send a slot defender from the outside.
Early on of the season, we said on a program that Denver might emerge as this season's surprise contenders. They ended last season strongly and did a good job of building upon that.
Could Denver be this year's dark horses?
New tight end Evan Engram has excelled significantly and recent RB their rusher is a player the team trusts. He's currently 5th league-wide for rushing yards (over 400) as well as tied for fourth for rushing touchdowns (4).
I love how the coach the Broncos' leader displays "RUN IT!" at the top on his call sheet.
That shows that the Broncos are a squad that wants to run first, because one can achieve much based on that approach. It reduces opposing rushes while keeps you in favourable down and distances.
It's also benefited QB Bo Nix, who entered into the league as the 12th overall draft pick in the prior draft, passing for 29 touchdown passes – second only to a star QB for the rookie record (31 back in 2020).
Josh Allen and Herbert have the arm strength to throw anywhere, however they lack in the same way that Nix has. He boasts incredible passing ability, a unique trait, plus he's highly agile.
His assets are his mobility, being able to throw while moving, and finding different arm angles to deliver the pass as he moves out of the pocket, on rollouts. He can deliver that layered pass over the middle or past defenders.
As a rookie QB, at 25, he displays a lot of composure under pressure and isn't bothered by the blitz. He aims to avoid a sack whenever possible and can pass under pressure. He has sharp intelligence and is quick to decide.
If you consistently rush it consumes the clock and forces the opponent to be on the field extended periods, and when you have a mobile QB the defence has to cover the area downfield and horizontally. It can be draining.
Nix has bitten back at Payton on the sideline at times and it seems Payton appreciates that fire, seeing him as a fierce rival. In my view it's exciting for him to have a rookie QB who's similar to moldable clay. The coach can really develop him how he desires to build it. I think it's a special experience for the coach.
The head coach has won a championship and now surpassed a legend in all-time victories (173, tying for 14th). He's seen it all. I think the success Denver are having on offence is largely down to his leadership, his schemes, his situational awareness – and the pairing with Nix helps make him what he is.
There's no better a more qualified person in your ear, to assist you during difficult moments and build confidence.
I have faith in Denver's defence, in Bo Nix's tenacity and composure. Yet is the team strong enough to face an elite team at its best? Since that wasn't a Super Bowl performance from Philadelphia in their last game.
Currently, it's unlikely Denver are incredible. They're working better than most, that's a solid position to hold their division. The key to do to continue this trajectory.
They're really good at embracing their strength, which is the ground game, and this is exactly what they must do versus the New York Jets in London. It's going to be a Dobbins-focused game, in essence.
New York have surrendered 140 yards on the ground per game (sixth worst), five ground scores so far (in the bottom ten), and they're the sole squad yet to win any game.
Ever since the league began tracking takeaways in 1933, this team are the first team to be without a single takeaway in five outings, this is surprising considering that the head coach was previously a defensive coach with another team.
The Chiefs' QB stated the Chiefs have 'already lost too many games' following a recent loss to Jacksonville.
After the upcoming matchup, the Broncos have a manageable slate up to their bye (in week 12) - the New York Giants, the Cowboys, Houston Texans plus Las Vegas Raiders prior to the Kansas City Chiefs.
In the AFC West, Kansas City hold a losing record and the Broncos are even with the Chargers on 3-2 so they could challenge for the top of the West.
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