Broncos Edge Raiders Behind Strong Defense for 8-2 Start
Denver Broncos' defense sacked Geno Smith six times, compensating for inconsistent offense and special teams in a 10-7 victory marked by numerous penalty flags on both sides.
Coach Sean Payton 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 narrow win over the struggling Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday night.
“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.”
Team Record and Defensive Highlights
With an 8-2 record, the Broncos hold the NFL’s best mark, despite not appearing dominant on a windy night in the Rocky Mountains. The defense stood out by sacking Geno Smith six times, bringing Denver’s season total to 46 sacks through 10 games—more than any team has recorded in that span since at least 1990.
This defensive effort helped Denver secure its seventh consecutive win, the longest streak in a decade, while extending their home winning streak to 10 games.
Quarterback Bo Nix Reflects on the Game
“Yeah, we’ve got to do better. At some point, 10 points ain’t going to be enough. … We’ve got to find some juice somewhere.”
Bo Nix completed 150 passing yards with two interceptions and one touchdown pass during the game.
Author's summary: The Broncos rely on a relentless defense and steady perseverance to lead the NFL with an 8-2 record, despite offensive struggles and ongoing penalty issues.