How the Denver Broncos together with their 'play-dough' QB can stop that Kansas City Chiefs' dominance.

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Week six of the 2025 NFL season

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We're in the sixth week of the football calendar and after recent discussion about the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles as possible championship contenders, they both lost their perfect starts.

Striking in those games were the number of infractions each conceded. The Eagles committed them at crucial times so they essentially beat themselves after leading by two touchdowns entering the final quarter against Denver, set to play overseas this Sunday.

But it was positive to observe that Denver's QB Bo Nix was able to have the shortfall and then direct three successful possessions in three attempts during the final period, securing the victory by four points.

Denver boast the top defender in CB their star corner. They rank number one in goal-line defense, whereas the Eagles lead the league in red zone offence, and Denver prevailed in that contest.

They had the Eagles' number regarding simulated pressure. They weren't always rushing more than four pass rushers but they might position two LBs in the interior then withdrawing them and send a slot defender from the outside.

At the start of the season, it was noted during a show how the Broncos might emerge as this season's surprise contenders. They finished last season strongly then did a good job of building upon that.

Recently acquired tight end Evan Engram has stepped up significantly while recent running back their rusher is a guy they believe in. He's currently fifth league-wide for rushing yards (402) and tied-fourth in rushing scores (four).

It's impressive how head coach the Broncos' leader displays "RUSH!" prominently on his call sheet.

This demonstrates that the Broncos are a squad that wants to run first, because you can do a lot based on that approach. It reduces down the pass rush while keeps you in positive situations.

It's also benefited quarterback the young passer, who came the NFL as the 12th overall draft pick last year, passing for 29 TDs – just behind Justin Herbert for the rookie record (31 in 2020).

Josh Allen and Herbert have the arm strength to throw anywhere, but they lack in the same way as Nix. He boasts exceptional passing ability, a unique trait, plus he's so athletic.

His assets are his movement, being able to pass on the run, as well as using different arm angles to deliver the pass when he rolls out of the pocket, the bootlegs. He is able to deliver precision throws across the middle or past defenders.

For a young quarterback, aged 25, he's got a lot of poise in the pocket and isn't bothered by extra rushers. He tries to evade a sack as much as possible and is able pass in tight spots. He has a high football IQ and is very decisive.

If you consistently rush it consumes the clock and makes the opponent to be on the field extended periods, and when you have a mobile QB the defence has to defend the field downfield side to side. This proves exhausting.

The quarterback has pushed back with the coach on the sideline at times and it seems Payton likes that fire, seeing him as a fierce rival. In my view it's exciting for the coach to have a rookie QB that is kind of like moldable clay. He can really develop him the way he desires to shape him. I believe it's a unique opportunity for the coach.

Payton owns a championship and has passed Bill Parcells for career NFL wins (173 - tied 14th overall). He has witnessed everything. I think the success the Broncos are having offensively is largely due to his guidance, his schemes, his game sense – and the combination with the QB helps shape him into who he is.

You wouldn't want a more qualified person guiding you, to assist you during difficult moments and build confidence.

I have faith in Denver's defence, in the QB's grit and calm. Yet are they good enough to face an elite team at full strength? Because that was not a Super Bowl performance by the Eagles in their last game.

Right now, it's unlikely the Broncos are elite. They're performing better than most, which is a good place to be in their division. All they need is is maintain this path.

They're really good at leaning into their forte, that is the ground game, and that's exactly what they must do against the Jets in London. It will likely be the JK Dobbins show, essentially.

The Jets have allowed 140 rushing yards each contest (sixth worst), five rushing touchdowns this season (in the bottom ten), and they're the sole squad yet to win any game.

Since the NFL started recording takeaways in 1933, this team are the inaugural squad to go without any turnovers in five outings, this is surprising considering that the head coach was previously defensive co-ordinator at the Detroit Lions.

After this Sunday's game, the Broncos have a smooth-ish schedule until their bye (in week twelve) - the New York Giants, the Cowboys, the Texans plus the Raiders prior to the Chiefs.

In their division, Kansas City hold a losing record while Denver are tied with the Los Angeles Chargers at 3-2 meaning they could make a run for the top of the division.

This hinges on which form of the Chiefs they face since Denver {beat|def