Ways the Denver Broncos together with their flexible QB could end that Chiefs' dominance.

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NFL 2025 season: Week six

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We're in the sixth week in the NFL season , after last week's talk about two top teams as possible championship contenders, each lost their perfect starts.

Striking during those contests were the number of penalties both committed. The Eagles did so at crucial times meaning they kind of defeated themselves after leading 17-3 going into the final quarter versus Denver, who play in London this Sunday.

However it proved good to observe how Denver's QB the rookie was able to overcome that deficit before direct three scoring drives in three attempts during the final period, securing the victory 21-17.

Denver boast the top defender in cornerback Pat Surtain II. They rank first in red zone defence, whereas the Eagles lead the league in scoring near the end zone, yet Denver won that contest.

They had effective strategies in terms of disguised blitzes. They weren't necessarily rushing more than four pass rushers but they could plug two LBs in the 'A' gap then withdrawing them and send a slot defender from the outside.

Early on in the campaign, it was noted during a show that the Broncos might emerge as the current year's dark horses. They ended the previous year strongly then did a good job in continuing that momentum.

New TE their tight end has stepped up significantly and recent running back their rusher is a player they believe in. He's currently 5th in the NFL for rushing yards (over 400) and tied-fourth for rushing touchdowns (four).

I love that head coach Sean Payton has "RUN IT!" prominently on his call sheet.

This demonstrates that the Broncos are a team aiming to run first, because you can do a lot based on that approach. It slows down the pass rush and maintains in favourable situations.

It's also benefited quarterback Bo Nix, who entered the NFL as the 12th overall draft pick last year, throwing 29 TDs – second only to a star QB in rookie records (31 back in 2020).

Other elite QBs possess powerful arms to throw all over, however they lack in the same way as Nix. He has exceptional arm talent, which is different, plus he's so athletic.

His assets include his mobility, being able to throw while moving, as well as finding varied release points to deliver throws when he rolls out of the pocket, the bootlegs. He can throw precision throws across the middle or past defenders.

As a rookie QB, at 25, he's got a lot of composure under pressure and is not bothered by extra rushers. He aims to evade being tackled whenever possible and is able throw in tight spots. He has sharp intelligence and remains quick to decide.

When you constantly run the ball it eats up time and forces the defence to be on the field for longer, and if you have an athletic quarterback the defence must cover the area vertically and horizontally. This proves draining.

Nix has pushed back at Payton during games sometimes and I think Payton appreciates that attitude, seeing him as a fierce rival. I think it's fun for the coach to coach a young quarterback that is similar to play-dough. The coach can truly build something up how he desires to build it. I think it's a unique opportunity for the coach.

The head coach has won a championship and now surpassed Bill Parcells for career NFL wins (173, tying for 14th). He's seen everything. In my opinion the success Denver are having offensively is mostly due to his leadership, his schemes, his situational awareness – and the combination with the QB helps shape him into who he is.

You wouldn't want a better guy in your ear, to assist you during difficult moments and boost confidence.

I believe in the Broncos' defense, in the QB's grit and calm. But is the team good enough to face an elite team at full strength? Because that wasn't a Super Bowl performance from Philadelphia in their last game.

Right now, I don't think Denver are incredible. They're performing better than most, which is a solid position to hold the AFC West. All they need is to continue this trajectory.

They excel at embracing their strength, which is the ground game, and that's precisely what they should do versus the New York Jets at Tottenham. It will likely be the JK Dobbins show, in essence.

The Jets have surrendered 140 yards on the ground per game (sixth worst), five ground scores this season (in the bottom ten), and they are the sole squad without a win a game.

Since the NFL started recording takeaways in 1933, this team are the inaugural squad to go without any turnovers in five outings, which is kind of shocking considering that their new coach Aaron Glenn a defensive coach at the Detroit Lions.

Following the upcoming matchup, Denver have a manageable slate up to their break (in week 12) - the New York Giants, Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans and Las Vegas Raiders prior to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Looking at their division, the Chiefs hold a losing record and the Broncos are even with the Chargers at 3-2 meaning they could challenge for the top of the West.

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