Published October 15, 2026 09:44 PM
The Broncos have a banged up secondary. It hasn’t mattered.
Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph’s unit forced three punts, recovered a fumble and allowed only a field goal. The Broncos lead 14-3 at halftime.
The Seahawks have 91 yards, including only 40 net passing yards, and are 2-for-6 on third down.
Sam Darnold is 7-of-15 for 52 yards and has been sacked twice. Jaxon Smith-Njigba has only two catches for 11 yards.
Sean Payton, who took over play-calling duties from offensive coordinator Davis Webb a game ago, has called a more balanced game with 17 runs and 15 passes, and the Broncos have 130 yards.
The Broncos had scored only 23 first-half points in their first five games combined.
Bo Nix is 10-of-15 for 78 yards, with running back RJ Harvey catching three for 31.
J.K. Dobbins has 11 carries for 35 yards.
The Seahawks lost tight end Elijah Arroyo, who injured his shoulder while trying to recover Rashid Shaheed’s fumble. He is doubtful to return. The Broncos have ruled out running back Tyler Badie with a left thumb injury.