Ways these Broncos and their malleable QB can end that Chiefs' rule.

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Week six of the 2025 NFL season

Live coverage includes text commentary of the weekend matchups on various channels, starting with Denver Broncos v New York Jets at Tottenham (kicking off at 2 PM BST). Additionally, audio coverage is available on select stations for another key matchup (beginning at 9 PM BST).

We're in the sixth week of the football calendar , after last week's discussion about two top teams being possible championship contenders, each surrendered their unbeaten records.

Striking during those contests was the number of infractions both conceded. The Eagles did so at crucial times so they essentially defeated themselves after leading 17-3 going into the final quarter against the Denver Broncos, set to play in London this weekend.

However it proved positive to see how Denver's QB the rookie was able to have the shortfall and then direct three successful possessions in three attempts during the final period, to win the victory 21-17.

Denver have the defensive player of the year in CB Pat Surtain II. They rank first in red zone defence, whereas Philadelphia are number one in scoring near the end zone, and Denver prevailed in that battle.

They had the Eagles' number in terms of disguised blitzes. They did not necessarily rushing more than four defenders instead they might position two linebackers in the interior before drop them out and dispatch a slot defender off the edge.

Early on of the season, we said during a show that the Broncos could be the current year's dark horses. They ended last season strongly and did a good job in continuing that momentum.

Recently acquired tight end their tight end has excelled big and recent running back JK Dobbins is a player they believe in. He now ranks fifth league-wide for rushing yards (402) and tied-fourth for rushing touchdowns (4).

I love that head coach the Broncos' leader has "RUSH!" prominently of his playcall sheet.

This demonstrates that the Broncos are a squad aiming to prioritize the run, since one can do a lot off the back of that. It reduces down the pass rush and keeps you in positive situations.

It's also benefited QB the young passer, who came into the league as the 12th overall draft pick in the prior draft, passing for 29 TDs – second only to Justin Herbert for the rookie record (31 back in 2020).

Other elite QBs possess powerful arms to throw anywhere, however they don't move in the same way that Nix has. He has exceptional passing ability, a unique trait, plus he's highly agile.

His assets include his movement, being able to throw while moving, as well as finding different arm angles to make throws when he rolls out of the pocket, the bootlegs. He is able to throw precision throws across the middle or past defenders.

As a rookie QB, at 25, he's got a lot of poise in the pocket and isn't bothered by the blitz. He tries to evade being tackled as much as possible and is able throw in tight spots. He has a high football IQ and remains quick to decide.

When you constantly rush it eats up time and forces the opponent to be on the field extended periods, and if you've got an athletic quarterback the defence must cover the area vertically side to side. It can be exhausting.

The quarterback has pushed back with the coach during games sometimes and I think the coach likes that attitude, seeing him as a fierce rival. I think it's fun for the coach to have a rookie QB that is kind of like moldable clay. He can truly build something up the way he wants to build it. I believe it's a unique opportunity for the coach.

Payton has won a championship and has passed a legend in all-time victories (173 - tied 14th overall). He's seen everything. I think the success the Broncos are experiencing offensively is mostly due to his guidance, his play-calling, his situational awareness – and the combination with the QB helps make him into who he is.

You wouldn't want a more qualified person in your ear, to help you during some of the tougher situations and boost self-belief.

I have faith in the Broncos' defense, in Bo Nix's tenacity and composure. Yet is the team good enough to go against an elite team at its best? Since that wasn't a Super Bowl performance by the Eagles in their last game.

Currently, it's unlikely Denver are incredible. They're performing above average, that's a good place to be in their division. The key to do to continue this trajectory.

They're really good at leaning into their forte, which is running the ball, and that's precisely what they should do versus the Jets at Tottenham. It's going to be a Dobbins-focused game, essentially.

New York have surrendered 140 yards on the ground each contest (sixth worst), five rushing touchdowns this season (10th worst), and they are the only team yet to win a game.

Ever since the league began tracking turnovers in 1933, this team are the inaugural squad to go without a single takeaway in five outings, which is surprising when you think that the head coach Aaron Glenn defensive co-ordinator at the Detroit Lions.

After this Sunday's game, Denver have a smooth-ish schedule until their bye (in week 12) - the Giants, the Cowboys, the 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 at 3-2 so they could make a run at leading the division.

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