Ways the Denver Broncos together with their malleable quarterback could end that Chiefs' rule.

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Week six of the 2025 NFL season

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We're in the sixth week in the NFL season and after recent discussion regarding two top teams as possible championship contenders, each lost their unbeaten records.

Notable during those contests were the number of penalties both committed. The Eagles did so in key moments meaning they kind of beat themselves having led 17-3 going into the final quarter against the Denver Broncos, set to play overseas this Sunday.

But it proved positive to observe how Denver quarterback Bo Nix managed to overcome the shortfall before direct three successful possessions on three possessions in the fourth quarter, securing the victory by four points.

The Broncos boast the defensive player of the year in CB Pat Surtain II. They rank number one in red zone defence, while the Eagles lead the league in red zone offence, and Denver prevailed in that battle.

They executed the Eagles' number regarding simulated pressure. They did not necessarily sending more than four pass rushers but they could position two linebackers in the interior then withdrawing them and send a slot defender off the edge.

Early on of the season, we said during a show how the Broncos might emerge as the current year's surprise contenders. They finished last season strongly and excelled of building upon that.

New tight end Evan Engram has stepped up significantly while new RB their rusher is a player the team trusts. He now ranks 5th in the NFL in ground gains (402) as well as tied for fourth in rushing scores (four).

It's impressive that the coach the Broncos' leader has "RUSH!" at the top on his call sheet.

This demonstrates that the Broncos represent a team aiming to run first, since you can achieve much off the back of that. It slows down the pass rush while keeps you in positive situations.

This has helped QB Bo Nix, who entered the NFL as a first-round selection last year, throwing 29 TDs – just behind Justin Herbert for the rookie record (31 in 2020).

Josh Allen and Herbert have the arm strength to throw anywhere, however they don't move the mobility as Nix. He has exceptional passing ability, which is different, and he's so athletic.

His strengths include his mobility, being able to pass on the run, and finding varied release points to deliver the pass when he rolls out of the pocket, the bootlegs. He can throw that layered pass across the middle and over the corner.

As a rookie QB, aged 25, he displays a lot of poise in the pocket and isn't bothered by the blitz. He tries to evade a sack as much as possible and is able throw in tight spots. He has sharp intelligence and is quick to decide.

If you consistently run the ball it eats up the clock and makes the defence to be on the field for longer, and when you have a mobile QB the defence must cover the area downfield and horizontally. This proves exhausting.

The quarterback has bitten back at Payton on the sideline sometimes and it seems the coach appreciates that fire, that he's a fierce rival. I think it's fun for the coach to have a rookie QB who's kind of like play-dough. The coach can truly develop him how he desires to build it. I believe it's a special experience for him.

Payton has won a championship and has surpassed Bill Parcells for career NFL wins (173, tying for 14th). He's seen everything. In my opinion the success the Broncos are having offensively is largely down to his leadership, his play-calling, his game sense – and the combination with the QB helps make him into who he is.

You wouldn't want a better guy in your ear, to help you through difficult moments and build confidence.

I believe in Denver's defence, in the QB's grit and calm. But is the team good enough to face an elite team at its best? Because that was not a Super Bowl performance from Philadelphia last Sunday.

Currently, it's unlikely the Broncos are incredible. They're working above average, which is a solid position to hold their division. All they need to do is maintain this path.

They excel at embracing their strength, which is running the ball, and this is exactly what they must do versus the Jets in London. It will likely be the JK Dobbins show, essentially.

New York have surrendered 140 rushing yards each contest (sixth worst), five rushing touchdowns so far (10th worst), and they're the only team without a win any game.

Since the NFL began tracking turnovers in 1933, this team are the inaugural squad to go without a single takeaway through five games, which is surprising considering that their new coach Aaron Glenn defensive co-ordinator with another team.

Following the upcoming matchup, Denver face a manageable slate up to their break (in week twelve) - the New York Giants, the Cowboys, the Texans plus Las Vegas Raiders prior to the Chiefs.

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

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