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Update: The Broncos collapsed in the second half to lose to the Jets and fall to 1-4 on the season.
The Denver Broncos will be looking to stack back-to-back wins after a horrendous start, but will need to take care of the visiting New York Jets first. Both teams are off to a poor start to the season at 1-3 and a win would be vital for each at this point.
One thing to keep an eye on is the report from Adam Schefter that the Broncos are looking to become active sellers ahead of the NFL Trade Deadline on October 31st. We’ll have to see if a win today changes that narrative any or if the fire sale is just getting started in Denver.
Kickoff is set for 2:25 p.m. Mile High time on Sunday, October 8, 2023 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. The game will air on CBS with Andrew Catalon, Tiki Barber, and Matt Ryan announcing. You can also check to see if the game will air in your city here or check your local Broncos radio network affiliate stations.
Broncos vs. Jets game predictions
I suffered from a bout of pessimism when I made my picks this week. The Jets defense looked so good last week against Patrick Mahomes that I felt like they would pull out a close win here against the Broncos this week. Of course, now that gameday has arrived, I’m feeling like maybe Denver is the better team here. The Jets are 1-9 in their last 10 games and that’s certainly a little worse than Denver has been over the same span. So go Broncos!
Broncos vs. Jets in-game updates
The old school D and white painted end zones. Cool look to go with snow-capped helmets #Denver7 #Broncos pic.twitter.com/YMvxJrWCcY
— Troy Renck (@TroyRenck) October 8, 2023
Nathaniel Hackett in the house. #Broncos with Snowcapped helmets and color rush uniforms. Let’s get it on! #NYJvsDEN #BroncosCountry @DenverChannel pic.twitter.com/tq8Yr7u4xu
— Lionel Bienvenu (@lionelbienvenu) October 8, 2023
About that time. pic.twitter.com/7HVlbVoEvo
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) October 8, 2023
Broncos won opening coin toss for all 5 games this year. Deferred all 5. Jets get ball first. #9sports
— Mike Klis (@mikeklis) October 8, 2023
Nik Bonitto nearly decapitates Wilson on sack. That's 3.5 sacks in his last 5 quarters. #Denver7 #Broncos
— Troy Renck (@TroyRenck) October 8, 2023
Oh no.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
Marvin Mims fumbled the punt.
Jets have the ball at Denver’s 10.
.@nyjets recover the fumble!
— NFL (@NFL) October 8, 2023
: #NYJvsDEN on CBS
: Stream on #NFLPlus https://t.co/LxW25sxPWA pic.twitter.com/GZur8KvKEr
And the Broncos turn away the Jets in goal-to-go.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
The Hackett offense settles for a FG after taking over at the Denver 20. As productive as ever
FIRST DOWN.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
Russell Wilson takes off with it and picks up the first with his legs.
And Jaleel McLaughlin breaks through for a big 38-yard run. Maybe he'll get more than seven carries today.
— Chris Tomasson (@christomasson) October 8, 2023
There are two offensive players for the Broncos who put genuine fear into an opposing defense when they have the ball:
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
Jaleel McLaughlin
Marvin Mims Jr.
McLaughlin exploded for 38 yards on the first series.
The kids are gonna be alright.
Jaleel McLaughlin makes a play every week. He’s off to a fast start today. #Broncos osCountry pic.twitter.com/X8cFNI3ljD
— The Draft Network (@TheDraftNetwork) October 8, 2023
This was absurd, @Speedkills2k_
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) October 8, 2023
: CBS pic.twitter.com/gQbZtYDhQT
Safety.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
Two points for the Jets and they’ll get the ball.
Russ called for intentional grounding in the end zone.
The Broncos’ front seven is DESTROYING the Jets’ offensive line.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
.@TheZALLEN44 coming through
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) October 8, 2023
: CBS pic.twitter.com/oak64P61Tm
Russell Wilson is running like Lamar Jackson so far today.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
40 yards on three scrambles in the first quarter. Two of them moved the chains.
QB draw on third down and Russ is stopped.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
Field goal.
Twice now Justin Simmons made touchdown-saving tackles that the Broncos’ defense did not have the last two weeks
— Jon Heath (@ByJonHeath) October 8, 2023
Huge holes for Dalvin Cook and Breece Hall on this drive.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
Broncos getting pushed back at the snap repeatedly on the ground. Familiar territory after the last two games.
Russell Wilson spins out of a sure sack … eventual incompletion. Nevertheless, Wilson looks young and spry. He’s moving as though he’s back in his salad days.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
Four carries for 63 yards for Jaleel McLaughlin.
— Chris Tomasson (@christomasson) October 8, 2023
Jaleel McLaughlin has 86 yards on 6 touches so far.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
A nifty little 14.3 yards per touch so far today.
Speed Kills. @Speedkills2k_ | : CBSpic.twitter.com/BHC7qNJEbs
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) October 8, 2023
On third and long, the Brocnos throw a quick screen to Marvin Mims.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
He isn’t able to score.
Field goal time.
So far, the Broncos have one touchdown in three red-zone trips today.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
The Jets are 0-for-2 in red-zone forays.
Broncos up, 13-8, after Lutz’s second FG of the afternoon.
GOOD NEWS: Broncos have not attempted a punt in the first half.
— Vic Lombardi (@VicLombardi) October 8, 2023
NOT SO GOOD NEWS: They only have 13 points to show for it.
Jets 2 starting tackles both out of the game.
— Brandon Krisztal (@BKDenverSports) October 8, 2023
Vera-Tucker went back to the locker room. Becton limped off the field.@KOAColorado #BroncosCountry
And wouldn't you know it, the Nathaniel Hackett offense is on pace for 16 points after that laughable inability to spike the ball. Love to see it!
— MileHighReport (@MileHighReport) October 8, 2023
The Broncos put up 183 yards in the first half.
— Romi Bean (@Romi_Bean) October 8, 2023
115 came on the ground (including 45 from Russell Wilson)
Oh and Jaleel McLaughlin accounted for 83 of the 183 first half yardage!
#Broncos DL D.J. Jones is questionable to return with a knee injury.
— Parker Gabriel (@ParkerJGabriel) October 8, 2023
Broncos' offense start the second half with a three-and-out.
— Aric DiLalla (@AricDiLalla) October 8, 2023
That opening drive of second halves has been difficult for Denver this season.
Breece Hall touchdown.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
72-yard run and touchdown for Hall. Brutal.
BREECE HALL IS BACK pic.twitter.com/SKEUaXR3X5
— PFF (@PFF) October 8, 2023
“Holding, offense, number 72”
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
Since the #Broncos opening TD drive, Russell Wilson has taken a safety, they've settled for field goals twice after stalling inside the Jets' 5-yard line and now gone three-and-out two straight drives.
— Parker Gabriel (@ParkerJGabriel) October 8, 2023
4.33 seconds of hang time on Riley Dixon’s punt. 28 yards of net after the 15-yard return and subsequent fumble at the end. Jets recover and will start in Denver territory at the Broncos 49-yard line.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
Unfortunately for #Broncos fans, their real defense now on display.
— Chris Tomasson (@christomasson) October 8, 2023
Elijah Garcia with the sack.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
Strong preseason for Garcia, and he gets his first QB takedown of the regular season. Jets settle for another FG on a red-zone drive.
Rush yards allowed by Denver's defense this season:
— Nick Kosmider (@NickKosmider) October 8, 2023
Week 1, Raiders: 61
Week 2, Commanders: 122
Week 3, Dolphins: 350
Week 4, Bears: 171
*Week 5, Jets: 171
Still third quarter.
The Broncos’ offnese started the second half with three-straight three-and-outs.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
The Jets have 171 rushing yards today. Denver has now allowed 692 rushing yards in the last 3 games.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
Per @pfref, that is the second-highest total for a 3-game span in Broncos history (2018, 735 yds. v. KC/NYJ/LAR). It is the most allowed by any NFL team over 3 games since 2019.
BRONCOS BALL
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
The Jets fumble the punt and Broncos recover.
THE #JETS MUFFED A PUNT AND THE #BRONCOS GAVE IT RIGHT BACK
— JPAFootball (@jasrifootball) October 8, 2023
WHAT ARE THE BRONCOS DOING? pic.twitter.com/ZSSsTZtKRx
Second fumble from Marvin Mims. Tough day for him
— Jon Heath (@ByJonHeath) October 8, 2023
Updating Denver's offensive results in the second half:
— Nick Kosmider (@NickKosmider) October 8, 2023
• 3 plays, 4 yards, punt
• 3 plays, -4 yards, punt
• 3 plays, -6 yards, punt
• 2 plays, -10 yards, fumble
The Broncos have allowed 720 rushing yards over the last three games.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
This is one of the 10-worst 3-game rushing stretches for any NFL team in the last 30 years, and the second-worst 3-game stretch in Broncos history.
Vance Joseph vs Nathaniel Hackett
— Sofía Ramírez (@Sofia_RamirezG) October 8, 2023
What could possibly go wrong here?
The Jets and Broncos are just putting on a misery clinic
— trey wingo (@wingoz) October 8, 2023
If you aren’t watching the #Jets play the #Broncos you are missing some of the worst football you will ever see.
— Mike Greenberg (@Espngreeny) October 8, 2023
First-half total offense in #NYJvsDEN:
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
NYJ: 154 yards
DEN: 183 yards
Second-half total offense (as of 12:19, 4Q):
NYJ: 164 yards
DEN: 4 yards
The Broncos have -18 yards in the second half to go along with 0 first downs.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
And after fileting the Broncos on the ground, the Jets get a big play-action pass. Also, Kareem Jackson goes to the sideline; being looked at by team medical personnel. Locke is in at safety.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
I said all week the key matchup would be Hackett v. VJ - which inept play-caller would win out?
— Doctor of Words (and tights) (@docllv) October 8, 2023
The second half has given us our answer.
The Jets offense has accounted for 22 points today.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
This is the second-highest total amassed by an offense for which Nathaniel Hackett called plays in the last two seasons (Denver had 23 points at Las Vegas in Week 4 of last year).
On third and long, R Wilson hits Jeudy for 23. Then roughing the passer on Huff for another 15.
— Mike Klis (@mikeklis) October 8, 2023
Broncos in business at Jets 38.#9sports
Perine with a swing pass, and he follows the blocks ...
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
Broncos have first-and-goal from the NYJ 5.
Darkest before the dawn, etc.
BRONCOS TOUCHDOWN
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
Russell Wilson to Adam Trautman.
Appropriately for a New Jersey-based team, the Jets gain 37 yards on a Wilson pass to Tyler Conklin. Jets ball at the DEN 32.
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
3:33 left.
One timeout remaining.
Crowd on its feet, trying to rally the Denver D.
OMG — Zach Wilson’s pass goes OFF Garrett Wilson’s hands and is picked off by Pat Surtain II
— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) October 8, 2023
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) October 8, 2023
: CBS pic.twitter.com/AG1fHlYpE5
The Jets had rushed for 234 yards today. Up 24-21 and have 3rd and 5 from the 27, NY throws and Pat Surtain picks it off. Broncos ball.
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) October 8, 2023
2:00 left in the game.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
The Broncos need about 30 yards for a field goal to send this in to overtime or 75 yards for a game-winning touchdown.
Russell Wilson with a GREAT pass to Jerry Jeudy to pick up the first down.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) October 8, 2023
What a brutal way to finish the game for the #Broncos
— Pro Football Network (@PFN365) October 8, 2023
WOW!
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