Los Angeles
Chargers
0-16
28
FINAL
31
Denver
Broncos
5-11
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 2d ago
In a thrilling Week 18 showdown, the Denver Broncos narrowly defeated the Los Angeles Chargers by a final score of 31-28, securing their playoff position in dramatic fashion. Both teams entered the game with high stakes, but it was the Broncos who ultimately came out on top, marking a pivotal moment in their season. Bo Nix led the Broncos' offense with an impressive 357 passing yards, showcasing his ability to move the ball effectively down the field. Courtland Sutton was a standout target, racking up 103 receiving yards and proving crucial in key moments. Meanwhile, Justin Herbert threw for two touchdowns for the Chargers, but his efforts weren't enough to clinch the win as Omarion Hampton contributed significantly on the ground with 119 rushing yards. Defensively, the Broncos made their presence felt throughout the game, with Jahdae Barron leading the charge with seven total tackles. Zach Allen added to the pressure with a critical sack, disrupting the Chargers' offensive rhythm at pivotal moments. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when the Broncos' defense held strong, ultimately sealing the victory and allowing them to celebrate a hard-fought win at home.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Bo NixQB433172%35710104.5
Justin HerbertQB342368%22420105.5
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Omarion HamptonHB151197.9621260
Derrick HenryHB141037.4421390
Adam TrautmanTE5387.6200221
Kimani VidalHB4256.3191190
J.K. DobbinsHB8243.0—150
Keaton MitchellHB5214.23050
Bo NixQB3144.7—060
Justin HerbertQB242.0—021
Evan EngramTE000.0—001
Jaylen WaddleWR000.0—000
David NjokuTE000.0—000
Ladd McConkeyWR000.0—000
Oronde GadsdenTE000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Courtland SuttonWR910311.4130280
Quentin JohnstonWR78912.7151250
David NjokuTE9849.3291162
Marvin Mims JrWR48220.5150240
Troy FranklinWR45914.8110280
Evan EngramTE6569.3191140
Adam TrautmanTE6366.0130120
Jaylen WaddleWR22110.590130
Ladd McConkeyWR22010.070160
KeAndre Lambert-SmithWR11212.0—0120
Oronde GadsdenTE2115.55080
Omarion HamptonHB177.03070
Kimani VidalHB111.03010
Alec IngoldFB000.0—001
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Wil LutzK33245
Cameron DickerK0040