Denver
Broncos
3-3
34
FINAL
13
Arizona
Cardinals
5-1
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 8d ago
The Denver Broncos secured a decisive victory over the Arizona Cardinals with a final score of 34-13 in Week 7 of the 2026 season. This matchup was crucial for both teams, as the Broncos aimed to maintain their momentum in the playoff race while the Cardinals sought to turn their season around. Denver's offense was led by quarterback Justin Herbert, who threw for two touchdowns, showcasing his ability to connect with his targets effectively. Running back TreVeyon Henderson contributed significantly on the ground, accumulating 68 rushing yards, while Arizona's Matthew Golden stood out in the receiving game with 114 yards. Despite the Cardinals' efforts, they struggled to keep pace with the Broncos' offensive firepower. Defensively, the Broncos made a significant impact, highlighted by Kool-Aid McKinstry's two interceptions that shifted the momentum in their favor. The game’s turning point came late in the second quarter when McKinstry's second pick set up a touchdown drive that extended Denver's lead to 21-6, effectively putting the game out of reach for Arizona. The Cardinals' defense, led by Quinyon Mitchell with five tackles and Dee Winters' sack, could not contain the relentless Broncos offense, sealing the outcome of this contest.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Michael Penix JrQB452147%2051339.5
Justin HerbertQB391744%1882164.9
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
TreVeyon HendersonHB15684.5251210
Jacory Croskey-MerrittHB15503.3210200
Justin HerbertQB6325.3—080
Tank BigsbyHB5193.8—170
Michael Penix JrQB3175.7—060
Rachaad WhiteHB3103.3—070
Matthew GoldenWR000.0—000
Elijah HigginsTE000.0—000
DJ HermanFB000.0—000
James ConnerFB000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Matthew GoldenWR1011411.4331151
Dalton KincaidTE78111.6170180
Alec PierceWR46416.092201
Christian WatsonWR3258.360130
Jack BechWR12424.060240
Adonai MitchellWR12323.0—0231
Elijah HigginsTE2199.550150
Jordyn TysonWR2168.0—080
DJ HermanFB2126.03090
Rachaad WhiteHB166.05060
James ConnerFB166.05060
Romeo DoubsWR144.02040
Jacory Croskey-MerrittHB111.0—010
Mitchell EvansTE000.0—001
TreVeyon HendersonHB2-2-1.02000
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Cameron DickerK22155
Jake ElliottK22453