Denver
Broncos
8-5
46
FINAL
19
Las Vegas
Raiders
5-8
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 35d ago
In a decisive Week 15 matchup, the Denver Broncos topped the Las Vegas Raiders 46-19, solidifying their playoff positioning as the season approaches its climax. With both teams in the hunt for postseason glory, the Broncos delivered a commanding performance that left little doubt about their dominance. Quarterback Bo Nix was the star of the night for Denver, throwing for four touchdowns and leading a potent offense that found its rhythm early. Meanwhile, Jaylen Waddle was a standout target, racking up 173 receiving yards, while the Raiders' Fernando Mendoza put up solid numbers with 302 passing yards, albeit in a losing effort. Ashton Jeanty contributed on the ground for Las Vegas with 90 rushing yards, but it wasn't enough to keep pace with the Broncos' explosive attack. Defensively, the Broncos were relentless, with Zach Allen leading the way with eight total tackles and Pat Surtain II snagging an interception that shifted momentum in Denver's favor. The game’s turning point came in the second quarter when Nix threw back-to-back touchdown passes, extending the Broncos' lead and forcing the Raiders to play catch-up for the remainder of the contest. With their defense stepping up at critical moments, Denver's performance showcased their readiness for the challenges ahead.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Fernando MendozaQB412971%3021189.6
Bo NixQB302170%28840139.9
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Ashton JeantyHB16905.6361240
J.K. DobbinsHB9778.6520270
RJ HarveyHB4205.070120
Bo NixQB2105.0—050
Fernando MendozaQB294.5—071
Dylan LaubeHB155.0—050
Tre TuckerWR155.0—050
Adam TrautmanTE111.0—110
Brock BowersTE000.0—000
Jalen NailorWR000.0—000
Ian ThomasTE000.0—001
Jaylen WaddleWR000.0—000
Devin SingletaryHB6-1-0.2—050
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Jaylen WaddleWR617328.81232690
Tre TuckerWR88510.6121231
Brock BowersTE67212.0290250
Jalen NailorWR56412.8180181
Evan EngramTE5489.6120180
Jack BechWR33712.330180
Troy FranklinWR4379.3100120
J.K. DobbinsHB4235.816190
Ian ThomasTE2189.012090
Ashton JeantyHB2105.040120
Dont'e Thornton JrWR188.05080
Adam TrautmanTE273.56160
Dylan LaubeHB144.0—040
Devin SingletaryHB144.0—040
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
A.J. ColeP0000
Matt GayK22156
Jeremy CrawshawP0000
Wil LutzK11524