In a tightly contested battle, the Denver Broncos narrowly defeated the Miami Dolphins with a final score of 20-14, securing crucial playoff positioning as the season approaches its climax. The stakes were high for both teams, as each sought to bolster their postseason hopes in Week 13 of the 2026 season. Matthew Stafford led the Broncos' offensive charge, throwing for 214 yards and connecting consistently with his top target, Michael Pittman, who amassed 62 receiving yards. On the ground, the Dolphins' Jaylen Warren made his presence felt, leading his team with 56 rushing yards, but it wasn't enough to overcome Denver's balanced attack. Defensively, the game turned in the Broncos' favor as they managed to stifle key plays from the Dolphins. Despite the impressive efforts from Miami's Rashan Gary, who recorded 2.5 sacks, and Quinyon Mitchell, who intercepted a pass, the Broncos' defense held firm. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when Denver's defense forced a critical turnover, sealing the victory and ensuring the Dolphins could not mount a comeback.