Broncos at Lions
Denver Broncos 36, Detroit Lions 18 · NATIONAL MADDEN LEAGUE 🏆
Final Score
Broncos 36 5 TD · 0 FG · 0 XP
Lions 18 2 TD · 1 FG · 1 XPQuan Cohen 221 yds passingBo Nix 139 yds rushingAdam Trautman 68 yds receivingPatrick Surtain II 1 tkl defenseTotal yards 367 · 252Passing yards 171 · 215Rushing yards 196 · 37Completions 15/16 · 10/20Yards per carry 32.7 · 5.3Recap
Franchise Hub Beat · 14d ago
In a decisive Week 15 matchup, the Denver Broncos topped the Detroit Lions with a final score of 36-18, solidifying their playoff positioning as the season draws to a close. The victory not only showcased Denver's offensive prowess but also highlighted their defensive capabilities against a struggling Lions team.
Bo Nix was the standout performer for the Broncos, throwing for two touchdowns and rushing for an impressive 139 yards, effectively leading his team on both the ground and through the air. Adam Trautman contributed significantly in the receiving game, racking up 68 yards, while the balanced offensive attack kept the Lions' defense on its heels throughout the contest.
Defensively, the Broncos were dominant, with Patrick Surtain II making a significant impact by snagging two interceptions to halt Lions' drives. Alex Singleton added to the pressure with a sack, and while Brian Branch led the Lions' defense with three tackles, it was Denver's defensive plays that turned the tide of the game. The Broncos' ability to capitalize on turnovers and maintain control in critical moments ultimately sealed their victory.
Box Score
| Player | C/A | PCT | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broncos | ||||||
| Bo NixQB | 13/16 | 81% | 160 | 2 | 1 | 121.8 |
| Jaylen WaddleWR | 2/0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Lions | ||||||
| Quan CohenQB | 10/20 | 50% | 221 | 1 | 4 | 66.8 |
| Player | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broncos | |||||||
| Bo NixQB | 2 | 139 | 69.5 | — | 2 | 87 | 0 |
| Jaylen WaddleWR | 3 | 52 | 17.3 | 3 | 1 | 47 | 0 |
| Isiah PachecoHB | 1 | 5 | 5.0 | — | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Adam TrautmanTE | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lions | |||||||
| Jahmyr GibbsHB | 6 | 27 | 4.5 | 11 | 1 | 12 | 0 |
| Quan CohenQB | 1 | 10 | 10.0 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Jeff CaldwellWR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broncos | |||||||
| Adam TrautmanTE | 3 | 68 | 22.7 | 43 | 1 | 51 | 0 |
| Jalen TolbertWR | 2 | 45 | 22.5 | 1 | 0 | 35 | 0 |
| Jaylen WaddleWR | 6 | 42 | 7.0 | 65 | 1 | 23 | 0 |
| RJ HarveyHB | 2 | 9 | 4.5 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Courtland SuttonWR | 1 | 7 | 7.0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Lions | |||||||
| Jahmyr GibbsHB | 2 | 64 | 32.0 | 18 | 1 | 57 | 0 |
| Sam LaPortaTE | 2 | 47 | 23.5 | — | 0 | 34 | 0 |
| Jeff CaldwellWR | 2 | 44 | 22.0 | 3 | 0 | 26 | 0 |
| Amon-Ra St. BrownWR | 2 | 34 | 17.0 | 8 | 0 | 26 | 0 |
| Isaac TeSlaaWR | 2 | 32 | 16.0 | 9 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| Player | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broncos | |||||
| Patrick Surtain IICB | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Justin StrnadWILL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Terrell JudgeFS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Alex SingletonMIKE | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Talanoa HufangaSS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nik BonittoREDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Alohi GilmanFS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| JuJu BrentsCB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kris Abrams-DraineCB | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Travis HunterCB | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Lions | |||||
| Greg Newsome IICB | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Brian BranchSS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jimmy RolderWILL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| L'Jarius SneedCB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jack CampbellMIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aidan HutchinsonLEDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | FG | XP | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broncos | |||
| Cam LittleK | 0/0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lions | |||
| Jack FoxP | 0/0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jake BatesK | 1/1 | 1 | 35 |