Denver
Broncos
1-1
42
FINAL
38
Buffalo
Bills
1-1
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 17d ago
In a thrilling Week 9 showdown, the Denver Broncos narrowly defeated the Buffalo Bills with a final score of 42-38, keeping their playoff hopes alive in a tight AFC race. Both teams came into the game vying for crucial momentum, but it was the Broncos who emerged victorious in a spectacular offensive display. Bo Nix led the charge for Denver, throwing for 253 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his playmaking ability and poise under pressure. Meanwhile, Jaylen Waddle provided a reliable target in the passing game with 88 receiving yards, while James Cook III of the Bills put on a remarkable performance of his own, rushing for 204 yards, proving to be a constant threat on the ground. Defensively, the Broncos made key plays that swung momentum in their favor. Tyler Owens recorded two crucial interceptions, stifling the Bills’ attempts to rally late in the game. The turning point came in the fourth quarter when Owens picked off a pass deep in Denver's territory, allowing the Broncos to maintain their lead and ultimately secure the win.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Bo NixQB221464%25331123.6
Josh AllenQB311445%2491444.3
C.J. SaundersWR01—000—
Jaylen WaddleWR01—000—
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
James Cook IIIHB1020420.4133650
RJ HarveyHB131048.0212490
C.J. SaundersWR15353.0—1530
Ray DavisHB5224.481120
Bo NixQB4133.31060
Josh AllenQB177.0—070
Calvin AustinWR000.0—001
Tommy TrembleTE000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Jaylen WaddleWR48822.0351470
James Cook IIIHB67312.2440280
Marvin Mims JrWR67011.7150460
Calvin AustinWR26532.5120560
Troy FranklinWR15959.0371590
Tetairoa McMillanWR25728.5—0400
British BrooksFB14040.0250400
Tommy TrembleTE22010.0160150
C.J. SaundersWR11818.0220180
Courtland SuttonWR11818.010180
RJ HarveyHB11414.0121140
Khalil ShakirWR11010.051100
Ray DavisHB133.09030
Dalton KincaidTE111.0—010
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Jeremy CrawshawP0000
Wil LutzK0160
Tyler BassK11553