In a tightly contested matchup in Week 7 of the 2026 season, the Denver Broncos triumphed over the Arizona Cardinals with a final score of 17-7. Both teams were eager to secure a vital win, but it was the Broncos who came away with the crucial victory, solidifying their place in the playoff hunt. Offensively, Bo Nix led the charge for Denver, throwing for 268 yards and guiding his team to victory. RJ Harvey complemented the passing game with a strong performance on the ground, racking up 78 rushing yards, while Jaylen Waddle emerged as the primary target, accumulating 102 receiving yards. J.J. McCarthy managed to find the end zone once for Arizona, but it wasn't enough to keep pace with the Broncos' offensive efforts. Defensively, the Broncos made their mark, with Troy Andersen recording two sacks that disrupted the Cardinals' rhythm throughout the game. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when Andersen's pressure forced a critical mistake, allowing Denver to maintain control of the lead. Although Arizona's Dadrion Taylor-Demerson was a standout with nine tackles, the Broncos' defensive unit ultimately stifled their opponent’s chances to mount a comeback.