Raiders at Broncos

Franchise Hub Beat · 31d ago

The Las Vegas Raiders narrowly defeated the Denver Broncos, 36-31, in a thrilling Week 11 matchup of the 2026 season. With playoff implications on the line, both teams fought fiercely, but the Raiders managed to hold off a late surge from the Broncos to secure the victory.

Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza was exceptional, throwing for 353 yards and leading the offense effectively throughout the game. On the other side, Broncos quarterback Bo Nix had a standout performance as well, tossing four touchdown passes, but it wasn't enough to clinch the win. Additionally, Ashton Jeanty provided a solid ground game for the Raiders, contributing 59 rushing yards, while Jaylen Waddle racked up an impressive 205 receiving yards for Denver.

Defensively, the Raiders made critical plays that ultimately swung the game in their favor. Jared Verse was a force on the defensive line, recording three sacks, while Quinyon Mitchell's two interceptions proved pivotal in stifling Denver's momentum. The turning point came in the fourth quarter when Mitchell picked off Nix, setting up a crucial scoring drive that allowed the Raiders to maintain their lead and secure the win.