Lions at Broncos
Denver Broncos 46, Detroit Lions 27 · The 32: 4th & Toxic
Final Score
Lions 27 3 TD · 0 FG · 0 XP
Broncos 46 5 TD · 4 FG · 4 XPBo Nix 300 yds passingRJ Harvey 83 yds rushingJaylen Waddle 161 yds receivingAidan Hutchinson 7 tkl defenseTotal yards 359 · 459Passing yards 277 · 300Rushing yards 82 · 159Completions 19/34 · 22/32Yards per carry 3.2 · 5.1Recap
Franchise Hub Beat · 14d ago
In a decisive Week 15 clash, the Denver Broncos topped the Detroit Lions with a final score of 46-27, solidifying their playoff aspirations as the season edges toward its conclusion. The Broncos showcased their offensive prowess, delivering a statement performance at home.
Quarterback Bo Nix led the charge for Denver, throwing for 300 yards and three touchdowns, demonstrating both precision and power in the passing game. Jaylen Waddle emerged as his favorite target, racking up an impressive 161 receiving yards, while RJ Harvey contributed significantly on the ground with 83 rushing yards, helping to keep the Lions' defense on its heels throughout the contest.
Defensively, the Broncos made key plays that shifted momentum in their favor. Jahdae Barron's interception proved pivotal, stifling a potential scoring drive from Detroit and allowing Denver to maintain control of the game. Despite Aidan Hutchinson's strong performance with 1.5 sacks for the Lions, Denver's defense held firm when it mattered most, allowing the offense to capitalize and secure the victory.
Box Score
| Player | C/A | PCT | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lions | ||||||
| Julian SayinQB | 19/34 | 56% | 277 | 2 | 3 | 65.4 |
| Broncos | ||||||
| Bo NixQB | 22/32 | 69% | 300 | 3 | 0 | 129.6 |
| Player | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lions | |||||||
| Isiah PachecoHB | 2 | 8 | 4.0 | — | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Jameson WilliamsWR | 2 | 5 | 2.5 | — | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Julian SayinQB | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | — | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Broncos | |||||||
| RJ HarveyHB | 16 | 83 | 5.2 | 31 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
| Jonah ColemanHB | 9 | 56 | 6.2 | 17 | 2 | 20 | 0 |
| Bo NixQB | 3 | 12 | 4.0 | — | 0 | 7 | 1 |
| Justin JolyTE | 2 | 1 | 0.5 | — | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Jaylen WaddleWR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | |||||||
| Jahmyr GibbsHB | 19 | 66 | 3.5 | — | 1 | 8 | 0 |
| Adam TrautmanTE | 1 | 7 | 7.0 | — | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Player | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lions | |||||||
| Amon-Ra St. BrownWR | 5 | 117 | 23.4 | 75 | 2 | 69 | 0 |
| Isaac TeSlaaWR | 4 | 59 | 14.8 | 9 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
| Jameson WilliamsWR | 5 | 58 | 11.6 | 16 | 0 | 20 | 1 |
| Jeremiah HasleyTE | 1 | 9 | 9.0 | — | 0 | 9 | 1 |
| Sam LaPortaTE | 1 | 8 | 8.0 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Isiah PachecoHB | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Broncos | |||||||
| Jaylen WaddleWR | 6 | 161 | 26.8 | 73 | 1 | 80 | 0 |
| Courtland SuttonWR | 8 | 98 | 12.3 | 26 | 1 | 23 | 0 |
| Charlie BeckerWR | 2 | 33 | 16.5 | 12 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
| Brock BowersTE | 3 | 9 | 3.0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| RJ HarveyHB | 2 | 1 | 0.5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Jonah ColemanHB | 1 | -2 | -2.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | |||||||
| Mecole HardmanWR | 2 | 25 | 12.5 | 11 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| Jahmyr GibbsHB | 1 | 1 | 1.0 | — | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Adam TrautmanTE | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Player | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lions | |||||
| Aidan HutchinsonLEDG | 7 | 1.5 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Brian BranchSS | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Derrick MooreREDG | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Roger McCrearyCB | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kerby JosephFS | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jack CampbellMIKE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jimmy RolderWILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Alim McNeillDT | 1 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyleik WilliamsDT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Keith Abney IICB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Skyler Gill-HowardDT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Broncos | |||||
| Jahdae BarronCB | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Justin StrnadWILL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nik BonittoREDG | 6 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Xavier McKinneySS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Patrick Surtain IICB | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Zach AllenDT | 4 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jonathon CooperLEDG | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brandon JonesFS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kris Abrams-DraineCB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Red MurdockWILL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rod MooreFS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | |||||
| D.J. ReedCB | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Ennis Rakestraw JrCB | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Malcolm RoachDT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | FG | XP | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broncos | |||
| Wil LutzK | 4/4 | 4 | 55 |
| Jeremy CrawshawP | 0/0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | |||
| Jake BatesK | 0/0 | 3 | 0 |
| Jack FoxP | 0/0 | 0 | 0 |