Broncos edge Panthers 26-21 in Week 9 matchup

The Denver Broncos secured a narrow 26-21 victory over the Carolina Panthers in Week 9 of the NFL on November 8, 2026. The Panthers struggled with 13 penalties for 119 yards and two critical turnovers, including one that came on a first-and-goal from the 1-yard line. Quarterback Bo Nix threw for 237 yards and two touchdowns, leading the Broncos to score 13 unanswered points in the fourth quarter after trailing by one. With 1:49 left in the game, the Panthers had a chance to tie but were thwarted by a strip-sack by the Broncos defense. The Panthers (3-5) will face the New Orleans Saints next week.

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