Broncos edge Seahawks 17-14 in overtime amid quarterback struggles
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Last updated Oct 16, 2026
The Denver Broncos defeated the Seattle Seahawks 17-14 in overtime on October 15. The game featured a strong defensive display from both teams, with the Broncos overcoming their offensive difficulties, gaining only 168 total yards. Sam Darnold threw two interceptions for Seattle, despite 278 passing yards, while Bo Nix managed just 107 yards without a touchdown. After a fourth-quarter rally by Seattle, including a game-tying field goal, Denver's Ja'Quan McMillian intercepted Darnold in overtime, leading to the winning field goal by Wil Lutz. Denver's upcoming game is against the Arizona Cardinals on October 25, while Seattle hosts the Kansas City Chiefs the same day.
- •Denver scores a touchdown in each half, leading 14-3 at halftime.
- •Seattle ties the game in the fourth quarter with a field goal.
- •Darnold's two interceptions contribute to Seattle's loss.
- •Broncos' defense plays a key role in the overtime victory.
- •Next games: Denver vs. Arizona, Seattle vs. Kansas City on October 25.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s Almost Disrespectful to the QB Position,’ ‘I Can Only Imagine How Sean Payton Feels’ — Ex-NFL QB Torches Bo Nix After ‘Frustrating’ TNF Showing
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — ‘One of the worst QB matchups ever’: Fans rip Bo Nix after Broncos’ 17-14 OT win over Seahawks
"NFL fans have ripped into Bo Nix and Sam Darnold after the Denver Broncos edged the Seattle Seahawks 17-14 in overtime in a game dominated by defensive plays and quarterback struggles. Denver improved to 4-2 despite producing just 168 yards of total offence while Seattle dropped to 3-3 after Darnold threw two interceptions.
"Denver quarterback Bo Nix led the Broncos to a gritty 17-14 Week 6 win over the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night to improve to 4-2 for the season. Despite his team’s win, Nix struggled once again, completing 17 of his 27 passes for 107 yards, no touchdowns, and no interceptions, while rushing four times for two yards.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 16, 2026, 8:30 AM‘It’s Almost Disrespectful to the QB Position,’ ‘I Can Only Imagine How Sean Payton Feels’ — Ex-NFL QB Torches Bo Nix After ‘Frustrating’ TNF Showing
Denver quarterback Bo Nix led the Broncos to a gritty 17-14 Week 6 win over the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night to improve to 4-2 for the season. Despite his team’s win, Nix struggled once again, completing 17 of his 27 passes for 107 yards, no touchdowns, and no interceptions, while rushing four times for two yards.
- Yahoo SportsOct 16, 2026, 7:00 AM‘One of the worst QB matchups ever’: Fans rip Bo Nix after Broncos’ 17-14 OT win over Seahawks
NFL fans have ripped into Bo Nix and Sam Darnold after the Denver Broncos edged the Seattle Seahawks 17-14 in overtime in a game dominated by defensive plays and quarterback struggles. Denver improved to 4-2 despite producing just 168 yards of total offence while Seattle dropped to 3-3 after Darnold threw two interceptions.
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