Broncos enter bye week as AFC's No. 2 playoff seed

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Last updated Nov 10, 2026

Broncos enter bye week as AFC's No. 2 playoff seed
Summary

The Denver Broncos secured a 26-21 victory over the Carolina Panthers, improving their record to 7-2. They currently hold the No. 2 seed in the AFC playoff race, placing them above the Kansas City Chiefs (6-2) and behind the Buffalo Bills (7-1). As they approach their bye week, the Broncos remain atop the AFC West. After the bye, they will host the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 11, followed by a road matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 12.

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  • •Broncos beat Panthers 26-21 to improve to 7-2.
  • •Denver is the No. 2 seed in the AFC playoff picture.
  • •Broncos lead the AFC West over the Chiefs, Raiders, and Chargers.
  • •Next, they will host the Raiders after their bye week.
  • •Broncos will face the Bills and Patriots in December.
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  • 11:04 AMYahoo Sports — NFL playoff picture: Broncos are AFC's No. 2 seed going into bye
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The Broncos are the AFC's No. 2 playoff seed going into their bye week.

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