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Broncos face Jaguars after defensive struggles in season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 4:13 AM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Broncos face Jaguars after defensive struggles in season opener

Summary

The Denver Broncos will host the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 2 of the NFL season following a disappointing 31-10 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. The Broncos' defense failed to contain the Chiefs’ rushing attack, allowing 220 yards, while their own offense struggled with only 176 total yards. The Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence comes off a strong performance, completing 18 of 23 passes for 245 yards and four touchdowns against the Cleveland Browns. Denver's defense must address its vulnerabilities as they prepare to face a versatile Jaguars offense that effectively balances running and passing attacks.

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Status Watch

•Broncos lost 31-10 to Chiefs in season opener.
•Denver allowed 220 rushing yards and managed only 176 yards of offense.
•Trevor Lawrence threw four touchdowns for the Jaguars in Week 1.
•Jaguars' offense poses multiple threats with various receiving options.
•Broncos aim to rectify defensive lapses before facing Jacksonville.

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4:13 AMYahoo Sports — Broncos defense's struggles have no end in sight with Jaguars coming to town

What they're saying

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The Denver Broncos’ season opener exposed a defensive problem that could follow them straight into Week 2. The 31-10 Monday night defeat to the Kansas City Chiefs was supposed to be an opportunity for this defense to prove itself. Instead, it became a showcase for everything Denver cannot afford to repeat. Now comes Trevor Lawrence and a […] The post Broncos defense's struggles have no end in sight with Jaguars coming to town appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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