Broncos' offense raises concerns despite comeback win over Chargers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 7:08 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
The Denver Broncos improved to 3-2 with a 23-17 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on October 8, 2026. Despite the win, former NFL safety Jordan Poyer expresses skepticism about the team's Super Bowl contention, citing lackluster offensive performance throughout the season. The Broncos managed only 224 total yards and converted one of 12 third-down attempts against the Chargers. With an average of 18.5 points per game, the team's struggles have been consistent, leading to doubts about their ability to rely on the offense moving forward. The next challenge for Denver is to enhance its scoring efficiency and offensive stability to support its defense.
- •Denver Broncos improve to 3-2 after beating Los Angeles Chargers.
- •Broncos have ranked 27th in scoring and total yards this season.
- •Bo Nix's passing stats raise concerns about offensive production.
- •Denver scored 13 points in the fourth quarter against the Chargers.
- •Challenges include poor third-down conversion and inconsistent scoring.
- 7:08 PMYahoo Sports — Why ex-NFL safety believes offense is holding Broncos back from contending for Super Bowl
"Jordan Poyer’s assessment of the Denver Broncos cuts through the optimism surrounding their record: “I just don’t see them being a contender right now.” The offensive numbers explain why that skepticism deserves attention, even after Sunday’s victory over the Chargers. Denver improved to 3-2 with a 23-17 comeback , but the result disguised a […] The post Why ex-NFL safety believes offense is holding Broncos back from contending for Super Bowl appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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