Broncos secure 23-17 victory over Chargers in Week 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 11:19 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
The Denver Broncos held off the Los Angeles Chargers for a 23-17 win at SoFi Stadium on October 11, 2026. The Broncos scored first with a J.K. Dobbins touchdown but faced a challenge as the Chargers tied the game twice. Key turnovers allowed Denver to regain momentum, leading to a late field goal from Wil Lutz to secure the win. Broncos safety Talanoa Hufanga suffered an ankle injury during the game, being ruled out for the fourth quarter. Next, the Broncos will host the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football.
- •Broncos lead 10-3 at halftime after a 34-yard field goal.
- •Chargers tied the game with a touchdown pass in the third quarter.
- •Key turnovers late in the game helped secure the Broncos' victory.
- •Lutz kicked a critical 19-yard field goal to give Denver the lead.
- •Denver will play the Seahawks next on a short week.
- 11:19 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos hang on for ugly 23-17 win over Chargers
"The Broncos hung on for an ugly 23-17 win over the Chargers on Sunday afternoon.
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