The Denver Broncos pulled off another heart-stopping comeback last week against the Los Angeles Rams, coming back from a 16-point halftime deficit to tie it up 16-16 and then win the game. This was a wild one, especially when you consider the team was a dismal 5-95-1 all-time when trailing by 15 or more at the half. Now, that record stands at 6-95-1. These comeback wins are amazing for fans, but man, they absolutely obliterate our collective blood pressure.
Nix Says “No” to Forcing It, But the First Half Struggle Is Real
Amidst all the talk about these slow starts, the question finally landed on quarterback Bo Nix. When asked if he’s putting extra pressure on himself to get faster starts, Nix was clear: “Not really.” He even added that trying to force things “can lead to a couple plays I did the other day, pressing, and you just make it worse.” His job, he says, is to “just get the ball where it’s supposed to get to, not force anything, take what the defense is giving me.” And honestly, that’s the right mentality. We’ve seen him try to force things before, and the results weren’t great. He can create plays, for sure, but that’s instinctual, not intentional pressing. What the offense really needs is better execution on early downs in the first half. They do it in the second half, no problem, but for some reason, the first half is just a struggle. Gotta clean that up.
Hufanga Stepped Up Big in the Comeback Drama
Let’s not forget the defense in that insane Week 3 comeback against the Rams. Safety Talanoa Hufanga was an absolute beast, earning AFC Defensive Player of the Week honors for his huge role in turning that game around. It takes the whole squad to dig out of a 16-point hole, but Hufanga was clearly a standout. These come-from-behind wins are thrilling, but they’re a testament to the team’s ability to battle, not just their preference for dramatics.
Jaylen Waddle Is Good to Go, And the 49ers Are Next Up
On the injury front, there’s some good news: wideout Jaylen Waddle is “okay” and “there’s nothing wrong,” according to sources. If there’s any player the team would take extra caution with, it’s Waddle, so it’s a relief to hear he’s good. Now, the Broncos need to carry that second-half execution from last week into their next game. This Sunday, they’re heading to Santa Clara to take on the 49ers, hunting for another NFC West upset. Let’s see if they can stack another win and maybe, just maybe, give us a less stressful game from the jump.
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Originally reported by Mile High Report.
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