That thrilling 14-point fourth quarter wasn’t just a win, it was a season-saver. The Denver Broncos clawed back from a double-digit deficit, shutting down the Jacksonville Jaguars 20-13 on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High. Talk about refusing to go 0-2, right? The offense was stumbling, but when it mattered most, both sides of the ball absolutely dominated late, securing a huge victory for Denver.
Defense Answered the Call, Sparking the Comeback
It looked bleak early in the third quarter after Jacksonville tacked on another field goal, pushing their lead to double digits. But from that moment on, the Broncos offense and defense completely took over. This defense, man, they were fired up! When the offense was just trying to find its footing for two and a half quarters, the D kept them in it. Every time the Jaguars threatened to really step on their throats, the defense stood up and made a play. And none was bigger than Riley Moss in the late third quarter. Jacksonville was crossing midfield, already up by a touchdown, and couldn’t be allowed to add more points. Moss made a great play, finishing with three passes defensed and two tackles, and truly turned the tide. Give that man a game ball!
Unsung Heroes and a Bouncing Back Bo Nix
While Moss was making plays that showed up big on the stat sheet, Zach Allen was putting in work that often goes unnoticed. He wrapped up the game with one tackle and one QB hit, but don’t let those numbers fool you. Allen was a disruptive force all game long, forcing Trevor Lawrence off his spot multiple times. His constant pressure against the run also opened things up for Malcolm Roach to snag two TFLs. Even with being double-teamed for most of the game, Zach Allen had a dramatic, impactful performance. That’s a game ball effort right there!
And then there’s Bo Nix. Talk about showing serious bounce back and resiliency! After a shaky start, we saw the kind of play everyone’s gotten used to from Nix. He was confident, making smart decisions with both his arm and his legs, and his accuracy was on point when it truly counted. The Broncos scored 17 unanswered points, and with over four minutes left, the offense controlled the clock and the downs, making sure Trevor Lawrence never saw the field again. This wasn’t just any win, it was a statement. The Broncos showed incredible grit, avoiding that brutal 0-2 start. With the offense finding its rhythm late and the defense locking down when it mattered most, this team proved they’ve got the fight to turn things around.
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Originally reported by Mile High Report.
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