Ways the Broncos and the malleable QB can end that Chiefs' dominance.

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Week six of the 2025 NFL season

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We're in the sixth week in the football calendar , after last week's discussion regarding the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles being possible championship contenders, they both lost their perfect starts.

Striking during those contests was the number of penalties each committed. Philadelphia did so at crucial times meaning they essentially defeated themselves having led by two touchdowns entering the final quarter versus the Denver Broncos, who play in London this Sunday.

But it proved positive to see how Denver quarterback the rookie was able to have the shortfall before direct three successful possessions on three possessions in the fourth quarter, to win the victory 21-17.

The Broncos boast the top defender with cornerback Pat Surtain II. They are first in goal-line defense, while the Eagles are number one in scoring near the end zone, yet the Broncos won that battle.

They executed the Eagles' number in terms of disguised blitzes. They weren't always rushing more than four pass rushers but they could position two linebackers in the interior before drop them out and dispatch a slot defender off the edge.

Early on of the season, we said during a show that Denver might emerge as this season's surprise contenders. They finished last season strongly then did a good job in continuing that momentum.

Recently acquired TE their tight end has stepped up big and new RB JK Dobbins is a player they believe in. He now ranks fifth league-wide for rushing yards (402) as well as tied for fourth for rushing touchdowns (four).

It's impressive how the coach Sean Payton has "RUN IT!" prominently of his playcall sheet.

That shows that Denver are a squad aiming to run first, because you can achieve much off the back of that. It slows down the pass rush while maintains in positive situations.

It's also benefited quarterback Bo Nix, who came into the league as a first-round selection last year, throwing 29 TDs – second only to Justin Herbert in rookie records (31 in 2020).

Josh Allen and Herbert possess the arm strength to throw anywhere, however they don't move the mobility that Nix has. He has incredible arm talent, a unique trait, and he's so athletic.

His assets include his movement, being able to pass while moving, and finding varied release points to make throws when he rolls outside protection, on rollouts. He can throw that layered pass across the middle and past defenders.

As a rookie QB, at 25, he displays a lot of composure under pressure and isn't bothered by the blitz. He aims to avoid a sack whenever possible and can pass under pressure. He has sharp intelligence and is very decisive.

When you constantly rush it consumes time and forces the opponent to stay in play extended periods, and when you have a mobile QB the defence must defend the field vertically and horizontally. It can be exhausting.

Nix has bitten back at Payton during games sometimes and I think Payton appreciates that attitude, that he's such a competitor. I think it's fun for him to coach a young quarterback that is similar to moldable clay. He can really develop him the way he wants to build it. I think it's a special experience for him.

Payton owns a championship and has passed a legend for career NFL wins (173, tying for 14th). He has witnessed it all. In my opinion the achievements the Broncos are having on offence is mostly due to his guidance, his play-calling, his game sense – and the pairing with Nix aids shape him what he is.

You wouldn't want a better guy in your ear, to help you during difficult moments and boost self-belief.

I believe in the Broncos' defense, in the QB's grit and calm. But is the team good enough to face an elite team at its best? Since that was not a Super Bowl performance from Philadelphia last Sunday.

Right now, I don't think Denver are elite. They're performing better than most, which is a good place to be in their division. The key to do is maintain this trajectory.

They're really good at leaning into their forte, which is running the ball, and that's precisely what they must do against the New York Jets in London. It's going to be a Dobbins-focused game, essentially.

The Jets have allowed 140 rushing yards per game (sixth worst), five rushing touchdowns so far (in the bottom ten), and they are the sole squad yet to win a game.

Ever since the league began tracking turnovers in 1933, this team are also the inaugural squad to go without a single takeaway in five outings, this is kind of shocking considering that their new coach Aaron Glenn defensive co-ordinator with another team.

Following the upcoming matchup, Denver have a manageable slate until their bye (in week twelve) - the New York Giants, Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans and Las Vegas Raiders before the Chiefs.

In the AFC West, Kansas City are 2-3 while Denver are even with the Los Angeles Chargers on 3-2 meaning they could challenge at leading the West.

This hinges on which form Kansas City shows up they meet because Denver {beat|def