October 13th 2024.
The Denver Broncos had a rough start in their recent game against the Chargers. Right from the beginning, their offense struggled to find a rhythm, with their first possession ending in an interception by Bo Nix. It took them a full 12 minutes to even get a first down. The team's performance on third down was also less than stellar, and their only time in Chargers territory resulted in a fumble by Javonte Williams. It wasn't until the fourth quarter that they even made it to the red zone.
Throughout the first three quarters, the Broncos were unable to make any significant plays. And on the rare occasions when they did, it was either negated by a penalty or followed by another mistake. By the time the fourth quarter rolled around, Nix had only completed 4 out of 14 passes for a total of 27 yards, in addition to the interception and a sack. But the offense finally got going and managed to score a touchdown, narrowly avoiding the first home shutout in franchise history.
The defense also had a rough day, earning a C- grade. Things got off to a bad start when Pat Surtain II was injured early on. Losing such a key player can have a major impact on any team, and this was no exception. But even without that setback, the defense struggled. They allowed the Chargers to convert 11 out of 14 third-down attempts and gave up a 20-play drive. It was clear from the beginning that the Chargers would be focusing on their run game, but the Broncos' defense was unable to stop them. They didn't receive much help from the offense, which was struggling as well, but overall it was not a great performance for Vance Joseph's group.
Special teams also received a C grade. There were a few good moments, such as Riley Dixon's well-placed punts that pinned the Chargers inside their own 20-yard line. However, there were also some not-so-good moments, like a punt in the third quarter that only went 43 yards and was then returned for 18 by Derius Davis. Tremon Smith also had a solid kick return, but ultimately these moments were overshadowed by the team's overall poor performance. The special teams unit didn't make any significant contributions to the game, which was a disappointment given the disastrous afternoon for the Broncos.
And lastly, the coaching staff received an F grade for their performance. The Broncos simply cannot afford to start games as slowly as they have been. In three out of six games this season, they have failed to score in the first half. Even in their game against the Las Vegas Raiders, their only touchdown in the first half came from Surtain's interception return. While their opening possession against Tampa Bay was impressive, it has been far too inconsistent throughout the season. The team needs to find a way to start games stronger and rely more on their rookie offensive players, who showed some promise in the second half. Overall, it was a disappointing game for the Broncos and their fans, and it's clear that changes need to be made if they want to improve their performance in the future.
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