Broncos edge Raiders 10-7 in a hard-fought defensive battle!

Denver defended home turf in a gritty 10-7 win over Las Vegas, extending their winning streak to seven games and improving to 8-2 on the season. The Broncos’ defense came up big — recording six sacks, blocking a punt, and holding the Raiders to just 188 total yards. 

Offensively it was a struggle for both sides. Broncos QB Bo Nix finished 16 of 28 for 150 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions.  The Raiders’ Geno Smith managed 143 passing yards and dealt with a quad injury late in the game. 

Key moments that turned the game:
   •   A blocked punt by Broncos’ special teams that set up the go-ahead 32-yard field goal by Wil Lutz in the 3rd quarter. 
   •   The Raiders couldn’t convert when it counted — a missed 48-yard field goal in the final minutes ultimately sealed their fate. 

What this means:
With this win, Denver shows it can grind one out even when the offense isn’t firing on all cylinders. Their defense and special teams stepped up when needed. For the Raiders, the missed opportunities and continued offensive struggles highlight a team still searching for rhythm. 

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