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Denver Broncos Struggles in Early Sunday Games Could Be A Problem for Panthers Game

The Denver Broncos are coming off a huge win against their rivals, the Kansas City Chiefs, where they took back the top spot of the AFC West division. As big as the win against KC was, a team that has…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 4:49 AM
Denver Broncos Struggles in Early Sunday Games Could Be A Problem for Panthers Game
Key Things to Know
  • Croix Green argues Denver's historical struggles in early 1:00 p.m. ET games could pose trouble against Carolina.
  • The Broncos recently took first place in the AFC West following a victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.
  • Denver holds a 10-16 record in early Sunday games since 2015, and 4-3 under coach Sean Payton.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Writer Croix Green warns that the Denver Broncos face a potential trap game against the Carolina Panthers due to historical struggles in early Sunday road matchups. Following a key victory over the Kansas City Chiefs that returned Denver to the top of the AFC West, the team must travel east for a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.

Green notes the Broncos hold a 10-16 record in the early Sunday window since 2015, including a 4-3 mark under head coach Sean Payton. While quarterback Bo Nix and the Broncos have improved overall, Green argues that securing an unglamorous road win before their bye week is critical to maintaining divisional positioning.

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