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Denver Broncos road matchup vs. Panthers features heavyweight battle

Denver Broncos Thursday practice report, Alex Singleton named AFC Defensive Player of the Month, news and notes and more.

By Cody Roark · Mile High Sports

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 1:04 AM

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The Broncos face the Panthers in Week 9, highlighted by Patrick Surtain II matching up against Tet McMillan.
Carolina receiver Tet McMillan enters the game averaging 13.5 yards per catch with two 100-yard performances this season.
Patrick Surtain II has allowed just 13 catches on 23 targets in five games played this year.

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The Denver Broncos are preparing for a Week 9 road matchup against the Carolina Panthers, highlighted by an individual showdown between cornerback Patrick Surtain II and wide receiver Tet McMillan. Surtain has allowed only 13 catches across five games this season, while McMillan leads Carolina's fifth-ranked passing offense with an average of 13.5 yards per reception.

In team news, linebacker Alex Singleton earned AFC Defensive Player of the Month honors for October after tallying 68 total tackles and two sacks. Meanwhile, head coach Sean Payton was nominated for the USAA Salute to Service Award, and safety Talanoa Hufanga returned to practice in a limited capacity.

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