NFL Roundup: Broncos Edge Struggling Jets in Low-Scoring Battle
In a low-scoring contest this weekend, the Denver Broncos managed to secure a close victory over the struggling New York Jets. Quarterback Bo Nix threw an early touchdown pass and kicker Wil Lutz kicked the game-winning decisive three-pointer to secure the hard-fought win.
Defensive Performance Wins Contest
Despite registering nine sacks against Jets quarterback Justin Fields, the Broncos were behind 11-10 following conceding a safety in the third quarter. Remarkably, the Jets managed a mere 82 offensive yards during the entire game.
Nix, who completed 19 of 30 attempts for 174 yards, led a critical 12-play, 65-yard drive that culminated in Lutz's 27-yard kick with approximately five minutes left.
Historic Difficulties for Jets Attack
Despite their dismal offensive display, the Jets maintained the ball with a opportunity to drive for a possible victory. But Fields was tackled on fourth-and-eight from the Denver 44 when coach Aaron Glenn chose to go for it instead of calling on specialist Nick Folk for a difficult kick.
The Jets quarterback had difficulties throughout, connecting on just 9 of 17 passes for 45 yards. The Jets ended up with negative ten passing yards, the fewest in any game since 1998.
"Our passing game was completely absent," the coach commented after the game.
Around the NFL
Panthers Beat Cowboys in Thriller
Rico Dowdle surpassed 200 yards from scrimmage for the second straight week and rookie Ryan Fitzgerald kicked a game-winning field goal as time expired to give the Carolina Panthers a narrow win over the Dallas Cowboys.
Rams Beat Struggling Ravens
The Los Angeles Rams ended the opening two quarters with a defensive stop and subsequently signal-caller Matthew Stafford led them to two scores to start the second half in their 17-3 victory over the Baltimore Ravens.
Colts Maintain Victorious Streak
The quarterback threw two touchdown passes and the running back ran the decisive touchdown with 4:32 left, securing the Indianapolis Colts a close victory over the Arizona Cardinals.
Seahawks Dominate Jaguars
The quarterback threw scoring throws to Jaxon Smith-Njigba and another target, and Seattle dominated the trenches on their way to a 20-12 win.
Steelers Handle Browns
Aaron Rodgers threw for 235 yards and two scores, and the Pittsburgh Steelers experienced little trouble in their decisive victory over the Cleveland Browns.
Chargers Come Back Past Dolphins
The quarterback evaded the pass rush and connected with his receiver for a long catch-and-run in the closing seconds, setting up Cameron Dicker's fifth kick to give the Los Angeles Chargers a 29-27 victory.
Patriots Beat Saints
The quarterback threw for 261 yards and three touchdowns as the road New England Patriots beat the New Orleans Saints 25-19.