- Matchup: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Denver Broncos
- Scheduled Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
- Venue: Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, CO
- Broadcast: CBS
- Betting Odds: Broncos favored by 2.5 points
- Total Points Over/Under: 44
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The Denver Broncos (0-1) host the Jacksonville Jaguars (1-0) at Empower Field at Mile High this Sunday. Denver opens as 2.5-point favorites with a total over/under set at 44 points.
The Jaguars enter the game with a 1-0 record after defeating the Cleveland Browns 34-10 in their last outing. Quarterback Trevor Lawrence excelled with an impressive performance, completing 18 of 23 passes for 245 yards and 4 touchdowns, earning a stellar QB rating of 150.6, all while avoiding interceptions. Bhayshul Tuten led the rushing attack with 15 carries totaling 66 yards (4.4 yards per carry). Parker Washington made a significant impact in the aerial game, recording 83 yards on 5 catches, averaging 16.6 yards per reception. Overall, the Jaguars rushed for 126 yards on 32 attempts, averaging 3.9 yards per carry and conducted 55 plays for a total of 360 yards. On defense, the Jaguars allowed 16 completions on 22 attempts, yielding 185 passing yards and a completion rate of 72.7%. They also allowed 87 rushing yards on 22 attempts, averaging 4.0 yards per carry against.
In terms of scoring efficiency, the Jaguars average 34.0 points per game. Their rushing game ranks 11th in the league with an average of 126.0 yards per game. They have also accumulated a total of 360 offensive yards this season. Thus far, Jacksonville has achieved 13 first downs and incurred 4 penalties totaling 25 yards. Notably, they have yet to commit a turnover and have recorded 4 touchdown passes.
Defensively, Jacksonville has allowed an average of 185 passing yards and ranks 13th in the NFL in that category. They are permitting a completion rate of 72.7% and have given up 87 rushing yards across one game this season. Overall, they allow an average of 272 total yards per game, placing them 10th in the league. The Jaguars have a solid defensive standing, ranked 4th with only 10.0 points allowed per game this season.
The Broncos come into the game with an 0-1 record after suffering a defeat to the Kansas City Chiefs, finishing the contest at 31-10. Running back J.K. Dobbins managed 8 carries for 36 yards, averaging 4.5 yards per attempt. In the passing game, Pat Bryant led receivers with 4 receptions totaling 42 yards (10.5 yards per catch). Bo Nix threw for 131 yards on 17 of 28 attempts, contributing 1 touchdown and recording a quarterback rating of 69.2, along with 1 interception and averaging just 4.7 yards per attempt. The Broncos’ defense faced 38 rush attempts, conceding 220 yards (5.8 yards per carry) while the pass defense allowed 172 yards with a completion rate of 55.6% on 15 completions from 27 attempts. The team ended the game with a total of 176 yards from 43 plays, achieving 4.1 yards per play and rushing for an average of 4.1 yards on 15 attempts.
Concerning their scoring output, the Broncos rank 30th in the NFL, averaging just 10.0 points per game this season. Their passing game has resulted in a total of 115 yards, while their rushing attack averages only 61.0 yards per game. Consequently, Denver ranks last in total offense with an average of 176.0 yards per game. The team has also incurred 7 penalties for 52 yards, placing them 22nd in this category across the league. So far, they have registered 1 interception and 1 fumble while managing only 6 first downs.
Defensively, the Broncos are giving up an alarming 31.0 points per game, ranking 24th in the NFL. They have conceded 2 passing touchdowns and an average of 172.0 passing yards per game, which ranks 10th in the league. Overall, the defense has allowed 220 rushing yards and been on the field for a total of 67 plays, ranking them 26th in terms of defensive snaps. With only 1 forced turnover this season, the Broncos find themselves conceding a total of 31 points thus far.
Who will emerge victorious in this Jaguars vs. Broncos matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on the Broncos -2.5
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