Can The Broncos Replicate Their Run Defense Efforts Against Josh Jacobs?

The Las Vegas Raiders are heading to Denver to take on their AFC West rival this Sunday. Needless to say, both teams have largely been disappointments this season. After going 10-7 last year, the Silver and Black are trending towards the top pick at next year’s NFL Draft. However, there’s still much football to be played. Against the Broncos, you’d hope head coach Josh McDaniels would unload Josh Jacobs and wear down their defense. All the same, Ejiro Evero’s unit shut down Tennessee Titans superstar Derrick Henry recently; can they replicate that success?

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The Broncos’ defense has been hog-tied by their offense all season long. It’s a shame considering the ridiculously talented defense they possess, but that’s neither here nor there. Their gameplan going up against Henry was executed to perfection, and as a result, he had one of his worst outings this season. Averaging under three yards per rushing attempt (2.8), while amassing just 53 yards on the ground, “King Henry” was effectively neutralized.

The NFL Network’s Brian Baldinger showed how the Broncos were able to contain Henry this past Sunday.