Overview
- Denver is idle in Week 12 and returns in Week 13 at Washington on Nov. 30.
- The Broncos carry an eight-game win streak plus a two-game edge on the Chargers and a 3.5-game cushion on the Chiefs in the AFC West.
- Analysts present conflicting guidance for Colts–Chiefs, with some urging a result that widens the division gap and others favoring the outcome that helps the No. 1 seed race.
- Heavy’s guide highlights Bengals–Patriots as pivotal and recommends Cincinnati to create separation between Denver and New England.
- A Bills loss to the Texans on Thursday slightly eased pressure on Denver as the rest of the AFC field plays.