Broncos Surge into Playoffs with 11-Game Win Streak, Eye Top Seed in AFC
The Denver Broncos are officially one of the hottest teams in football - and not just by a little. With their 11th straight win now in the books, Denver has clinched a playoff berth and enters the final stretch of the regular season with serious momentum.
After years of rebuilding and retooling, the Broncos are back in the postseason conversation - and this time, they’re not just sneaking in. They’re charging in.
Let’s be honest: few expected this kind of turnaround, especially this quickly. But here they are, sitting comfortably at 11 wins with three weeks left in the regular season, playing like a team that believes it belongs in the Super Bowl conversation. And with the AFC still wide open, Denver has more than just a playoff spot on the line - they’ve got a real shot at the No. 1 seed and the all-important homefield advantage.
Three Games to Glory
Of course, the path to that top seed isn’t a cakewalk. It starts this Sunday with a tough test against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
The Jags come in at 10-4 and currently lead the AFC South. They’ve got playoff aspirations of their own, and a win over Denver would go a long way toward locking up their spot.
But the Broncos have been nearly unbeatable at home during this streak, and with the crowd behind them, they’ll be looking to extend their dominance.
Then comes the Christmas Day showdown at Arrowhead Stadium - a matchup that looked a lot different on paper a few months ago. The Kansas City Chiefs, long the rulers of the AFC West, have already been eliminated from postseason contention.
Even more surprising? Patrick Mahomes won’t be suiting up.
That’s a seismic shift in a rivalry that’s been one-sided for years. Still, even without Mahomes, Arrowhead is never an easy place to play.
Denver will need to stay sharp, but there’s no doubt this is a golden opportunity to exorcise some long-standing demons - and give Broncos fans a holiday to remember.
And then there’s the finale - a rematch with the Los Angeles Chargers. This one could end up being for all the marbles: the division title, the No. 1 seed, and a chance to close the regular season with a statement.
The Chargers handed Denver one of its two losses back in Week 3, and the Broncos haven’t forgotten. That game stung, and it’s clear the team - from Sean Payton on down - has had this one circled for weeks.
Denver hasn’t beaten L.A. in their last three tries, and if they want to truly reclaim the AFC West crown, this is the moment to do it.
From the Bottom to the Brink of Greatness
No matter how the final three weeks shake out, what the Broncos have accomplished this season is nothing short of remarkable. Just a year ago, this team was still reeling from the fallout of the Russell Wilson experiment, trying to find its identity under a new coaching staff and a rookie quarterback. Fast forward to now, and they’re one of the most complete, confident teams in the league.
This isn’t just about winning games - it’s about how they’re winning them. The defense has been lights out, the offense efficient and opportunistic, and the coaching staff has clearly found a rhythm. It’s the kind of formula that travels well in January.
There’s still work to do, but the Broncos are in the driver’s seat. Win out, and they’ll finish 15-2 - a record that would’ve sounded like a fantasy back in September.
But now? It’s within reach.
And with the way this team is playing, there’s every reason to believe they can get there.
Enjoy the Ride, Broncos Country
Seasons like this don’t come around often. After years of frustration, false starts, and coaching changes, Denver is back in the mix - not just as a playoff team, but as a legitimate contender. Whether or not they end up hoisting the Lombardi Trophy in February, this run has already been something special.
So, Broncos fans: soak it in. The team is rolling, the city is buzzing, and the postseason is just around the corner. If this is what the future looks like under Sean Payton and this new-look roster, then Broncos Country has a lot to look forward to.
And who knows? If they keep playing like this, they might just bring another championship back to Mile High.