The Broncos’ first home game of the season comes with a heavyweight feel. In Week 2, Denver welcomes the Jaguars to Mile High, and the matchup gives fans an early look at two quarterbacks coming off big years: Bo Nix and Trevor Lawrence.
Both teams arrive with momentum. Denver broke through in 2025 and lost a tight AFC Championship Game, while Jacksonville reached the postseason in Liam Coen’s first year as head coach. That sets the stage for a Sunday afternoon game with plenty of buzz around it.
If you’re looking to be in the building, the current get-in price for Broncos vs. Jaguars is $200. Middle level seats are listed at $285, and lower level seats are going for $330.
The game is set for Sunday, Sept. 20, with kickoff at 4:05 p.m. ET from Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO.
Denver opens the year on the road at Kansas City on Monday, Sept. 14, before returning home to face Jacksonville in Week 2. The Broncos’ schedule also includes home games against the Rams, Seahawks, Chiefs, Raiders, Dolphins, Bills and Chargers, with road trips to the 49ers, Chargers, Cardinals, Panthers, Steelers, Jets, Raiders and Patriots.
Jacksonville begins its season at home against the Browns on Sunday, Sept. 13, then heads to Denver for its Week 2 matchup. The Jaguars’ slate also includes games against the Patriots, Bengals, Eagles in London, Texans in London, Colts, Ravens, Titans, Giants, Bears, Steelers, Cowboys and Commanders, with a bye in Week 7.
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