The Denver Broncos (12-3) lost to the Jacksonville Jaguars (11-4) in Week 16 of the 2025 NFL season at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday afternoon. Despite the 34-20 loss, Denver still has a chance to win the AFC West and claim the conference’s No. 1 seed over the next two weeks.
The team’s longest win streak in over a decade came to an end, and this might not be the last time these two teams see each other as the Jaguars are hot approaching the playoffs.
The Denver defense was completely shredded by the Jaguars, as bad a game as we have seen this season. Credit is due to this Jacksonville team, who have completely come alive late in the season.
On a bright spot, the Broncos have found themselves a gem in RJ Harvey. Harvey posted the biggest stat line of his young career with over 120 total yards, and the longest Bronco touchdown from scrimmage on Sunday.
A mixed bag against Jacksonville will give the Broncos much to think about going into a Christmas Day matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs, with a chance to sweep the Chiefs for the first time since 2015.
A turnover on downs essentially ends the game, and the Broncos’ 11-game win streak. The Denver Broncos face the Chiefs on Christmas Day.
The Broncos are on the field again, but is it too late?
On a fourth down, Nix throws an interception. Feels close to over here in Denver.
Harvey has had himself one heck of a day. Over 120 yards total, and a big touchdown.
The defense gets another sack! John Franklin-Myers gets his second! Broncos get the ball back!
The Broncos find some points, but are down 14 with just over 10 minutes to go. Jaguars 34, Broncos 20. We’d love a turnover here.
A big play for Troy Franklin gets Denver 1st and Goal from the 8.
A Riley Moss pass breakup saves a touchdown, and the Jaguars kick a field goal. Jags 34, Broncos 17
The Broncos are in very real danger of losing their first game since September. The Jaguars came into Mile High looking for a big game, and they’ve had their way with the AFC-leading Broncos.
It’s better these games happen in the regular season, but the Jaguars pounce on a fumble, as the Broncos find themselves down two scores.
Jacksonville has made it look so easy against the Bronco defense today. Jacksonville is now up two scores just before the fourth quarter. The defense has been ripped today. Jaguars 31, Broncos 17
A trick play nearly works. But almost only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades. The Denver defense will need a big stop on this next Jaguar drive. A turnover would be great.
Another red zone touchdown given up by the Broncos defense, a unit which has thrived in the red area. 24-17 Jaguars with seven minutes left in the third.
A Malcolm Roach roughing penalty moves the Jaguars into Bronco territory.
A massive touchdown run from RJ Harvey is the biggest Bronco play of the day! That is how you respond after halftime! The game is now tied, 17-all. This is Harvey’s 11th total touchdown of the year.
Hoping to get some points on the other side of the break, Bo Nix and the offense go to work.
The Broncos are down seven going into halftime, after a Cam Little field goal to end the first half.
The third down play goes through the hands of Pat Bryant, and the Jaguars get the ball back right before halftime.
A big third down will happen on the other side of the stoppage, where Denver is driving after a Jacksonville touchdown. The Broncos will get the ball on the other side of halftime to start the second half.
Jonah Elliss was seen entering the blue tent, and Dellarin Turner-Yell were injured in coverage on the kickoff.
A questionable shove from Jaguars tight end Brenton Strange gives them the lead again. 14-10 Jags with 4:33 left in the first half.
The Broncos continue to struggle tremendously against tight ends and running backs. Jaguars are near the red zone.
A Wil Lutz field goal gives Denver their first lead of the day, a 54-yard bomb to get to 10-7.
Sean Payton wanted to get Marvin Mims more involved on offense, and Mims gets a catch for 26 to get into Jaguar territory.
Malcolm Roach joins the fun, and has Denver’s third sack of the day!
The Broncos strike back, with a touchdown from Bo Nix to Courtland Sutton! A gorgeous pass, and a great catch from Sutton! The game is tied, 7-7!
The Denver offense looks to go to work and come from behind again.
The last play of the first quarter is a huge pass play from Bo Nix to tight end Evan Engram to get Denver inside the Jaguar 35!
A costly penalty continues a Jaguar drive, and the Jaguars score a touchdown early. The score is 7-0.
PJ Locke couldn’t hear the whistle, but a late hit on Trevor Lawrence has Jacksonville inside the 30.
Lutz doinks a field goal off the upright, and the game remains scoreless. It’s still early, though.
Nix and Sutton are one of the best underrated duos in the NFL.
A big fourth down conversion gets the Broncos rolling again. Jacksonville loses the ensuing challenge, and Denver continues the drive!
McLaughlin has a nice run to start their second drive.
The second sack of the day belongs to John Franklin-Myers! Denver is now up to 60 sacks on the year!
A Harvey drop and a false start was a difficult way to start. The defense is back on the field.
The Broncos force a punt, after a Riley Moss sack on third down, but the Broncos are pinned back deep on their first offensive drive.
Riley Moss and the defense will begin the first quarter.
Thank a lot, LA. The Chargers have beat the Dallas Cowboys, in which case, Denver can’t win the AFC West today. However, with a win today, and a win on Thursday, Denver can clinch the West and the No. 1 seed, regardless. The Broncos are truly in control of their own destiny.
Manning was seen talking to Broncos owner Greg Penner prior to the game.
The Chiefs suffered another injury to Gardner Minshew on Sunday, so the Broncos may face third-string quarterback Chris Oladokun, who came in in relief.
Denver is wearing a blue helmet, orange jersey and pants, with blue socks.
Broncos Country has been LOUD for the past few home games. Today will need to be rocking again, as Denver plays another playoff team in the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Broncos LB Justin Strnad (foot) remains sidelined, but RB RJ Harvey (ribs) is good to go after exiting last week’s game.
Looks like a great day for football!
Denver’s minority owner is expected to attend a home game for the first time today.
Sunday will mark Patrick’s first career game against his old team.
Jones landed on injured reserve last week with a pectoral injury.
The NFL is feeling festive this week!
After hosting the Jaguars on Sunday, the Broncos will go on the road to face the Kansas City Chiefs in a special Christmas Day edition of Thursday Night Football in Week 17.
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