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Empower Field at Mile High Sets the Stage for Denver Broncos and Dallas Cowboys Showdown

As the Denver Broncos prepare to host the Dallas Cowboys at Empower Field at Mile High, fans are eager to see how their team will fare in this highly anticipated matchup. The Broncos' performance last season provides a solid foundation for analysis as they gear up for this contest.


Denver Broncos quarterback Josh Johnson (11) warms up against the Minnesota Vikings during an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

Last season, the Broncos demonstrated a balanced offensive strategy with an average of 4.5 yards per rush and approximately 11 yards per reception, indicating their ability to move the ball effectively both on the ground and through the air. Their red zone efficiency was notable, converting approximately 55 percent of their opportunities into touchdowns.


Denver's defense was also formidable, with an average of 36 sacks and 13 interceptions over 17 games. This defensive prowess will be crucial in containing a dynamic Cowboys offense. Special teams were reliable as well, with punt returns averaging over eight yards and field goal success sitting at around 84 percent.


However, there were areas that required attention during the offseason; notably, ball security was an issue with nine lost fumbles last year. Additionally, while converting on third down nearly 39 percent of the time is respectable, there is room for improvement to sustain drives and control game tempo.


The upcoming game promises to be a test of both teams' early-season form. The high altitude of Empower Field has historically given the Broncos a home-field advantage that can impact visiting teams' endurance as games progress into later quarters.


Broncos fans can catch all the action live on NFL Network from Empower Field at Mile High in Denver on August 14th at 1:00 AM UTC (August 13th local time). With preseason preparations behind them and strategies refined from last year's data points, it's time to see if Denver can translate analytics into victory on home turf against Dallas Cowboys.

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