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Clash at SoFi Stadium: Denver Broncos Take On Los Angeles Rams

As the Denver Broncos prepare to face off against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium, fans are eager to see if their team can carry forward the momentum from their recent victory. The Broncos' performance on December 18th against the Arizona Cardinals showcased a team that seems to be finding its rhythm late in the season. With a 24-15 win under their belt, where they managed an average gain of 4.8 yards per play and a total of 324 yards, there's reason for cautious optimism.


Denver Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham warms up before the start of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

The defense was particularly impressive, with three sacks and six forced three-and-outs. This defensive prowess will be crucial when facing a Rams offense known for its dynamic play-making abilities. The Broncos' secondary also showed up strong with three interceptions; replicating this against the Rams could be game-changing.


On offense, while there were some struggles with seven sacks allowed, the passing game was efficient with an 81 percent completion rate and a passer rating of 95.0. If they can provide better protection for their quarterback and maintain this level of accuracy, it could spell trouble for Los Angeles's defense.


However, it wasn't all smooth sailing in previous games; on December 11th against Kansas City Chiefs, despite scoring four touchdowns through air attacks including one long bomb touchdown pass of 66 yards which highlighted their explosive potential on offense – they still fell short by six points in a high-scoring affair (34-28). This shows that while capable of putting points on the board quickly when needed – consistency is key.


In contrast to these mixed results stands their December 4th encounter with Baltimore Ravens where they only managed nine points through field goals alone – indicating that converting red zone opportunities into touchdowns is an area requiring improvement before heading into Inglewood.


Looking ahead to Christmas Day’s matchup at SoFi Stadium set for kickoff at 4:30 PM EST broadcasted by CBS - fans should expect Denver’s defense to continue its aggressive approach while hoping for more consistency from an offense that has shown flashes of brilliance but needs to find steadiness in execution if they wish to secure another win before wrapping up this season.

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