Empower Field at Mile High Sets the Stage for Denver Broncos vs. Washington Commanders Clash
As the Denver Broncos prepare to host the Washington Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High, fans are eager to see if their team can carry forward the momentum from their recent performances. The upcoming game on September 17 is expected to be a showcase of resilience and strategy, with both teams looking to assert dominance early in the season.
The Broncos' last outing on September 10 against the Las Vegas Raiders was a nail-biter that ended in a slim one-point defeat, with a final score of 16-17. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways for Denver. The offense managed an average gain of 4.5 yards per play and maintained possession for over half an hour (32:08). Their passing game was particularly efficient; quarterback play resulted in a completion rate of nearly 80 percent and yielded two touchdowns without any interceptions.
Denver's defense also showed promise by securing an interception and defending five passes effectively against the Raiders. However, they failed to record any sacks, which could be an area of concern when facing Washington's offensive line.
In contrast, during their preseason triumph over Los Angeles Rams on August 27 with a commanding scoreline of 41-0, Denver displayed what could be described as total domination. They racked up five touchdowns while maintaining possession for more than half the game (36:14), showcasing both offensive prowess and defensive solidity by forcing turnovers including two interceptions.
The matchup against San Francisco 49ers on August 20 saw another close encounter where Denver narrowly lost by one point again with a scoreline of 20-21. Despite three fumbles during that game, they did not lose possession due to turnovers and managed two interceptions defensively.
Looking ahead to face Washington Commanders, it's evident that if Denver can maintain their high completion rate in passing while tightening up defensively—especially by increasing pressure on opposing quarterbacks—they stand a good chance of coming out victorious.
The key will be whether or not they can convert red zone opportunities into points more consistently than they have done so far this season; efficiency inside the opponent’s twenty-yard line has been mixed but showed improvement during preseason games.
Broncos fans should feel cautiously optimistic about their team’s chances based on these observations from past performances. With home-field advantage playing its part too, there is every reason for optimism heading into this clash against Washington Commanders.
Mark your calendars for Sunday night football action as Empower Field at Mile High lights up at exactly quarter past eight PM local time (8:15 PM) on September 17th. Fans won't want to miss this exciting matchup which will be broadcasted live on CBS network channels across various platforms.