The Broncos will host the Carolina Panthers at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024 at 2:25 p.m. MT.

MATCHUP

The Broncos return home for a matchup with the Carolina Panthers in Week 8. Denver will look for its fifth win in six weeks as the team aims to secure its second home victory of the season.

Denver posted its best rushing performance since 2013 in Week 7, led by running back Javonte Williams and rookie quarterback Bo Nix. With 75 yards on the ground, Nix had the best rushing game of his career and could look to use his legs to make plays again this weekend. Williams could also aim for another strong performance after recording the first game of his career with multiple rushing touchdowns against the Saints. Running backs Jaleel McLaughlin and Audric Estime, who also contributed last week, should aim to get involved in the ground game again in Week 8.

Denver's defense had another strong performance in Week 7, holding the Saints to just three points until the final minutes of Thursday's win. Heading into Week 8, Denver ranks second in total sacks (28) and third in total yards allowed per game (282.4), and the unit should look to continue building positive momentum on Sunday. The Broncos will aim to pressure quarterback Bryce Young in the matchup. Outside linebacker Nik Bonitto, who recorded a sack in his fifth consecutive game in Week 7 and now leads the team in sacks (5), could aim to extend his streak on Sunday.

INJURY UPDATE

The Broncos listed safety P.J. Locke (thumb) as doubtful and tackle Alex Palczewski (ankle) as questionable. Cornerback Pat Surtain II (concussion), right tackle Mike McGlinchey (knee) and defensive tackle Malcolm Roach (illness) were not assigned game statuses, indicating they will be available to play in Sunday's game.

For Carolina, wide receivers Diontae Johnson (rib) and Adam Thielen (hamstring), outside linebacker D.J. Wonnum (quadriceps) and safeties Nick Scott (hamstring), Jordan Fuller (hamstring) and Jammie Robinson (knee) were ruled out. Defensive linemen A'Shawn Robinson (knee) and Jaden Crumedy (ankle), linebacker Claudin Cherelus (hamstring), offensive tackles Taylor Moton (elbow) and Yosh Nijman (knee), tight end Tommy Tremble (back), outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (shoulder), safety Sam Franklin Jr. (not injury-related/personal/foot) and inside linebacker Josey Jewell (hamstring/groin) were listed as questionable. Quarterback Andy Dalton (right thumb), cornerback Dane Jackson (hamstring) and running back Jonathon Brooks (knee) were listed as doubtful.

HOW TO WATCH, LISTEN AND LIVE STREAM

WATCH LOCALLY: CBS

Play-by-Play: Chris Lewis

Analyst: Jason McCourty

Sideline: Amanda Guerra

WATCH LOCALLY VIA STREAMING: Paramount+ or NFL+

Stream local games on Paramount+ or stream local games on mobile devices on NFL+.

An NFL+ subscription includes the ability to stream live local and prime-time games on mobile and tablet devices, access to NFL Network and live game audio (home, away and national calls) for every game of the season. NFL+ Premium subscriptions also include NFL RedZone and full-game replays across devices.

LISTEN LOCALLY: KOA – 850 AM/94.1 FM

Play-by-Play: Dave Logan

Analyst: Rick Lewis

Sideline: Susie Wargin

LISTEN OUT OF MARKET: SiriusXM

Listen on channel 227 or on the SXM app (siriusxm.us/BroncosSXM).

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