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NFL 2025 season: Week six

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It's week six of the NFL season , after last week's talk regarding two top teams being possible championship contenders, each lost their perfect starts.

Striking during those contests was the amount of penalties both committed. Philadelphia did so in key moments so they kind of beat themselves having led by two touchdowns entering the fourth period versus Denver, set to play overseas this weekend.

But it was good to observe how Denver quarterback the rookie was able to overcome the shortfall before lead three successful possessions in three attempts in the fourth quarter, to win the game by four points.

The Broncos boast the defensive player of the year with CB Pat Surtain II. They rank number one in red zone defence, while the Eagles lead the league in red zone offence, yet Denver won that contest.

They executed the Eagles' number in terms of disguised blitzes. They weren't always rushing extra pass rushers instead they could position two linebackers in the 'A' gap then withdrawing them and send a nickel off the edge.

Early on of the season, it was noted during a show that the Broncos could be this season's dark horses. They finished last season strongly and did a good job of building upon that.

New tight end Evan Engram has excelled big while new running back their rusher is a player they believe in. He's currently 5th league-wide for rushing yards (over 400) and tied for fourth for rushing touchdowns (four).

I love that the coach Sean Payton displays "RUSH!" at the top of his playcall sheet.

That shows that Denver represent a team aiming to run first, because you can do a lot based on that approach. It slows down the pass rush and keeps you in positive situations.

It's also helped QB Bo Nix, who entered into the league as a first-round selection last year, throwing 29 TDs – just behind a star QB for the rookie record (31 back in 2020).

Josh Allen and Herbert possess powerful arms to pass all over, however they lack the mobility that Nix has. He has exceptional arm talent, which is different, and he is so athletic.

His assets include his mobility, the capacity to throw on the run, as well as finding different arm angles to make throws as he moves out of the pocket, the bootlegs. He is able to deliver precision throws across the middle or past defenders.

For a young quarterback, at 25, he displays a lot of composure under pressure and isn't really fazed by the blitz. He tries to evade a sack whenever possible and can pass under pressure. He has a high football IQ and remains quick to decide.

If you constantly rush it eats up time and makes the opponent to stay on the field for longer, and if you have a mobile QB the defence has to defend the field downfield and horizontally. It can be draining.

Nix has pushed back at Payton during games sometimes and it seems the coach appreciates that attitude, seeing him as a fierce rival. I think it's exciting for the coach to have a rookie QB that is kind of like play-dough. He can truly develop him the way he wants to build it. I think it's a special experience for him.

Payton owns a championship and has surpassed Bill Parcells in all-time victories (173 - tied 14th overall). He's seen it all. I think the achievements the Broncos are experiencing on offence is largely down to his leadership, his play-calling, his situational awareness – and the pairing with Nix helps make him into who he is.

You wouldn't want a better guy guiding you, to help you through some of the tougher situations and build self-belief.

I believe in Denver's defence, in Bo Nix's tenacity and composure. But is the team good enough to go against an elite team at its best? Since that was not a Super Bowl performance from Philadelphia last Sunday.

Right now, it's unlikely the Broncos are incredible. They're working above average, which is a good place to be in their division. The key is is maintain this path.

They're really good at leaning into their forte, that is running the ball, and this is exactly what they must do against the Jets at Tottenham. It will likely be a Dobbins-focused game, in essence.

The Jets have allowed 140 yards on the ground each contest (sixth worst), five ground scores this season (10th worst), and they are the sole squad yet to win any game.

Ever since the NFL started recording turnovers decades ago, the Jets are also the first team to go without a single takeaway through five games, which is surprising considering that the head coach was previously defensive co-ordinator at the Detroit Lions.

After this Sunday's game, Denver face a smooth-ish schedule up to their bye (in week twelve) - the New York Giants, the Cowboys, Houston Texans and Las Vegas Raiders prior to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Looking at the AFC West, Kansas City are 2-3 while Denver are even with the Chargers at 3-2 so they could challenge for the top of the division.

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