Broncos beat Seahawks 17-14 in overtime thriller
Denver's defence sealed the win with a crucial interception as the Broncos moved to 4-2.
The Broncos defeated the Seahawks 17-14 in overtime on Thursday night. Seattle mounted a fourth-quarter rally with running back George Holani scoring a touchdown, but Denver's defence made the difference, sacking quarterback Sam Darnold five times and intercepting him twice.
The winning field goal came after a Seahawks turnover. Australian punter Jeremy Crawshaw had eight punts for an average of 49.4 yards as Denver's offence struggled.
The win gives the Broncos a 4-2 record despite an injury-hit roster and gives them the longest current streak of multiple sacks in consecutive home games in the NFL.
- Broncos 17, Seahawks 14, overtime
- Final score
- 4-2
- Broncos record
- 8 for 49.4 yard average
- Crawshaw punts
Why it mattersDenver's defensive dominance delivered the win despite offensive struggles, suggesting they can compete through their tough schedule.
AustraliaAustralian punter Jeremy Crawshaw's Denver team improved to 4-2; Sydney-born Seahawks punter Michael Dickson had five punts in the loss.
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