Broncos end playoff drought with dominant win over Chiefs' backups

Why it matters: The victory not only secured the Broncos' spot in the playoffs after an eight-year absence but also showcased the potential of rookie quarterback Bo Nix.

What's new: Rookie Bo Nix set a franchise record by completing his first 18 passes, leading the Broncos to a resounding 38-0 win over the Chiefs' backups.

Yes, but: It's worth noting that the Chiefs decided to rest their starters for this game, including star players Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.

What to watch: Now that the Broncos have clinched a playoff berth, all eyes will be on their upcoming wild-card matchup against the Buffalo Bills.

The bottom line: The Broncos victory not only ended their long playoff drought but also highlighted the team's potential with a talented young quarterback at the helm.

The Broncos (10-7) snapped a two-game skid and buried nearly a decade's worth of futility and frustrations by returning to the postseason party for the first time since winning Super Bowl 50 following the 2015 season. - [Article]

• The Broncos win came 3,255 days after their Super Bowl 50 victory, marking the longest playoff drought for a team after winning the Lombardi Trophy. - [Article]

• Rookie Bo Nix set a franchise record by completing his first 18 passes, finishing 26 of 29 for 321 yards and four touchdowns. His performance showcased his exceptional talent and potential as a young quarterback. - [Article]

• Nix's 18 consecutive completions set a Broncos record, highlighting his accuracy and efficiency on the field. - [Article]

• With 29 touchdown passes in his rookie season, Nix now ranks second in NFL history for most touchdowns thrown by a rookie. This statistic further solidifies his impact and potential in the league. - [Article]

• The Chiefs decision to rest their starters may have impacted the outcome of the game, but it does not diminish the Broncos' achievement in securing a decisive victory and ending their playoff drought. - [Article]

Broncos end playoff drought with dominant win over Chiefs' backups

Why it matters: The victory not only secured the Broncos' spot in the playoffs after an eight-year absence but also showcased the potential of rookie quarterback Bo Nix.

What's new: Rookie Bo Nix set a franchise record by completing his first 18 passes, leading the Broncos to a resounding 38-0 win over the Chiefs' backups.

Yes, but: It's worth noting that the Chiefs decided to rest their starters for this game, including star players Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.

What to watch: Now that the Broncos have clinched a playoff berth, all eyes will be on their upcoming wild-card matchup against the Buffalo Bills.

The bottom line: The Broncos victory not only ended their long playoff drought but also highlighted the team's potential with a talented young quarterback at the helm.

The Broncos (10-7) snapped a two-game skid and buried nearly a decade's worth of futility and frustrations by returning to the postseason party for the first time since winning Super Bowl 50 following the 2015 season. - [Article]

• The Broncos win came 3,255 days after their Super Bowl 50 victory, marking the longest playoff drought for a team after winning the Lombardi Trophy. - [Article]

• Rookie Bo Nix set a franchise record by completing his first 18 passes, finishing 26 of 29 for 321 yards and four touchdowns. His performance showcased his exceptional talent and potential as a young quarterback. - [Article]

• Nix's 18 consecutive completions set a Broncos record, highlighting his accuracy and efficiency on the field. - [Article]

• With 29 touchdown passes in his rookie season, Nix now ranks second in NFL history for most touchdowns thrown by a rookie. This statistic further solidifies his impact and potential in the league. - [Article]

• The Chiefs decision to rest their starters may have impacted the outcome of the game, but it does not diminish the Broncos' achievement in securing a decisive victory and ending their playoff drought. - [Article]