A slew of slim victories has made the Denver Broncos even hungrier for extra.
The Broncos will attempt to maintain their profitable streak alive once they host the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday afternoon.
Denver (5-2) has gained 4 in a row, together with a 33-32 comeback victory over the New York Giants final weekend during which the Broncos scored all 33 of their factors within the fourth quarter. That adopted a two-point win over the New York Jets and a four-point victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Broncos extensive receiver Courtland Sutton stated he and his teammates refuse to really feel happy.
“It is like a lion that simply received finished consuming and they will go take a nap,” Sutton stated. “You do not need to be that lion that’s consuming, they usually’re over there below the tree kicking it, minding their enterprise. (As a substitute) it is, ‘No, we’re nonetheless searching.’
“It’s important to have that mindset. I feel that is one thing this crew nonetheless has.”
The Cowboys (3-3-1) will attempt to keep away from changing into prey.
Dallas is coming off a 44-22 win towards the Washington Commanders. The Cowboys have alternated wins and losses for the previous three weeks and can attempt to push their file above .500 for the primary time this season.
Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott will attempt to construct upon a powerful begin to the season. He has handed for 1,881 yards (second within the NFL), 16 touchdowns (additionally second) and simply three interceptions.
Prescott’s prime goal is George Pickens, who has caught 36 passes for 607 yards and 6 touchdowns. Tight finish Jake Ferguson has added 51 catches for 334 yards and 6 TDs.
On the bottom, Javonte Williams paces the Cowboys with 592 dashing yards and 6 touchdowns. It’s turning right into a comeback 12 months for Williams, who spent his first 4 seasons with the Broncos and sustained a major knee damage throughout his time there.
Williams stated he had complete respect for the Broncos and seemed ahead to visiting his former stadium.
“It was only a good environment,” Williams stated. “I beloved the crew, I beloved the workers, the coaches. I had fun. It most likely did not go the way in which I needed it to go, however I imply, I am right here now.”
Williams believes he’s a extra full participant in his fifth NFL season.
“Simply mentally, I really feel like I am on a unique degree, simply understanding the performs and issues like that,” Williams stated. “And I really feel like that is what the NFL is. All people on the sphere is gifted. All people’s quick. So you are not going to only beat folks (with) simply pure pace or simply expertise. You have to even have a plan.”
The Broncos will look to enhance on offense below second-year quarterback Bo Nix, who has handed for 1,556 yards, 11 touchdowns and 4 interceptions. Sutton is the Broncos’ prime receiver with 33 catches for 469 yards and three touchdowns, and J.Ok. Dobbins leads the way in which on the bottom with 523 dashing yards and 4 scores.
The Denver protection might get a lift this week if linebacker Jonah Elliss (shoulder) is ready to return. Elliss, who missed the previous two video games, was again in apply as a restricted participant on Wednesday.
Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs remained in concussion protocol as of Wednesday. Security Donovan Wilson (elbow/shoulder) additionally missed the week’s first apply.
Denver is 3-0 at house this season. Dallas is 1-3 on the highway.
–Area Degree Media
