{"id":1409576,"date":"2025-11-07T14:34:08","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T14:34:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=nfl-news&p=1409576"},"modified":"2025-11-07T14:34:09","modified_gmt":"2025-11-07T14:34:09","slug":"game-recap-raiders-7-10-broncos-nov-7-2025-defences-dominate-mile-high","status":"publish","type":"nfl-news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/nfl\/nfl-news\/game-recap-raiders-7-10-broncos-nov-7-2025-defences-dominate-mile-high\/","title":{"rendered":"Game Recap: Raiders 7-10 Broncos (Nov 7, 2025) | Defences Dominate Mile High"},"content":{"rendered":"
Analysis by Andy Francis, NFL Game Analyst<\/strong>\n? Specialising in post-game breakdowns and player performance analysis\n<\/div>\n\n

\u26a1 Quick Recap: Las Vegas Raiders vs Denver Broncos<\/h2>\n
\nFinal Score:<\/strong> Las Vegas Raiders 7 – Denver Broncos 10\nGame MVP:<\/strong> Bo Nix (QB, Broncos) \u2013 201 yards passing, 1 TD\nTurning Point:<\/strong> Broncos’ blocked punt in Q3 set up short field for decisive field goal (1:29, Q3)\nKey Stat:<\/strong> Both teams combined for 6 turnovers (4 interceptions, 2 fumbles lost)\nWhat It Means:<\/strong> Broncos move to 8-2, reinforcing playoff credentials; Raiders\u2019 struggles continue at 2-7.\nNext Up:<\/strong> Raiders vs Cowboys | Broncos vs Chiefs\n<\/div>\n\n

What Is the Story of Raiders vs Broncos?<\/h2>\n

In a tightly contested AFC West showdown, the Denver Broncos edged out the Las Vegas Raiders 10-7 at Empower Field at Mile High, battling through a game defined by defensive grit, field position, and critical special teams moments. With 74,692 in attendance braving brisk conditions, it was the defences that stole the spotlight, each unit forcing multiple turnovers and limiting explosive plays in a match where both teams found offensive rhythm scarce.<\/p>\n

The Raiders struck first through Ashton Jeanty’s rushing touchdown but failed to sustain momentum as the Broncos gradually asserted control in the middle quarters. Bo Nix\u2019s poise under centre and Denver\u2019s timely pass rush proved pivotal, with the Broncos’ only touchdown coming via a composed drive capped by a short pass to Troy Franklin in the second quarter. Wil Lutz’s field goal, set up by a crucial blocked punt late in the third, eventually proved the difference.<\/p>\n

The victory lifts Denver to 8-2, strengthening their bid in a competitive postseason race, while Las Vegas slide to 2-7, with offensive struggles and missed special teams opportunities proving costly again. The home crowd provided a distinct advantage on a night where every possession was fiercely contested in the altitude.<\/p>\n\n

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