Broncos' offense hurt by awful 3rd quarter in loss to Vegas
Russell Wilson had his most productive day with the Broncos, but it wasn’t enough to overcome numerous mistakes by Denver’s offense in a 32-23 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders.
By News Channel NebraskaLAS VEGAS (AP) — Russell Wilson had his most productive day with the Broncos, but it wasn’t enough to overcome numerous mistakes by Denver’s offense in a 32-23 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Wilson threw for 237 yards and two touchdowns.
But Denver had a dreadful third quarter, running 11 offensive plays for 7 yards over three possessions, all of which ended in punts. The Broncos were 3 for 11 on third down.
Denver also wasted three opportunities with good field position.
Jacobs, defense lead Raiders to 1st win, 32-23 over Broncos
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Josh Jacobs ran for 144 yards and two touchdowns, Amik Robertson returned a fumble 68 yards for a score and the Las Vegas Raiders won their first game of the season, 32-23 over the Denver Broncos.
After opening their first season under coach Josh McDaniels by losing three straight one-score games, the Raiders managed to do enough on the ground and on defense to hold off Russell Wilson and the Broncos.
Wilson threw two TD passes and ran for another score but it wasn't enough for Denver.