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During a defensive struggle this weekend, the Denver Broncos managed to secure a 13-11 victory over the winless New York Jets. Quarterback Bo Nix connected on a first-quarter touchdown pass and specialist Wil Lutz provided the late go-ahead field goal to secure the ugly win.

Defensive Performance Wins Contest

Despite recording nine sacks versus Jets QB Justin Fields, the Broncos found themselves trailing 11-10 after giving up a two-point play in the third quarter. Remarkably, the Jets managed a mere 82 total net yards throughout the contest.

Nix, who went 19 of 30 attempts for 174 yards, engineered a decisive 12-play, 65-yard possession that ended with Lutz's short kick with approximately five minutes left.

Historic Difficulties for Jets Attack

In spite of their dismal offensive display, the Jets still had the ball with a opportunity to drive for a potential winning score. But Fields was sacked on fourth-and-eight from the Denver 44 after head coach Aaron Glenn opted to attempt the conversion instead of sending out specialist Nick Folk for a long kick.

The Jets quarterback struggled all game, connecting on just 9 of 17 passes for 45 yards. The Jets ended up with negative ten net yards passing, the fewest in any contest since 1998.

"Our passing game was completely absent," Glenn stated following the contest.

Across the League

Panthers Edge Cowboys in Close Game

The running back surpassed 200 total yards for the consecutive week and rookie Ryan Fitzgerald kicked a 33-yard field goal as time expired to secure the Carolina Panthers a narrow victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

Rams Beat Struggling Ravens

The Los Angeles Rams ended the opening two quarters with a goal-line stand and subsequently signal-caller Matthew Stafford guided them to a pair of scores to start the second half in their comfortable victory over the Baltimore Ravens.

Colts Continue Winning Streak

Daniel Jones passed for two touchdown passes and Jonathan Taylor ran the go-ahead touchdown with 4:32 left, giving the Indianapolis Colts a 31-27 win over the Arizona Cardinals.

Seahawks Dominate Jaguars

The quarterback passed for scoring throws to Jaxon Smith-Njigba and another target, and Seattle controlled the trenches on their way to a comfortable victory.

Steelers Handle Browns

The veteran quarterback threw for 235 yards and two scores, and the Pittsburgh Steelers experienced little trouble in their 23-9 victory over the Cleveland Browns.

Chargers Come Back Past Dolphins

The quarterback escaped the pass rush and found with his receiver for a long reception in the closing seconds, setting up the kicker's fifth kick to give the Los Angeles Chargers a narrow win.

Patriots Defeat Saints

Drake Maye threw for 261 yards and three touchdowns as the visiting New England Patriots defeated the New Orleans Saints 25-19.