Broncos Reflect on Loss to Jaguars

In a tough outing, the Denver Broncos faced a 34-20 setback against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, snapping their impressive 11-game winning streak. Broncos linebacker and team captain Alex Singleton addressed the loss during a post-game interview, emphasizing the need for his team to improve their performance.

"We just gotta get out of our own way, guys know what to do, and we just gotta do it," Singleton stated, highlighting the importance of communication on the field. He acknowledged that missed tackles and self-inflicted errors contributed significantly to the defeat, saying, "We missed a lot of tackles, making those tackles, things like that." Despite the disappointment, Singleton remained optimistic about the team’s potential, asserting, "We're a 12-win team, so I'm not going to let you guys s--t on our parade."

Performance Overview

Although the loss was frustrating, the Broncos showcased their offensive capabilities, racking up nearly 100 more total yards (445) than the Jaguars. However, veteran cornerback Pat Surtain II noted that the team made critical mistakes that hindered their performance, remarking, "We shot ourselves in the foot too many times." Head coach Sean Payton echoed these sentiments, pointing out the number of missed tackles that plagued the team throughout the game.

Looking Ahead

With two games left in the regular season, the Broncos remain in a strong position for the playoffs, holding the head-to-head tiebreaker over the New England Patriots for the AFC's No. 1 seed. They now look forward to a decisive matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 17, who will be without their star quarterback Patrick Mahomes. The Broncos are determined to correct their mistakes and finish the season strong against the Los Angeles Chargers, with their playoff aspirations still firmly in sight.