Broncos Beat Seahawks 17-14 in Overtime
By Brian Hradsky
The Denver Broncos defeated the Seattle Seahawks 17-14 in overtime Thursday at Empower Field at Mile High, using a late takeaway and Wil Lutz’s 53-yard field goal to finish a defensive struggle. Ja’Quan McMillian intercepted Sam Darnold on third-and-7 in the extra period, putting Denver in position for the deciding kick. The Broncos improved to 4-2, while the Seahawks fell to 3-3 after rallying from an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit.
Denver took control with two first-half touchdown drives and carried a 14-3 lead into halftime. Running backs J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey supplied the touchdowns, giving the Broncos an early advantage against a formidable Seattle defense. That early work became essential because Denver did not score again until Lutz ended the game in overtime.
The Broncos’ defense supplied the most consistent production, recording five sacks, 17 quarterback hits and three takeaways. Nik Bonitto forced a fumble that Justin Strnad recovered, and Kris Abrams-Draine intercepted Darnold late in regulation. McMillian then delivered the final takeaway, allowing Denver to win despite an offense that struggled to sustain its first-half pace.
Seattle’s defense allowed only two first downs over Denver’s remaining regulation possessions after the two early touchdown drives. That response gave the Seahawks enough time to erase the deficit and force overtime. Darnold’s two interceptions nevertheless prevented the comeback from producing a victory.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 12 receptions for 134 yards, providing Seattle with a reliable target as the offense recovered. Rashid Shaheed added five catches for 66 yards and contributed a two-point conversion after George Holani’s fourth-quarter touchdown. Shaheed’s late punt return also helped set up Jason Myers’ tying field goal, but the overtime turnover erased that special-teams opportunity.
NFL Sports Blog Take
Denver earned this victory through pressure, field position and a dependable final kick. That formula gives the Broncos a chance against strong opponents, but an empty second half on offense remains a weakness they must address. Seattle has enough defensive quality to rebound, yet its next improvement must come from protecting the ball when a single possession can decide the game.