NFL Roundup: Broncos Edge Struggling Jets in Low-Scoring Battle

In a defensive struggle on Sunday, the Denver Broncos clinched a close win over the winless New York Jets. Quarterback Bo Nix threw an early scoring strike and specialist Wil Lutz kicked the game-winning go-ahead field goal to secure the ugly win.

Dominant Display Seals Contest

Despite registering nine sacks versus Jets quarterback Justin Fields, the Broncos were behind 11-10 following giving up a safety in the third quarter. Interestingly, the Jets managed just 82 offensive yards during the entire game.

Nix, who went 19 of 30 attempts for 174 yards, led a critical 12-play, 65-yard drive that culminated in Lutz's short kick with just over five minutes remaining.

Record Difficulties for Jets Offense

In spite of their horrendous offensive display, the Jets still had possession with a opportunity to score a possible victory. But Fields was sacked on fourth-and-eight from the Denver 44 after coach Aaron Glenn opted to go for it instead of calling on specialist Nick Folk for a difficult field-goal attempt.

The Jets quarterback had difficulties throughout, completing just 9 of 17 passes for 45 yards. The Jets ended up with minus-10 passing yards, the lowest in any contest since 1998.

"Our passing game was completely absent," Glenn commented after the contest.

Around the League

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Seahawks Control Jaguars

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Steelers Handle Browns

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Chargers Come Back Past Dolphins

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Patriots Beat Saints

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