Denver Broncos’ Next Opponent: NFL Playoff Schedule and Scenarios
The Denver Broncos had an impressive NFL regular season, finishing with a record of 14-3. This success earned them the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs and a bye for the wild-card round. As they prepare for the divisional round, the Broncos are aiming for their first Super Bowl victory since 2016.
Denver Broncos’ Next Opponent: NFL Playoff Schedule and Scenarios
As the top seed in the AFC, the Broncos will host their divisional playoff game at Empower Field at Mile High. The team will play on either Saturday, January 17, or Sunday, January 18.
Potential Opponents
The Broncos will face one of the following teams in the divisional round:
- Pittsburgh Steelers (No. 4 seed)
- Houston Texans (No. 5 seed)
- Buffalo Bills (No. 6 seed)
- Los Angeles Chargers (No. 7 seed)
Various playoff scenarios will determine which team they play. Here’s how the matchups could shape up:
- Chargers at Broncos: If the Chargers beat the Patriots
- Bills at Broncos: If the Patriots defeat the Chargers and the Bills win against the Jaguars
- Texans at Broncos: If the Patriots beat the Chargers, Jaguars beat the Bills, and Texans defeat the Steelers
- Steelers at Broncos: If the Patriots beat the Chargers, Jaguars defeat the Bills, and Steelers win against the Texans
Seeding Implications
The Denver Broncos cannot face the New England Patriots (No. 2 seed) or Jacksonville Jaguars (No. 3 seed) until the AFC Championship Game due to their playoff seeding. This structure allows the Broncos to strategically approach their upcoming game as they seek to secure a spot in the Super Bowl.
As the playoff picture unfolds, many fans are eager to see how the Broncos will perform and which opponent they will face next in their quest for NFL glory.
