{"id":405849,"date":"2026-09-21T02:16:13","date_gmt":"2026-09-21T02:16:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/405849\/"},"modified":"2026-09-21T02:16:13","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T02:16:13","slug":"the-denver-broncos-defeated-the-jacksonville-jaguars-20-13-winning-their-home-opener-at-empower-field-at-mile-high","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/405849\/","title":{"rendered":"The Denver Broncos defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 20-13, winning their home opener at Empower Field at Mile High."},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Denver<\/p>\n

Denver Broncos fans get on their feet as fireworks go off before a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Denver<\/p>\n

Denver Broncos fan, Wes “Mile High Monster” Green, screams before a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Denver Broncos fan Jordan Lam sports a cape before the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Denver Broncos fan sports a custom team skull that he made before the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Denver<\/p>\n

Denver Broncos fans Ava and Ethan Zielonko, 6, pose in front of Thunder before a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Former<\/p>\n

Former Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow throws a ball to the crowd during a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Wide<\/p>\n

Wide receiver Troy Franklin (11) of the Denver Broncos pulls down a long reception from quarterback Bo Nix (10) during the first half a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Wide<\/p>\n

Wide receiver Troy Franklin (11) of the Denver Broncos celebrates a long reception from quarterback Bo Nix (10) during the first half a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Running<\/p>\n

Running back J.K. Dobbins (27) of the Denver Broncos pushes to the goal line, but falls short during the first half a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Defensive<\/p>\n

Defensive tackle Malcolm Roach (97) of the Denver Broncos sacks quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) of the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half a game on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Cornerback<\/p>\n

Cornerback Jourdan Lewis (2) of the Jacksonville Jaguars intercepts a pass in tended for wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) of the Denver Broncos during the first half a game on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Linebacker<\/p>\n

Linebacker Alex Singleton (49) of the Denver Broncos tackles running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (24) of the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half a game on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Wide<\/p>\n

Wide receiver Parker Washington (11) of the Jacksonville Jaguars reaches forward after a long reception while being tackled by safety Brandon Jones (22) of the Denver Broncos during the first half on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Bo Nix (10) of the Denver Broncos fires a pass during the first quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: J.K. Dobbins (27) of the Denver Broncos runs amidst the chaos during the first quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Ja’quan McMillian (29) of the Denver Broncos attempts to tackle Parker Washington (11) of the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first quarter at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Trevor Lawrence (16) of the Jacksonville Jaguars rolls out during the first quarter against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Head coach Sean Payton of the Denver Broncos works during the second quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Denver Broncos fans cheer their team on during the first quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Bhayshul Tuten (33) of the Jacksonville Jaguars celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Bo Nix (10) of the Denver Broncos leaves the field to boos after a failed third down against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first quarter at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Bo Nix (10) of the Denver Broncos yells to teammates before the snap during the first quarter agains the Jacksonville Jaguars at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Running<\/p>\n

Running back J.K. Dobbins (27) of the Denver Broncos breaks through the line during the first half a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Denver<\/p>\n

Denver Broncos live mascot Thunder, who\u2019s retired this season, steps onto the field during halftime of a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Defensive<\/p>\n

Defensive tackle Malcolm Roach (97) of the Denver Broncos sacks quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) of the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half a game on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Cornerback<\/p>\n

Cornerback Jarrian Jones (4) of the Jacksonville Jaguars breaks up a pass to wide receiver Lil’Jordan Humphrey (5) of the Denver Broncos during the second half a 20-13 win on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Quarterback<\/p>\n

Quarterback Bo Nix (10) of the Denver Broncos passes to wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) during the second half a 20-13 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Cornerback<\/p>\n

Cornerback Riley Moss (21) of the Denver Broncos celebrates his interception of quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) of the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half a 20-13 win on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Cornerback<\/p>\n

Cornerback Riley Moss (21) of the Denver Broncos celebrates his interception of quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) of the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half a 20-13 win on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Quarterback<\/p>\n

Quarterback Bo Nix (10) of the Denver Broncos throws during the second half a 20-13 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Tight<\/p>\n

Tight end Nate Adkins (45) of the Denver Broncos gets hoisted by center Quinn Meinerz (77) of the Denver Broncos after scoring during the second half a 20-13 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Denver Broncos cheerleaders dance during the fourth quarter of the Broncos\u2019 20-13 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Jonah Coleman (20) of the Denver Broncos runs for a 13-yard gain as Travis Hunter (12) of the Jacksonville Jaguars closes in during the fourth quarter of the Broncos\u2019 20-13 win at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Trevor Lawrence (16) of the Jacksonville Jaguars passes as Nik Bonitto (15) of the Denver Broncos pressures during the fourth quarter of the Broncos\u2019 20-13 win at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Evan Engram (1) of the Denver Broncos makes a catch as Travis Hunter (12) of the Jacksonville Jaguars defends during the fourth quarter of the Broncos\u2019 20-13 win at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Offensive coordinator Davis Webb of the Denver Broncos reacts to a penalty called against his unit during the second quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Bo Nix (10) of the Denver Broncos fires a pass during the second quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Brandon Jones (22) of the Denver Broncos makes a touchdown saving tackle on Parker Washington (11) of the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second quarter at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Nate<\/p>\n

Nate Adkins (45) of the Denver Broncos beats Jourdan Lewis (2) of the Jacksonville Jaguars to the end zone for a touchdown reception from Bo Nix (10) during the fourth quarter of the Broncos\u2019 20-13 win at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026. An extra point by Wil Lutz (3) tied the game 13-13. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Quinn<\/p>\n

Quinn Meinerz (77) of the Denver Broncos hoists Nate Adkins (45) after Adkins scored a touchdown during the fourth quarter of the Broncos\u2019 20-13 win against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026. An extra point by Wil Lutz (3) tied the game 13-13. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"DENVER<\/p>\n

DENVER , CO – SEPTEMBER 20: Malcolm Roach (97) of the Denver Broncos celebrates a missed field goal by Cam Little (39) of the Jacksonville Jaguars during the fourth quarter of the Broncos\u2019 20-13 win at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, September 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Running<\/p>\n

Running back Jonah Coleman (20) of the Denver Broncos punches in a touchdown run during the second half a 20-13 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Bo<\/p>\n

Bo Nix (10) and Evan Engram (1) of the Denver Broncos celebrate with Jonah Coleman (20) after the rookie scored his first career touchdown during the fourth quarter of the Broncos\u2019 20-13 win at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

\"Running<\/p>\n

Running back Jonah Coleman (20) and linebacker Que Robinson (51) of the Denver Broncos embrace after a 20-13 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

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Denver Broncos fans get on their feet as fireworks go off before a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst\/The Denver Post)<\/p>\n

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