Broncos clinch AFC's No. 1 seed with 19-3 victory over Chargers
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Key Points:
- The Denver Broncos secured the AFC's No. 1 seed, earning a first-round bye and homefield advantage throughout the playoffs with a 19-3 win over the Los Angeles Chargers.
- The Chargers, resting key starters like Justin Herbert and Derwin James, will enter the playoffs as the No. 7 seed and face the New England Patriots in the wild card round.
- Denver's offense did not score a touchdown, relying on four field goals by Wil Lutz and a 45-yard pick-six by Ja’Quan McMillian, while quarterback Bo Nix contributed 141 passing yards and 49 rushing yards.
- Injuries affected both teams, including Broncos left tackle Garett Bolles and Chargers players Donte
