Seahawks vs. Broncos live updates, inactives, where to watch: Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Sam Darnold take on short-handed Denver secondary on 'Thursday Night Football'

Seahawks vs. Broncos live updates, inactives, where to watch: Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Sam Darnold take on short-handed Denver secondary on 'Thursday Night Football'

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Key Points:

  • Broncos head coach Sean Payton resumed play-calling duties after a slow offensive start this season, but the offense struggled through three quarters in Week 5, ranking near the bottom of the league in points, yardage, and first-down rate.
  • Despite the slow start, Denver rallied in the fourth quarter to defeat the Chargers, but will need improved offensive production against the Seahawks, who average 26.8 points per game and rank eighth in the league.
  • Seahawks tight end Barner, with modest stats so far, is expected to see increased targets against Denver's defense, which applies heavy pressure and has allowed a high number of targets to tight ends this season.
  • The Broncos' secondary is dealing with injuries to key players Patrick Surtain II and Talanoa Hufanga, potentially impacting their coverage ability, especially if star cornerback Surtain is out and Moss plays through a rib injury.
  • If Moss plays, he will likely cover Seahawks star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who leads the NFL in receiving yards this season; this matchup is critical as both players have been limited in practice due to injuries.

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