How do Bo Nix, Sean Payton, and the Broncos respond to early adversity? | Orange & Blue Today

Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 31:37

Cec and Mase break down how the Broncos flush last week after a rough 31–10 season‑opening loss to the Chiefs — a big slice of humble pie for a team with Super Bowl expectations. With the Jaguars coming to town, Denver has to get back on track fast. The Broncos couldn’t slow down Kenneth Walker in Week 1, so how big of a concern is the run defense moving forward, especially against teams with quality running backs. On offense, Denver failed to run the ball consistently, even though JK Dobbins and RJ Harvey looked good on limited touches. Can Davis Webb get them involved earlier, or does Sean Payton need to step in and help stabilize the gameplan. And then there’s Bo Nix, who struggled under pressure — something he’s historically dealt with early in seasons. How can Denver better protect him, and what adjustments must be made before Sunday. The Broncos cannot afford to fall to 0–2, and this episode digs into exactly what they need to do to get this win. 🔥 In this episode: How Denver flushes the Chiefs loss and resets for Week 2 Why the Jaguars matchup is a major early‑season test How Dobbins and Harvey fit into the corrected gameplan Whether Sean Payton steps in on play‑calling How the Broncos protect Bo Nix and avoid an 0–2 start Drop your take — what’s the biggest adjustment Denver must make to beat Jacksonville.