How VULNERABLE are the Chiefs, and how can the Broncos take advantage?
The Broncos need pressure on Patrick Mahomes—but they can’t lose sight of the ground game on either side of the ball. On The Drive, Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay discuss what Denver needs from Vance Joseph’s defensive plan and why stopping the run has to be a priority.
The guys break down the importance of disguised looks and timely pressure, then turn to Denver’s own rushing attack. After a step forward in the previous game, Sean Payton explains why a different defensive front will require adjustments in technique. Zach and Phil make their case for giving Jonah Coleman more work, arguing that the rookie has shown enough to earn a bigger opportunity against a stout Kansas City front.
Defensively, the message is just as emphatic: don’t let Kenneth Walker III beat you again. The guys debate forcing Mahomes to be the difference-maker rather than allowing another costly breakdown against the run—before a tangled “fool me once” exchange brings some humor to a serious concern.
Broncos Country, how should Vance Joseph balance pressure with stopping the run—and how big a role should Jonah Coleman have against Kansas City? Share your game plan in the comments, like the video and subscribe for more Broncos coverage from The Drive with Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay.
