Talib is back: CB Aqib Talib returns to the Broncos defense after missing the last three games (back injury). Talib has allowed a 40.2 passer rating while in coverage this season.
No-fly zone: Denver's defense has allowed a 71.0 passer rating to opposing QBs this year (1st in NFL).
Best pass rush ever?: Denver averages 8.1 QB hits per game this season, which is the highest such average since QB hits started being tracked in 2000.
Achilles heel on defense: The Broncos defense has allowed a league-worst 476 passing yards to tight ends and running backs lined up in the slot.
Missing C.J.: The Denver offense has averaged just 64.3 rush yards per game since C.J. Anderson was placed on injured reserve (Week 8).
Siemian slumping: In his first four games this year, Trevor Siemian had a 4-0 record and a 99.6 passer rating. In his last five starts, Siemian has a 3-2 record and a 77.2 rating.