Broncos vs. Jaguars: 5 things Denver fans should know about the Jags

The Denver Broncos (0-1) prepare to face the Jacksonville Jaguars in their home opener on Sunday, September 20. To gain insight into the Jaguars' team and their upcoming matchup, we reached out to Paul Bretl of Jaguars Wire for five key questions. Here's what he had to say:

1. The Jaguars were a playoff team in 2025. Notable changes made during the offseason included losing linebacker Devin Lloyd and running back Travis Etienne in free agency.

2. A position of strength for the Jaguars in 2026 is their wide receiver room, which boasts strong depth and playmaking potential. However, there are concerns regarding the running game, particularly with the potential lack of depth from Travis Etienne's absence, and the inconsistency of the offensive line.

3. One new Jaguar to watch in 2026 is TE Nate Boerkircher, the team's second-round draft pick. Boerkircher's blocking abilities and versatility as a tight end add depth to the passing game and open up play-calling options for the team.

4. For the Jaguars to secure victory on the road against the Broncos in Week 2, the offensive line must provide a reliable running game to complement Trevor Lawrence's pass. Additionally, slowing down the Denver run offense could render the Broncos offense one-dimensional, opening opportunities for Jaguars players like Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker.

5. Predicting the final score, Bretl suggests that the Jaguars could pull off a narrow 27-24 victory over the Broncos. He attributes this prediction to the Jaguars' strong performance both offensively and defensively last season, and their potential to execute well in the challenging environment of the Broncos' home stadium.