Date: October 8th, 2023 

Time: 4:05 PM ET 

Location: Empower Field at Mile High 

Television: CBS

The New York Jets and Denver Broncos are both struggling teams heading into Week 5, but the Broncos are the slight favorites in this matchup. The Jets have been one of the most disappointing teams in the NFL so far this season, while the Broncos have shown flashes of potential, but have not been able to put it all together yet.

Jets Season So Far

The Jets are led by quarterback Zach Wilson, who has been inconsistent so far this season. Wilson has thrown for 876 yards, four touchdowns, and six interceptions in four games. He’s also been a good runner, with 115 yards and one touchdown on the ground.

The Jets’ running game has been one of their strengths this season, as they’re averaging 129.8 yards per game on the ground. Breece Hall has been the Jets’ lead back, and he’s been one of the most impressive rookie running backs in the NFL so far this season.

Jet’s Defense Suffers This Season

The Jets’ defense has been one of their weaknesses this season, as they’re allowing 26.8 points per game, which is 28th in the league. They’ve also forced just five turnovers, which is tied for the fewest in the league.

Broncos Have Solid Start to Season

The Broncos are led by quarterback Russell Wilson, who has been solid so far this season. Wilson has thrown for 1,014 yards, six touchdowns, and two interceptions in four games. He’s also been a good runner, with 110 yards and one touchdown on the ground.

The Broncos’ running game has been one of their weaknesses this season, as they’re averaging just 95.5 yards per game on the ground. Javonte Williams has been the Broncos’ lead back, but he’s been struggling to find his rhythm this season.

Broncos Struggle on Defense

The Broncos’ defense has been one of the worst in the NFL so far this season. They’re allowing 25.8 points per game, which is 29th in the league. They’ve also forced just six turnovers, which is tied for the fewest in the league.

Prediction for Jets vs Broncos Game

This is a tough game to predict, as the Jets and Broncos are both struggling teams. However, I think the Broncos have a slight edge in this matchup. The Broncos have a better offense than the Jets, and their defense is just as good. I think the Broncos will be able to win this game by a score of 21-17.

Pick: Broncos 21, Jets 17

Key Players for the Jets

For the New York Jets, there are a few names to look for. Jet’s quarterback, Zach Wilson, will have many eyes on him as is stepping in for Aaron Rogers. Finally, some other big names are Breece Hall, Garrett Wilson, Carl Lawson, and Quinnen Williams.

Key Players for the Broncos 

As for the Broncos, we will be watching Russell Wilson as well as Javonte Williams, Jerry Jeudy, Bradley Chubb, and Justin Simmons.

Matchups to Watch

• Zach Wilson vs. Broncos defense: Wilson has been inconsistent so far this season, but he’s capable of having a big game. The Bronco’s defense has been one of the worst in the NFL so far this season, so Wilson should have an opportunity to have a good game.
• Breece Hall vs. Broncos defense: Hall has been one of the most impressive rookie running backs in the NFL so far this season. The Bronco’s defense has been one of the worst in the NFL at stopping the run this season, so Hall should have an opportunity to have a big game.
• Russell Wilson vs. Jets defense: Wilson has been solid so far this season. The Jet’s defense has been one of the worst in the NFL so far this season, so Wilson should have an opportunity to have a good game.

The Jets vs. Broncos game in Week 5 will be one to watch. At the end of the day, both teams are struggling, but they have the potential to be good teams. In the end, I think the Broncos have a slight edge in this matchup, but the Jets could definitely win this game. All in all, we are sticking with the Broncos for this week’s matchup.

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