The Broncos take the field for their season opener on Sunday as the team hosts the Pittsburgh Steelers looking for its first win of the 2024 season. The Steelers are coming off a Week 1 win, sparked by kicker and AFC Special Teams Player of the Week Chris Boswell, whose six field goals gave the team an 18-10 victory over the Falcons.

Denver’s defense got off to a fast start in Week 1, throwing an interception and making two safeties in the first half. The defensive unit could look for more big-play opportunities in Week 2 as it faces quarterback Justin Fields, who is expected to make his second start with the team.

Outside linebacker Jonathan Cooperwho recorded two sacks in Week 1, could expect another strong performance alongside the outside linebacker Baron Browning, who exerted pressure last week.

Offensively, the Broncos will look to find a rhythm early as they face a challenging defensive unit that allowed just one touchdown and three takeaways last week. Rookie quarterback Bo Nix is set to make his first home start and will be looking for more scoring opportunities in Week 2. With a 23-yard scramble and 4-yard rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter of Week 1, Nix showed his ability to make plays and will be looking to build some positive momentum in this week’s game. Head Coach Sean Payton also emphasized the importance of running the ball more efficiently, and Denver may look to add running backs Javonte WilliamsAnd Jaleel McLaughlin to lead this effort.

The Broncos have ruled wide receiver Devaughn Vele (ribs) out of Sunday’s game against Pittsburgh. Tackle Garett Bolles (calf), wide receiver Josh Reynolds (Achilles), center Luke Wattenberg (ankle) and outside linebacker Jonah Elliss (knee) were not assigned to game status and are expected to be available Sunday.

Pittsburgh declared guard Isaac Seumalo (pecs) unfit to play, while quarterback Russell Wilson (calf) and wide receiver Roman Wilson (ankle) were listed as questionable.

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