Denver hosts Los Angeles on Sunday Night Football in Week 3. Both teams are 1-1; the matchup will hinge on Denver’s pass rush vs. Matthew Stafford and whether Bo Nix and the offense can keep pace.
The matchup is expected to be decided by the Broncos’ ability to pressure Matthew Stafford and disrupt the Rams’ passing game.
Bo Nix and Denver’s offense will need to score if the pass rush can’t consistently affect Stafford.
# Game snapshot
Who: Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Rams
When: Sunday, September 27, 2026 — kickoff 6:20 p.m. Mountain
Where: Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, Colorado
Announcers: Mike Tirico (play-by-play), Cris Collinsworth (analyst), Melissa Stark (sideline)
Both teams enter Week 3 at 1-1 after opposite starts: a lopsided loss in Week 1 followed by a bounce-back win in Week 2. Denver gets its second prime-time game in the first three weeks and will try to protect home field against a Rams team that can move the ball through the air.
# Why this matchup matters
The simple matchup to watch is Denver's pass rush versus Matthew Stafford. The Broncos' defense needs sustained pressure to force mistakes and break the Rams' rhythm. If the pass rush can get home regularly, Denver's chances rise because Stafford is the engine of the Rams' offense.
If Denver's pass rush doesn't show up, the responsibility shifts to Bo Nix and the offense to keep pace in a potentially high-scoring game. The preview centers on whether Denver can balance defensive disruption with enough offensive scoring to stay in front.
# How to watch and follow
# Practical viewing details
# Roster and season context
# Quick look at Denver's remaining early-season slate
This stretch underlines the importance of early wins to avoid digging a hole in a tough schedule.
# Bottom line
The Denver Broncos host the Los Angeles Rams in Week 3. Let's dive into everything you need to know for this SNF showdown.
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