The upcoming game against the Minnesota Vikings presents another tough test for the Denver Broncos defense - especially on the ground. Denver has faced several top running backs and rushing attacks throughout the season, with some mixed results.
However, over the last few weeks, since promoting Mike Purcell to the starting nose tackle slot and starting Alexander Johnson at inside linebacker, the Broncos rushing defense has been downright stifling.
I worked with our resident stats and numbers guru, Joe Mahoney, to examine just how much Denver’s run defense has been shutting down opposing rushing attacks, especially after seeing them hold Nick Chubb to 3.