Mile High Report · Jul 3, 2020
How long do elite offenses last in the modern NFL?
Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports The Denver Broncos have not had an elite offense since 2014. Even with a hobbled Peyton Manning in the later half of the season (he got hurt against the Rams), the Broncos averaged 31.5 points per game in the final six regular season games and scored 22 or more points in every one of those games. The Bronco’s elite offense lasted three seasons: 2012, 2013 and 2014. How long do elite offenses last in the modern NFL?
So what do I mean by an elite offense? I define an elite scoring team as one that finishes in the top quartile of the league (ranked 8th or better). The Broncos were ranked second, first and second in scoring in 2012, 2013 and 2014.
