But even though Denver has all-but-locked the AFC West, this could turn into a trap game. The defense has clearly lost a step with DeMarcus Ware out due to injury, and that could give Chargers QB Phillip Rivers a few more opportunities to get the ball downfield.
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Here’s what you need to know in order to see for yourself.
What time is the Broncos vs. Chargers game?
The Broncos-Chargers game starts at 4:05 p.m. ET.
What channel is the Broncos vs. Chargers game on?
The Broncos-Chargers game will be aired on CBS in select markets.
Who is on the Broncos injury report?
Peyton Manning, quarterback — foot — OutOwen Daniels, tight end — knee — ProbableLorenzo Doss, cornerback — illness — ProbableBennie Fowler, wide receiver — ankle — QuestionableVirgil Green, tight end — finger — ProbableRyan Harris, tackle — knee — ProbableRonnie Hillman, running back — tooth — ProbableCody Latimer, wide receiver — non-injury — ProbableEvan Mathis, guard — ankle — ProbableCorey Nelson, linebacker — non-injury — ProbableBrock Osweiler, quarterback — quad — ProbableMatt Paradis, center — ankle/finger — ProbableEmmanuel Sanders, wide receiver — ankle/finger — ProbableMichael Schofield, tackle — finger — ProbableLouis Vasquez, guard — groin — QuestionableVance Walker, defensive end — shoulder — ProbableT.J. Ward, safety — ankle — OutDeMarcus Ware, defensive end — back — OutSylvester Williams, nose tackle — ankle — Out
Who is on the Chargers injury report?
Who will win the Broncos-Chargers game?
Osweiler’s performance against the Patriots impressed both of our experts, so much so that they expect a repeat performance this week. David Steele expects C.J. Anderson and Ronnie Hillman to have a field day against the Chargers defense while Vinnie Iyer believes that Osweiler will help the Broncos pick up the win and cover the spread.
