Denver pulled off a gritty upset over Philadelphia with a strong fourth quarter and a handful of standout performances. The win clustered around a dominant pass rush from Nick Bonitto, plus timely plays from Courtland Sutton and Bo Nix as the offense found rhythm late. Denver’s defense forced timely stops and a run of solid runs from D.J. Jones and John Franklin-Myers helped shut the Eagles down in the red zone. For fantasy folks, Bonitto and Sutton are the obvious immediate targets, with Nix showing a ceiling that fantasy rosters will want to chase after a cleaner fourth period.

Beyond the big names, Ja’Quan McMillian has become the Broncos’ most consistent corner, while Ben Powers and Garrett Bolles anchored the line in a bout that tested Denver’s depth. Engelaged players like Engram made key plays, and Wattenberg steadied center. The game also highlighted some midseason questions for the Broncos, especially at right tackle and RG, but the fourth-quarter surge provided a profitable blueprint for future fantasy production.

Keep an eye on how Denver leans on its edge pressure, as Bonitto’s success against top tackles could unlock more favorable matchups. Sutton remains a sturdy PPR option whenever the Broncos stay with clean routes and efficient QB play, while McMillian offers a cornerback floor that can translate into weekly fantasy value in opportunistic lineups.

Denver's offensive line vaults to No. 1 after a Week 4 performance that yielded six pressures and zero sacks on 45 pass plays, driving a 93.3 PFF pass-blocking efficiency that sits among the league’s elite. Bolles leads the unit with an 88.1 overall grade, while Powers and Meinerz anchor the interior with exceptional pass-game consistency. Week 5 projections reinforce the starting five of Bolles, Powers, Wattenberg, Meinerz, and McGlinchey as a unit that fantasy managers should watch closely.

Buffalo rises with strong run protection and a revamped forward wall. Van Demark’s 82.0 run-blocking grade tops the Bills, complemented by Edwards’ 75.3 overall grade and Dawkins’ 77.8, both ranking highly among guards and tackles. The shift comes as Cincinnati’s defense faced a tougher challenge and Philly’s line wobbled, underscoring how weekly OL play shapes fantasy output for both quarterbacks and backs in a league where clean pockets remain king.

Denver must snap its skid on Monday Night Football against Cincinnati. Luke Wattenberg needs a clean rebound at center, diagnosing stunts and protecting Bo Nix to jumpstart a zone-heavy run game. RJ Harvey should be featured more as a receiving option out of the backfield to balance the attack and spare the rookie in the ground game. Jonathon Cooper and Nik Bonitto have to bring sustained edge pressure, exploiting Bengals tackles Orlando Brown Jr. and Amarius Mims. A cleaner line, smarter backfield usage, and tighter rush discipline could flip the game in Denver’s favor.

Payton’s plans hinge on Wattenberg’s growth, Harvey’s versatility as a pass catcher, and Cooper/Bonitto delivering pressure on Jake Browning. If Denver can translate interior protection into a dependable short-passing rhythm and turn quick pressures into sacks, they’ll carve out a pivotal win and steady their season trajectory.