Denver Broncos on bye week Nov 24, Arizona Cardinals fall to Jaguars in OT

Two massive stories dominated the NFL this Sunday. The Denver Broncos took their bye week at the perfect time. Meanwhile, the Jacksonville Jaguars pulled off an incredible 27-24 overtime victory against the Arizona Cardinals on Nov. 23.

Broncos Rest and Recharge on Bye

The Denver Broncos couldn’t have asked for better timing. After crushing the Kansas City Chiefs 22-19 on Nov. 16, Denver gets Week 12 to rest and recover. Head coach Sean Payton called it the right time for a bye, with injuries stacking up across the roster.

At 9-2, the Broncos dominate the AFC West by two full games. They’re sitting pretty with 6 games remaining on their schedule. Next up? A road trip to face the Washington Commanders on Nov. 30. The bye week gives key players time to heal up before another crucial stretch.

Denver’s defense ranks among the league’s best. They’re generating pressure like crazy. Plus, the offense has found rhythm with solid quarterback play and a balanced attack.

Jaguars Survive Wild Overtime Finish

It wasn’t pretty. But the Jacksonville Jaguars got it done at State Farm Stadium. Trevor Lawrence threw three touchdown passes and somehow escaped with a 27-24 overtime victory despite sailing through one of the messiest games imaginable.

Lawrence’s stat line screamed chaos: 256 yards, 3 TDs, 3 INTs, and 4 turnovers overall. Yet his teammates kept fighting. The defense forced 4 turnovers from the Cardinals, turning chaos into victory. This is the kind of win that defines seasons—ugly but unquestionable.

Cam Little‘s boot decided it all. His 52-yard field goal with 7:46 remaining in overtime gave Jacksonville the lead for good. The Cardinals couldn’t answer with their own score, and Jaguars fans erupted in desert heat.

Stat	Jaguars	Cardinals
Final Score	27	24
Record	7-4	3-8
QB Passing Yards	Lawrence: 256	TBA
QB TD Passes	3	TBA
Turnovers Forced	Defense: 4	TBA
Winning Score	Cam Little 52-yd FG (OT)	N/A

What This Means for Both Teams Moving Forward

The Broncos are flying. They control their destiny in the AFC. Getting Payton‘s squad healthier during this bye makes them even scarier heading into December football.

Meanwhile, the Jaguars are trending upward. Winning on the road in overtime against a division rival shows resilience. Lawrence survived turnovers and still got the job done. That’s maturity from a young quarterback.

The Cardinals, though? This loss has to sting. They forced turnovers and couldn’t put Jacksonville away. Arizona keeps losing close games. That’s a pattern that needs breaking fast.

Key Storylines to Watch Heading Into Week 13

• Denver’s injury report—Who comes back healthy after the bye week?
• Trevor Lawrence’s consistency—Can he clean up the turnovers going forward?
• Arizona’s playoff chances—At 3-8, every game just got more critical
• Cam Little’s leg—He set an NFL record 3 weeks ago with a 68-yard field goal
• AFC Wild Card picture—The Jaguars’ win keeps them alive in the playoff hunt

Can Arizona Turn This Around Before It’s Too Late?

The Phoenix Cardinals forced 4 turnovers and still lost. That’s the kind of game that defines a season. Either you respond with fury, or you spiral. Arizona doesn’t have time for spiraling.

The AFC West is wide open for teams not named Denver. The Jaguars’ victory shows that any team can catch fire. The Cardinals have to prove they weren’t just pretenders. Next up is Week 13, and every snap matters now.

Watch the official highlights to see the wild overtime finish:

Sources

• ESPN – Game recap and official statistics
• Jacksonville Jaguars Official – Game report and team news
• NFL.com – Full game highlights and highlights video