{"id":18144,"date":"2025-11-24T23:56:22","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T03:56:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/denver-broncos-on-bye-week-nov-24-arizona-cardinals-fall-to-jaguars-in-ot\/"},"modified":"2025-11-24T23:56:53","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T03:56:53","slug":"32249-denver-broncos-on-bye-week-nov-24-arizona-cardinals-fall-to-jaguars-in-ot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/32249-denver-broncos-on-bye-week-nov-24-arizona-cardinals-fall-to-jaguars-in-ot\/","title":{"rendered":"Denver Broncos on bye week Nov 24, Arizona Cardinals fall to Jaguars in OT"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

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\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts:<\/p>\n

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  • Broncos<\/b> rest in Week 12 with a 9-2 record<\/b>, leading the AFC West<\/li>\n
  • Jaguars<\/b> improve to 7-4<\/b> after overtime thriller at State Farm Stadium<\/li>\n
  • Cam Little<\/b> nailed a clutch 52-yard field goal<\/b> in overtime to seal the win<\/li>\n
  • Trevor Lawrence<\/b> threw 3 TD passes<\/b> despite 4 turnovers<\/b> in dramatic performance<\/li>\n
  • Cardinals<\/b> fall to 3-8<\/b>, continuing their maddening season of close losses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

    Broncos Rest and Recharge on Bye<\/h2>\n

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

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

    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.<\/p>\n

    Jaguars Survive Wild Overtime Finish<\/h2>\n

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

    Lawrence’s stat line screamed chaos: 256 yards, 3 TDs, 3 INTs<\/b>, and 4 turnovers<\/b> overall. Yet his teammates kept fighting. The defense forced 4 turnovers<\/b> from the Cardinals<\/b>, turning chaos into victory. This is the kind of win that defines seasons\u2014ugly but unquestionable.<\/p>\n

    Cam Little<\/b>‘s boot decided it all. His 52-yard field goal<\/b> with 7:46 remaining in overtime<\/b> gave Jacksonville the lead for good. The Cardinals<\/b> couldn’t answer with their own score, and Jaguars<\/b> fans erupted in desert heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Stat<\/th>\nJaguars<\/th>\nCardinals<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Final Score<\/b><\/td>\n27<\/b><\/td>\n24<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Record<\/b><\/td>\n7-4<\/b><\/td>\n3-8<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    QB Passing Yards<\/b><\/td>\nLawrence: 256<\/b><\/td>\nTBA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    QB TD Passes<\/b><\/td>\n3<\/b><\/td>\nTBA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Turnovers Forced<\/b><\/td>\nDefense: 4<\/b><\/td>\nTBA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Winning Score<\/b><\/td>\nCam Little 52-yd FG (OT)<\/b><\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    What This Means for Both Teams Moving Forward<\/h2>\n

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

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

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

    Key Storylines to Watch Heading Into Week 13<\/h2>\n
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    • Denver’s injury report<\/b>\u2014Who comes back healthy after the bye week?<\/li>\n
    • Trevor Lawrence’s consistency<\/b>\u2014Can he clean up the turnovers going forward?<\/li>\n
    • Arizona’s playoff chances<\/b>\u2014At 3-8<\/b>, every game just got more critical<\/li>\n
    • Cam Little’s leg<\/b>\u2014He set an NFL record 3 weeks ago<\/b> with a 68-yard field goal<\/b><\/li>\n
    • AFC Wild Card picture<\/b>\u2014The Jaguars’ win<\/b> keeps them alive in the playoff hunt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Can Arizona Turn This Around Before It’s Too Late?<\/h2>\n

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

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

      Watch the official highlights to see the wild overtime finish:<\/p>\n