Bronkens favored to extend four-game win streak in Carolina

The Denver Broncos will attempt to extend a four-game winning streak when they face the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.

DraftKings lists Denver as a 2.5-point favorite despite playing away from home. The Broncos currently lead the AFC West. Their recent schedule included victories over the defending-champion Seattle Seahawks and the Kansas City Chiefs. Both teams are considered contenders for the 2026 season.

Quarterback Bo Nix has not thrown an interception in five straight games. The Broncos won four of those contests. Denver's defense is allowing 20.6 points per game. The unit has limited opposing aerial attacks while regaining health on the sideline.

On offense, rookie running back Jonah Coleman is showing increased activity alongside JK Dobbins. This backfield faces a Carolina defense that has allowed 140.7 rushing yards per game. The Panthers entered Week 9 with a losing record last season, a result that required divisional help to secure a playoff berth.

Carolina's offense showed progress earlier in the 2026 campaign. Quarterback Bryce Young, running back Chuba Hubbard, and wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan contributed to a victory over the Detroit Lions in Week 4. The team has struggled since that game. The Panthers scored 13 points against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and needed a late touchdown to reach 19 points against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday.

The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every NFL game 10,000 times. The model projects Denver to cover the spread in 63% of those simulations. It rates the pick as an 'A' grade. The model is up more than $5,000 for $100 players on its top-rated NFL picks since its inception. It entered Week 9 on a 60-51 run on top-rated picks dating back to 2024.