Denver #Broncos head coach Sean Payton comments on Kansas City #Chiefs potentially resting starters in Week 18 | @EdEastonJr

After back-to-back losses to the Los Angeles Chargers and the Cincinnati Bengals, the Broncos now find themselves in a must-win situation entering Week 18 if they wish to make the playoffs. And while the Kansas City Chiefs are expected to rest many of their starters, that doesn't mean the Broncos should take anything for granted.

The Broncos would clinch a playoff berth with a win on Sunday, and Denver coach Sean Payton isn't concerned that the opposition won't be at full strength. Denver (9-7) plays host to the Kansas City Chiefs (15-1),

The coach said he's pondered his decision after Saturday's OT loss to the Bengals, but his team now must focus on a win-and-in finale.

Denver Post Broncos beat reporter Parker Gabriel and Ryan McFadden are joined by columnist Troy Renck to set up the final week of the regular season. The Broncos most likely need a win Sunday afternoon against Kansas City — featuring backups at several positions — to make the AFC playoff field.

The Denver Broncos–Cincinnati Bengals game had NFL fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish, especially in overtime. But overtime could've been avoided if the Broncos would've gone for a two-point conversion instead of an extra point to end regulation.

It's going to be an exciting finish to the 2024 NFL season for the Denver Broncos. Or so they hope. It's all on the line as the Broncos (9-7) host their AFC West rival, the Kansas City Chiefs, in their Week 18 season finale.