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What’s wrong with the Denver Broncos’ running game?

September 18, 2024

Sep 15, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams (33) carries the ball in the second half against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Zach Allen looks like a monster.

DJ Jones looks like an acrobat.

John Franklin-Myers looks like a perfect addition.

And bringing Malcolm Roach in off the bench is a luxury.

The Broncos’ run defense isn’t perfect, but the proof of concept is there. The defensive line defeats blocks at the sixth-best clip in the NFL, per ESPN.