While the Broncos did surrender 41 points, their defense is still regarded as top-tier in the league, having held six of their first eight opponents to 20 points or fewer. The Broncos can't let one loss derail their season and lose that confidence the defense has thrived on.

The Denver Broncos soared into second place in the AFC West behind a robust defense, a surprisingly effective rookie quarterback and the ability to win on the road.

Denver entered the game 5-3 with the NFL’s third-ranked defense, but the Baltimore offense shredded them, as Vance Joseph’s defense surrendered 396 yards and five touchdowns on the afternoon. The