The Denver Broncos defeated the Arizona Cardinals 30-16 on Sunday behind Bo Nix’s game-leading 73 rushing yards and a touchdown, using a strong third quarter to take control at State Farm Stadium. Denver improved to 5-2 in this Week 7 regular-season matchup, while Arizona slipped to 2-5 despite productive afternoons from Jacoby Brissett and Trey McBride.
In front of 64,871 fans in Glendale, the Broncos built a first-half advantage, expanded it after the break and finished without needing a late comeback. Arizona generated passing production, but Denver’s scoring across all four quarters proved more valuable than the Cardinals’ individual yardage totals.
Denver Creates Separation After Halftime
The Broncos opened with a 6-0 first quarter, keeping Arizona off the scoreboard through the opening period. Both offenses added points in the second, with Denver outscoring the Cardinals 7-6 to carry a 13-6 lead into halftime. That left Arizona within one possession and the outcome very much unsettled.
The third quarter changed the shape of the afternoon. Denver added 14 points to Arizona’s seven, doubling its halftime margin and entering the fourth ahead 27-13. Rather than allowing the Cardinals to erase their early deficit, the Broncos made their most productive scoring quarter the turning point.
Each team added three points in the fourth, leaving the final margin at 14. There was no overtime finish or fourth-quarter comeback: Denver’s work through three periods gave it enough separation to withstand Arizona’s final-quarter scoring.
The supplied scoring summary does not identify individual scoring drives, field-goal distances, turnovers, sacks, red-zone stops or fourth-down attempts. Those details cannot be assigned to specific moments, but the quarter-by-quarter progression clearly shows where Denver established its advantage.
Key Performers
Bo Nix, Broncos: 7 CAR, 73 YDS, 1 TD. Nix led all rushers and averaged 10.4 yards per carry, giving Denver significant production from the quarterback position on the ground. His rushing touchdown was a notable contribution in a road victory. His passing completions, attempts, yards, touchdowns and interceptions were not included in the supplied data.
Jacoby Brissett, Cardinals: 27/48, 272 YDS, 1 TD. Brissett led the game in passing yards, completing 56.3 percent of his attempts. His 48 throws produced yardage but did not translate into enough scoring to keep pace with Denver. An interception total was not supplied.
Trey McBride, Cardinals: 10 REC, 111 YDS, 1 TD. McBride was the game’s receiving leader, reaching double-digit catches and providing Arizona’s listed receiving touchdown. His production made him the central figure in the Cardinals’ passing attack.
NerdSports Stat: Trey McBride accounted for 40.8 percent of Arizona’s 272 passing yards, gaining 111 yards on his 10 receptions.
What Comes Next
Denver returns home to face the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, November 1, at 1:25 PM PST, an AFC West matchup with division-race implications. Arizona hosts the Dallas Cowboys that day at 10:00 AM PST, looking to earn its first home victory after an 0-3 start in Glendale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Denver Broncos defeated Arizona Cardinals 30-16 on October 25, 2026.
The supplied statistics do not identify Denver’s passing leader or provide a passing yardage or touchdown total.
No. Denver won 30-16 in regulation.
Denver is now 5-2; Arizona is 2-5.
Denver hosts the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 1:25 PM PST.
