Broncos focus on tackling after 28 missed chances against Chiefs: ‘Unacceptable’

The Denver Broncos are focusing on defensive basics after missing 28 tackles in a 31-10 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Their 29.8% missed tackle rate was the third highest in the NFL since 2018. The team allowed 247 missed tackle yards during the game.
ENGLEWOOD — It’s back to basics for the Broncos defense. Denver missed 28 tackles in Monday night’s 31-10 loss to the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. The Broncos’ missed tackle rate (29.8%) was the third highest in an NFL game since 2018, according to Next Gen Stats. Their 247 missed tackle yards allowed were the most […]
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