PHOTOS: Denver Broncos defeat Los Angeles Chargers

Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (38) is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) and Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. (3) in the first half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams (33) is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley (0) in the second half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) carries the ball in the second half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos safety P.J. Locke (6) jumps up to kiss his wife after the Broncos’ win over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Broncos place kicker Wil Lutz kicks a field goal in the first half Sunday in Denver. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette)

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) walks the sidelines on Sunday at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold. the gazette)

Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Allen (99) and Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto (42) celebrate taking possession in a turnover from the Los Angeles Chargers in the second half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. The Broncos won 16-9. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos defensive end Ronnie Perkins (51) runs off the field in the second half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) is tackled by Denver Broncos defensive tackle Mike Purcell (98) and Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton (49) in the first half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham (4) on the field before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham (4) warms up before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham (4) throws an incomplete pass in the first half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Phillip Dorsett (13) is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers safety Alohi Gilman (32) in the first half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos guard Quinn Meinerz (77) signs a fan’s sweatshirt before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos offensive tackle Garett Bolles (72) warms up before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) runs onto the field at the start of warmups before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham (4) warms up before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham (4) warms up before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos defensive end Ronnie Perkins (51) prays before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

in the first half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Johnson (89) is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Michael Davis (43) in the first half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) carries the ball in the first half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (38) carries the ball in the first half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

A Los Angeles Chargers fan cheers after they scored a field goal in the first half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Lil’Jordan Humphrey (17) makes it past the Los Angeles Chargers’ defense and scores a touchdown in the first half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Lil’Jordan Humphrey (17) runs in a touchdown in the first half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

A Denver Broncos cheerleader dances in the first half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos fans cheer for the defense in the second half of a game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

A Denver Broncos fan rips open his shirt to show off his fake muscles in the second half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos safety P.J. Locke (6) runs in the second half of a game on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos fans cheer and celebrate during a game on New Year’s Eve on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)

Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Johnson (89) stops and dances for the crowd following the Broncos’ win over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette) (Parker Seibold)