NFL · Defense vs Position · 2026

Denver Broncos Defense vs Running Backs

Fantasy matchup analysis — how many points the Broncos allow to running backs. Updated through the 2025 season. Use this to identify streamers and make start/sit decisions.

8.6
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to running backs
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs RB
75
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs Broncos

Players who have historically scored most against the Denver Broncos defense:

#1 Target 🎯
Jonathan Taylor
IND
19.8
avg pts vs Broncos (2 games)
#2 Target
Ameer Abdullah
JAX
15.8
avg pts vs Broncos (2 games)
#3 Target
Kenneth Walker
KC
13.9
avg pts vs Broncos (2 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games running backs faced the Denver Broncos (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2025 Wk18 Jaret Patterson
LAC
6.7
S2025 Wk18 Kimani Vidal
LAC
2
S2025 Wk17 Kenneth Walker
KC
7.7
S2025 Wk17 Brashard Smith
KC
9.5
S2025 Wk17 Emari Demercado
KC
4
S2025 Wk17 Kenneth Walker
KC
7.7
S2025 Wk17 Kareem Hunt
UNK
3.8
S2025 Wk16 LeQuint Allen
JAX
1
S2025 Wk15 Josh Jacobs
GB
23.2
S2025 Wk15 Chris Brooks
GB
2.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Denver Broncos defense good or bad for fantasy running backs?
The Denver Broncos allow an average of 8.6 fantasy points per game to running backs, ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (75 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which running backs should I start against the Denver Broncos?
Historically, running backs who have scored most against the Denver Broncos: Jonathan Taylor (19.8 avg pts in 2 games), Ameer Abdullah (15.8 avg pts in 2 games), Kenneth Walker (13.9 avg pts in 2 games). Connect your league to PlayCaller for a roster-specific verdict.
How do I use defense vs position data in fantasy football?
Defense vs position (DVP) data shows how many fantasy points a team has historically allowed to a specific position. High avg pts allowed = easy matchup. Low avg pts allowed = tough matchup. Use it as a tiebreaker when deciding between two similarly-ranked players with different matchups.

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