In-form Broncos hold on to pip Raiders

The Denver Broncos ground out a narrow 10-7 win over the Las Vegas Raiders to maintain the best record in the NFL.

In a tight game, just three points scored in the whole second half but they were vital as Wil Lutz scored a 32-yard field goal to send the Broncos to an 8-2 record.

They had more penalties than first downs in a stop-start game at Mile High Stadium but are top of the AFC West after a seventh straight win.

Coach Sean Payton said his team can refine their style as they look to keep on winning games.

“You search for that Shangri-La. Right now, you know, we’re sitting at eight wins. I think we’re the only team sitting there.”

The Broncos defence sacked Raiders quarterback Geno Smith six times and did not allow a first down in seven straight Raiders drives.

Las Vegas’ last drive ended in a missed field goal which would have tied the game, as they fall to a 2-7 record.