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Two struggling teams will attempt to end their losing streaks at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday, December 18, 2022, when the Denver Broncos (3-10), who are stuck in a five-game skid, take on the Arizona Cardinals (4-9), who have lost three games in a row.
Broncos vs. Cardinals Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 3 points, with oddsmakers listing the Broncos as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, the Broncos have -145 odds to pick up the win, while the Cardinals are listed at +125 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the total for the game is set at 36 points.
Game Info
How to Watch Broncos vs. Cardinals Live?
- Game Day: Sunday, December 18, 2022
- Game Time: 4:05 PM ET
- TV Channel: FOX
- Location: Denver, Colorado
- Stadium: Empower Field at Mile High
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Broncos
The Broncos are putting up 315.5 yards per game on offense (27th in NFL), and they rank seventh on the other side of the ball with 314.3 yards allowed per game. While the Broncos rank worst in the NFL in scoring offense with 14.9 points per game, it’s been a different situation defensively, as they rank fourth-best (18.3 points per game allowed).
The Broncos are putting up 212.4 passing yards per game on offense this year (22nd in NFL), and they are surrendering 196.6 passing yards per game (seventh) on defense. The Broncos are averaging 103.2 rushing yards per game on offense this season (25th in NFL), and they are allowing 117.7 rushing yards per game (17th) on defense.
The Broncos have the third-best third-down defense this season (33.1% third-down conversion rate allowed), but they rank worst on the offensive side of the ball (28.1% third-down conversion rate). The Broncos have the fifth-best defense in the NFL in terms of yards per play allowed (4.9), while their offense is ranked 25th, picking up 5.0 per play. With 16 forced turnovers (14th in NFL) against 14 turnovers committed (sixth in NFL), the Broncos’ +2 turnover margin ranks 10th in the league.
Cardinals
The Cardinals rank 20th with 333.8 total yards per contest on offense, and they rank 21st with 354.0 total yards given up per game on the defensive side of the ball. The Cardinals have been struggling defensively, ranking worst with 26.8 points allowed per game. They have been more productive offensively, generating 21.3 points per contest (17th-ranked).
The Cardinals are putting up 219.1 passing yards per game on offense this season (18th-ranked). Meanwhile, they are surrendering 243.8 passing yards per game (25th-ranked) on defense. The Cardinals are accumulating 114.8 rushing yards per game on offense this season (17th-ranked). Meanwhile, they are giving up 110.2 rushing yards per contest (eighth-ranked) on defense.
The Cardinals rank 24th in the NFL with a 37.0% third-down conversion rate on offense, and 27th with a 43.7% third-down percentage allowed on the defensive side of the ball. The Cardinals are putting up 4.9 yards per play on offense this season (27th-ranked). Meanwhile, they are allowing 5.7 yards per play (20th-ranked) on defense. With 15 forced turnovers (15th in NFL) and 15 turnovers committed (11th in NFL) this season, the Cardinals rank 15th in the NFL with a turnover margin of 0.
Broncos vs. Cardinals Injury Report
Broncos
| Player | Pos. | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Wilson | QB | Concussion | Questionable |
| Mike Boone | RB | Ankle | Out |
| Kendall Hinton | WR | Hamstring | Questionable |
| Courtland Sutton | WR | Hamstring | Questionable |
| Dalton Risner | OG | Back | Questionable |
| Brandon McManus | K | Quad | Questionable |
| Dakota Allen | LB | Hamstring | Questionable |
| Jacob Bobenmoyer | LS | Wrist | Probable |
| D.J. Jones | DT | Shoulder | Probable |
| Brandon Johnson | WR | Hip | Probable |
| Dre’Mont Jones | DE | Hip | Questionable |
| Jacob Martin | OLB | Knee | Out |
| Randy Gregory | OLB | Knee | Questionable |
| K’Waun Williams | CB | Wrist | Questionable |
| Andrew Beck | TE | Hamstring | Questionable |
Cardinals
| Player | Pos. | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyler Murray | QB | Knee | Out |
| Colt McCoy | QB | Neck | Questionable |
| Byron Murphy | CB | Back | Questionable |
| Zach Allen | DE | Hand | Out |
| Marco Wilson | CB | Neck | Questionable |
| Rondale Moore | WR | Groin | Out |
Broncos vs. Cardinals Betting Analysis
Broncos Betting Insights
The Broncos have covered the spread five times this season (5-8-0). The Broncos are winless against the spread when they are 3-point favorites or more (0-3).
This season, Broncos games have hit the over twice. The Broncos finished 5-6 in games they were favored on the moneyline last season (winning 45.5% of those games).
The Broncos had a record of 4-2 in games they played as a moneyline favorite with odds of -145 or shorter (66.7%).
Cardinals Betting Insights
The Cardinals are 6-7-0 against the spread this season. The Cardinals have an ATS record of 3-4 when playing as at least 3-point underdogs.
Cardinals games have gone over the total six times this season. The Cardinals have entered the game as underdogs 10 times this season and won three of those games.
The Cardinals have a record of 2-6 when they’re set as an underdog of +125 or more by bookmakers this season.
Broncos vs. Cardinals Against The Spread & Betting Records
Broncos
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 42.0 | 42.4 | 41.7 |
| Implied Total AVG | 23.2 | 23.8 | 22.6 |
| ATS Record | 5-8-0 | 2-4-0 | 3-4-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 2-11-0 | 1-5-0 | 1-6-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 2-4 | 1-2 | 1-2 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 1-6 | 1-2 | 0-4 |
Cardinals
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 47.2 | 47.5 | 46.7 |
| Implied Total AVG | 25.5 | 25.9 | 24.8 |
| ATS Record | 6-7-0 | 3-5-0 | 3-2-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 6-6-1 | 4-3-1 | 2-3-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 1-2 | 1-1 | 0-1 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 3-7 | 0-6 | 3-1 |
Players to Watch
Broncos
- Jerry Jeudy‘s 587 receiving yards this season have come from 42 receptions on 68 targets. He’s averaging 3.8 catches and 53.4 yards per game, with six receiving touchdowns.
- Latavius Murray has recorded 437 rushing yards with four touchdowns (48.6 yards per game through nine games). His 3.9 yards per attempt rank 39th in the NFL.
- In the passing attack, Greg Dulcich, has totaled 361 receiving yards and one touchdown after catching 28 balls on 45 targets. Per game, he’s averaging 45.1 yards and 3.5 receptions in eight games.
- Eric Saubert has 11 receptions for 113 yards and one touchdown. He’s been targeted 19 times in the air attack, and averages 0.8 receptions and 8.7 yards through 13 games played.
- On the defensive side, Josey Jewell has 2.5 sacks (third on the Broncos) to go with 7.0 TFL, 94 tackles, and two interceptions in 2022.
- Alex Singleton has 5.0 TFL and 107 tackles.
- Kareem Jackson has collected 74 tackles and 2.0 TFL this year.
- So far this season, Patrick Surtain II has 48 tackles, 2.0 TFL, and one interception.
Cardinals
- James Conner averages 56.1 rushing yards per game this year (561 total yards), while scoring five rushing touchdowns.
- Conner has also figured into the passing attack with 200 yards (20.0 per game) on 33 receptions (3.3 per game), while being targeted 42 times. He has one receiving touchdown.
- DeAndre Hopkins has 56 catches for 653 yards and three receiving touchdowns. He has been targeted 75 times and averages 8.0 receptions per game in seven games played.
- So far this season, Marquise Brown has caught 53 passes for 565 receiving yards with three touchdowns through the air. He has been targeted 80 total times and is averaging 6.6 receptions per game through eight games played.
- Greg Dortch has 324 receiving yards and two touchdowns from 34 receptions after receiving 39 targets.
- Isaiah Simmons’ 2022 output includes 66 tackles, 4.0 TFL, 3.0 sacks, and two interceptions in 13 games. He is fourth on the Cardinals in tackles.
- Zaven Collins has 2.0 sacks (fourth on the Cardinals) to go with 6.0 TFL, 80 tackles, and one interception.
- Budda Baker has recorded 1.0 TFL, 95 tackles, and one interception in the 2022 campaign.
- Jalen Thompson’s stat sheet includes one interception as well as 72 tackles and seven passes defended in 13 games
Broncos vs. Cardinals Predictions and Pick
Our prediction to win this matchup is the Broncos, and we project that Broncos will cover the spread (Broncos -3). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going over the posted total of 36 points.
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