What happened: Denver Broncos guard Quinn Meinerz continues to establish a physical presence along the interior offensive line. Denver secured a 26-21 victory over the Carolina Panthers to extend its winning streak to five games. Meinerz, selected 98th overall in the 2021 NFL Draft, has anchored the unit through the first nine weeks.
Why it matters: Denver's line play has supported a 7-2 start, placing the team in the AFC's No. 2 seed through nine games in 2026. Consistent protection and interior run blocking remain central to sustaining Denver's offensive momentum into the second half of the regular season.
By the numbers: Denver is 7-2 in 2026 through nine games and holds the No. 2 seed in the AFC on a five-game winning streak.
What to watch: Denver looks to maintain its momentum in Week 10 as it continues a second-half push in the AFC playoff race.