I think Denver loses its second game of the year here

The Steelers got off to a bit of a sluggish start in 2009 after All-Pro safety Troy Polamalu went down with an injury, but they have since come roaring back with Polamalu back in the lineup.If there is one defense in the NFL right now that more dangerous than the Broncos, it's the Steelers. One only needs to look at the drubbing they put on the previously unbeaten Vikings in Week Seven. 15 at Washington RedskinsEver since the Broncos started their magical run, fans have been openly wondering how this team would handle adversity. What would the team do once it lost its first gameWhile there is no shame in losing to a solid team like Pittsburgh, Denver gets a chance at what should be an easybounce back game against the Washington Redskins. I'm not going to re-hash all the Redskins' problems because every other sportswriter has been writing about them ad nauseum.That said, this still has the potential to be a trap game for the Broncos. I don't see that happening, however, as the attitude McDaniels has instilled in this team shouldn't allow such a thing to happen.Prediction: Broncos winNov. Royal returned a kickoff and a punt for a touchdown in the Broncos' 34-23 win.

The Broncos were behind at the half, but behind Royal and some great halftime adjustments made by the coaching staff, the Broncos were able to come from behind for the win.This time the Broncos have the home field advantage and the Chargers could be a very desperate team at this point facing a potential huge deficit in the division. It's likely Norv Turner could be coaching for his life coming into this game.I like the Broncos here to do yet another "impossible" task that no one gave them a chance to do at the start of the season: Sweep the series against the Chargers.Prediction: Broncos WinNov. 26 vs New York GiantsThe Broncos return to the slate of Thanksgiving Day games this year playing in the nightcapagainst the Giants. The Giants got off to yet another strong start this season by winning their first five games. They fell back to Earth the past two games though, getting blown out by the Saints in New Orleans and losing a squeaker at home against the Cardinals.The Giants' defense is still their strong suit even with new defensive coordinator Bill Sheridan. Eli Manning has struggled a bit as of late and it is taking time for him to gel with his new receivers. I look for the Broncos to give Eli fits, but Kyle Orton might need to have a career day against the Giants to win.

I think Denver loses its second game of the year here.Prediction: Broncos loseDec. 6 at Kansas City ChiefsOnce again after a potential loss to a solid team, the Broncos face what should be an easy game to bounce back against an inferior opponent. The Chiefs are in a rebuilding process under first-year head coach Todd Haley with former Tom Brady backup Matt Cassel under center. They also have a potential major headache in running back Larry Johnson, whose Twitter escapades earned him a suspension by the team this week. With no solid backup, the Chiefs offense is one of the weakest in the NFL.In another potential trap game, Denver should win this one no problem. 13 at Indianapolis ColtsIn what could be a preview of either an AFC divisional playoff game or even the AFC Championship, the Broncos undoubtedly face their toughest task of the 2009 season: Stopping Peyton Manning. No one has been able to do so thus far, and frankly I am not sure if anyone can.What has been remarkable about the Colts this season is that Manning is working with all new wide receivers, especially with Reggie Wayne out with injury Manning has his young wideouts looking like seasoned vets.