While the Broncos did surrender 41 points, their defense is still regarded as top-tier in the league, having held six of their first eight opponents to 20 points or fewer. The Broncos can't let one loss derail their season and lose that confidence the defense has thrived on.

T he 5-3 Denver Broncos come into a pivotal Week 9 road showdown with the 5-3 Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. This will be the biggest test of the mettle this Broncos' team possesses,

The Denver Broncos soared into second place in the AFC West behind a robust defense, a surprisingly effective rookie quarterback and the ability to win on the road.