Broncos vs Seahawks Picks and Prediction – 9/8/2024

The Denver Broncos head to Seattle in Week 1 to take on the Seahawks. Denver brings back Head Coach Sean Payton after a 8-9 season. Payton only had four losing seasons in his 15 years coaching the Saints. Denver went 3-0 during the preseason. The Broncos averaged 21 points per game last season with 24.3 points allowed. Stay up to date with our expert's NFL Picks. 

The Denver Broncos are hoping that QB Bo Nix can have a stellar rookie season. Nix threw for 205 yards with 2 touchdowns and no interceptions in the preseason. Nix is the first rookie starting QB for the Denver franchise since John Elway. Nix has some big shoes to fill but it starts now.

The Seattle Seahawks went 9-8 in their 2023 season. The Seahawks averaged 21.4 points while allowed an average of 23.6 points against. Seattle finished their season last year with a 3-1 record in their last four games. The Seahawks scored at least 20 points in those four games. 

The Seattle Seahawks will remain to have faith in QB Geno Smith. Smith threw for over 3,600 yards last season. Smith threw 20 touchdowns with 9 interceptions. Smith remains as the starter while Sam Howell is the QB2 for the Seahawks. Seattle went 2-1 in the preseason this year. 

The Seattle Seahawks and the Denver Broncos last met back in 2022 when Seattle won by one point. Seattle is a home favorite on Sunday but the Broncos show the best value. Watch for Bo Nix to look good as a rookie QB and help control the game. Watch for a tight game where the points come into play. Final Score Prediction, Seattle Seahawks win but the Denver Broncos cover ATS 21-17.