Are the Denver Broncos playing today? NFL Week 12 schedule, matchups, teams on a byeNick Brinkerhoff, USA TODAYSun, November 23, 2025 at 11:01 AM UTC·2 min readThe Mile High City has the higher ground.
While that might not be shocking to read, it certainly is in the NFL landscape. The Denver Broncos are atop the league's standings, posting a 9-2 record through 11 weeks.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementTheir most recent victory over the Kansas City Chiefs has given the Broncos a leg up on the competition to claim the AFC West crown for the first time since 2015. Now they focus their attention towards the stretch run and, perhaps, the top seed in the AFC.
It hasn't been an easy season for Bo Nix and, especially, the Denver offense. There are signs of life, however, which make Sean Payton's team a dangerous one going forward.
A much-needed week off could provide a chance to reset, which might make all the difference.
Here's what to know about Week 12.
Week 1: Detroit Lions wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa (18) makes a catch for a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers during the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field. The play was originally ruled an incomplete pass, but the call was overturned. Despite TeSlaa's effort, the Packers won the game 27-13.
Week 1: The New England Patriots' Robert Spillane (14) and Christian Elliss (53) tackle Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer (87) during the second half at Gillette Stadium. The Raiders won the game, 20-13.
Week 1: New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson (3) fumbles the ball on a tackle by Washington Commanders safety Will Harris (3) during the first quarter at Northwest Stadium. It was a rough Giants debut for Wilson (17 of 37 passing for 168 yards) as the Commanders won the game, 21-6.
Week 1: Fireworks go off before the NFL Kickoff Game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. The defending Super Bowl champion Eagles opened the season with a 24-20 victory over their longtime NFC East rivals.1 / 4Best images of the 2025 NFL season
Week 1: Detroit Lions wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa (18) makes a catch for a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers during the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field. The play was originally ruled an incomplete pass, but the call was overturned. Despite TeSlaa's effort, the Packers won the game 27-13.
1 / 4Best images of the 2025 NFL season
Week 1: Detroit Lions wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa (18) makes a catch for a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers during the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field. The play was originally ruled an incomplete pass, but the call was overturned. Despite TeSlaa's effort, the Packers won the game 27-13.
2 / 4Best images of the 2025 NFL season
Week 1: The New England Patriots' Robert Spillane (14) and Christian Elliss (53) tackle Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer (87) during the second half at Gillette Stadium. The Raiders won the game, 20-13.3 / 4Best images of the 2025 NFL season
Week 1: New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson (3) fumbles the ball on a tackle by Washington Commanders safety Will Harris (3) during the first quarter at Northwest Stadium. It was a rough Giants debut for Wilson (17 of 37 passing for 168 yards) as the Commanders won the game, 21-6.4 / 4Best images of the 2025 NFL season
Week 1: Fireworks go off before the NFL Kickoff Game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. The defending Super Bowl champion Eagles opened the season with a 24-20 victory over their longtime NFC East rivals.Are the Broncos playing today?
The Broncos are not playing on Nov. 23.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementDenver is on its bye in Week 12, along with the Los Angeles Chargers, Miami Dolphins and Washington Commanders. The Broncos will return to action in Week 13 when they visit the Commanders on Sunday, Nov. 30.
Which teams are on a bye this week? Week 12 bye
The Broncos are one of four teams on a bye in Week 12 and one of two in the AFC West:
Denver Broncos
Los Angeles Chargers
Miami Dolphins
Washington Commanders
Broncos 2025 schedule
NFL Week 12 schedule
Thursday, Nov. 20
Buffalo Bills at Houston Texans, 8:15 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 23
New York Jets at Baltimore Ravens, 1 p.m.
Pittsburgh Steelers at Chicago Bears, 1 p.m.
New England Patriots at Cincinnati Bengals, 1 p.m.
New York Giants at Detroit Lions, 1 p.m.
Minnesota Vikings at Green Bay Packers, 1 p.m.
Indianapolis Colts at Kansas City Chiefs, 1 p.m.
Seattle Seahawks at Tennessee Titans, 1 p.m.
Jacksonville Jaguars at Arizona Cardinals, 4:05 p.m.
Cleveland Browns at Las Vegas Raiders, 4:05 p.m.
Philadelphia Eagles at Dallas Cowboys, 4:25 p.m.
Atlanta Falcons at New Orleans Saints, 4:25 p.m.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Los Angeles Rams, 8:20 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 24
Carolina Panthers at San Francisco 49ers, 8:15 p.m.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Do the Broncos play today? NFL Week 12 bye schedule
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