Thursday Night at Mile High: Seahawks vs. Broncos – NFL Expert Picks & Predictions (10/15)
Written by: Nate Hornung
Last Update: Thu Oct 15, 2026, 12:50 pm ET
Read Time: 5 minutes
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Two teams who were so close to meeting in the Super Bowl last year go head to head in Colorado on Thursday Night. The Denver Broncos came up just short of facing the Seattle Seahawks last February, but now the two battle on national television coming off a short week. The Seahawks dropped a divisional game to the 49ers last Sunday, while Denver beat the Chargers in their divisional showdown. Tap into our expert NFL picks to see what they are wagering on in this matchup.
Seattle Seahawks vs. Denver Broncos Game Information
Bo Nix and the Broncos host the Seahawks this week for Thursday Night Football
The Broncos will be without safety Talanoa Hufanga, who is already out, and likely cornerback Pat Surtain, who is currently listed as doubtful. Riley Moss's status is also in question. Therefore we may see a very depleted Broncos' secondary, a unit that is typically one of the best in football.
As for the Seahawks, Jaxon Smith-Njigba is listed as questionable, but was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice. He's seen his target share go down since getting double digit looks the first three weeks. Ultimately, backing Seattle as a short road favorite in this spot scares me, and I think the value lies on the home underdog.
Matchup Information – Seattle vs. Denver – October 15
- Venue & Location: Empower Field at Mile High (Denver, CO)
- Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
- Kick Off: 8:15 p.m. Eastern
- Broadcast: Prime Video
Seahawks vs. Broncos Betting Odds
Odds courtesy of BetOnline as of Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 5:31 p.m. eastern.
Spread
- Seahawks -2.5 (-114)
- Broncos +2.5 (-106)
Moneyline
- Seahawks -140
- Broncos +120
Total
- Over 40.5 (-110)
- Under 40.5 (-110)
Seahawks vs. Broncos NFL Analysis and Insights
This is the Broncos third primetime game of the season, their second at home. After not showing up against the Chiefs, and being absent for the first half against the Rams, the Broncos pulled off a miraculous comeback to beat LA. Can they keep the momentum rolling this week?
Both teams have dropped games to San Francisco this year, Denver losing by 10 on the road, Seattle by three at home. So with all that being said (or typed out), I'll avoid a side or total, and turn to the player prop market.
Seattle Seahawks vs. Denver Broncos NFL Expert Picks
Can Emanuel Wilson run all over the Denver Defense on Thursday?
Best Bet: Emanuel Wilson Over 65.5 Rushing Yards (-111) BetOnline
There was plenty of questions as to who would be the Seahawks lead back this year. Plenty thought Jadarian Price would be the guy, but through five games, Wilson is clearly the lead back. We'll be backing him to go over his rushing yard prop on Thursday. He's gone well over this line in just two of five games this season. In the three he didn't, he only had two carries against New England, had 61 last week against the 49ers, and Seattle was playing from behind against Washington, forced to pass the ball.
He is running for about 3.77 yards per carry when seeing several touches, so it's true it takes him a bit to find his rhythm. But on a short week, I expect the Seahawks to take pressure off Sam Darnold early and try to establish the run. They shouldn't have a problem against this Broncos rushing defense that hasn't been able to slow down anyone.
Kenneth Walker had 173 rushing yards, Bhayshul Tuten had 65, Kyren Williams had 88, CMC ran for 52 (Deebo had 44 on three carries), and Kimani Vidal ran for 57 on just eight touches last week. If Seattle controls this game, like the odds suggest, they should pound the ground plenty, and Wilson will have success. The Broncos are bottom seven in yards per rush allowed, while ranking bottom four in the NFL in rushing yards allowed per game.
I also endorse his over 18.5 rush attempts if you'd rather bet that market. I'm confident he can clear this number on just 15 if that's all he gets.
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