Here we'll look at the Denver Broncos personnel who are most to blame for their Week 17 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.

After years of disappointing results, Denver entered Week 17 of the 2024 season at 9-6, a record good enough to hold the AFC's final playoff position. But after a loss to the Bengals, Sean Payton and the Broncos still have some work to do to lock in their spot.

Rookie running back Blake Watson is among the team's inactive players after being promoted to the active roster on Tuesday. Watson carried the ball four times and recorded a reception in Week 16 against the Chargers. Wide receiver David Sills and defensive lineman Matt Henningsen, who were elevated on Friday, are also inactive for the game.