We’re back with another season of predicting the score here at Mile High Report. Expect the optimism to again be Rocky Mountain high here, but we’ve all rapidly become bo-lievers in the 2024 Denver Broncos and only some bad outcomes in games will start to change that mood.

With Bo Nix, we should temper those expectations as he is a rookie making his first NFL start against a decent Seattle Seahawks team in front of a very hostile crowd. Win or lose, I think most of us hope to see good decision-making and efficiency from the rook, along with a solid run game and good defense.

As for score predictions, the consensus final score from our staff is a 26-19 Broncos road win over the Seahawks. Always with the optimism in Week 1 and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Here is how we see things playing out on an individual basis:

Broncos 20, Seahawks 16

In a tight game, the Broncos get one more red zone touchdown than Seattle and eek out a tough road win to start the season. The difference maker being the Broncos’ interior defensive line that is suddenly a force to be reckoned with after being a bit of a weakness last season. Bo Nix has a an efficient, if pedestrian, stat line where the offense is mostly carried by a solid 1-2 punch from Javonte Williams and Jaleel McLaughlin. 1-0 would surely feel good. – Tim Lynch

Broncos 27, Seahawks 14

Bo Nix doesn’t make the spectacular play, but it’s his consistency that is spectacular. He relentlessly marches his team down the field, wearing Seattle down. The defense gets to do something it rarely does — play with a lead. They enjoy this very much. – Mike DeCicco

Broncos 24, Seahawks 20

The Bo Nix Era starts off with a win on the road against the Seattle Seahawks. This will be a good test for the Broncos’ offensive line and Nix. with Leonard Williams, Jarran Reed, Dre’Mont Jones, Johnathan Hankins and Byron Murphy II are quality players on their defensive line. How the Broncos’ offensive line holds up and Nix deals with pressure will be a major tipping point in this game. I’ve got the Broncos winning this one and starting off the season on the right foot. – Chris Hart

Broncos 26, Seahawks 19

I expect a few bumps in the road, but this game reads like a win. The Broncos are going to surprise some people this season, and they will grab a win here. Bo Nix will lean on the run game, and follow that up with mostly quick short passes. Sean Payton will control the clock, and with a few touchdowns and field goals, the Bo Nix era will be off and running. – Adam Malnati

Broncos 24, Seahawks 20

Let’s be real: neither fanbase has a very clear idea of what these two teams are. This will be the first opportunity for both to show what they are to the world under vastly different circumstances than they had last season. This prediction is based off numbers I hit on a dart board, because anyone saying they have a pulse on what Denver and Seattle will do Week 1 is full of nonsense. – Sadaraine

Broncos 27, Seahawks 23

Nix throws two TDs while the defense comes up with a few turnovers and a late stop to get the big road win. The good news is Payton and Nix will know the situation and not rely on Wil Lutz to kick a 64-yard field goal to win the game. The Nix era starts with a big road win. – Ian St. Clair

Broncos 31, Seahawks 17

Bo Nix will lead the Broncos to an opening week victory and continue the success we saw during the preseason. In a tough environment, the rookie QB throws for 2 TDs and for 250+ yards. The Broncos run game will be consistent and be a difference maker in this game. Jaleel McLaughlin will make plays as a runner and receiver in this one.

The Broncos pass rush will get after Geno Smith all game and forcing him to throw two INTs. Ja’Quan McMillion will get one and Brandon Johnson will get another to win over Broncos Country.

The Seahawks have had the Broncos number in recent history but this game will finally turn the tide in the Broncos favor. – Scotty Payne

Broncos 27, Seahawks 23

It’ll be a close game, but there’s no way that this ends up like their previous Week 1 matchup from a couple of years ago. The Seahawks do pose a formidable threat with their front seven and exotic and common blitzing scheme from that new head coach Mike Macdonald brought from Baltimore, but the Payton and Denver’s offensive line have had all offseason to prepare for it. As long as they can get the run game going, Bo Nix’s ability to make pre-snap reads and get the ball out of his hands quickly should go a long way on Sunday. – Ross Allen

What is your score prediction for the Broncos-Seahawks game? Let us know in the comments section below.