Studs and duds from 16-9 loss vs. the Jets

Seven games into the 2022 campaign, Broncos fans are seemingly staring down the barrel of another losing season. The offseason brought visions of a high-scoring offense led by a Pro Bowl quarterback, a talented defense (which, granted, has panned out), a new ownership group and an exciting new head coach. In the fourth quarter of their loss against the Jets, fans began streaming out of the stands after the Denver offense failed to convert on 4th and 3 with 1:55 left in the game. During any other era of Broncos football (including the Tim Tebow era!), this act alone would be tantamount to fandom treason.

Unfortunately, during this 2022 season, it has become a regular occurrence. Frustration is setting in after every punt, every defensive stand that gives the offense great field position, only for the offense to squander their opportunity. How much patience is left?