It could be said that Patrick Surtain II's return this week vs. the Washington Commanders will be like Christmas coming early for the Denver Broncos. While Sean Payton's team has continued to win without the reigning Defensive Player of the Year in his usual spot, just getting him back in the lineup gives everyone a shot in the arm.

"All we can focus on is just operating one play at a time, and usually there’s a way even with the elements to figure it out and play," Bo Nix said.