When the Broncos run
C.J. Anderson has been the core of the Broncos’ offense over the first two weeks. The Broncos are averaging 141 rushing yards a game, fourth in the NFL. Denver’s run blocking has been a lot stronger than it was much of last season. The Bengals have been surprisingly weak against the run, giving up a league-high 138 rushing yards a game. Edge: Broncos
When the Bengals run
Cincinnati’s running game has been bad. It is averaging a pedestrian 51.5 rushing yards per game, second worst in the NFL, nearly 90 yards less than the Broncos.