The Denver Broncos stand on the precipice of NFL history, with a golden opportunity to secure the AFC's coveted No. 1 seed in their season finale against the Los Angeles Chargers this Sunday.

Riding a remarkable 13-3 record, the Broncos have already clinched their first AFC West title since 2015, ending the Kansas City Chiefs' nine-year divisional dominance.

Quarterback Bo Nix enters the game with a chance to etch his name in record books, needing just one touchdown pass to become the fourth quarterback ever to throw 25+ touchdowns in each of his first two NFL seasons. Nix is already tied for the second-most victories in his first two seasons with 23, and a win would tie Russell Wilson's NFL record of 24.

The Chargers, despite being eliminated from serious playoff contention, are not rolling over. Under new head coach Jim Harbaugh, they'll be starting rookie quarterback Trey Lance, who is making his sixth career start and first with the Chargers. Lance has completed 7 of 13 passes for 90 yards this season, with no touchdowns or interceptions.

Denver's defensive prowess cannot be overstated - they've amassed a franchise-record and NFL-best 64 sacks this season, placing them within striking distance of the all-time record of 72 set by the 1984 Chicago Bears. Running back RJ Harvey adds offensive firepower, leading all rookies with 12 touchdowns and having scored in five consecutive games.

The Chargers will be without starting quarterback Justin Herbert, who is sitting out with a left hand injury, part of Harbaugh's strategy to rest key players in the season's final contest. Despite this, the Chargers have won all three previous meetings against Denver under Harbaugh, each game decided by a single score.

With playoff positioning and historical milestones at stake, this matchup promises high-stakes drama in what could be one of the most compelling season finales of the NFL year.