Broncos Defense Struggles On Giants' First Drive

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DENVER (CBS4) - For the first time this season, the Denver Broncos defense has given up points on an opponent's opening drive.

Giants kicker Aldrick Rosas kicked a 25 yard field goal after New York drove to the Broncos 7 yard line in the first quarter of Sunday night's game at Mile High.

Shaquil Barrett of the Denver Broncos at Nissan Stadium on Dec. 11, 2016 (credit Frederick BreedonGetty Images)

The only real highlight for the Broncos defense on the drive was a sack by Shaquil Barrett for a two yard loss on third down. That play forced the Giants to make the field goal attempt.

First time Broncos defense has given up points on the first drive of the game. Aldrick Rosas FG is good from 25 yards out. 3-0 NY. #4Broncos
— Michael Spencer (@MichaelCBS4) October 16, 2017

So the winless N.Y. Giants drive from their own 24 to the Broncos 7 for FG. 13 plays, but only converted 1 third down. 3-0 Giants. #4Broncos
— Steve Cox (@SteveCoxDenver) October 16, 2017

So far the Broncos have looked somewhat rusty after their bye week. They came out with a 3-and-out on offense before the Giants' scoring drive.

Head coach Vance Joseph of the Denver Broncos stands on the field before a game against the New York Giants at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on October 15, 2017 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)