LAS VEGAS (Interstat) — The Denver Broncos built a commanding lead and held off a late rally to defeat the Las Vegas Raiders 24-17 on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium. Denver quarterback Bo Nix was efficient, completing 31 of 38 passes for 212 yards and adding a rushing touchdown. The Broncos scored on their first three possessions and led 21-7 entering the fourth quarter. Raiders quarterbacks Geno Smith and Kenny Pickett each threw a touchdown pass in the loss, with Pickett’s 25-yard strike to Shedrick Jackson pulling Las Vegas within 10 points late. A final-minute field goal provided the final margin. Denver improved to 11-2, while Las Vegas fell to 2-11. Attendance was 62,442.