Cowboys' offense should annihilate Broncos' defense after star LB's suspension

The Dallas Cowboys' red hot offense has an opportunity to light up the scoreboard again after the Denver Broncos' defense took a big hit.

Denver Broncos linebacker Dre Greenlaw on the sidelines before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. | Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The Dallas Cowboys have the most explosive offense in the NFL, and it looks like things will continue rolling into Week 8 when the team hits the road to face the Denver Broncos at Mile High.

Dallas has been able to exploit defenses that are at 100 percent, and that won't be the case for the Broncos on Sunday afternoon.

Broncos star linebacker Dre Greenlaw, who signed with the team in the offseason after being a standout for the San Francisco 49ers, has been suspended one game for an incident with a referee last weekend.

MORE: In one year, Brian Schottenheimer accomplished something no Cowboys coach has done

It was Greenlaw's season debut after the first six weeks of the season due to a thigh injury.

Greenlaw was suspended after he "chased after referee Brad Allen and verbally threatened him as he tried to leave the field," according to the league in a statement.

#Broncos LB Dre Greenlaw has been suspended by the NFL one game for his actions here toward referee Brad Allen after the team’s game-winning field goal. pic.twitter.com/zyIKYvcYrK

— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) October 20, 2025

In his season debut in the team's win over the New York Giants, Greenlaw was credited with six tackles and one QB hit.

Greenlaw signed a three-year, $31.5 million contract with Denver in the offseason and was expected to be a big part of the team's defense, but being hampered by injuries, he is now sidelined by the league.

That's great news for the Cowboys offense, especially players like running back Javonte Williams and star tight end Jake Ferguson, who are already off to historic starts to the season.

MORE: Potential Cowboys NFL trade deadline target shares disgruntled message

---

Cowboys vs Broncos, Week 8 betting odds & viewing info

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott warms up before a preseason game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. | Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025
Start Time: 4:25 p.m. ET
Location: Denver, Colorado
Venue: Empower Field at Mile High
TV Info: CBS

Betting Odds: Broncos -2.5 | O/U: 49.5 (odds via ESPN BET)
Moneyline: Cowboys +135, Broncos -155

Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-GAMBLER.

— Enjoy free coverage of the Cowboys from Dallas Cowboys on SI —

NFC East power rankings: Cowboys climb after dominant Week 7 win

Cowboys-Broncos Week 8 opening betting odds list Dallas as slight dogs at Mile High

Surprising veteran leads way as Cowboys top-graded player in Week 7 victory

George Pickens is having an extremely unique impact on Dallas Cowboys offense

Updated 2026 NFL Draft order following Cowboys' dominant Week 7 win

Meet Brenley Herrera: Viral Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader rookie