The Denver Broncos got a big win yesterday against the Las Vegas Raiders, 24-17, and it allowed the Broncos to keep pace with the New England Patriots in the race for the top seed in the AFC. Denver was determined to play ball control in this one,

On third-and-2 on the Broncos' opening drive, quarterback Bo Nix swung the ball out to Harvey in the flat — and immediately absorbed a hit from three-time Pro Bowler Jamal Adams. The Broncos' rookie running back took the hit, shrugged Adams off without his knee touching the ground and raced for the first down.

Broncos rookie RJ Harvey drew strong praise from Sean Payton after his best game yet, showcasing his skills on the ground and through the air.

Denver Broncos running back RJ Harvey rushes for a 15 yards. Indianapolis Colts quarterback Riley Leonard rushes for a 6-yard touchdown to mark his first score in the NFL. Denver Broncos running back RJ Harvey rushes for a 15 yards.

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Sean Payton praised rookie RB RJ Harvey, saying the Broncos “haven’t seen anything yet” as he continues to surge as Denver’s RB1.

RJ Harvey -- on the back of a rushing touchdown in his previous game -- and the Denver Broncos meet the Green Bay Packers in Week 15, on Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET. To be specific, he had 17 carries for 75 yards and one TD.

Watch as Voice of the Broncos Dave Logan calls RJ Harvey's third-down catch and Bo Nix's touchdown scramble on Denver's opening touchdown drive.