Broncos win third straight, beat miscue-laden Buffalo Bills on Monday night

The Denver Broncos entered Monday night's matchup with the Buffalo Bills as an underdog

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At 3-5 but carrying a two-game winning streak into Highmark Stadium, Sean Payton's squad had a chance to add

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whopping 13 teams had between three and five losses heading into Monday night

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The Broncos delivered on that opportunity, winning 24-22 and raising hopes that the momentum

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The Broncos snapped a seven-game losing streak on "Monday Night Football

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won their first MNF road game since Oct. 15, 2012, at the San Diego Chargers

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Here are the most important things to know from Monday night for both teams.

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