Laurence Maroney has struggled so far.
(Frederick Breedon / Associated Press)
The storyline
A year ago right around this time the Broncos visited Baltimore as an undefeated team, and then fell in a deep spiral, going from 6-0 to missing the playoffs.
Why you should watch
Denver quarterback Kyle Orton has been the NFL's most prolific and consistent quarterback this young season, but can he keep it up with no running game and against a defense with this much bite?
Did you know?
The Broncos are 4-0 in the month of October under coach Josh McDaniels. ... Denver's Brian Dawkins leads all active safeties with 22 sacks. ... The Ravens are 13-4 at home under coach John Harbaugh. ... Baltimore's Terrell Suggs is one of only two players in franchise history with 60 career sacks.
