Sean Payton Believes Overtime Decision Was the Right Call
Sean Payton defended his choice to tie the game instead of going for a two-point conversion, leading to an overtime showdown with the Bengals
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Denver: So, the Broncos were in a tight spot against the Bengals. With just eight seconds left, they scored a touchdown. Bo Nix, the quarterback, was all fired up, signaling to go for a two-point conversion. But head coach Sean Payton had other plans.
Instead of going for the win, they kicked the extra point to tie it up at 24-24 and head into overtime. It turned out to be a smart move for the Bengals, who managed to score a touchdown and keep their playoff dreams alive.
Payton mentioned that if a tie wasn’t an option, he might have gone for two. He felt confident in his decision, saying they just didn’t make enough plays when it mattered. He explained that they weighed their options and went with their gut feeling.
Nix admitted he was riding on pure emotion when he called for the two-point attempt. But he also agreed that going to overtime was the right choice. Now, the Broncos are in a bit of a pickle. They need to win in Week 18 to secure a playoff spot.
They’re up against the Chiefs, who might not have much to play for, which could work in Denver’s favor. But the pressure is on, and they can’t afford any mistakes now.