Overview
- On a deep third‑and‑11 throw in overtime, Ja'Quan McMillian was ruled to have wrested the ball from Brandin Cooks as they hit the ground, with officials deeming the defender completed the catch process.
- Bills coach Sean McDermott said he called a timeout to slow the decision for a fuller look, later insisting players and fans deserved an explanation for a play he considered a catch.
- Cheffers’ pool report cited the catch rule’s ground-contact standard, and while media highlighted perceived inconsistencies with past rulings, former official Gene Steratore said the decision aligned with the rules and urged limits on ultra‑slow‑motion review.
- Following the interception, Denver moved into range on two defensive pass interference penalties against Tre'Davious White totaling 47 yards, and Wil Lutz converted the winning field goal for a 33–30 result.
- Denver will host the AFC Championship after confirming quarterback Bo Nix fractured his right ankle, leaving Jarrett Stidham to start, while Buffalo’s season ended with five turnovers and a visibly emotional Josh Allen.