Overview
- Denver edged Buffalo 33-30 on an overtime field goal to advance to the AFC Championship.
- Head coach Sean Payton said Nix broke his ankle late in overtime, reportedly on the third-to-last play, and confirmed his season is over.
- Payton said Nix is slated for surgery next week in Birmingham, Alabama.
- Stidham has been designated the starter for the next game, with Sam Ehlinger expected to serve as his backup.
- The Broncos await the winner of the Patriots–Texans matchup to determine their opponent.