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Controversial Zack Baun Penalty Sets Up Broncos' Winning Kick, Hands Eagles First Loss

The All-Pro re-signee on a three-year, $51 million deal called the late hit a "dumb mistake."

Overview

  • Late in the fourth quarter, Zack Baun was called for unnecessary roughness after contacting RJ Harvey on 3rd-and-2, resulting in an automatic first down and a 15-yard march for Denver.
  • The extended drive allowed the Broncos to burn clock and set up a short Will Lutz field goal that pushed the lead to four points.
  • Philadelphia’s final drive reached Denver territory before time expired, with no defensive pass interference called on a late target to Dallas Goedert.
  • Baun, an All-Pro who re-signed in March for three years and $51 million, said he "made a dumb mistake" while describing the decision as a subjective call.
  • The loss dropped the Eagles to 4-1; outlets reported different final scores, with 21-17 and 21-18 both cited.