Sean Payton Matches Belichick With Fifth 13‑Win Season as Broncos End Arrowhead Skid

Overview

• Denver beat Kansas City 20-13 for its first win at Arrowhead Stadium in a decade, moving to 13-3 and securing Sean Payton’s fifth season with at least 13 victories.
• Payton and Bill Belichick are now the only head coaches with five or more 13‑win seasons, with Belichick holding seven.
• The Broncos have already clinched a playoff berth but are still chasing the division title and the AFC’s top seed depending on Week 17 and Week 18 results.
• If the Chargers defeat the Texans, the AFC West could be decided in Week 18 when Los Angeles visits Denver, with Payton seeking his first 14‑win season.
• Payton reflected on the milestone by crediting players and staff and said, “Let’s keep it going,” as Denver targets improved seeding and a clearer postseason path.