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Sean Payton’s Two-Point Decision Lifts Broncos Over Eagles, 21-17

He later described the choice as a win-first, situational decision.

Overview

  • With 7:36 remaining, Sean Payton kept the offense on the field for a two-point try rather than a tying PAT.
  • After entering the fourth quarter down 17-3, Bo Nix found Troy Franklin for the go-ahead conversion, and Wil Lutz’s late field goal set the final margin.
  • Denver’s defense preserved the lead with stops on Philadelphia’s last two possessions.
  • Payton said he had multiple calls he loved for that situation and emphasized the plan reflected an aggressive mindset.
  • He also said he regretted a later third-down call that led to a sack before the field goal, as Denver improved to 3-2 ahead of a London game against the 0-5 Jets.