Ja'Quan McMillian reflects on controversial playoff interception vs Bills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 8:35 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Ja'Quan McMillian spoke about his overtime interception of Josh Allen in last January's AFC playoff game, which helped the Denver Broncos to a 33-30 victory over the Buffalo Bills. The play, which ended Buffalo's season and led to the departure of coach Sean McDermott, has been a topic of heated debate among fans. McMillian noted the contrasting reactions from Broncos and Bills supporters, saying he enjoys the competition around the discussion. He will play on a one-year tender for the upcoming season as he aims for a long-term contract with the Broncos. Currently, he is focused on the present amid excitement surrounding the team's preparations for the upcoming season. Injuries were noted at practice, affecting wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. and defensive end Matt Henningsen.
- •McMillian's pick secured a playoff win against the Bills in January.
- •The interception ended Buffalo's season and triggered McDermott's exit.
- •McMillian enjoyed a notable offseason recognition from Broncos fans.
- •He signed a one-year, $5.76 million restricted free agent tender.
- •Mims and Henningsen suffered injuries during practice on August 7.
- 8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Ja'Quan McMillian embraces the debate over his playoff interception vs the Bills
"Ja'Quan McMillian knows his Christmas will be filled with references to the biggest play of his career: the overtime interception of Josh Allen's heave to Brandin Cooks that set up the Denver Broncos' 33-30 victory in the AFC playoffs last January. The teams play again in Denver on Dec. 25, but really, his whole offseason was filled with reminders of his much-debated pick at the Broncos' 20-yard line that ultimately ended Buffalo's season and Sean McDermott's time as the Bills' head coach. “It was different” being so recognized by Broncos fans this offseason, McMillian said.
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