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Sean Payton praises Broncos fans after win against Chiefs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 6:52 AM

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Sean Payton praises Broncos fans after win against Chiefs

Summary

The Denver Broncos secured a 28-24 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday. Despite the home crowd's frustration during the game, Sean Payton acknowledged their importance in the win, particularly as they rallied late to help the Broncos come back from a 24-13 deficit. Payton highlighted a crucial false start by the Chiefs on a fourth-and-goal attempt, attributing the crowd's impact to that moment. This victory marks Payton's 200th career win and improved Denver's home record to 4-0 this season, placing them atop the AFC West. Denver's next game is against the Carolina Panthers next Sunday.

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By the Numbers

•Broncos trail 24-13 entering fourth quarter
•Jonah Coleman scores late touchdown for lead
•Chiefs face key false start on final drive
•Payton earns milestone 200th career win
•Broncos improve to 4-0 at home this season

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6:52 AMYahoo Sports — Broncos’ Sean Payton gives Denver fans their flowers despite boos in Chiefs game

What they're saying

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The Denver Broncos’ home crowd was not always happy with what it saw against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, but Sean Payton made sure to give Broncos Country plenty of credit after a thrilling 28-24 win . Fans at Empower Field at Mile High let their frustration be known in the third quarter, when Denver’s offense managed just nine yards and boos […] The post Broncos’ Sean Payton gives Denver fans their flowers despite boos in Chiefs game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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