Sean Payton praises crowd noise after controversial call vs Chiefs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton commented on a controversial false start call against the Kansas City Chiefs during their match on November 1. The Broncos secured a 28-24 victory, improving their record to 6-2 and positioning them at the top of the AFC West. Payton credited the Empower Field crowd with influencing the game, stating it helped shift play-calling dynamics. He acknowledged the mixed reception from fans during the game but emphasized their role in the outcome. This win marked Payton's 200th career victory as a head coach.
- •Broncos defeat Chiefs 28-24 on November 1.
- •Sean Payton celebrates his 200th career coaching win.
- •Payton attributes crowd noise to the Broncos' success.
- •Chiefs faced a crucial false start call in the final seconds.
- •Payton's victory moves the Broncos to 6-2 this season.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — What Broncos head coach Sean Payton thinks of false start vs. Chiefs due to deafening crowd noise
"Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton has weighed in on the controversial false start verdict against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Broncos defeated the Chiefs 28-24 to move to 6-2 and take a lead at the top of the AFC West following a dramatic final play.
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