The Broncos faced a tough loss to the Bills, raising questions about coaching decisions and execution on the field
Payton talked about needing to adjust as the game went on. But it looked like he lost his nerve. The Broncos started strong but faded fast. They only managed five passes on first down in the first half, which just isn’t enough.
In the third quarter, they kept running the ball instead of taking chances. Tight end Adam Trautman said it was tough to score when the Bills controlled the ball.
Down by 14 points, Payton’s play-calling was puzzling. They ran the ball on crucial downs instead of going for it. Bo Nix, the rookie quarterback, had a decent season but needed more support.
The Broncos had their moments early on, even pulling off a fake punt. But instead of capitalizing, they played it safe. Payton’s decision to punt on fourth down at a critical moment was a head-scratcher.
Despite the loss, there’s hope for the Broncos. They’ve got a solid QB in Nix, and the team is building for the future. But this game was a reality check.
The Bills exposed the Broncos’ weaknesses, especially in the running game and defense. Payton’s choices, like deactivating rookie back Audric Estime, raised eyebrows.
Nix acknowledged the need to find a rhythm, but it’s on the coaching staff to help him do that. If they want to compete, they need to be more aggressive.
In the end, the Broncos are close but still have work to do. The Bills showed them just how far they need to go.
