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Despite having averaged fewer than 17 points allowed per game leading up to this match, the Broncos' defense faced substantial threats from an energized Browns offense. Nevertheless, it was their ability to respond and regain control that turned the game around in their favor.
Navigating the Season
Sitting at an impressive 8-5 record entering their Week 14 bye, the Broncos head coach Sean Payton expressed his thoughts post-game. He noted the unexpected direction the game took and the importance of evaluating defensive strategies while being pleased with late-game heroics. The critical win provided the Broncos with a buffer heading into a match against the Indianapolis Colts, who sit just behind them in the playoff race.