Denver Broncos secure first playoff win since 2016 as they edge past Buffalo Bills in thrilling overtime victory. The AFC's top seeded team dominated the early stages of the Divisional Round match, leading 23-10 by the end of the third quarter. However, an inspired second-half comeback from the Bills saw them level the score at 30-30.
Josh Allen, who has been touted as a top contender for the NFL MVP award, had his play-off dreams dashed once again, despite securing three touchdowns throughout the match. The Bills quarterback was unable to secure victory for his team in overtime, however, and it was Denver's turn to take the field.
On their final drive of the game, an interception from Allen gifted Denver the ball with just seconds remaining on the clock. From there, kicker Brandon McManus secured a 34-yard field goal attempt, securing a 33-30 victory for the Broncos.
The win marks Denver's first playoff success since they claimed Super Bowl 50 in February 2016. With their sights firmly set on the championship, the Broncos will now face off against the AFC East champions in the conference championships round, hoping to secure one step closer to the coveted title.
In a cruel twist of fate for Allen and his teammates, Denver's winning margin marked the fifth time this season that they have fallen short of securing victory through the opposition's goalkeeper. This means that despite boasting an impressive play-off record over the past seven seasons, the 2025/26 NFL playoffs remain elusive for the reigning MVP.
Josh Allen, who has been touted as a top contender for the NFL MVP award, had his play-off dreams dashed once again, despite securing three touchdowns throughout the match. The Bills quarterback was unable to secure victory for his team in overtime, however, and it was Denver's turn to take the field.
On their final drive of the game, an interception from Allen gifted Denver the ball with just seconds remaining on the clock. From there, kicker Brandon McManus secured a 34-yard field goal attempt, securing a 33-30 victory for the Broncos.
The win marks Denver's first playoff success since they claimed Super Bowl 50 in February 2016. With their sights firmly set on the championship, the Broncos will now face off against the AFC East champions in the conference championships round, hoping to secure one step closer to the coveted title.
In a cruel twist of fate for Allen and his teammates, Denver's winning margin marked the fifth time this season that they have fallen short of securing victory through the opposition's goalkeeper. This means that despite boasting an impressive play-off record over the past seven seasons, the 2025/26 NFL playoffs remain elusive for the reigning MVP.
. I mean, who doesn't love a good comeback story... until it's your team that loses in overtime, lol. Denver seems like they're living their best life right now - getting all the breaks and somehow still managing to win 
. And can we talk about how ridiculous it is that Allen has been counted out for the MVP already? The man is a magician on the field 
. Anyway, gotta give props to Brandon McManus, he's like the real MVP (most valuable kicker) right now 
. Bring it on against whoever comes next, I'm sure they'll be totally unprepared for the Broncos' magic 
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he's been carrying his team to those comebacks all season long. the bills were down by 13 points at one point and still managed to claw back into it. the broncos are just lucky they got a break when allen threw that interception 
! I'm so hyped they managed to pull off that last-minute win against the Bills 
! McManus is the real MVP right now 
. Can't wait to see how they'll handle the conference championships, gotta be their year now 
! Maybe this is the year Denver finally brings home that elusive title 
? #BroncosNation #NFLPlayoffs #WinnersCircle
", Broncos dominating in the early stages only to let Bills back in was a thrilling match 
they kept him in check and gave their offense all the chances to shine 
what a game! 
His three touchdowns were insane, but that last-second interception was like, a total game-changer 
That's like, a trend or something! 
and it feels like a huge weight's been lifted off their shoulders. that comeback from the Bills was insane 
but at least he can hold his head high knowing he gave it everything he had in the playoffs. now on to the next challenge... 
Ugh, what a typical Broncos game - always finding a way to disappoint when it counts... I mean, they barely won this thing and Josh Allen just can't catch a break 
. The Bills were robbed, imo... that 2nd-half comeback was on point 
. Denver just got lucky and made their own bed... again 
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. But at the same time, kudos to Denver for pulling off that win! They played so well in the early stages and then to come from behind like that is just crazy 
, that 34-yard field goal attempt could’ve easily gone either way and who knows what would’ve happened 
. I don’t know if Denver will be able to take down the conference champions though, they seem pretty talented 
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. The guy's a beast on the field and leads his team to comebacks like that all season, but somehow they always fall short. And now Denver's gonna be all over them next round... I mean, I love the Broncos, but this feels like an easy match for them 
Denver's win is a huge momentum boost for them heading into the conference championships. I think Josh Allen needs to work on his decision making in critical moments... 
. It's not like they didn't deserve it, they played a solid game and took their chances when it mattered most 
. Either way, it's gonna be a wild ride for the AFC East champs next round, can't wait to see how they stack up against Denver 
Denver Broncos finally break their playoff drought and it feels so satisfying to see them bounce back from all those close calls this season. You've got to feel bad for Josh Allen, though - that guy's been on a rollercoaster ride in the playoffs 
. Who doesn't love a good underdog story or a back-and-forth finish like that? It's what makes sports so compelling!
the real MVP here is Denver's team's ability to stay calm under pressure! They could've easily given up after Buffalo came back but they kept their cool and sealed the win at the last minute 
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