Key Highlights
- Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn ImagesBefore getting to the bad news, credit where it's due: The Bills fought their way back and made a game of it. Trailing 23-10 just after the half, quarterback Josh Allen willed his team to a 24-lead.
- Then trailing 30-27 with under a minute left, Buffalo pushed it contest into overtime. Controversial calls and the Broncos did enough to force a Bills loss. Classic Bills defeatJan 17, 2026; Denver, CO, USA; Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott during the second quarter of an AFC Divisional Round playoff game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High.
- Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn ImagesThe Bills were on the wrong end of a tough call in overtime that could have given them the win. On a deep pass from Allen to wide receiver Brandin Cooks, it looked like a 50-50 decision.
- Was it a completed pass?
- The call ended up being an interception for Broncos defensive back Ja'Quan McMillan. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementDefense throws it awayJan 17, 2026; Denver, CO, USA; Buffalo Bills cornerback Tre'davious White (27) celebrates after an interception during the third quarter of an AFC Divisional Round playoff game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High.