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NFL legend criticizes coaches fourth-down aggressiveness after Sean Payton's costly decision in Broncos' loss

January 29, 2026

NFL legend Michael Strahan criticized coaches' tendency to be aggressive on fourth downs after Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton opted to go for it during a critical moment in their AFC championship game loss to the New England Patriots. Strahan suggested that the Broncos should have kicked a field goal while leading 7-0 instead of risking the play.

NFL legend criticizes coaches fourth-down aggressiveness after Sean Payton's costly decision in Broncos' loss

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New England Patriots defeated the Denver Broncos 10-7 in the AFC championship game.
Michael Strahan expressed disapproval of Sean Payton's fourth-down decision.
Strahan believes the Broncos should have taken the points by kicking a field goal.
This was the Patriots' first Super Bowl under head coach Mike Vrabel.

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NFL legend criticizes coaches fourth-down aggressiveness after Sean Payton's costly decision in Broncos' loss

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NFL legend criticizes coaches fourth-down aggressiveness after Sean Payton's costly decision in Broncos' loss

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