Broncos Eye AFC's Top Seed in Crucial Chargers Game as Sean Payton Calls New Year's Eve Overrated
The Denver Broncos secured their first AFC West title in a decade following the Houston Texans' victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday. Looking ahead to a key matchup on Sunday against the Chargers, a Broncos win would secure the AFC's top seed, granting Denver home-field advantage and a first-round bye, along with a tiebreaker over the New England Patriots. This potential clinch comes after the Broncos' recent 20-13 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Day, positioning them as strong contenders for the No. 1 seed in the AFC. Ahead of the critical game, Broncos head coach Sean Payton downplayed the significance of New Year's Eve, calling it the most overrated holiday and admitting he had not realized the date. Payton observed that younger players tend to focus more on rest and recovery, suggesting a reduced emphasis on celebrating and drinking among the team.
