Broncos win 26-21 after overturned interception on Sunday

Denver secured a 26-21 victory over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday after the NFL reversed a call that confirmed backup safety Devon Key’s interception.

Key, who had thought the whistle had ended the play, crouched and grabbed the ball after quarterback Bryce Young’s pass struck tight end Tommy Tremble twice and bounced off his wrist. The interception was initially nullified, but NFL officials determined that Broncos coach Sean Payton had thrown the challenge flag a split second before the snap, prompting a review that upheld Key’s turnover.

Impact on Broncos’ record

The reversal proved pivotal in Denver’s 26‑21 comeback, extending the club’s NFL‑record 16th consecutive one‑score win. The Broncos (7‑2) have now won five games by one score this season, following an 11‑2 record in close games last year.

Key, an All‑Pro special‑teams ace, said the team’s experience in tight contests helped them stay composed. The win also broke the Indianapolis Colts’ previous record of 15 consecutive one‑score victories set in 2008‑09.

Denver’s recent success has included several crucial officiating decisions, such as a defensive pass‑interference call that nullified a Josh Wallace interception against the Los Angeles Rams earlier in the season.

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