Broncos edge Seahawks 17-14 in overtime on Thursday Night Football
Denver beat Seattle 17-14 in overtime after a safety intercepted Sam Darnold, setting up a 53-yard field goal that gave the Broncos a 4-2 record.
Key points
- The Broncos won 17-14 in overtime on Thursday Night Football.
- Ja'Quan McMillian intercepted Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold to set up the winning field goal.
- Wil Lutz kicked a 53-yard field goal in overtime for the decisive score.
- Denver improved to 4-2, while Seattle added a loss to its record.
- Head coach Sean Payton took back play‑calling duties during the game.
Broncos Edge Seahawks 17-14 in Overtime on Thursday Night Football
Denver hosted the Seattle Seahawks at Empower Field at Mile High for Thursday Night Football in Week 6 on Oct. 15, 2026, with a kickoff at 8:15 p.m. ET on Prime Video.
The game went to overtime after the teams were tied at 14‑14 at the end of regulation.
In overtime, Denver safety Ja'Quan McMillian intercepted Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold at the Seahawks’ 43‑yard line, setting up the winning score.
Kicker Wil Lutz converted a 53‑yard field goal, giving the Broncos a 17‑14 victory.
The win moved Denver to a 4‑2 record and added Seattle to what the team described as its three‑best quality wins, joining victories over the Rams and Jaguars.
Denver’s defense forced two interceptions against Darnold, including the overtime pick, while the offense managed only 30 yards in the third and fourth quarters.
Head coach Sean Payton resumed play‑calling duties from offensive coordinator Davis Webb during the game.
Despite offensive struggles, the Broncos continued a season in which they have faced one of the NFL’s toughest schedules while maintaining a winning streak.
Your questions, answered
Who intercepted the Seahawks' quarterback in overtime?
Denver safety Ja'Quan McMillian intercepted Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold.
How did the Broncos score the winning points?
Kicker Wil Lutz converted a 53-yard field goal in overtime.
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