The 2016-17 NFL season was a difficult one for the New Orleans Saints and their head coach Sean Payton. After a promising start to the season, the Saints suffered a crushing defeat to the Denver Broncos in Week 10. This was Payton’s first loss to the Broncos in his career and it was a difficult pill to swallow.
The Saints had been on a roll heading into the game, winning four of their last five games. They were looking to continue their winning streak against the Broncos, who had been struggling as of late. However, the Broncos had other ideas and put together an impressive performance to hand the Saints their first loss of the season.
The game was a close one throughout, with the Broncos taking a narrow lead late in the fourth quarter. The Saints had a chance to tie the game late, but quarterback Drew Brees was unable to connect with wide receiver Brandin Cooks on a fourth down pass. The Broncos then ran out the clock to secure the win.
The loss was a bitter pill for Payton and the Saints to swallow. It was Payton’s first loss to the Broncos in his career and it was a reminder of how tough the NFL can be. Despite the loss, Payton and the Saints remained positive and continued to fight for a playoff spot.
Ultimately, the Saints fell short of making the playoffs, but they still had a successful season. Payton and his team showed resilience and determination in the face of adversity and they will look to build on this success in the 2017-18 season. The loss to the Broncos was a tough one, but it will only make Payton and his team stronger in the long run.