In a heated postgame exchange, Carolina Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn confronted Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton after the Broncos' 28-14 victory. Horn accused Payton of attempting to run up the score, particularly after Denver executed trick plays in the fourth quarter while leading by a significant margin.

Payton, who has a history with the Panthers from his time coaching the New Orleans Saints, defended his decisions, stating that his team was focused on finishing the game properly. He acknowledged Horn's frustration but emphasized the need to maintain competitive integrity in the NFL.