Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich defended his play calling in Saturday's 27-24 wild-card loss to the Bills, including a costly fourth-down decision that ultimately turned the game in Buffalo's favor.
With his team leading 10-7 late in the first half and facing fourth-and-goal from the 4-yard line, Reich elected to keep his offense on the field to try to deliver a big blow to the favored Bills, instead of attempting a field goal for a possible 13-7 lead.
As it happened, Colts quarterback Philip Rivers' throw was just out reach for rookie receiver Michael Pittman Jr.