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Broncos’ play under review: Nathaniel Hackett’s head-coaching debut ends in firestorm of criticism over late-game management

Nathaniel Hackett’s head coaching debut ended in a firestorm of criticism over his game management in the Broncos’ 17-16 season-opening loss in Seattle.

With 1:03 left in the fourth quarter, Javonte Williams was tackled at the Seahawks’ 46-yard line following a nine-yard reception. At that point, the Broncos were facing fourth-and-5, with three time outs left and a one-point deficit.

But instead of . . .

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