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Parker Gabriel’s 7 thoughts after Broncos upset Philly, including the story behind Sean Payton’s game-changing two-point gamble

PHILADELPHIA — The Broncos came to the City of Brotherly Love and kicked off a long road trip with the most impressive victory of the Sean Payton era. Here are seven thoughts following the 21-17 win.

1. Sean Payton failed the down-8 challenge early in the fourth quarter, then set the Broncos up for a win using his own brand of aggressiveness.

When Denver running back J.K. Dobbins plunged into the end zone with 13:16 remaining in regulation Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field, Broncos coach Sean Payton faced one of the classic modern-day coaching decisions.