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Broncos' Payton Accuses Seahawks of Cheating

Updated 2026-09-22 20:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald claims the Broncos accused Seattle of a SpyGate-like cheating scandal in 2024. Denver's Sean Payton later backed off after threats of legal action from the Seahawks.

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Macdonald says Broncos' Payton accused Seahawks of cheating in 2024

Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald says the Broncos wrongfully accused Seattle of a SpyGate-like cheating scandal in 2024. Denver coach Sean Payton ultimately "backed off" after the Seahawks threatened a lawsuit if they went public with the allegation.

2026-09-22 21:09 UTC