Shane Steichen defends decisions to kick off, kick field goal in overtime
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Key Points:
- Colts coach Shane Steichen chose to kick off after winning the overtime coin toss, aiming to play defense first and limit Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes' opportunities on offense.
- Steichen explained that kicking off was a strategic decision to avoid giving Mahomes four downs to respond if the Colts scored first.
- On a critical fourth-and-8 at the Chiefs' 15-yard line, Steichen initially planned to go for a game-winning touchdown but opted for a delay of game penalty and a tying field goal after assessing the Chiefs' defensive setup.
- The game ended with the Chiefs winning 33-30 after Harrison Butker kicked a field goal following Mahomes' successful drive.
- Despite the loss, Steichen defended his decisions as sound strategic choices, even though the outcome was unfavorable for the Colts.
