Tillman, a reserve outside linebacker for Denver, drew the leverage penalty on the final play of the game, shortening the field for the Colts and paving the way for a game-winning kick. He accepted responsibility and indicated a desire to review film to learn from the error. The moment raises questions about his role and the Broncos’ special-teams discipline moving forward.

Tillman’s infraction on the Broncos defense gave the Colts another untimed down, setting up Shrader’s game-winning 45-yarder. The late lapse illustrates how one penalty can dramatically alter a game's endgame, and by extension, a fantasy outcome in scoring-heavy leagues.

Tillman’s leap was central to the flag called for leverage during the block attempt; he lined up in an unfamiliar interior spot, and a misalignment left him vulnerable as the last-minute sides flipped, contributing to the season’s pivotal setback.

Tillman drew the crucial leverage penalty by using a teammate to gain airborne leverage while attempting to block the kick, altering the game’s final sequence.

Called for a leverage penalty on the Colts’ long snapper that set up a re-kick, a key miscue that amplified the heartbreak and underscored how small errors can sway late-game outcomes.