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Sean Payton introduces himself to Denver with surprise onside kick in callback to pivotal Saints Super Bowl play

Sean Payton is here to make an impression.

The first-year Broncos coach introduced himself to Denver in thrilling fashion Sunday with a redux of one of the most famous plays in Super Bowl history. The Broncos won the coin toss against the Las Vegas Raiders and elected to defer, meaning Will Lutz was on deck for the opening kickoff. But he didn't send it deep.

The Broncos kicker opted for subterfuge, sending the ball short and right for an onside kick. The Broncos came up with the loose ball sending a hungry Mile High crowd into a frenzy.