Late in the third quarter of Thursday’s game against the Chiefs, Broncos cornerback Chris Harris was burned by wide receiver Tyreek Hill for a 57-yard touchdown. It was an uncharacteristic play for Harris, who is rarely beat.
Denver went on to lose 30-6 and Harris was asked about the play after the game.
“That was a great play by [Chiefs coach] Andy Reid,” Harris said. “I’ve never had someone run a shallow-wheel on me. That was just a great play by him. I was able to contain him until then, but that was a great play.
“I don’t think any corner in the league can cover that. Did you see it? It’s a tough duty. It’s a part of taking on the best receiver every week. It just happens.”
Here’s a look at the Xs and Os of the play:
It would be difficult for any cornerback to cover that route one-on-one. It looks like safety Justin Simmons was sucked up toward the line of scrimmage, which left Harris isolated.
Hill finished the game with just three catches. That one was a dagger.
