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Sean Payton resumes Broncos play-calling duties

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The Denver Broncos offense continues to face scrutiny as the team holds a 2-2 3-2 record. Following early-season struggles, including a Week 1 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs where the team recorded only 176 yards from scrimmage, Chiefs, head coach Sean Payton has officially announced he will would resume offensive play-calling duties starting in Week 5. This decision follows followed reports that the shift from offensive coordinator Davis Webb was imminent. Webb, now in his fourth year of NFL coaching, Webb expressed disappointment regarding the demotion but reaffirmed his commitment to the team. He noted that team, noting he had prepared himself for ‘various professional scenarios’ when accepting the position and remains in charge of offensive meetings and supporting the quarterback room. Payton intends to be directly involved in the ear of quarterback Bo Nix during upcoming games, including the matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, to address offensive stagnation. The move aims Payton’s decision aimed to rectify an erratic aerial attack, a lack of commitment to the running game, and general difficulty scoring points. In the subsequent matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, the Broncos secured a 23-17 victory, improving their record to 3-2. victory. Despite the win, the offense remained inefficient, managing only 224 total yards and converting just one of 12 third-down attempts. The victory was largely driven by the Broncos' defense, aided by a late-game interception by safety Brandon Jones. The win also marked Payton’s first victory over Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh at SoFi Stadium. Quarterback Bo Nix remains a central figure in the team’s challenges. Despite being viewed as a franchise cornerstone, Nix has entered a performance slump, struggling with poise and decision-making while appearing ‘increasingly unsettled in the pocket.’ Conversely, the loss left the Chargers winless at 0-5, with quarterback Justin Herbert facing criticism following a difficult performance marked by one interception and five sacks.

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  1. 2026-10-12 22:58 UTC Sean Payton resumes Broncos play-calling duties
  2. 2026-10-12 03:19 UTC Sean Payton resumes Broncos play-calling duties
  3. 2026-10-10 19:23 UTC Sean Payton resumes Broncos play-calling duties
  4. 2026-10-10 13:45 UTC Sean Payton resumes Broncos play-calling duties
  5. 2026-10-08 15:40 UTC Denver Broncos offensive performance scrutiny
  6. 2026-10-07 21:12 UTC Denver Broncos offensive performance scrutiny
  7. 2026-09-30 01:46 UTC Denver Broncos offensive performance scrutiny
  8. 2026-09-26 00:22 UTC Denver Broncos offensive performance scrutiny

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