Broncos’ Sean Payton takes back play-calling duties from Davis Webb

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Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Broncos’ Sean Payton takes back play-calling duties from Davis Webb
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Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton has resumed offensive play-calling duties, effective Week 5 against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Broncos are currently 2-2, with quarterback Bo Nix struggling for consistency, throwing for 819 yards with five touchdowns and three interceptions in the first four games of the season. Under Davis Webb’s oversight, the offense averaged just 280.3 total yards and 18.5 points per game. Payton aims to enhance performance as the team prepares for a matchup against the Chargers on October 11. The Broncos will be without key players Patrick Surtain II and Riley Moss due to injuries, impacting their defense against a strong Chargers offense.

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  • •Broncos are 2-2 after four games this season.
  • •Bo Nix has 819 passing yards and five touchdowns so far.
  • •Denver scored only 40 first-half points over four games.
  • •Broncos face the Chargers on October 11 with key injuries.
  • •Payton's return as play-caller comes after a slow offensive start.
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The Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton has taken back offensive play-calling duties from Davis Webb after the team’s first four games of the 2026 season. The move comes as the Broncos look to improve their offensive performance. The Broncos are 2-2, with Bo Nix and the offense struggling to produce consistent results. Payton will […] The post ‘He’s Got to Be Aggressive’: Broncos’ Bo Nix Finds Himself at Center of Sean Payton’s Latest Move appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.

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