Sean Payton calls reverse play leading to Jaylen Waddle's injury "awful
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 12:22 AM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
Jaylen Waddle left the Broncos' game against the Cardinals with a chest injury after a reverse play in the fourth quarter. Head coach Sean Payton expressed regret over the play, stating it was an "awful" call during his postgame comments. Waddle, who did not return to the game after attempting to recover a loose ball, will be monitored as the Broncos prepare for their Week 8 matchup against the Chiefs. The Broncos won the game 30-16, but the injury casts a shadow over the victory.
- •Jaylen Waddle left with a chest injury in the fourth quarter.
- •Sean Payton criticized the reverse play that led to the injury.
- •Waddle did not return to the game.
- •Broncos won 30-16 against the Cardinals.
- •Monitoring Waddle's condition ahead of Week 8.
- 12:22 AMYahoo Sports — Sean Payton: Reverse that led to Jaylen Waddle injury was an "awful" play call
"Broncos wide receiver Jaylen Waddle left Sunday's game against the Cardinals after suffering a chest injury on a fourth quarter play that head coach Sean Payton would like to have back.
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