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Sean Payton could take back play-calling from Davis Webb for Broncos

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 2:37 PM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Sean Payton could take back play-calling from Davis Webb for Broncos

Summary

Sean Payton may soon reclaim play-calling duties from Davis Webb for the Denver Broncos as their offense struggles. Despite Webb's recent start in the role, the team’s ranking of 27th in total offense and scoring has raised concerns among insiders. Payton, a respected offensive play-caller, had entrusted these responsibilities to Webb this season. With the Broncos at 2-2, they prepare to face the winless Los Angeles Chargers next, which could provide an opportunity for Webb to solidify his position.

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Status Watch

•Broncos currently rank 27th in total offense and scoring.
•Davis Webb has served as Denver's play-caller after previous roles as quarterbacks coach.
•Sean Payton is widely regarded as a top offensive strategist.
•The Broncos are set to play the winless Los Angeles Chargers next.
•Insiders indicate Webb may have limited time to improve results.

Latest Updates

2:37 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos rumors: NFL insiders think Sean Payton is close to making bombshell Davis Webb change

What they're saying

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Sean Payton could be nearing a major change to the Denver Broncos’ offense , with NFL insiders increasingly expecting him to reclaim play-calling duties from Davis Webb. In their recent NFL Week 5 discussion, ESPN’s Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler both indicated that Webb may have more time, but Denver’s offensive results are putting the arrangement […] The post Broncos rumors: NFL insiders think Sean Payton is close to making bombshell Davis Webb change appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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