Sean Payton takes over Broncos’ offensive play-calling

A change after four games

Payton’s announcement followed reports earlier Thursday that he would become more involved in calling plays for Week 5 against the Los Angeles Chargers. His confirmation made clear that he would call the plays himself.

Webb became offensive coordinator in the offseason after three seasons as the Broncos’ quarterbacks coach. He also held the title of offensive pass game coordinator in 2025.

Denver seeks more from its offense

Through four games, quarterback Bo Nix had completed 60 percent of his passes for 819 yards, with five touchdown passes and three interceptions, according to the NFL report. His passer rating was 80.4.

The report noted that Nix’s Week 4 passing attempts were often short: 29 of his 42 attempts targeted receivers behind the line of scrimmage or fewer than 10 yards downfield. Nix said he was getting to his outlets faster and attributed that in part to his familiarity with the system.

Running back RJ Harvey caught 10 passes for 68 yards and had seven carries for 25 yards in Denver’s 24–14 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, the NFL reported.

Payton’s focus on execution

Payton said the team’s focus was on improving small details on offense. He also praised Webb, saying he expected the coordinator to become a head coach in the future, according to the NFL report.

Denver entered the change at 2–2, Payton said. The Broncos were set to face the Chargers in Week 5, giving Payton his first game back as the team’s offensive play-caller that season.