Sean Payton is giving up Broncos play-calling duties to Davis Webb
3 minute readPublished: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 1:26 am
Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton Relinquishes Play-Calling Duties
Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton has announced he will hand over play-calling responsibilities to new offensive coordinator Davis Webb for the upcoming 2026 season. This marks the first time Payton will not be directly calling plays in his tenure with the Broncos, entering his fourth season with the team.
Payton, who previously served as the head coach and primary play-caller for the New Orleans Saints from 2006 to 2021, including their Super Bowl victory in 2010, cited the change as a strategic move to benefit the team. He emphasized his confidence in Webb's abilities and his commitment to supporting the new offensive coordinator.
Webb, a former quarterback and Giants draft pick, was promoted to offensive coordinator on February 2nd. He previously served as the Broncos' quarterbacks coach. Payton highlighted Webb's talent and the discussions they had throughout the past season as factors in the decision. Webb has also interviewed for head coaching positions with other teams.
Webb has experience calling plays, having done so during a 2025 preseason game for the Broncos, where he received positive feedback from players. The Broncos' offense struggled last season, finishing 14th in both points per game and total yards. Webb will be tasked with improving these offensive statistics.
BNN's Perspective:
This is a bold move by Payton, and it will be interesting to see how it plays out. While it's a gamble to hand over play-calling duties, it could free up Payton to focus on other aspects of the team and potentially lead to a more dynamic offense. The success of this transition will depend heavily on Webb's ability to translate his potential into tangible results on the field.
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