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Sean Payton cautions against judging short-yardage play calls

It has been an up and down start to Davis Webb’s career as an offensive coordinator as the Denver Broncos offense has been completely defunct for large stretches of games in each of the first three games. Some of the…

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 10:59 PM
Sean Payton cautions against judging short-yardage play calls
Key Things to Know
  • Sean Payton stated it is too early to judge the Denver Broncos' short-yardage offensive play calls.
  • Payton noted Denver has faced approximately three third-and-1 situations through the first three games.
  • Davis Webb is serving as the offensive coordinator for the Denver Broncos.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton addressed questions regarding the team's short-yardage play calling following an inconsistent start to the season under offensive coordinator Davis Webb. Payton stated that it remains too early in the year to draw definitive conclusions, estimating the offense has had approximately three snaps in third-and-1 situations through the first three games.

Payton emphasized that the offense typically operates under center with a run during short-yardage scenarios rather than remaining in shotgun. The comments followed Denver's comeback victory against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday Night Football, as the Broncos prepare for their Week 4 road game against the San Francisco 49ers.

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