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Payton: Broncos’ offense not championship-caliber, focus must be on details

Sean Payton said righting the wrongs of Denver's offense is more about the "specific and the detail of each play," not who is actually calling the plays.

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 11:59 PM
Payton: Broncos’ offense not championship-caliber, focus must be on details
Key Things to Know
  • Sean Payton admitted the Denver Broncos are not playing championship football amid major offensive struggles.
  • The 2-2 Broncos rank 27th in scoring and 30th in explosive plays through four games.
  • Payton backed offensive coordinator Davis Webb, stating the issues stem from execution details rather than playcalling.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton acknowledged the team's ongoing offensive struggles on Wednesday, admitting their current performance is not championship football. Sitting at 2-2 following a 24-14 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, Denver ranks near the bottom of the NFL in scoring, total yards, and explosive plays. Despite questions about offensive coordinator Davis Webb's playcalling, Payton emphasized focusing on execution and details rather than changing who calls the plays.

Quarterback Bo Nix currently ranks 22nd in QBR and 27th in average air yards per attempt, drawing significant external scrutiny. Wide receiver Courtland Sutton defended Nix, stating that the entire offense shares accountability for the slump, while Nix stressed the importance of tuning out outside noise and listening only to teammates and coaches.

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