Overview
- The Broncos handed game‑day play‑calling to 31‑year‑old offensive coordinator Davis Webb in the offseason after Joe Lombardi left the staff, creating an experiment in coach development.
- Denver’s offense ranks near the bottom of the league through four games, producing about 280 yards and 18–19 points per game and posting low first‑half scoring and turnover issues.
- Commentary from multiple ESPN analysts and league sources intensified this week, with some saying Sean Payton could soon take play‑calling back if the offense does not improve.
- Payton declined to rule out reclaiming play‑calling when asked on Wednesday and repeatedly emphasized that the team must focus on play‑level details rather than who sends in plays.
- The upcoming game against the winless Los Angeles Chargers is widely framed as a likely inflection point that could prompt a quick operational change and carry consequences for Webb’s short‑term job outlook.