Sean Payton: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 7

Insider Offers Super Bowl Update on Sean Payton Play-Calling Rumors

Since the Denver Broncos' impressive season ended, speculation surrounding Sean Payton's play-calling future has run rampant. The biggest reason it's suddenly

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 7

Broncos Lose Key Offensive Assistant to Ravens Job

The Denver Broncos are losing another assistant coach to an outside hire. The Baltimore Ravens are set to hire Broncos pass game specialist Zack Grossi as their new tight ends coach, per CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz.

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NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / February 6

Sean Payton’s Reaction to Drew Brees’ Hall of Fame Selection Says It All

It was a big day for the New Orleans Saints on Thursday. Early in the day, it was announced that Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough won the fan-voted Pepsi Zero Sugar NFL Rookie of the Year Award.

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

New Orleans Saints News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 6

Saints’ Drew Brees heaps praise on Sean Payton, Mickey Loomis after HOF induction

Drew Brees did not appear destined for Canton, Ohio when his NFL career began in 2001. The second-round draft pick was not an incredibly accurate quarterback with the then-San Diego Chargers, and after he enjoyed a breakout 2004-05 campaign, an injury to his throwing shoulder halted his progress and put his future in serious doubt.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / February 5

Sean Payton Has Not Decided On Broncos’ 2026 Play-Caller

Davis Webb‘s promotion to Broncos offensive coordinator stirred speculation that he may take over play-calling duties from Sean Payton. Webb received interest from several teams this cycle for both head coaching and offensive coordinator jobs that would have come with the opportunity to call plays.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 3

Breaking Down the Rumors Around Sean Payton Giving Up Play-Calling

Since the Denver Broncos' season came to an end, there have been questions about whether head coach Sean Payton will continue as the team's offensive play-caller.

Baltimore Ravens News / Pro Football Rumors / February 3

Ravens To Add Joe Lombardi To Staff

Joe Lombardi was fired one week ago in a move which ended his tenure with the Broncos. That paved the way for in-demand quarterbacks coach Davis Webb to be promoted as Denver’s new offensive coordinator.

NFL News / Cal Bears on SI / February 3

One-Time Cal QB Davis Webb Lands a New NFL Coaching Assignment

Former Cal quarterback Davis Webb continues to make a rapid ascension in the NFL coaching ranks. Webb, 31, has been named offensive coordinator of the Denver Broncos, a promotion after serving this season as the team’s offensive pass game coordinator/quarterbacks coach.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / February 1

What the Latest HC Hires Mean for Vance Joseph's Broncos Future

With the Las Vegas Raiders set to hire Klint Kubiak and the Arizona Cardinals hiring Mike LaFleur , the last two NFL head-coaching vacancies have been filled.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / February 1

Chiefs AFC West Rival's Coaching Staff Continues to Weaken

There have been several coaching changes, but the teams in the AFC West could be collectively facing the most staff turnover heading into next season. The Kansas City Chiefs have orchestrated several changes within their own coaching staff, including the offensive coordinator, wide receivers coach, and two quality control coaches.

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Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / February 1

Broncos Expected To Promote Davis Webb To OC

One of this year’s popular coaching candidates appears to be staying put. Multiple sources tell Mike Klis of 9News.com that Broncos quarterbacks coach Davis Webb will remain in Denver and will become the club’s new offensive coordinator following Joe Lombardi ’s dismissal.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / January 31

Sean Payton Calls Out Drops as Broncos Look for New WR Coach

The Denver Broncos' offseason is only six days old, but the team's to-do list has been made longer by the creation of several coaching vacancies. A top offseason priority has to be upgrading the skill positions.

Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 31

AFC Notes: Sean Payton, Matt Nagy, Broncos, Chiefs, Jets

Broncos HC Sean Payton criticized the techniques his wide receivers were using to catch the ball before it was announced that WR coach Keary Colbert was fired.

Denver Broncos News / Total Pro Sports / January 31

Denver Broncos Nightmare Deepens as Key Coach Jumps Ship to Rival Team Amid Intense Bo Nix-Sean Payton Feud

The Denver Broncos face more problems. The team will lose assistant head coach Jim Leonhard to the Buffalo Bills. His exit puts more pressure on head coach Sean Payton.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / January 31

Broncos Lose Another Coveted Coach to a Bills' Coordinator Job

The Buffalo Bills are raiding the Denver Broncos' coaching staff. Hot on the heels of hiring Broncos senior offensive assistant Pete Carmichael to serve as offensive coordinator, the Bills have hired defensive pass game coordinator and secondary coach Jim Leonhard to be their defensive coordinator.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / January 31

This AFC Rival Could be Next Year's 2025 Chiefs

This past season was an obvious failure for the Kansas City Chiefs, who failed to make the playoffs after finishing with a 6-11 record. The 2024 season left clues about how the 2025 season would unfold for Kansas City.

Denver Broncos News / Total Pro Sports / January 29

Broncos HC Sean Payton Is Getting Called Out For 'Childish Behavior' After Losing To Patriots In AFC Title Game

Sean Payton is receiving hate after the Denver Broncos lost to the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship Game. The criticism is not just about the loss.

Denver Broncos News / Total Pro Sports / January 28

Why Did Denver Broncos Fire 3 Coaches? Sean Payton Explains

After the Denver Broncos’ narrow loss in the AFC Championship Game, head coach Sean Payton made a significant coaching staff shakeup, firing three assistant coaches just days later.

Denver Broncos News / Larry Brown Sports / January 27

Sean Payton had a warning for his highly touted assistant coach

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton does not want to see one of his coveted assistants leave for a division rival.

Sean Payton's failed fourth-down call in AFC Championship Game loss proves analytics shouldn't always be trusted

Broncos' Sean Payton sounds off on players' miscues in loss to Patriots

Broncos HC Sean Payton discusses controversial fourth-down call in AFC Championship Game loss to Patriots

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Denver Broncos News / Larry Brown Sports / January 26

Sean Payton went against his instincts on key 4th down call

Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton seemingly went against his instincts on a key fourth down call in the second quarter of Sunday’s AFC Championship game.

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / January 26

Sean Payton's legacy faces another January reality check

Payton produced yet another playoff blunder in an otherwise winnable game.

Sean Payton's failed fourth-down call in AFC Championship Game loss proves analytics shouldn't always be trusted

Broncos' Sean Payton sounds off on players' miscues in loss to Patriots

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Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / January 26

Sean Payton's failed fourth-down call in AFC Championship Game loss proves analytics shouldn't always be trusted

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Jarrett Stidham assigns blame after brutal mistake in Broncos' AFC Championship loss to Patriots

Broncos' Sean Payton sounds off on players' miscues in loss to Patriots

Broncos must take an honest look at backfield after AFC Championship Game loss to Patriots

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Denver Broncos News / Larry Brown Sports / January 25

Sean Payton gets slammed for his ‘arrogance’ on call that swung Broncos-Patriots game

One poor play call from Sean Payton looms large over the Denver Broncos’ playoff exit Sunday against the New England Patriots. The Broncos were firmly in the driver’s seat early in the AFC Championship Game clash at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo.