Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton announced at the NFL scouting combine that he's ceding primary offensive playcalling duties to new offensive coordinator Davis Webb for the 2026 season. Payton, widely regarded as one of the NFL's top offensive minds, has personally called plays during his tenures with both the New Orleans Saints and Broncos.

Payton emphasized that while Webb will handle most playcalling responsibilities, he'll still call some plays on gamedays. The move comes after the Broncos fired former offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi following their AFC Championship Game loss to the New England Patriots. Webb was promoted to offensive coordinator this offseason.

The transition marks a significant shift in Denver's offensive approach. Payton told reporters he would only hand over playcalling duties if he believed it would benefit the team. The coach expressed confidence in Webb's abilities, stating he'll be 'really good at it.' This change signals the Broncos' commitment to evolving their offensive strategy under new leadership.