From Newsweek · Keagan Stiefel · · 1m 20s
Sean Payton won't take back play calling duties from Webb
Despite a dismal offensive showing against Kansas City, Denver's head coach is sticking with his coordinator.
In brief
Despite a dismal offensive showing against Kansas City, Denver's head coach is sticking with his coordinator. Sean Payton plans to keep Davis Webb as play caller despite the Broncos scoring just one touchdown in their blowout loss to Kansas City. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Payton won't reclaim play calling
Denver's head coach doesn't plan to take back offensive play calling duties despite Monday's dismal performance against Kansas City.
One touchdown in blowout loss
The Broncos managed just a single touchdown in their Monday night defeat to the Chiefs, sparking calls for a coaching change.
Webb keeps the job
New offensive coordinator Davis Webb will continue calling plays. Ian Rapoport says Payton gave up the duties for a good reason and trusts his young coach.
“Davis Webb is a really good young coach and Sean Payton did this for a really good reason.”
Payton's history with play calling
The head coach called plays throughout his 15 years with New Orleans and his first three seasons in Denver before handing them to Webb this year.
Coach takes responsibility
Payton acknowledged the poor performance across the board. Third-down conversions and rushing numbers were particularly bad.
“Obviously, not a good evening. Didn't do a lot well at all in the game.”
Door left slightly open
Denver could reconsider if the offense keeps struggling, but for now they're sticking with the preseason decision to let Webb call plays.
What matters most
Sean Payton plans to keep Davis Webb as play caller despite the Broncos scoring just one touchdown in their blowout loss to Kansas City.
