The Denver Broncos made a big change this offseason by promoting Davis Webb to offensive coordinator.
Giving up play-calling was a big step for Sean Payton to relinquish something that he’s done for a long time. Although some around the league believe it might not be permanent.
The Broncos have a brutal schedule to begin the year, opening with the Chiefs, Jaguars, Rams, 49ers, Chargers and Seahawks. Getting out of that stretch at 3-3 would be okay, with 4-2 or better feeling great.
But if it doesn’t go well, could Payton take back play-calling duties from Webb? That’s what ESPN’s Ben Solak suggests in a new article on Tuesday. He was exploring top storylines around the NFL heading into training camp and mentioned the Payton / Webb transition.
This nugget near the end will catch people’s attention.
“Webb needs a strong start to the regular season,” Solak writes. “If the Broncos’ offense feels lesser through September and into October, don’t be surprised if Payton reclaims playcall...