Sean Payton takes over Broncos’ offensive play-calling

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton told reporters Thursday that he will take over offensive play-calling. “We’ll make a change offensively. I’ll call the plays,” he said, according to Adam Schefter. Ian Rapoport separately relayed the same announcement.

The decision moves the situation beyond earlier reports of a more collaborative approach. Schefter initially reported that Payton would have an increased role while offensive coordinator Davis Webb retained significant game-planning and game-day duties. Rapoport’s earlier account similarly described Webb as a major voice during the week and on game day.

Before the announcement, Payton had called taking over the play-calling a “fair question” and said he would “look at everything,” . Schefter said Denver was seeking an offensive spark before Sunday’s road game against the Los Angeles Chargers.