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September 9th, 2026

How much control of the Denver Broncos offense will Sean Payton give Davis Webb Monday vs the Chiefs

Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay break down the Broncos’ newly announced captains and react to Sean Payton’s comments about how he chooses them — and how he and Davis Webb work together during the offensive install.

Payton says the structure of the install is Webb’s discretion, which makes Zach and Phil thrilled. But it also raises the big question: How much control will Webb actually have on Sundays? Will Payton let his young offensive coordinator run the show, or will he step in during high‑pressure moments? And if he does, how often will it happen?

This is the full breakdown of leadership, trust, and the evolving power dynamic inside the Broncos’ offense.

Broncos captains revealed and what it says about team leadership

Payton’s comments on the offensive install and Webb’s discretion

Why Zach and Phil love Webb having control

How much authority Webb will have on game day

What this dynamic means for the Broncos’ offense moving forward

Broncos Country — weigh in:
• How much control should Davis Webb have
• When should Sean Payton step in
• And what does this captain group say about the Broncos’ identity

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