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Denver coach Sean Payton says three playoff myths—postseason experience, home-field advantage, and rest from a first-round bye—aren’t guarantees, stressing that success comes from week-to-week preparation and execution. Ahead of a divisional-round rematch with the Bills at Mile High, Denver leans on last year’s playoff exposure, offseason additions to bolster the defense, and a raucous home crowd to challenge those myths.
The Denver Broncos transformed from a struggling team in 2022 to AFC West champions and Super Bowl contenders in just three years, thanks to strategic coaching, strong management, and key player development, notably with quarterback Bo Nix and a top-ranked defense.
The Denver Broncos won the 2025 AFC West title for the first time since 2015, after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs and benefiting from other game results, led by their defense and quarterback Bo Nix, with hopes of securing the top AFC seed.
Broncos coach Sean Payton revealed that in a critical moment, the team planned to take a delay of game penalty and kick a late field goal, but a clever pre-snap move by their guard caused a penalty that helped secure their 20-13 victory over the Chiefs, preventing the Chiefs from having a chance to tie or win.
Sean Payton made a comment about the Jaguars being a 'smaller market,' which coach Liam Coen used as a rallying cry for his team, highlighting how coaches often leverage perceived disrespect to motivate players. Payton clarified his remark, emphasizing it was meant to boost the Jaguars' profile, and the NFL's scheduling choices reflect the league's view of Jacksonville's market size.
Sean Payton's remarkable turnaround with the Denver Broncos has not translated into Coach of the Year recognition, largely due to high expectations and narrative factors, despite his impressive 10-2 record this season. The article discusses coaching stability, team performance, and the dynamics influencing awards and team decisions in the NFL.
The Denver Broncos face their biggest game of the season against the Chiefs with key injuries to top players, making the matchup a critical test for the team and coach Sean Payton, as a win could significantly improve their playoff prospects and division chances.
Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton praised 41-year-old tight end Marcedes Lewis for his great shape and leadership, after signing him as a free agent to address team needs. Lewis, a first-round pick in 2006, has maintained an impressive NFL career through rigorous training and dedication, and is expected to contribute significantly if he plays against the Texans.
Sean Payton's strategic play-calling and motivational tactics led the Denver Broncos to a commanding 44-24 victory over the Cowboys, showcasing a balanced offense and renewed team confidence after a period of inconsistency.
Sean Payton clarified that his comments about Jaxson Dart were not aimed at Russell Wilson, despite recent tensions and comments from Wilson, emphasizing that his remarks were solely about Dart's performance and not intended as an attack on Wilson.
Broncos coach Sean Payton responded to Russell Wilson's viral social media post, clarifying that his comments after a game were not directed at Wilson, despite Wilson's reaction calling Payton 'classless' and referencing past scandals. The situation remains ongoing with anticipation of Wilson's response.
Russell Wilson criticized Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton as 'classless' for comments about the Giants' comeback, referencing Payton's past Bountygate scandal. The feud stems from their 2023 season together, with Wilson now a backup for the Giants after a tumultuous tenure with the Broncos, who cut him in 2024. Payton's remarks about the Giants' QB change and Wilson's response highlight ongoing tensions in NFL coaching and player relationships.
Giants QB Russell Wilson called former coach Sean Payton 'classless' after Payton's comments about the Giants' quarterback situation, reigniting tensions rooted in their past in Denver, where Wilson's tenure was marked by underperformance and a costly release.
Russell Wilson responded to former coach Sean Payton's critical comments about his performance, referencing Payton's past Bounty Gate scandal and criticizing his comments about Jaxson Dart and the Giants' offense. The feud highlights tensions following Wilson's benching and release from the Broncos amid their coaching changes.
Russell Wilson criticized Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton on social media, calling him 'classless' and referencing the Bounty Gate scandal, after Payton made comments about the Giants' recent game and quarterback Jaxson Dart. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between Wilson and Payton following Wilson's trade to the Giants and Payton's coaching decisions.