The Denver Broncos are shaking things up on the offensive front, bringing in Davis Webb as the new offensive coordinator. Webb's involvement with college prospects has been a hot topic, especially after Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq's impressive performance at the NFL Combine. Sadiq set a speed record for his position, catching the eye of many, including head coach Sean Payton, who was present as Webb led the session.
This hands-on approach is typical for the Broncos, where positional coaches often engage deeply with prospects. However, Webb's role is set to be more significant this year, as Payton announced that Webb will be calling plays. This marks a notable shift in the Broncos' strategy, even though Sadiq mentioned that their conversation was more about personality and football knowledge than detailed playbook discussions.
Sadiq described the interaction as light-hearted and engaging, focusing on understanding his character and football IQ. Similarly, Texas A&M receiver KC Concepcion, a potential first-round pick, noted that Webb tested his football knowledge and passion for the game. Alabama's Germie Bernard, another prospect on Denver's radar, shared that Webb's approach involved probing questions to gauge his understanding of the game.
While these interactions are standard at the Combine, Webb's methods are drawing attention due to Payton's decision to hand over play-calling duties. Bernard recounted their film breakdown session, where Webb assessed his football insights.
Payton's history of drafting players tailored for his system adds another layer of intrigue. A versatile tight end like Sadiq could be an ideal "joker" in Payton's offense, though Sadiq is expected to be off the board by the time the Broncos make their pick. This blend of strategic coaching changes and targeted prospect evaluations sets the stage for an exciting draft season in Denver.