What happened: Following consultations with his staff, Sean Payton announced he is taking over offensive play-calls and will speak directly with the quarterback on game days. The decision reverses a June move that handed the responsibilities to Davis Webb.

Why it matters: The shift follows offensive struggles for Denver, with recent analysis pointing to Nix missing downfield reads. Webb will remain on the sidelines and involved in the game plan, as Payton maintained his belief that the assistant is a future head coach.

What to watch: Payton will debut his renewed control of the offensive operation in the upcoming game.