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Broncos HC Sean Payton Explains Process of Benching Players Who Don't Improve

As the Denver Broncos prepare for the 2023 season, new head coach Sean Payton has wasted no time implementing his philosophies, which include a short leash for players who struggle in the new system.

After opening the preseason with an 18-17 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Friday, Payton explained to ESPN's Jeff Legwold that he has no problems benching players who don't improve.

"There is a point at which you pull the player out,'' Payton said. "There is an emphasis to it, but it has to be more than just that. It has to go away.