The Broncos and Saints are finalizing a deal to land Sean Payton in Denver as their new coach, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Payton retired after the 2021 season and is still signed to New Orleans, but a trade is being worked out.
Payton will take over the role after Nathaniel Hackett was fired 15 games into his first season. He led the team to a 4–11 record during that span.
Senior assistant coach Jerry Rosburg was named the interim coach for the final two games. The Broncos finished last in the AFC West standings with a 5–12 record, one game behind the Raiders.