Payton's Belichick Win Plan | Denver News

Sean Payton reportedly toyed with a wild plan in 2024 to bring Bill Belichick to the Broncos as head coach—just long enough to break Don Shula’s wins record—with Payton stepping down to assistant coach and running the offense. The idea, born from their deep history under Bill Parcells and Payton’s admiration for Belichick’s legacy, was shelved as too complicated and disrespectful to Broncos ownership, players, and fans. It also highlighted how Belichick’s shaky handling of Mac Jones’ rookie season—when scoring plummeted under split offensive duties—made such a move seem impractical. Ultimately, it’s a fascinating glimpse into the tangled web of respect, legacy, and pressure in the NFL’s coaching world. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0667b1ffd20308d7