The firing signals that Denver is pursuing significant changes on offense under head coach Sean Payton, despite the team’s overall success during the 2025 campaign. The shift suggests a reevaluation of how the Broncos want to structure their offensive system moving forward.
With Lombardi out, the Broncos now have a vacancy on Payton’s offensive staff. The team will begin identifying a replacement who can implement Payton’s vision for the offense and quarterback development.
Rapoport has already flagged Davis Webb—the Broncos’ offensive passing game coordinator and quarterbacks coach—as a potential candidate to assume the OC duties. Webb’s familiarity with the QB room and the current system positions him as a logical internal option.
Denver will likely conduct a broader OC search, weighing internal promotions against external candidates to ensure the right fit for Payton’s offense and the quarterback room.
This summary is based on reporting from Heavy Sports. For now, the Broncos’ search to fill the open offensive coordinator role under Payton is expected to continue with updates to follow.
