HC Sean Payton on the 2026 Broncos ahead of season opener vs. Chiefs: 'It's a smart team'

Head Coach Sean Payton speaks to the media about facing the Chiefs and head coach Andy Reid, the leadership on Denver's roster and more.

Special Teams Coordinator/Assistant Head Coach Darren Rizzi speaks to the media about working with Head Coach Sean Payton, kicker Wil Lutz and safety Devon Key being named special teams captains and more.

Defensive Coordinator Vance Joseph speaks to the media about facing the Chiefs' offensive playmakers, the importance of making in-game adjustments and more.

Offensive Coordinator Davis Webb speaks to the media about the Broncos' Week 1 matchup, Denver's wide receiver room and more.

Kicker Wil Lutz speaks to the media ahead of Week 1 about being named a captain, safety Devon Key also earning that honor and more.

Wide receiver Courtland Sutton speaks to the media ahead of Week 1 about being named a captain, quarterback Bo Nix's return and more.

Quarterback Bo Nix speaks to the media ahead of Week 1 about opening the season on "Monday Night Football," his return to regular-season action and more.

Head Coach Sean Payton speaks to the media ahead of Week 1 about the Broncos naming nine captains, the challenge he anticipates against Kansas City and more.

Inside linebacker Alex Singleton speaks to the media about preparing for Denver's Week 1 matchup, facing Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III and more.

Guard Quinn Meinerz speaks to the media about how his pass protection has improved throughout his career, facing Kansas City defensive tackle Chris Jones and more.

Head Coach Sean Payton speaks to the media about the challenge of facing the Chiefs' defense, how internal improvement allowed the Broncos to win the AFC West in 2025 and more.

Tight end Evan Engram speaks to the media about rookie tight end Dallen Bentley, working with Offensive Coordinator Davis Webb and more.

Defensive lineman Zach Allen speaks to the media about facing quarterback Patrick Mahomes in Week 1, the strength of Denver's defense and more.

Head Coach Sean Payton speaks to the media about a "Monday Night Football" matchup with the Chiefs, the Broncos' focus on internal improvement and more.

Tackle Garett Bolles speaks to the media about how he approaches the next two weeks, what he's seen from quarterback Bo Nix and more.

Cornerback Pat Surtain II speaks to the media about Week 1, what the defense is focusing on and more.

Tackle Mike McGlinchey speaks to the media about the team's focus as Week 1 nears, younger players in the offensive line room and more.

Safety Talanoa Hufanga speaks to the media about his teammates on the Broncos' 53-man roster, how the team will turn its attention to the regular season and more.

Head Coach Sean Payton speaks to the media about roster decisions, being two weeks from the season opener against Kansas City and more.

General Manager George Paton speaks to the media about the strength of Denver's roster, the depth of various position groups and more.

Quarterback Sam Ehlinger speaks to the media after the Broncos' 34-6 win over the Vikings about his long touchdown pass to Justin Joly, his overall preseason performance and more.

Quarterback Jarrett Stidham speaks to the media about Denver's final preseason game, the Broncos' quarterback room and more.

Head Coach Sean Payton speaks to the media about upcoming roster decisions, things that stood out during the Broncos' preseason finale and more.

Wide receiver Courtland Sutton speaks to the media about playing in front of a home crowd, working with Offensive Coordinator Davis Webb and more.

Head Coach Sean Payton speaks to the media about evaluating players ahead of the 53-man roster deadline, Denver's final preseason game on Friday and more.