Payton Criticizes Broncos' Preseason Performance

Sean Payton expressed dissatisfaction with the Broncos' performance in their preseason home opener against the Packers, despite the game having no bearing on the regular season. "Obviously that wasn't good enough," Payton told reporters. "There weren't a lot of things — pick a topic. Pick penalties, we lose there, kickoff, kickoff return, we lose that battle. Rushing numbers, we lose that."

While quarterback Bo Nix's first game action since breaking an ankle was described as "solid" after he led a touchdown drive, Payton noted issues with offensive output. "We had too many minus plays, too many penalties offensively," he said. When asked if Nix would play in the preseason finale, Payton indicated he would evaluate the situation. betsport24.es