Colin Cowherd suggests NFL is ‘punishing’ Sean Payton with 2026 schedule
Colin Cowherd has suggested that the NFL is punishing Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton with a challenging schedule for the 2026 season. He highlighted the difficulty of the first six games, which include matchups against top teams. Cowherd believes this tough stretch reflects a mixed relationship between Payton and the league office.
- ▪The Broncos' 2026 schedule features a tough six-game stretch to start the season.
- ▪Colin Cowherd described this stretch as the toughest he has ever seen.
- ▪The first six games include matchups against teams like the Kansas City Chiefs and Seattle Seahawks.
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