Per Broncos source, CEO Greg Penner/GM George Paton went into search thinking Sean Payton/Jim Harbaugh as 2 to beat. DeMeco Ryans soared after his impressive interview.
All along Broncos thought SEan Payton was their best candidate (winning culture/Russ). BUT (1/3) #9sports

— Mike Klis (@mikeklis) January 31, 2023