Colin Cowherd Convinced NFL Gave Broncos Tough 2026 Schedule as Punishment
Summary
The NFL released its 2026 season schedule, highlighting some teams with especially tough matchups. FS1’s Colin Cowherd suggested the Denver Broncos may have received one of the hardest early schedules as a possible punishment from the league due to their coach Sean Payton’s conflicts with NFL officials.Key Facts
- The Denver Broncos have one of the toughest first six games in 2026, playing multiple playoff teams.
- Their early opponents include the Kansas City Chiefs, Jacksonville Jaguars, Los Angeles Rams, San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Chargers, and Seattle Seahawks.
- Colin Cowherd believes the difficult schedule is a form of retaliation against Broncos coach Sean Payton.
- Sean Payton has had disagreements with the NFL league office, criticizing quarterbacks and coaches.
- Other teams with difficult schedules include the Chicago Bears, Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals, and Green Bay Packers.
- The Broncos’ schedule eases up mid-season but ends with three straight games against strong playoff teams.
- The NFL has not confirmed any intention to punish Denver with this schedule.
- The Broncos open with a nationally televised "Monday Night Football" game against the Chiefs.
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