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Sean Keeler: Not sure Broncos’ Davis Webb will fly with Sean Payton, Bo Nix? Just ask his high school coach.
By Sean Keeler, The Denver Post at Waco Tribune-Herald
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
DENVER — While his peers were drawing with crayons, Davis Webb was drawing shallow crosses. Legend has it that, as young as 6, the Broncos’ new offensive coordinator and play-caller watched college football games with a pile of little index…
Why this matters in The Waco
The story of Davis Webb's early fascination with football strategy has interesting implications for local high school coaches in Waco . As they develop their own young players, they may take note of Webb's unique background and consider how to nurture similar talent in their own programs. The fact that Webb was watching college football games and diagraming plays at such a young age suggests that he had a strong support system, likely including coaches and mentors who encouraged his interest in the sport. This raises questions about how local schools in McLennan County are identifying and supporting young athletes with exceptional potential, and whether they have the resources and expertise to help them develop their skills. As the Broncos' new offensive coordinator, Webb's success will be closely watched, and his story may inspire local coaches to rethink their approach to developing young talent.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? DENVER — While his peers were drawing with crayons, Davis Webb was drawing shallow crosses. Legend has it that, as young as 6, the Broncos’ new offensive coordinator and play-caller watched college football games with a pile of little index…
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