Sean Payton Gets Chippy With Reporters When Asked About Yelling at Russell Wilson on Sidelines

Broncos head coach Sean Payton appeared visibly displeased with quarterback Russell Wilson during the team’s recent loss.

On Saturday night, the Broncos suffered a significant defeat on the road against the Detroit Lions, with a final score of 42-17. A particularly intense moment occurred when a frustrated Payton was observed berating Wilson on the sidelines following an offensive offsides call on 4th and goal.

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The Broncos were called for offensive offsides, wiping out a TD on 4th-and-goal.

Sean Payton was livid at the officials… and Denver QB Russell Wilson.

"Well, there is a very animated discussion. I'd say it's a one-sided discussion with his quarterback." – Kevin Harlan pic.twitter.com/k9KKcoSain

— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) December 17, 2023

Sean Payton screaming at Russell Wilson after that drive.

Not sure what Russ did wrong? pic.twitter.com/8tHBc2Zblr

— uSTADIUM (@uSTADIUM) December 17, 2023

When questioned about the altercation, Payton responded defensively to reporters, asserting that the details of his conversation with Russell were not their concern.

“I was upset at the call,” Payton stated. “Listen, what I talk with Russell about is none of your business.”

Sean Payton said when he was yelling on the sideline on the direction of Russell Wilson, he was “upset about the call,” referring to the offsides penalty, and not yelling at Wilson.

He added later, “What I talk with Russell about is none of your business.” pic.twitter.com/AxVgk9Qmiq

— Andrew Mason (@MaseDenver) December 17, 2023

Known for his passionate approach, Sean Payton has been instrumental in steering the Broncos back on track. It’s not uncommon for clashes to arise between Payton and Russell Wilson, given their shared alpha-dog mentality and robust personalities.