Broncos Face Chargers After Payton Reclaims Play Calling

The Denver Broncos visit the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on October 11, 2026, for a Week 5 AFC West matchup. Denver enters the game at 2-2 after a loss last week, while Los Angeles is 0-4 and seeks its first victory of the season against a division rival.

According to Sports Illustrated's Denver Broncos coverage, head coach Sean Payton has reclaimed offensive play-calling duties from offensive coordinator Davis Webb. The decision followed Denver's latest defeat and became a major storyline during the week leading into Sunday's game.

Payton's record against the Chargers since joining Denver in 2023 stands at 1-5, according to the source. The Broncos also have yet to win a game at SoFi Stadium, adding another challenge as they prepare for the divisional contest.

Denver is scheduled to kick off at 1:05 p.m. PDT on CBS Channel 4. Ian Eagle will handle play-by-play, Ross Tucker will serve as the color analyst, and Evan Washburn will report from the sidelines.

Local streaming options listed by the outlet include YouTube TV and Paramount+, both requiring subscriptions. NFL+ is the listed national streaming option, with subscribers able to watch local and primetime games on mobile devices and tablets. The service also includes NFL Network and live game audio, while its premium tier offers NFL RedZone and full game replays across devices.

Radio coverage will be available locally on KOA at 850 AM and 94.1 FM. Dave Logan will provide play-by-play, Rick Lewis will serve as color analyst, and Susie Wargin will report from the sidelines. The Compass Media Network will carry national radio coverage, with Josh Lewin on play-by-play and Steve Beuerlein as analyst.

Denver will wear its Summit White jerseys and pants against Los Angeles. The outlet noted that the Broncos wore the same uniform combination during their road game at SoFi Stadium last season.

The injury report also affects Denver's secondary. With Surtain and Moss unavailable, the Broncos elevated cornerbacks Brent Austin and Sean Fresch Jr. from the practice squad for the game, according to the source.

The two rookies are set to make their NFL debuts. Denver also has Jahdae Barron, Ja'Quan McMillian, and Kris Abrams-Draine available at cornerback, giving the team additional options in the secondary.

The matchup comes ahead of Denver's next scheduled game, a Thursday night contest at home the following week. The Broncos must first face a Chargers team seeking to end its four-game losing start to the season.