Payton mused stepping aside to let Belichick chase Shula record

Payton, who just finished his first year coaching the Denver Broncos, considered offering to step back as assistant head coach so that Bill Belichick could remain at the helm until he secured 15 victories and surpassed Don Shula’s all‑time NFL win record of 347.

Belichick currently has 333 total wins, 14 behind Shula, and the idea was deemed too complicated and fanciful, according to Wickersham. It reflects Payton’s respect for the legend but is unlikely to materialize. milkshake.it.com