According to the Washington Posts Mark Maske, while Sean Payton liked the idea of coaching quarterback Russell Wilson and having that defense, Payton feared a potential power struggle with a member of the Denver Broncos ownership group. The two-sides seem to have cooled on each other and this could be one of the reasons why.
The Panthers are no longer an option for Sean Payton. And there was an issue with Payton's interview with the Broncos. Payton likes the idea of coaching Russell Wilson and having that defense but fears a potential power struggle with a member of the ownership group, source says.