Broncos Rumors: Execs Rip Sean Payton, Bo Nix's Offense for Failure vs. NFL Nickel D

Sean Payton's Denver Broncos and Bo Nix have faced offensive difficulties this season, with the defense shouldering much of the burden as the team sits at 2-2 through four games.

According to ESPN's Jeff Legwold, several league personnel executives have pointed out that team is struggling offensively in adjusting to nickel defenses, where the opposing team fields five defensive backs instead of four, leaving a significant gap in the Broncos' offense.

"The execution, the details still have to get better with younger players," Payton told reporters. "... I've said this before; if everyone else can paint the right picture, then you truly get to evaluate and watch a really good quarterback."

Nix and the Broncos rank last in the NFL in terms of using motion at or before the snap, with only 30.6 percent of their plays incorporating it, according to Legwold. They also sit at No. 23 in play-action usage, with a rate of 20 percent.

Furthermore, the Broncos are tied for last in the league in total touchdowns, only finding the end-zone for four offensive touchdowns this season.

On the other side of the ball, the saving grace for the Broncos this season has been their defense, which ranks third in the league for fewest points allowed. This strong defensive performance has helped offset Nix's 660 yards and one touchdown over four games.

The Broncos will face the Las Vegas Raiders (2-2) on Sunday as they work to overcome their offensive struggles.