What else would make him give up his playcalling duties but a desire to be sure there was no hitch, hiccups, cough ups, no loss?

Guy with a huge ego, (ha, secretly, naturally) knew all along he was going to let Pete do it and then told the media after, giving him full credit and the game ball.

Nice putting ego aside there, Sean.

Yeah, maybe it result in some huge debate about Sean’s play calling. But, I’ve always liked Payton but even more so through the years as he shows growth and seasoning as the consummate professional, comfortable and confident with his place and accomplishments.