Denver Broncos head coach history
Sean Payton
Payton is the head coach for the Denver Broncos since the 2023 season, a total of two years.
Nathaniel Hackett
Hackett was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 2022 season. Hackett's record as the team's head coach was 4-11-0, making him the second-least successful head coach in Denver Broncos history.
Vic Fangio
Fangio was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 2019-2021 seasons, a total of three years.
Vance Joseph
Joseph was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 2017-2018 seasons, a total of two years.
Gary Kubiak
Kubiak was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 2015-2016 seasons, a total of two years. Kubiak's record as the team's head coach was 21-11-0, making him the second-most successful head coach in Denver Broncos history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2015) and had a 3-0 record under Coach Kubiak in playoff games. In 2015, the Denver Broncos faced off against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl L. The Broncos won, 24-10.
John Fox
Fox was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 2011-2014 seasons, a total of four years. Fox's record as the team's head coach was 46-18-0, making him the most successful head coach in Denver Broncos history. The team made it to the playoffs four times (2011-2014) and had a 3-4 record under Coach Fox in playoff games. In 2013, the Denver Broncos faced off against the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl XLVIII. The Broncos lost, 8-43.
Josh McDaniels
McDaniels was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 2009-2010 seasons, a total of two years.
Mike Shanahan
Shanahan was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 1995-2008 seasons, a total of fourteen years. The team made it to the playoffs seven times (1996-1998, 2000, 2003-2005) and had a 8-5 record under Coach Shanahan in playoff games. In 1997, the Denver Broncos faced off against the Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl XXXII. The Broncos won, 31-24. In 1998, the Denver Broncos faced off against the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl XXXIII. The Broncos won, 34-19.
Wade Phillips
Phillips was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 1993-1994 seasons, a total of two years.
Dan Reeves
Reeves was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 1981-1992 seasons, a total of twelve years. The team made it to the playoffs six times (1983-1984, 1986-1987, 1989, 1991) and had a 7-6 record under Coach Reeves in playoff games. In 1986, the Denver Broncos faced off against the New York Giants in Super Bowl XXI. The Broncos lost, 20-39. In 1987, the Denver Broncos faced off against the Washington Redskins in Super Bowl XXII. The Broncos lost, 10-42. In 1989, the Denver Broncos faced off against the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XXIV. The Broncos lost, 10-55.
Red Miller
Miller was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 1977-1980 seasons, a total of four years. Miller's record as the team's head coach was 40-22-0, making him the third-most successful head coach in Denver Broncos history. The team made it to the playoffs three times (1977-1979) and had a 2-3 record under Coach Miller in playoff games. In 1977, the Denver Broncos faced off against the Dallas Cowboys in Super Bowl XII. The Broncos lost, 10-27.
John Ralston
Ralston was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 1972-1976 seasons, a total of five years.
Lou Saban
Saban was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 1967-1971 seasons, a total of five years.
Mac Speedie
Speedie was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 1965-1966 seasons, a total of two years. Speedie's record as the team's head coach was 4-12-0, making him the least successful head coach in Denver Broncos history.
Jack Faulkner
Faulkner was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 1962-1964 seasons, a total of three years.
Frank Filchock
Filchock was the head coach for the Denver Broncos in the 1960-1961 seasons, a total of two years. Filchock's record as the team's head coach was 7-20-1, making him the third-least successful head coach in Denver Broncos history.
Denver Broncos head coach record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Payton | 2023-2024 | 13-12-0 | 52.0% | 0-0 |
| Nathaniel Hackett | 2022 | 4-11-0 | 26.7% | 0-0 |
| Vic Fangio | 2019-2021 | 19-30-0 | 38.8% | 0-0 |
| Vance Joseph | 2017-2018 | 11-21-0 | 34.4% | 0-0 |
| Gary Kubiak | 2015-2016 | 21-11-0 | 65.6% | 3-0 |
| John Fox | 2011-2014 | 46-18-0 | 71.9% | 3-4 |
| Josh McDaniels | 2009-2010 | 11-17-0 | 39.3% | 0-0 |
| Mike Shanahan | 1995-2008 | 138-86-0 | 61.6% | 8-5 |
| Wade Phillips | 1993-1994 | 16-16-0 | 50.0% | 0-0 |
| Dan Reeves | 1981-1992 | 110-73-1 | 60.1% | 7-6 |
| Red Miller | 1977-1980 | 40-22-0 | 64.5% | 2-3 |
| John Ralston | 1972-1976 | 34-33-3 | 50.7% | 0-0 |
| Lou Saban | 1967-1971 | 22-45-3 | 33.6% | 0-0 |
| Mac Speedie | 1965-1966 | 4-12-0 | 25.0% | 0-0 |
| Jack Faulkner | 1962-1964 | 9-22-1 | 29.7% | 0-0 |
| Frank Filchock | 1960-1961 | 7-20-1 | 26.8% | 0-0 |
Denver Broncos head coach facts
- Frank Filchock was the first head coach in Broncos history in 1960.
- Mike Shanahan coached the most seasons as the Broncos's head coach at fourteen seasons.
- Sean Payton is the current head coach, starting ahead of the 2023 season.