Denver Broncos head coach history
Sean Payton
Payton is the head coach for the Denver Broncos since the 2023 season.
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 | 8-9-0 | 47.1% | 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.