Denver Broncos assistant secondary coach history

Samson Brown

Brown was the assistant secondary coach for the Denver Broncos in the 2015-2016 seasons, a total of two years. Brown's record as the team's assistant secondary coach was 21-11-0, making him the second-most successful assistant secondary coach in Denver Broncos history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2015) and had a 3-0 record under Coach Brown in playoff games. In 2015, the Denver Broncos faced off against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl L and the Broncos, under the direction of head coach Gary Kubiak, won 24-10.

Sam Garnes

Garnes was the assistant secondary coach for the Denver Broncos in the 2011-2014 seasons, a total of four years. Garnes' record as the team's assistant secondary coach was 46-18-0, making him the most successful assistant secondary coach in Denver Broncos history. The team made it to the playoffs four times (2011-2014) and had a 3-4 record under Coach Garnes in playoff games. In 2013, the Denver Broncos faced off against the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl XLVIII and the Broncos, under the direction of head coach John Fox, lost 8-43.


Denver Broncos assistant secondary coach record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Samson Brown 2015-2016 21-11-0 65.6% 3-0
Sam Garnes 2011-2014 46-18-0 71.9% 3-4

Denver Broncos assistant secondary coach facts

  • Sam Garnes was the first assistant secondary coach in Broncos history in 2011.
  • Sam Garnes coached the most seasons as the Broncos's assistant secondary coach at four seasons.
  • Samson Brown was the last coach to hold the position of assistant secondary coach, leaving the role after the 2016 season.