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Who’s next for the Denver Broncos? A look at future HC Candidates

By Aric Manthey

Aug 13, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos CEO Greg Penner and wife Carrie Walton Penner before the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 13, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos CEO Greg Penner and wife Carrie Walton Penner before the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports /
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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – OCTOBER 23: Head coach Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns looks on during the first quarter of the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on October 23, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) /

Kevin Stefanski

These next two candidates are a bit of a reach, but if they become available, I do believe that the Broncos could be interested. Let’s start with Stefanski. The Browns Head Coach has compiled a respectable 25-23 record through three seasons. Not bad, when you consider the dysfunction swirling around that organization.

A longtime Vikings assistant, Stefanski holds the distinction of having the longest working relationship with George Paton. Whether that carries water into the next search remains to be seen, but it’s a factor worth keeping in mind.

Another strong selling point for Stefanski is how his offense is structured. The Browns’ offensive attack employs one of the strongest rushing attacks in the league (and with a dominant offensive line, to boot). They’re a group that knows how to win up front and for a team with no consistency on offense, that’s exactly the kind of temperament that the Broncos need.

Pros

  • Extensive working relationship with Paton
  • Winning record with dysfunctional team (one playoff appearance and win)
  • Knows how to establish a strong offensive line and running game

Cons

  • Still employed by the Browns. Only factors in, if he’s let go
  • Like some of the other candidates, can you sell him on this fanbase?

Bottom Line: Kevin Stefanski is a coach that emphasizes strong play in the trenches and has gotten some of the best out of the Browns in a long time. Unfortunately, he’s not currently available and may not be a strong enough sell to the fan base (if he was).

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