Tag: vance joseph
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Woody Paige: Eric Bieniemy and Vance Joseph — friends and foes — face off Monday
Eric Bieniemy and Vance Joseph became BFFs in college 36 years ago But now Bieniemy has become Joseph’s enemy. The two Omega Psi Phi fraternity brothers convene and confront again on Monday night. Bieniemy and Vance, who were born 4 miles and four years apart in greater New Orleans, once ran and threw in the…
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Why coordinator Vance Joseph is beloved by players | 2026 Broncos Preview
Alex Singleton had something big to tell his defensive coordinator. The Broncos linebacker approached Vance Joseph last November with stunning news. Singleton, a seventh-year NFL veteran and respected team captain, had been diagnosed with testicular cancer. Joseph’s reaction? “He didn’t care anything about football. It was all about me as a person,” Singleton told The…
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Broncos safety JL Skinner aims for ‘big leap’ in fourth NFL season
ENGLEWOOD — Who will emerge from a crowded Broncos position room as the No. 3 safety? JL Skinner is eager to make his case. The fourth-year pro has mostly contributed on special teams in Denver. Skinner blocked a punt in Week 10 a year ago that sparked a home win over the Raiders. But he…
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Broncos’ D.J. Jones is ‘top nose (tackle) in football,’ coordinator Vance Joseph says
ENGLEWOOD — Broncos defensive lineman D.J. Jones lets his play speak volumes. “I don’t talk when I’m on the field,” Jones said. But ask around Broncos Park in training camp and there is plenty to say about Jones. The veteran nose tackle enters his 10th NFL season with no signs of slowing down. It led…
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Vance Joseph marvels at Bo Nix’s improved deep ball: ‘He’s so explosive’ | Broncos notebook
ENGLEWOOD — Quarterback Bo Nix is showing off his deep ball at Broncos training camp. Just ask Vance Joseph. The veteran defensive coordinator took over head coaching duties from Sean Payton for Saturday practice. Payton attended the Pro Football Hall of Fame ceremony for ex-Saints quarterback Drew Brees while Joseph stayed back at Broncos Park for…
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Vance Joseph focused on Broncos’ 2026 season after missing out in recent hiring cycle
ENGLEWOOD — Vance Joseph is “OK” with the results from the recent hiring cycle. Joseph said as much after Thursday’s organized team activities at Broncos Park. His courteous demeanor illustrated that Joseph is grateful for a return to the Broncos, who boasted one of the best defenses in the league in 2025 under his guidance.…
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Broncos lookahead: 10 offseason storylines to follow, key dates to remember
The Broncos enter their offseason with plenty of intriguing storylines to follow. A loss in the AFC Championship Game to New England put a sour end to an otherwise successful year. The Broncos went 14-3, won the AFC West, secured a No. 1 playoff seed, and beat Buffalo in the divisional round. Now, the clock…
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Broncos’ Vance Joseph finalist for Assistant Coach of Year, Nik Bonitto for Defensive Player of Year
Recognition keeps piling up for the Broncos. Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph was named Thursday one of five finalists for the NFL’s Assistant Coach of the Year Award, and outside linebacker Nik Bonitto was named one of five in contention for Defensive Player of the Year. Winners of the league’s official awards, chosen by a media…
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Patriots’ emerging star Drake Maye presents big challenge for Broncos’ defense
ENGLEWOOD — The Broncos conquered the reigning MVP. Next up? The quarterback who might win the next MVP as Denver hosts the New England Patriots and budding star quarterback Drake Maye on Sunday (1 p.m. CBS) with a spot in the Super Bowl on the line. “It’s gonna be a challenge,” Broncos defensive lineman Zach…
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Broncos’ Vance Joseph explains mindset as NFL head coaching candidate ahead of playoffs
ENGLEWOOD — Vance Joseph has a lot on his plate. The Broncos defensive coordinator is preparing for a divisional-round playoff game Saturday against the Bills. Joseph is also one of the NFL’s most sought-after head coaching candidates. He conducted remote interviews with at least six teams — Cardinals, Falcons, Giants, Raiders, Ravens and Titans —…