Thread: Broncos are believed to be eyeing John Harbaugh, Mike Shanahan

Yes, the Broncos will engage in a traditional coaching search, now that Vance Joseph has been fired after two failed seasons on the job. The final outcome could end up being decidedly non-conventional.

The chatter in league circles regarding Denver’s future continues to be that G.M. John Elway would like to find a way to hire Ravens coach John Harbaugh or, failing that, a path to returning Mike Shanahan to the franchise.

Shanahan, who was fired 11 years ago today by the Broncos, is 66 years old — younger than Patriots coach Bill Belichick and Seahawks coach Pete Carroll. Shanahan last coached in 2013, when his four-year stint in Washington ended. Shanahan clearly has wanted to get back in, but he has had no serious suitors.

Other than the Broncos, of course. Elway reportedly wanted to fire Vance Joseph and hire Shanahan a year ago. Two years ago, Elway hired Joseph at a time when he could have hired Kyle Shanahan, Mike’s son.

Vikings fans could be very interested in this potential development, since perhaps Mike would be inclined to trade Case Keenum for Kirk Cousins, straight up.


https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.co...mike-shanahan/

I'm okay with is.

Elway really has lost his nerve.

Depends on what we have to trade. If it takes something stupid like Von or a first round pick, no thanks. I would like him though.

Originally Posted by BroncoWave

Depends on what we have to trade. If it takes something stupid like Von or a first round pick, no thanks. I would like him though.

4th or 5th rounder likely, assuming he doesn't just get let out.

Originally Posted by UnderArmour

4th or 5th rounder likely, assuming he doesn't just get let out.

Not really sure why they'd want to get rid of him but I'd happily take him if they do.

Originally Posted by BroncoWave

Not really sure why they'd want to get rid of him but I'd happily take him if they do.

They see the writing on the wall. Better to get a 4th or 5th than nothing, right?

Originally Posted by Dapper Dan

They see the writing on the wall. Better to get a 4th or 5th than nothing, right?

He's under contract through next season though. So unless he really wants out, which I guess is possible, not sure why they'd dump him.

lord help us. . .

Originally Posted by dogfish

lord help us. . .

There's no god here.

Mike Shanahan back would be a colossal mistake.

No more patience with Elway. His hubris is destroying this franchise. Shit at drafting, shit at identifying QB talent, shit at hiring coaches.

Do teams usually trade Head Coaches for 4th or 5th rounders? Also, didn’t a report come out that Harbaugh wants to stay in Balt plus they are working on an extension for him? Switching QBs and making the playoffs sure did change the tone over there. Kinda like the tone everyone had when the Broncos went on their little streak and had hopes of winning out. Didn’t hear alot of VJ firings being talked about then.

I would love Harbaugh here though, let Kubiak be the OC as well. Hell...do everything in your power to go get Wade Phillips back too. Am I dreaming?

Originally Posted by Edmonton Bronco Fan

Mike Shanahan back would be a colossal mistake.

No more patience with Elway. His hubris is destroying this franchise. Shit at drafting, shit at identifying QB talent, shit at hiring coaches.

He brought us to 2 SBs since 2012 and you are high af. You must of not been around pre Elway. THAT was a shit show

Originally Posted by Edmonton Bronco Fan

Mike Shanahan back would be a colossal mistake.

No more patience with Elway. His hubris is destroying this franchise. Shit at drafting, shit at identifying QB talent, shit at hiring coaches.

Just so sick of hearing this garbage. You all need to seek counseling or something. 4-12 franchise when he took over and "only" took us to two superbowls, winning one.

Originally Posted by DenBronx

He brought us to 2 SBs since 2012 and you are high af. You must of not been around pre Elway. THAT was a shit show

All of that success basically stemmed from signing Manning. As great and historic of a signing as that was, he can't hang his hat on that forever. We eventually have to win post Manning. If our next coach and QB are flops, it's going to get harder and harder to justify letting him still run things.