Mike Nolan was the defensive coordinator of the Denver Broncos this time yesterday.  Today, he fills that role for the Miami Dolphins. As expected, Nolan went and interviewed with the ‘Fins for the defensive coordinator job, an opportunity that was likely the catalyst to he and Josh McDaniels’ “mutual” split.  The interview must have gone […]

Denver Broncos defensive coordinators have been one-and-done every year since Mike Shanahan fired Larry Coyer following the 2006 season.  Conventional wisdom is that Dean Pees will be the man to succeed Mike Nolan… at least, for this year.  [All Things Broncos] Andra Davis throws current linebacker coach Don Martindale‘s name into the ring.  [Fox 31] […]

As citizens of Broncos Country react to the news that Mike Nolan has resigned as Denver Broncos defensive coordinator, the most overwhelming question persists to be, simply, “Why?” One possible explanation has surfaced from ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Schefter reports that, before the Broncos and Nolan parted ways, the Miami Dolphins formally requested permission to interview […]

In a surprising move Monday, Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Mike Nolan has resigned after one season with the club.  The decision to part ways was mutual between Josh McDaniels and Nolan after a meeting Monday. “I have great respect for Mike and wish him success in the future,” McDaniels said in a brief team statement. […]

The Denver Broncos have formally asked permission from the Buffalo Bills to interview running backs coach Eric Studesville, the Denver Post reports. Studesville, along with the entire Bills coaching staff, was released by the Bills at the end of the season, but permission is needed since he is still technically under contract. Studesville has been […]

schadenfreude — [shahd-n-froi-duh] N. Satisfaction or pleasure felt at someone else’s misfortune. It’s really time the AFC West was represented by someone in the playoffs who didn’t totally embarrass themselves. Another San Diego electric chokejob. Go Broncos 2010!!

Previewing, breaking down, and picking the winners of this weekend’s playoff action. Your picks and game discussion in the comments. Jets (9-7) at Chargers (13-3) 2:40 p.m. MT The Line: Chargers by 8.5 The Story: The New York Jets are the Cinderella story of the 2009 playoffs, media darlings thanks to a character of a […]

Previewing, breaking down, and picking the winners of this weekend’s playoff action. Your picks and game discussion in the comments. Cowboys (11-5) at Vikings (12-4) 11:00 a.m. MT The Line: Vikings by 2.5 The Story: Quarterback Tony Romo and coach Wade Phillips are the two most popular dudes in Texas these days, a far cry […]

Previewing, breaking down, and picking the winners of this weekend’s playoff action. Your picks and game discussion in the comments. Ravens (9-7) at Colts (14-2) 6:15 p.m. MT The Line: Colts by 6.5 The Story: Can the Indianapolis Colts regain the fire they enjoyed for fourteen weeks? They haven’t bothered to play a meaningful game […]

Previewing, breaking down, and picking the winners of this weekend’s playoff action. Your picks and game discussion in the comments. Cardinals (10-6) at Saints (13-3) 2:30 p.m. MT The Line: Saints by 7 The Story: Do you like points, Football Fan? Oh, you do? Well last week, the Arizona Cardinals and Green Bay Packers set […]