Denver Broncos Part Ways with Joe Lombardi Following Disappointing Playoff Exit
The Denver Broncos have officially fired offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi less than 48 hours after their AFC Championship Game defeat to the New England Patriots, as reported by NFL Media. In a disappointing performance, the Broncos, led by backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham due to an injury to starter Bo Nix, managed only seven points in their playoff loss. The team initially took a 7-0 lead but faltered in the second quarter, failing to convert a critical fourth-and-1 opportunity from the Patriots' 14-yard line, where Stidham missed a connection with running back RJ Harvey. This season has been marked by frustration for the Broncos' offense, which was expected to evolve with Nix, who had shown promise in his rookie year. Despite moments of success, much of their scoring came from late-game comebacks, revealing a troubling inconsistency throughout the season. Key statistics from the Broncos' season include: 14th in NFL scoring 16th in touchdown passes and rushing 11th in passing offense and third down efficiency 13th in red zone efficiency While these numbers indicate a serviceable offense, they fall short compared to the performance of the Broncos' defense, which was widely regarded as one of the best in the league this season.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-01-27