In not necessarily by order but by preference. Here is a look into the finalist that could become the next head coach of the Denver Broncos.

Nathaniel Hackett

In one of the favorites to be named the next head coach of the Denver Broncos, Nathaniel Hackett after his first interview impressed George Paton and the Broncos organization. In which 9NEWS’ Mike Klis would describe his impression to the Broncos as “Extremely Smart”. However besides that fact, what signaled the Broncos were interested in Hackett was his second interview conducted on Monday, Jan. 24. Which now has been analyzed by the media and Broncos Country to be rather interesting. Because although he left without a deal and now rumored to have a second interview with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The potential of Hackett as head coach not only has sparked rumors of Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams potentially joining but a question of when he may be hired.

Moreover for Nathaniel Hackett if he were to be hired it would not be due to the Broncos belief that Rodgers will come to Denver but rather on Hackett’s potential to bring a top five offense to the Broncos. As well as the leadership and change in culture that George Paton has been looking for throughout this hiring process.

Dan Quinn

As the clear favorite to become the next head coach of the Denver Broncos, Dan Quinn was immediately rumored to be the front-runner. However with other head coaching opportunities now prioritized over the Broncos, Quinn to Denver has seemed to be losing momentum. Not because Paton and the Broncos aren’t interested but rather Quinn taking interviews with the Chicago Bears and New York Giants. However, based on reports Quinn is scheduled to have second interview but when it comes the time/date that is to be determined. As Broncos and Quinn may be dragging out this process longer than it should be.

Overall, the prospect of Dan Quinn as head coach would not be bad considering his experience, leadership, and history of creating a great staff. One name that could potentially be on that staff is 49ers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel who has worked under Quinn during his tenure with the Atlanta Falcons.

Kevin O’Connell

As the most underrated finalist to be the next head coach of the Denver Broncos, Kevin O’Connell this past week has emerged to be a contender for the position. Considering the Broncos did not immediately hire Hackett and now playing the waiting game with Quinn. Although George Paton and the Broncos must wait for the result of NFC championship to interview O’Connell with Paton taking his precious time to evaluate all candidates. Kevin O’Connell is not a name Broncos fans should forget or at least underestimate.

When it comes to O’Connell potentially becoming the next head coach there isn’t much draw back because of his experience as a former NFL quarterback, being apart of the Sean McVay coaching tree, and coached the eighth ranked offense in the NFL. As the only cons of hiring Kevin O’Connell would be him being first time head coach and the lack of offensive playcalling for the Rams considering that role belonged to McVay.

Final Thoughts

In the end, Broncos country should trust George Paton’s judgement because if you consider the success of last offseason and his mid-season acquisitions. Paton and the organization will find the best head coach to lead the Broncos back to not only playing playoff football but hopefully a super bowl.

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