While not uncommon, a number of NFL clubs have changed coaches after making the playoffs. Here are the teams that have made post-playoff changes since the 1970 merger, including retirements, resignations, and firings.
Denver Broncos, 2015
Rumours linking John Fox to the Bears’ head coaching position appeared before to the Broncos’ divisional-round game against the Colts. Fox had guided the Broncos to four consecutive postseason appearances, initially approving an offensive revamp to compensate for Tim Tebow’s deficiencies.
The next three years saw Peyton Manning, whose towering presence overshadowed Fox. During the Fox-Manning era, the Broncos lost two divisional-round home games. The first came when Denver’s defence allowed the Ravens 38 points. The second was plenty for GM John Elway. The Broncos left Fox after a 24-13 loss to the Colts. Following Fox’s departure for Chicago, Denver won Super Bowl 50 under Gary Kubiak.
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