Broncos Hire Jeff Schmedding as Inside Linebackers Coach

The Denver Broncos have appointed Jeff Schmedding as their new inside linebackers coach, filling the vacancy left by Greg Manusky's firing. Schmedding, who has extensive experience at the collegiate level, including defensive coordinator roles at Auburn and Washington State, is stepping into his first NFL coaching position. His hiring comes amid a significant coaching turnover for the Broncos, as head coach Sean Payton continues to reshape the staff. Schmedding will work with a linebacking group that includes recently signed Dre Greenlaw and recovering players like Alex Singleton and Drew Sanders. Despite his past struggles with defenses at the college level, Payton believes Schmedding's skills as a positional coach will be beneficial for the team. The Broncos hope that Schmedding can help improve the run defense and develop the talent in their linebacker corps.