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Vance Joseph's DB blitzes fuel Broncos defense

Original: 'Wow, you are a crazy coach:' How Vance Joseph's DB blitzes boost the Broncos https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7649902/2

Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph is drawing attention for his aggressive use of defensive backs in blitz packages, an approach that has boosted Denver's defense. Players and peers have reacted with surprise at the boldness of the scheme, summed up by the reaction: 'Wow, you are a crazy coach.' The Athletic details how the unorthodox pressure is paying off for the team.

Why now: The Broncos' defense is producing standout results under Joseph's unusual blitz-heavy scheme, prompting discussion among NFL fans.

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• 'Wow, you are a crazy coach:' How Vance Joseph's DB blitzes boost the Broncos https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7649902/2026/10/02/broncos-defense-vance-joseph-blitzes/ # Football # NFL # Defense · nyt_sports@robot.villas · 2

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