The Denver Broncos made an exciting announcement on Thursday, revealing that they have brought on former Stanford head coach David Shaw to join their team as a Senior Personnel Executive. Shaw, who is 51 years old, led the Stanford football program from 2011 to 2022. During his time as head coach, he achieved an impressive record of 96 wins and 54 losses. He also led the team to five seasons with 10 or more wins in his first six years at the helm and guided them to eight bowl game appearances. Additionally, Shaw played a key role in developing 42 NFL Draft picks during his tenure at Stanford.
Prior to his head coaching role at Stanford, Shaw served as an assistant coach at the university from 2007 to 2010 under Jim Harbaugh. He also has experience as a player, having been a wide receiver for the Stanford team from 1991 to 1994. Shaw’s coaching career extends beyond the college level, as he has also held assistant coaching positions with several NFL teams, including the Philadelphia Eagles, Oakland Raiders, and Baltimore Ravens from 1997 to 2005.
The Broncos’ decision to bring Shaw on board comes after a season where they finished with an 8-9 record, their first under head coach Sean Payton. The team made headlines earlier in the year when they released veteran quarterback Russell Wilson in March and selected Oregon quarterback Bo Nix with the No. 12 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Shaw’s wealth of experience and success in developing players at the college level could prove to be a valuable asset for the Broncos as they look to build a competitive roster for the upcoming seasons. His knowledge of talent evaluation and player development will be instrumental in shaping the team’s personnel decisions moving forward.
Overall, Shaw’s addition to the Broncos’ front office marks an exciting new chapter for the team as they aim to position themselves for success in the highly competitive NFL landscape. With his proven track record of success and dedication to player development, Shaw is poised to make a significant impact in his new role with the Denver Broncos.