Comparing Adam Gase to other first-year head coaches

Jets Wire compares Adam Gase to other first-year head coaches around the league with a comprehensive breakdown.

Vic Fangio

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If Vic Fangio had a quarterback and a couple of more weapons on offense, the Broncos would be competing for a playoff spot right now.

Denver’s defense has been excellent under Fangio’s watch. The offense? Well, you can only do so much when your quarterbacks have been Joe Flacco, Brandon Allen and rookie Drew Lock, who has potential but isn’t quite there yet.

The Broncos have the makings of a future contender with Fangio leading the way. They’re just a couple of pieces away.