Broncos hire former Stanford coach David Shaw for front-office job

Former Stanford coach David Shaw, who previously interviewed for the Broncos head-coaching job, has been hired by the team as a senior personnel executive by G.M. George Paton. Shaw's extensive coaching experience spans over 25 years in the NFL and college. His connection to Broncos ownership through limited partner Condoleezza Rice raises questions about his future role, potentially as a successor to head coach Sean Payton. Payton will need to navigate Shaw's presence during games, considering possible influence on coaching decisions. The hire prompts speculation about the team's direction and potential coaching changes.