Vance Joseph is a former American football player and coach. He played college football at the University of Colorado as a quarterback and running back. After college, he signed with the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent in 1995 but was released before the start of the regular season.
Joseph then played for the Indianapolis Colts and the Frankfurt Galaxy of NFL Europe before retiring from playing in 1999. He then began his coaching career as a graduate assistant at the University of Colorado in 1999.
In 2002, Joseph joined the San Francisco 49ers as a defensive backs coach. He then moved on to coach for the Houston Texans, Cincinnati Bengals, and Miami Dolphins in various defensive coaching positions.
In 2017, Joseph was hired as the head coach of the Denver Broncos. He led the team to a 5-11 record in his first season but was fired after the team finished with a 6-10 record in his second season.
After his time with the Broncos, Joseph was hired as the defensive coordinator for the Arizona Cardinals in 2019. He helped lead the team to a 5-10-1 record in his first season with the team.
Throughout his career, Joseph has been known for his defensive coaching abilities and his ability to develop young players. He has also been praised for his leadership skills and his ability to motivate his players.
Overall, Vance Joseph has had a successful career in football as both a player and a coach. While he may not have achieved the same level of success as some of his peers, he has proven himself to be a valuable asset to any team he has been a part of.
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