Broncos Europe’s sort “AFTER” talent Selected to Participate in Ongoing League Effort
Michael Wilhoite, the current outside linebackers coach for the Denver Broncos, had a six-year NFL career as a player in the same position. Initially entering the league as an undrafted free agent from Washburn in 2011, Wilhoite played for the San Francisco 49ers for five seasons and the Seattle Seahawks for one season. Transitioning to coaching, Wilhoite joined the Broncos as his second coaching team, starting under head coach Sean Payton during their time with the New Orleans Saints in 2019 as a special teams assistant before moving to the defensive side in 2020.
Prior to his role with the Broncos, he also coached for two seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers. Wilhoite’s commitment to coaching development is evident as he is set to take part in the NFL’s Coach Accelerator Program in Nashville, Tennessee from May 20-22, aimed at enhancing diversity in the coaching ranks. Among 27 coaches selected, Wilhoite represents the Broncos in this initiative.
The NFL’s initiative aims to offer senior women and minority candidates opportunities for leadership development through sessions led by football operations experts and facilitators. Participants will also have the chance to network directly with club owners, all geared towards fostering a more diverse pool of candidates for future head coach and general manager roles across the League. Each NFL team has nominated promising individuals to take part in the two-day Accelerator program.
Alongside leadership training and insights into the business aspects of football, attendees will engage in open discussions on advancing their careers towards coaching or front office executive positions. This event marks the fifth occurrence of the program, which has been a fixture at the league’s spring and winter meetings since 2022. The recent Front Office & General Manager Accelerator was held from December 11-13 in Dallas, Texas, showcasing the NFL’s commitment to developing and promoting diverse talent within its ranks.