The Latest Breaking News from Mike Westhoff

The Godfather of Special Teams Explains the NFL’s Shocking Surge in Blocked Kicks

Here are three interconnected reasons why we are seeing so many field goals and punts get stopped.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 2, 2025

Twitter reacts to Broncos firing special teams coach Ben Kotwica

The Broncos made a somewhat surprising move on Friday by firing ST coach Ben Kotwica. Here's how fans and pundits reacted to the news.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 17, 2025

Why We’re Close to the First 70-Yard Field Goal in NFL History

Kickers have adjusted, improved and evolved despite rule changes continuing to make their jobs harder. But most of all, they have become longer with accuracy, the critical delineation.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 6, 2024

Broncos Assistant Mike Westhoff Stepping Down From Role Due to Health Issue

Broncos assistant and longtime NFL coach Mike Westhoff is stepping away from the team due to a health issue.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 13, 2024

Broncos assistant head coach Mike Westhoff steps down with health concerns

“It’s not easy to make this decision, but this was a wake-up call that I needed to put my health first,” Mike Westhoff said.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 13, 2024

Sean Payton adding ex-Saints OC Pete Carmichael to Broncos’ staff

Former Saints offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael is reuniting with Sean Payton as a new member of the Broncos' coaching staff.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 31, 2024

George Paton details Broncos’ improvement in 2023

Broncos GM George Paton said the club made huge improvements on special teams in 2023. The offense and defense took steps forward, too.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 17, 2024

Broncos expect now-healthy kicker Wil Lutz to bounce back in 2023

"This is a place where kickers want to be with the altitude and the conditions," Broncos coach Sean Payton said after adding Wil Lutz.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 31, 2023

Broncos coach Sean Payton pleased with new special teams staff

Broncos coach Sean Payton said improving special teams is one of "the quickest ways to move from where we’ve been to where we want to go."

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 27, 2023

Broncos aim to fix special teams with a unique coaching staff

The special teams staff includes Mike Westhoff, with 32 years of experience, and Chris Banjo, a rookie coach. Ben Kotwica is in the middle.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 24, 2023