John Morton returns to Denver as a postseason consultant ahead of their playoff game against Buffalo.

John Morton, fired as Detroit Lions offensive coordinator in January 2025, has joined the Denver Broncos as a postseason consultant ahead of their playoff game against the Buffalo Bills. The 56-year-old coach, who previously served as Denver’s pass game coordinator from 2023 to 2024 under head coach Sean Payton, returns to a familiar staff with strong ties to Payton and quarterback Bo Nix. His role comes as the Broncos, the AFC’s top seed, prepare for a high-stakes matchup, while the Lions evaluate replacements after a disappointing season marked by offensive struggles and a shift in play-calling authority to head coach Dan Campbell.