ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The offseason is valuable for more than just the Broncos’ players.
As Ejiro Evero begins his tenure as the Broncos’ defensive coordinator, each day and each practice is an opportunity to install his defense and prepare himself for his first year as an NFL play caller.
“Just like players, I think it’s important for coaches to practice what they’re going to be doing on game day,” Evero said Tuesday. “It’s important for me, and that’s what I’m taking these practices as, as examples to really get used to using the mic and communicating and not only just getting the call to the players on the huddle, but also giving them tips and [down and distance] reminders and things like that. I’m trying to hone my skills, as well.”
Evero, who said he will call plays from the sideline, is in the midst of installing a scheme similar to the one the Broncos ran under Vic Fangio during the previous three seasons. While the terminology has changed, many of the principles will remain in…