The Broncos have promoted linebackers coach Don "Wink" Martindale to defensive coordinator. He replaces Mike Nolan, who left the Broncos on Jan. 18 because of differences with head coach Josh McDaniels. "Wink definitely deserves this," Broncos coach Josh McDaniels told The Denver Post. "He's earned this opportunity. Our system won't change, our philosophy won't change. He's a very aggressive coach. This is a great day for the Denver Broncos." Denver's defense was ranked No. 7 in the NFL under Nolan.