ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — After nearly four decades in the NFL as a player and coach, Super Bowl-winning former Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak has retired.
Kubiak served as the Vikings' offensive coordinator/assistant head coach in 2020 after serving as the assistant head coach and offensive advisor in 2019.
The only individual to play and coach for the Broncos and work in the team's front office, Kubiak served as Denver's head coach in 2015-16 and led the team to a Super Bowl 50 title.
"It's been the honor of my lifetime to work for 36 seasons as an NFL player and coach," Kubiak said in a statement. "I've been on a football field for most of my life, and now I look forward to stepping away from the game and enjoying more time with my family and friends.
"I offer my sincere thanks to the owners and fans of the Minnesota Vikings, Denver Broncos, Baltimore Ravens, Houston Texans and San Francisco 49ers for giving me opportunities to be a part of this great game and for treating me and my family so well over the years.
"I'll miss the competition, the planning, game days and being part of a team. But, more than anything, I'll cherish the friendships I've made along the way with players, coaches and staff. I love the game of football and will forever be its biggest fan."
In the Broncos' 2015 championship season, Kubiak helped Denver to a 12-4 record and the No. 1 seed on the back of nine wins by seven points or fewer (a total that grew to 11 in the postseason). Denver also recorded three comeback wins of at least 14 points against playoff teams, which was the most in a single season by an organization in NFL history.
Likely first-ballot Hall of Famer Peyton Manning missed seven starts as he battled a midseason foot injury, but Kubiak helped Brock Osweiler and the Broncos win five of those seven games.
Kubiak posted a 24-11 record — including postseason — in his two seasons leading the franchise, and no coach in franchise history earned more wins in his first two seasons. He became just the fourth coach in NFL history to a lead a team to a Super Bowl win in his first season with the team.
"The Denver Broncos congratulate Gary Kubiak on an incredible 36-year career in the NFL," President/CEO Joe Ellis said. "Few people have impacted one team in more ways than Gary over his 24 seasons with the Broncos. Part of six Super Bowl appearances — including three wins — with the Broncos as a player, assistant coach, head coach and personnel executive, Gary will always have a special place in our championship history. He is an outstanding coach who did a masterful job leading us to a win in Super Bowl 50, deftly navigating that season with tremendous instincts and feel every step of the way. On behalf of the Broncos, we wish Gary all the best in his retirement. We also recognize and thank his wife, Rhonda, for her unwavering support of our organization throughout Gary's time with the Broncos."
Kubiak stepped down as the team's coach in January 2017 after a health scare in the 2016 season — later diagnosed as a complex migraine condition — that required him to miss a game against the Chargers.
Look back on the storied NFL playing, coaching and personnel careers of Gary Kubiak, who announced his retirement on Thursday.
Quarterbacks Steve DeBerg and Gary Kubiak discuss strategy on the bench during a December 1983 game.
Quarterback Gary Kubiak spikes the ball after rushing for a touchdown during game vs. Seattle.
Gary Kubiak gameday headshot
Gary Kubiak scrambles out of the pocket.
Quarterback Gary Kubiak runs from the Raider defense during an October 28, 1984 overtime win (22-19) at Los Angeles.
Gary Kubiak readies for the snap
Holder Gary Kubiak celebrates after Rich Karlis' January 11, 1987 game winning field goal (23-20) in Cleveland that sent the Broncos to the Super Bowl.
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Dan Reeves and Gary Kubiak September 18, 1988 in Kansas City, MO.
Center Keith Kartz and receiver Ricky Nattiel block Steeler blitzers as quarterback Gary Kubiak drops back to pass during an October 23, 1988 loss (21-39) in Pittsburgh.
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Quarterbacks Gary Kubiak and John Elway talk on the sideline during a December 1989 game.
Pat Bowlen and Gary Kubiak during the American Bowl against the Seattle Seahawks in 1990 at Tokyo Bowl in Tokyo, Japan.
A portrait of Gary Kubiak in 1995
Coach Mike Shanahan and offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak coach from the sideline a November 1995 win (30-27) against the San Diego Chargers.
Quarterback coach Gary Kubiak talks with Bill Musgrave at the 1995 American Bowl in Tokyo.
Denver: Gary Kubiak goes over the offensive scheme with Mike Shanahan against the St. Louis Rams at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on September 14, 1997.
Denver: Gary Kubiak talks strategy with John Elway against the New England Patriots at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on October 6, 1997.
San Diego: Offensive Coordinator Gary Kubiak hugs owner Pat Bowlen during post-game celebrations in the locker room against the Green Bay Packers at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on January 25, 1998.
San Diego: Gary Kubiak hugs a fellow coach in the locker room during the post-game celebration against the Green Bay Packers at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on January 25, 1998.
Denver: An estimated 650,000 fans turned out along 17th Street, Broadway and Civic Center Park to cheer on the Broncos during their Championship Parade, the day after returning from the Super Bowl.
Gary Kubiak discusses game plans with Mike Shanahan against the Dallas Cowboys at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on September 13, 1998.
Gary Kubiak talks with his quarterback corp against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on November 29, 1998.
John Elway receives a hug from coach Gary Kubiak after the game against the New York Jets at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on January 17, 1999.
Gary Kubiak congradulates Shannon Sharpe after his game winning touchdown reception against the Kansas City Chiefs at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 6, 1998.
John Elway and Gary Kubiak on the field before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO on December 27, 1998.
Gary Kubiak celebrates with John Elway against the Atlanta Falcons at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, FL on January 31, 1999.
Gary Kubiak congradulates John Elway after another Broncos touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons at Pro Player Stadium in Miami, FL on January 31, 1999.
Gary Kubiak watches his team during the pre-game drills against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on October 8, 2000.
Gary Kubiak talks with Gus Frerotte in the locker room after a Broncos win against the Seattle Seahawks at The Kingdome in Seattle, WA on November 26, 2000.
Terrell Davis chats with Gary Kubiak following the game against the New York Giants at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO on September 10, 2001.
Gary Kubiak watches the players during the pre game drills against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA on October 21, 2001.
Gary Kubiak Washingtontches the action from the sidelines against the Washington Redskins at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO on November 18, 2001.
Gary Kubiak reviews the game formations against the Washington Redskins at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO on November 18, 2001.
Gary Kubiak celebrates with the offensive players against the Seattle Seahawks at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO on December 9, 2001.
Gary Kubiak (left) and Ray Rhodes (right) chat during the pre game drills against the Seattle Seahawks at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO on December 9, 2001.
Gary Kubiak watches his players warm up during the pre game drills against the St. Louis Rams at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO on September 8, 2002.
Brian Griese and Steve Beurelein go over the play book with Gary Kubiak (center) against the St. Louis Rams at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO on September 8, 2002.
Gary Kubiak watches the game action from the sidelines against the Indianapolis Colts at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO on November 24, 2002.
Gary Kubiak chats with Ed McCaffrey along the sidelines against the Kansas City Chiefs at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO on December 15, 2002.
Gary Kubiak goes over the game plan in the locker room against the Oakland Raiders at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO on September 22, 2003.
Gary Kubiak goes over the team strategy during a halftime speech against the San Diego Chargers at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO on November 16, 2003.
Gary Kubiak chats with Jake Plummer privately outside the locker room area following the Broncos loss to the Colts against the Indianapolis Colts at RCA Dome in Indianapolis, IN on January 4, 2004.
Gary Kubiak is all smiles after receiving a game ball for his play calling on the day during the NFL game against the Houston Texans on November 7, 2004 at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado.
20 NOV 2005: The Denver Broncos defeated the New York Jets 27-0 at Invesco Field at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO. Photo: Ryan McKee/Rich Clarkson and Associates
14 JAN 2006: The Denver Broncos defeated the New England Patriots 27-13 in the AFC Divisional Playoff at Invesco Field at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO. The Broncos victory advanced them to the AFC Championship against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Photo: Eric Lars Bakke/Rich Clarkson and Associates
14 JAN 2006: The Denver Broncos take on the New England Patriots at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO. Jamie Schwaberow/Rich Clarkson and Associates
27 AUG 2006: The Denver Broncos take on the Houston Texans at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO. Photo: Eric Lars Bakke/Rich Clarkson and Associates, LLC
27 AUG 2006: The Denver Broncos take on the Houston Texans at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO. Photo: Eric Lars Bakke/Rich Clarkson and Associates, LLC
Denver Broncos new head coach Gary Kubiak signs his new contract in front of Executive Vice President of Football Operations/ General Manager John Elway prior to Kubiak's press conference January 20, 2015 at the Dove Valley headquarters in Englewood,CO.
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak as of January 20, 2015 photographed at the Dove Valley headquarters in Englewood,CO.
Gary Kubiak addresses the team after the Denver Broncos off season training at the Dove Valley facility in Englewood, CO June 1, 2015.
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak greets a young fans after practice while signing autographs at Denver Broncos training camp July 31, 2015 at the UCHealth Training Center in Englewood,CO.
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak talks with Peyton Manning (18) at Denver Broncos training camp August 3, 2015 at the UCHealth Training Center in Englewood,CO.
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak greets Kenny Chesney after practice at Denver Broncos training camp August 8, 2015 at the UCHealth Training Center in Englewood,CO.
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak addresses the team in the locker after Denver defeated the Seattle Seahawks 22-20 in the NFL game at Centurylink Field in Seattle,Wa. August 14, 2015.
Head Coach Gary Kubiak and former Broncos Shannon Sharpe and Rod Smith at an Aug. 18 training camp practice. (Ben Swanson)
Houston Texans J.J. Watt (99) greets Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak at midfield after Denver defeated Houston 14-10 in the NFL game at NRG Stadium in Houston,Tx. August 22, 2015.
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak chats with Demaryius Thomas (88) in pre game warm ups before kickoff against the Arizona Cardinals in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO September 3, 2015.
Denver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak hugs Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh after the game against the Baltimore Ravens during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, September 13, 2015. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak accepts a game ball from Executive Vice President of Football Operations/ General Manager John Elway in the locker room postgame after the Denver Broncos defeated the Baltimore Ravens 19-13 giving Kubiak his first win as new head coach in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver,CO September13, 2015. (Photo: © Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak and Denver Broncos special teams coordinator Joe Decamillis congratulate one another in the locker room after Denver defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 31-24 in the NFL game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO September 17, 2015. (Photo: © Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Gary Kubiak action against the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO September 17, 2015. (Photo: © Earl Richardson)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak confers with Peyton Manning during a time out during second quarter action against the Detroit Lions in the NFL game at Ford Field in Detroit, MI September 27, 2015. (Photo: © Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak on the sidelines during third quarter action against the Minnesota Vikings during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, October 04, 2015. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak attempts to get an official's attention after a controversial pass play during fourth quarter action against the Cleveland Browns in the NFL game at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland, OH October 18, 2015. (Photo: © Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak discusses play strategy with Peyton Manning (18) during a timeout in overtime against the Cleveland Browns in the NFL game at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland, OH October 18, 2015. (Photo: © Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak and Executive Vice President of Football Operations/ General Manager John Elway during the induction of Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen into the Ring of Fame October 30, 2015 at Sports Authority Field in Denver,CO. (Photo: © Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak talking with Peyton Manning on the sidelines during third quarter action against the Green Bay Packers in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO November 1, 2015. (Photo: © Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak calls out to the defensive unit during fourth quarter action against the Indianapolis Colts in the NFL game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN November 8, 2015. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak during third quarter action against the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, November 15, 2015. Photo by Ben Hays.
Kansas City Chief head coach Andsy Reid greets Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak at midfield postgame after the Chiefs defeated the Broncos 29-13 in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver,Colo. November 11, 2015. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak talks play strategy with Brock Osweiler (17) with 9 seconds remaining during second quarter action against the Chicago Bears in the NFL game in Chicago, ILL.November 22, 2015. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak tosses a game ball to quarterback Brock Osweiler post game in the locker room after Osweiler led the team to a win over the Chicago Bears 17-15 in the NFL game in Chicago, ILL.November 22, 2015. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak during third quarter action against the New England Patriots in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, November 29, 2015. Photo by Ben Hays.
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak delivers a postgame speech to his players in the locker room after Denver defeated the New England Patriots 30-24 in the NFL game at Denver,CO. November 29, 2015. (© Eric Lars Bakke/Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos quarterback Brock Osweiler (17) gets a congratulatory hand shake from Head Coach Gary Kubiak postgame in the locker room after Denver defeated the New England Patriots 30-24 in the NFL game at Denver,CO. November 29, 2015. (© Eric Lars Bakke/Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak review his play option on his game chart from the sidelines during second quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, Calif. December 6, 2015. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak huddles his team in the locker room postgame after Denver defeated the San Diego Chargers 17-3 in the NFL game at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, Calif. December 6, 2015. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) and head coach Gary Kubiak talks during pregame action against the Oakland Raiders during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, December 13, 2015. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) listens to a directive from Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak during first quarter action against the San Diego Chargers in the NFL game in Denver, Colo. January 3, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
action against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the AFC Divisional Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 17, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak celebrates as time expires and Denver defeats the New England Patriots 20-18 in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak gives Peyton Manning (18) a celebratory pat postgame after Denver defeated the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak talks with Jim Nantz after action against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak hands Peyton Manning (18 ) the Lamar Hunt Trophy on the awards platform postgame after Denver defeated the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak addresses the team postgame in the locker room after Denver defeated the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
during post game action against the New England Patriots during the AFC Conference Championship Playoff NFL game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 24, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak gives Peyton Manning(18) a congratulatory pat postgame in the locker room after Denver defeated the New England Patriots in the NFL AFC Conference Championship playoff game at Denver, Colo. January 24, 2016. (© Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos celebrate after action against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA, February 7, 2016. Photo by Ben Hays.
during post game action against the Carolina Panthers during Super Bowl 50 game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA, February 07, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak and Owen Daniels (81) begin celebrating during the final 23 seconds in the fourth quarter as Denver leads the Carolina Panthers 24-10 in the NFL Super Bowl 50 at Santa Clara, Calif. February 7, 2016 (Photo by Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak and Peyton Manning (18) congratulate one another on the sidelines during the final seconds in the fourth quarter as Denver leads the Carolina Panthers 24-10 in the NFL Super Bowl 50 at Santa Clara, Calif. February 7, 2016 (Photo by Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
The Lombardi Trophy presentation after Denver defeated the Carolina Panthers 24-10 in the NFL Super Bowl 50 at Santa Clara, Calif. February 7, 2016 (Photo by Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
NFL Super Bowl 50 press conference at at Mescone Center in San Francisco, Calif. February 8, 2016 (Photo by Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos NFL Super Bowl 50 parade in Denver, Colo. February 9, 2016 (Photo by Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak and Executive Vice President of Football Operations/ General Manager John Elway in the war room during selection of Devontae Booker of the 2016 NFL Draft at Denver Broncos headquarters in Englewood, Colo. April 30, 2016.
Head Coach Gary Kubiak throws to a Wounded Warrior on the South Lawn at the White House on June 6, 2016. The Broncos were honored by President Barack Obama for winning Super Bowl 50. (Ben Swanson)
Executive Vice President of Football Operations/General Manager John Elway, Head Coach Gary Kubiak, outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware (94), quarterback Peyton Manning and outside linebacker Von Miller (58) with Wounded Warriors on the South Lawn at the White House on June 6, 2016. The Broncos were honored by President Barack Obama for winning Super Bowl 50. (Ben Swanson)
Head Coach Gary Kubiak shakes hands with President Barack Obama at the White House on June 6, 2016. The Broncos were honored by President Barack Obama for winning Super Bowl 50. (Ben Swanson)
during the Ring Ceremony at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, June 12, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
during the Ring Ceremony at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, June 12, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak signs autographs at Denver Broncos training camp at team headquarters in Englewood, Colo. July 28, 2016.
Denver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak and Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera shake hands action against the Carolina Panthers during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, September 08, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak during fourth quarter action against the Indianapolis Colts during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, September 18, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Cancer survivor and NFL on CBS correspondent Austin Denton attends a September 23, 2016 practice and interviews Head Coach Gary Kubiak. (Ben Swanson)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak prepares his headset prior to kickoff against the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL game at Paul Brown Stadium Cincinnati, Ohio. September 25, 2016.
![Ring of Fame former running back Floyd Little and Head Coach Gary Kubiak at a Ring of Fame meeting [before the Ring of Fame weekend] after a Saturday walkthrough on October 23, 2016. (Caroline Deisley)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album_2x/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/sjwwrpi2til3he7yjs2a.jpg)
Ring of Fame former running back Floyd Little and Head Coach Gary Kubiak at a Ring of Fame meeting [before the Ring of Fame weekend] after a Saturday walkthrough on October 23, 2016. (Caroline Deisley)
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak speaks to the team in the locker room after being presented a game ball on his first game back after an illness as Denver defeated the Houston Texans 27-9 in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, Colo. October 24, 2016.
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak heads to the sidelines prior to kickoff against the Oakland Raiders in the NFL game at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum in Oakland,CA. October 13, 2016.
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak prepares to give a game ball to Darian Stewart in the locker room after Denver defeated the New Orleans Saints 25-23 in the NFL game at Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, LA. November 13, 2016.
Denver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak during pregame action against the Kansas City Chiefs during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, November 27, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) slaps hands with head coach Gary Kubiak during pregame action against the Kansas City Chiefs during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, November 27, 2016. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak talks with Trevor Siemian on the sidelines in the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, TN December 11, 2016.
Denver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak action against the Oakland Raiders during the game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in Denver, CO, January 01, 2017. Photo by Gabriel Christus
A Denver Broncos fan display a sign thanking Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak for the season during third quarter action against the Oakland Raiders in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, Colo. January 1, 2017.
Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak pauses postgame in the locker room as he begins to address the team announcing he will step down as head coach after Denver defeated the Oakland Raiders 24-6 in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, Colo. January 1, 2017.
Denver Broncos defensive tackle Sylvester Williams (92) hugs Denver Broncos Head Coach Gary Kubiak postgame in the locker after Kubiak announced, due to health issues, he would step down as head coach after Denver defeated the Oakland Raiders 24-6 in the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, Colo. January 1, 2017.
Gary Kubiak and John Elway during training camp at UC Health Training Center in Centennial, CO, August 04, 2017. Photo by Gabriel Christus
Senior Personnel Advisor Gary Kubiak, Mark Schlereth and Mike Shanahan before the Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony on August 5, 2017. (Photo by Aric DiLalla)
Peyton Manning and Gary Kubiak action during optional team activites at UCHealth Training Center in Centennial, CO, May 31, 2018. Photo by Gabriel Christus
DeMarcus Ware and Gary Kubiak during training camp at UCHealth Training Center in Centennial, CO, August 03, 2018. Photo by Gabriel Christus
He rejoined the organization that June as a senior personnel advisor and remained with the organization through the 2018 season. Kubiak then joined then the Vikings early in 2019.
He previously spent eight seasons as the Texans' head coach from 2006-13.
Prior to his head coaching career, Kubiak spent nine seasons playing for the Broncos from 1983-91. A backup and confidant for John Elway, Kubiak started just five games in his career and threw 14 career touchdown passes. The eighth-round pick, who joined the team the same year as Elway, returned to Denver in 1995 after a short stint as Texas A&M's running backs coach and the 49ers' quarterbacks coach.
For the next four seasons, Kubiak again worked alongside Elway as the Broncos' offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. He remained the team's offensive coordinator through the 2005 season, at which point he was hired as the Texans' head coach.
During his tenure as a player and coach, Kubiak and the Broncos made six Super Bowl appearances and won three world championships. He also won a Super Bowl with the 49ers after the 1994 season.
On Thursday, Coach Gary Kubiak called it a career.
