Sean Payton attempted to recruit Vic Fangio as a defensive coordinator for the Denver Broncos but was ultimately unsuccessful. Fangio, who was fired as the Broncos’ head coach in 2021, decided to join the Miami Dolphins as their defensive coordinator instead. Now, Payton will have to scheme against Fangio and his new-look Dolphins defense when the Broncos face off against them in Week 3. Fangio’s defense has already shown signs of his past defenses, including his ability to create pressure and disguise coverages. Payton has been studying Fangio’s defensive strategies dating back to his time with the Houston Texans in 2002.