Englewood, CO (My Sportsbook) - The Denver Broncos named Brian Xanders their new general manager Thursday.

Xanders joined Denver's staff in May 2008 as assistant general manager, having spent the previous 14 years with Atlanta in player personnel, coaching and football operations. He will join new head coach Josh McDaniels on a Broncos staff that was revamped after previous head coach Mike Shanahan was fired on December 30 following 14 seasons at the helm.

In addition, Denver announced Jim Goodman and Jeff Goodman were both fired. Jim Goodman had been vice president of football operations, while Jeff Goodman was assistant general manager along with Xanders.

"In evaluating the work of our football operations department over the past several weeks, it has become clear to me that Brian Xanders is the right person to step into our general manager's job," Broncos president and CEO Pat Bowlen said.

Xanders is now responsible for all player personnel issues, including college scouting, pro personnel and labor negotiations. Additionally, he will have oversight over video, equipment, grounds and athletic training staffs.

"This appointment comes with unfortunate circumstances as I have enjoyed working with Jim and Jeff (Goodman) over the last year," Xanders said. "Nevertheless, I am humbled by this opportunity and accept it as a great challenge on behalf of our fans, our community, Mr. Bowlen and the organization. I am excited to work together with coach McDaniels and put our collective resources into winning football games."