The ripple effect of the Broncos’ stunning playoff exit continued Wednesday, raising questions on when it will reach the roster.

Broncos defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio accepted the Oakland Raiders’ head-coaching job. In looking to guide the Raiders to their first winning season since 2002 will he turn his eyes to Dove Valley and free agent defensive tackle Terrance Knighton?

Knighton remains close to Del Rio, who coached him in Jacksonville and helped his career blossom in Denver. Knighton acknowledged that the Colts’ smothering victory might have been his last game with the Broncos.

“Yeah definitely. You see changes every year. I hope to be here. We have to see how the business part plays out,” Knighton said.

The Broncos face difficult decisions with 17 free agents. With Demaryius Thomas and Julius Thomas among the priorities, Knighton wondered aloud about his future in Denver during an interview with Sirius XM NFL radio Wednesday.

“I haven’t gotten the feeling from the Broncos that I will be back. I’m looking forward on being a Bronco or a fresh start,” Knighton said.

via Troy E. Renck of The Denver Post