The Cleveland Browns sought permission from the Broncos on Monday to interview Broncos offensive coordinator Adam Gase, the first year offensive coordinator who guided his unit and quarterback Peyton Manning to an NFL-record 606 points and 55 touchdown passes this season.

But Gase, 35, doesn’t want to get distracted from working with Manning and the Broncos on their chance for a special ending.

“I’m appreciative of the interest I’ve received, but I’ve decided to postpone any potential opportunities until after our season concludes,” Gase said.

“My complete focus is helping our team prepare for our divisional playoff game.”

The Broncos finished the regular season with their second consecutive 13-3 record and No. 1 AFC playoff seeding. Having earned a first-round bye, the Broncos will play their second-round playoff game Jan. 12 at Sports Authority Field at Mile against either Indianapolis, Kansas City or San Diego.

Gase talked with Broncos football operations boss John Elway and head coach John Fox about the situation. And he will stick with the Broncos as offensive coordinator.

The Browns fired head coach Rob Chudzinki after just one, 4-12 season Sunday night. They are looking to join the pass-heavy offensive movement that has swept the league in recent years.

Mike Klis: mklis@denverpost.com or twitter.com/mikeklis