Broncos' Brandon Jones: Tallies 78 tackles in 2025
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Jones (pectoral) finished the 2025 regular season with 78 tackles (43 solo), including 0.5 sacks, seven passes defensed, including one interception, and one fumble recovery across 14 games.
Jones was having a solid sixth season before suffering a pectoral injury in a Week 15 win over the Packers that required surgery to repair and landed him on injured reserve. The 27-year-old safety was unable to play in the Broncos' two playoff contests, but it appears he was a candidate to return to action if Denver made it to Super Bowl LX. Assuming he is back to full health next season, Jones should return to his starting free safety position as a key member of the Broncos' top-tier defense. The Texas product is entering the final year of his three-year deal with the Broncos before becoming a free agent in 2027.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Another impressive year in 2025
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Surtain finished the 2025 regular season with 47 tackles (37 solo) and 12 passes defensed, including one interception, across 14 regular-season games.
Surtain had another strong season in 2025, although his one interception tied a career low for the veteran cornerback. The 2024 NFL Defensive Player of the Year produced similar numbers last season, but the decrease in interceptions is not the product of diminished skill. Instead, opposing quarterbacks avoided targeting him based on his abilities as a shutdown corner. In addition, the 25-year-old missed three games in the middle of the season due to a pectoral injury. Surtain is under contract with the Broncos through the 2029 season, so he'll continue to be one of the best defenders on a formidable defense for the foreseeable future.
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Broncos' JL Skinner: Gets surgery on labrum
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Skinner underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum Tuesday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Skinner posted on his Instagram account that he played the "whole season" with his "labrum tore all around." The third-year safety also suffered a quadriceps injury during the postseason and was inactive for the AFC Championship Game versus New England. Skinner played just 34 defensive snaps over 17 games during the regular season but was a core special-teamer for the Broncos.
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Broncos' Justin Strnad: Career-best numbers in 2025
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Strnad recorded 58 tackles (23 solo), including 4.5 sacks, and three passes defensed, including one interception, across 16 regular-season games with Denver in 2025.
Strnad finished his fifth season with Denver, recording career highs in sacks, passes defensed and interceptions. The 29-year-old linebacker saw ample playing time this season, as fellow linebacker Dre Greenlaw missed multiple games this season due to injury. Strnad will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason, and his high level of play should make him an attractive option for teams around the league looking to bolster their linebacker corps.
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Broncos' Ja'Quan McMillian: Records two interceptions in 2025
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McMillian made 56 tackles (40 solo) including 4.0 sacks, defended nine passes with two interceptions while returning one for a touchdown, playing in all 17 regular-season games in 2025. He added two forced fumbles during the season.
McMillian continued to play a key role in Denver's defensive backfield in 2025, recording two interceptions for the second straight year, a team high this season. The 25-year-old slot cornerback was the only Broncos defender to record an interception return for a touchdown this year. McMillian is set to become a restricted free agent this offseason, so the Broncos will have the ability to match any offers he receives ahead of the 2026 season to keep him in Denver. With rookie Jahdae Barron showing some flashes in his rookie season, the Broncos could have a difficult decision to make on McMillian this offseason.
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Broncos' Dre Greenlaw: Injury-riddled season in Denver
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Greenlaw recorded 43 tackles (15 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and two passes defensed, including one interception and one forced fumble, across eight regular-season games with Denver in 2025.
Greenlaw's first season with the Broncos was an overall disappointment due to quadriceps and hamstring injuries that sidelined him for much of the season. With that said, the 28-year-old linebacker did make an impact when he was on the field, proving to be an excellent addition to the Broncos defense when healthy. The former 49er will look to stay healthy in 2026 and should play a key role in the Broncos' top-tier defense next season.
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Broncos' Malcolm Roach: Notches 4.0 sacks in sixth season
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Roach recorded 41 tackles (15 solo), including 4.0 sacks, across 12 regular-season games with Denver in 2025.
Roach filled a rotational role as an important part of the Broncos' defensive line in 2025, recording a career-high 4.0 sacks this season. The veteran signed a three-year contract extension in November, keeping him in Denver through 2028. Since joining the Broncos last season, Roach has recorded 84 total tackles (33 solo), 6.5 sacks, two passes defensed, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery over 29 regular-season contests. The 27-year-old is likely to continue to make an impact in the 2026 campaign in what was one of the top defensive units in the league in 2025.
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Broncos' Dondrea Tillman: Career-high stops in 2025
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Tillman recorded 41 tackles (13 solo), including 4.0 sacks, and three passes defensed, including two interceptions, across 17 regular-season games with Denver in 2025.
Tillman recorded career highs in tackles, interceptions and passes defensed in his second season. The 27-year-old linebacker operated in a depth role behind Nik Bonitto (wrist) at right outside linebacker in 2025. Despite the cap on his playing time, Tillman proved to be a difference maker in Denver's formidable defense. The Indiana University of Pennsylvania product is set to be an exclusive rights free agent this offseason, so the Broncos can choose to keep him in Denver if they extend a qualifying offer this offseason. If not, Tillman will be able to sign with any team in the league.
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Broncos' Eyioma Uwazurike: Career year in Denver
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Uwazurike recorded 39 tackles (16 solo), including 3.5 sacks across 17 regular-season games with Denver in 2025.
Uwazurike finished his third year with the Broncos, posting career highs in tackles and sacks. The 27-year-old defensive lineman operated as the No. 2 nose tackle behind teammate D.J. Jones, yet the two finished with similar numbers this season. Uwazurike and Jones will likely continue to split duties at the position next season, but with Jones entering his age-31 season, it's possible Uwazurike will take a step forward in 2026 in a contract year.
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Broncos' D.J. Jones: Logs 3.0 sacks in 2025
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Jones recorded 39 tackles (21 solo), including 3.0 sacks and one pass defensed across 16 regular-season games with Denver in 2025.
Jones' 3.0 sacks this season matched a career high set back in 2020 as a member of the 49ers. The veteran continued to operate as the Broncos' No. 1 nose tackle in 2025, as Denver's defense was once again one of the league's best. Under contract for at least the next two seasons, the 31-year-old Jones should continue to be a strong veteran presence in the Broncos' formidable defensive front in 2026, though fellow defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike could push for even more playing time at nose tackle after a solid season of his own in 2025.
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Broncos' Jahdae Barron: Solid in rookie season
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Barron recorded 35 tackles (24 solo), five passes defensed, including one interception, and one fumble recovery across 17 regular-season games with Denver in 2025.
Barron had a solid first season in Denver, playing in a depth role behind fellow slot cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian. The rookie Barron was effective in his opportunities, proving to be an opportunistic playmaker. McMillian is set to become a restricted free agent this offseason, and if the Broncos don't bring him back next season, it's possible Barron will see his role expand in 2026. Nonetheless, the 24-year-old Texas product will look to take a step forward and continue to develop heading into his sophomore campaign.
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Broncos' Jonah Elliss: Records 2.5 sacks in second season
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Elliss recorded 28 tackles (16 solo), including 2.5 sacks, one pass defensed and one forced fumble in 13 regular-season games with Denver in 2025.
Elliss recorded career lows in tackles, sacks and passes defensed in 2025, as the second-year linebacker played behind Jonathon Cooper and Nik Bonitto at outside linebacker, one of the best pass-rushing duos in the league. Nonetheless, Elliss was able to be effective in his limited depth role despite missing games due to shoulder, rib and hamstring injuries. Still on his rookie contract, the Utah product will look to continue his development within the Broncos' imposing pass-rushing unit.
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Broncos' John Franklin-Myers: Notches 7.5 sacks in 2025
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Franklin-Myers recorded 25 tackles (12 solo), including 7.5 sacks, in 16 regular-season games with Denver in 2025.
Franklin-Myers' 7.5-sack total was a career high while also ranking third among all Broncos defenders in 2025. The veteran pass rusher's 25 total tackles accounted for his lowest total since his sophomore season as a member of the Jets, but his ability to disrupt opposing quarterbacks this season made him a key player in the Broncos' strong defensive unit. Franklin-Myers will become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, and the 29-year-old's impressive sack totals in recent years should garner interest from teams looking to bolster their pass rush for the 2026 season.
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Broncos' P.J. Locke: Finishes 2025 with 16 tackles
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Locke recorded 16 tackles (nine solo) and three passes defensed in 16 regular-season games with Denver in 2025.
Locke had an underwhelming 2025 campaign, recording his lowest tackle total since his sophomore campaign in 2021. The 28-year-old safety took a backseat to fellow safety Brandon Jones (pectoral) this season, leading to what was a down year for the veteran Locke. He did play a prominent role on special teams for much of the season, playing more special teams snaps (197) than defensive snaps (173) for the first time since 2022. The Texas product is set to become an unrestricted free agent in the offseason, giving him the chance to test the market ahead of the 2026 campaign.
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Broncos' Que Robinson: Has quiet rookie season
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Robinson recorded 12 tackles (six solo), including 0.5 sacks and one pass defensed, in six regular-season games with Denver in 2025.
Robinson operated as a depth option at outside linebacker for the Broncos' formidable defense in his first season, as the rookie played just 150 defensive snaps in 2025. The Alabama product joined one of the strongest defenses, featuring arguably the best pair of edge rushers in the league in Jonathon Cooper and Nik Bonitto, so it stands to reason that the 24-year-old Robinson would struggle to see the field consistently. Denver's elite talent at the position should allow the Broncos to take their time in developing Robinson, so he'll look to take a step forward and use his explosiveness in a backup role once again in 2026.
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Broncos' Kristian Williams: Gets future deal with Denver
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The Broncos signed Williams (undisclosed) to a reserve/future contract Thursday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.
Williams reached an injury settlement with the Broncos in early September. The nature and severity of the injury weren't disclosed, but the Missouri product will be on Denver's 90-man roster for the offseason, giving him the opportunity to participate in OTAs and minicamp.
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Broncos' JL Skinner: Won't play against New England
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Skinner (quadriceps) is inactive for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Patriots, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Skinner popped up on Friday's injury report as a limited participant due to a quadriceps injury, which is severe enough for him to not play Sunday. Devon Key will serve as the Broncos' depth option at safety behind starters Talanoa Hufanga and P.J. Locke in Skinner's absence.
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Broncos' Drew Sanders: Won't return for divisional round
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Sanders (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's AFC divisional-round tilt against the Bills, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Sanders opened the season on injured reserve while recovering from an offseason procedure to repair a torn ligament in his foot. His 21-day practice window opened this past Saturday, and while he was able to log a full practice Thursday, he hasn't progressed enough in his recovery to be activated from injured reserve ahead of the divisional round. Sanders' next chance to make his season debut will be the AFC Championship Game if the Broncos triumph over the Bills on Saturday.
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Broncos' Dre Greenlaw: Will play against Buffalo
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Greenlaw (hamstring) does not carry an injury designation for Saturday's AFC divisional-round game against the Bills, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Greenlaw ended the week with a full practice Thursday, which was enough for him to avoid an injury designation for Saturday's contest. The veteran linebacker missed the Broncos' final two games of the regular season while nursing a hamstring injury and enjoyed additional rest thanks to the Broncos' wild-card round bye as the top seed in the AFC. With Greenlaw starting alongside Alex Singleton at inside linebacker, Justin Strnad and Karene Reid will provide depth at the position.
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Broncos' Dre Greenlaw: Should return Saturday vs. Buffalo
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Greenlaw (hamstring) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice.
Greenlaw missed the final two games of the regular season due to a hamstring injury. The Broncos enjoyed a bye for the wild-card as the AFC's No. 1 seed, and with that additional rest, the veteran linebacker is expected to be available for Saturday's divisional-round tilt against Buffalo, per Luca Evans of The Denver Post. Greenlaw will have two more opportunities this week to increase his practice participation and avoid an injury designation ahead of the divisional round.
