Since the end of the 2018 season, Broncos Country has identified linebacker as the biggest need on the Broncos roster outside of franchise quarterback. It wasn’t the best draft class for the position, but there were two who stood out above the rest. For this reason, my first prospect profile of the NFL Draft season focused on Devin White. I had this to say:
Long term, the defense is going to prioritize linebackers who look a lot like White. They’re the key component of the Fangio system, and elite athletes at the position make everything easier.