Don’t forget about D.J. Jones.
Edge rushers Nik Bonitto and Jonathon Cooper, and defensive lineman Zach Allen have received plenty of praise for helping Denver record a franchise-record 63 sacks this season. But Allen wanted to make sure Denver’s nose tackle got his flowers for his impact as a run defender and early down menace.
“The only reason why we can pass rush is because he keeps shutting down on first and second down,” Allen said after he was named second-team All-Pro by The Associated Press. “D.J. has been huge for us.”
In 2024, the Broncos finished third in rushing yards allowed (96.