The Broncos’ rationale for acquiring veteran cornerback A.J. Bouye from the Jacksonville Jaguars: They need to intercept more passes. Period.
The Broncos had 10 interceptions in 2019, tied for 25th in the league, and had only one — one! — from a full-time cornerback (impending free agent Chris Harris).
Since 2014, Bouye has 16 interceptions. How did Houston and Jacksonville deploy him? Here is a review of each takeaway:
2014
1. Week 9 vs. Philadelphia: Off coverage against Riley Cooper on first down. J.J. Watt forced Nick Foles to throw off his back foot.