Like on the offensive side of the ball, the Denver Broncos defense has a number of players who could have breakout years this season. While they may not have as many young and inexperienced players on this side of the ball, there are a number of players in key roles who could have a breakout year for the Broncos.
You have a few new faces along the defensive line, a couple of pass rushers in contract years, a rookie edge rusher coming off a breakout year, an up-and-coming slot corner looking to become one of the elites, and a big second-year safety who could have a breakout year.