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| The Broncos were awful defensively last season and didn't do a whole lot during the offseason to upgrade this unit. Changes were made, but Denver didn't really make a splash in free agency or the draft to see significant changes defensively. The Broncos couldn't stop the run or pass last season, ranking 27th overall defensively. Brian Dawkins is an upgrade at safety. And a healthy Champ Bailey remains a shutdown corner. But besides those two, the Broncos lack a lot in the secondary. And D.J. Williams is one of the few playmakers at linebacker. The Broncos need a lot of players to make big strides if this unit hopes to see much of an improvement defensively. Eddie Royal handled most of the return duties last season and did a very good job, but could see his role diminish a little with J.J. Arrington in the mix. Either way, the Broncos return game should be a strength.
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You might want to avoid this unit. The Broncos are going to allow a lot of points and yards. And their sack potential is low. They might get a few turnovers if Bailey can stay healthy, but nothing is certain there. |
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| Denver Broncos FS Josh Barrett (hamstring) was limited during practice Thursday, Nov. 19. He could play in Week 11 if he does not have a setback. |
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| Mike Klis, of The Denver Post, reports Denver Broncos FS Josh Barrett (hamstring) returned to practice Thursday, Nov. 19. |
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| Denver Broncos SS Josh Barrett (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 13. He is listed as doubtful for Week 10. |
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| Denver Broncos SS Josh Barrett (hamstring) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 12. It looks like he will not be able to play in Week 10. |
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| Denver Broncos FS Josh Barrett (hamstring) fully participated in practice Saturday, Nov. 7. He is listed as probable for Week 9. |
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| Denver Broncos FS Josh Barrett (undisclosed) was limited during practice Friday, Nov. 6. He will be a game-time decision for Week 9 but should play. |
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| Denver Broncos FS Josh Barrett (shoulder) was limited during practice Friday, Sept. 18. He will be a game-time decision for Week 2. |
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| Denver Broncos SS Josh Barrett (shoulder) was limited during practice Thursday, Sept. 17. He could be available to play in Week 2 if his feels like he can play. |
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| Denver Broncos DE Le Kevin Smith (knee) and FS Josh Barrett (shoulder) did not participate in practice Friday, Sept. 11 and will not play in the team's Week 1 game. |
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| Lindsay Jones, of The Denver Post, reports Denver Broncos CB Jack Williams and FS Josh Barrett continue to work with the first-team nickel defense in practice. |
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Injury Concern.