Why did the Broncos defense slow down — why won’t it again? | Stokley and Evans with Mark Schlereth
John Davis and Mark Schlereth break down one of the biggest mysteries from last season: How did the Broncos defense go from a historic sack pace to slowing down in the second half of the year?
Early on, Denver was sprinting out of the gates — on track to set the NFL’s all‑time team sack record. But injuries, depth issues, and offensive inconsistency forced the defense to play too many snaps, and the pass rush eventually faded.
This year, the guys explain why the Broncos won’t slow down again. With better depth, improved rotation, a more stable offense, and a defensive scheme built to sustain pressure, Denver is positioned to keep its foot on the gas from Week 1 to Week 18.
Can the Broncos defense return to being the most feared unit in football — and stay that way all season?
