The Denver Broncos have placed linebacker Alexander Johnson on injured reserve, ending his 2021 season.
Johnson, a linebacker and former standout player for Tennessee, was placed on injured reserve after suffering a torn pectoral muscle in the Broncos’ 34-24 loss to Las Vegas on Oct. 17.
He is Denver’s second leading tackler (32, 20 solo) and 4.5 sacks.
The Broncos (3-4) have lost four consecutive games and Johnson is Denver’s third defensive starter to land on injured reserve, joining Josey Jewell and Bradley Chubb.
Jewell also has a torn pectoral muscle, while Chubb went on injured reserve to have a bone spur removed.
Johnson had four tackles before leaving the game against the Raiders.
[vertical-gallery id=39897]