Mike Purcell

Stats

Tackles: 48

Sacks: 0

Tackles for loss: 8.5

Purcell came out of nowhere for the Broncos, going from a guy who looked like a camp body to round out the initial 90-man roster to the starting lineup.

He was second among defensive linemen on the team in tackles and was terrific against the run. His familiarity with Fangio’s defensive scheme seemed to give him an advantage, one that he made the most out of as he may have earned a long-term spot on the team.

Not bad for a guy who was playing in the AAF at this time last year.

Grade: B+

DeMarcus Walker

Stats

Tackles: 22

Sacks: 4

Tackles for loss: 5

There was thought before the season started that Walker would not even make the 53-man roster as the former second-round pick had been a colossal bust through the first two years of his career.

But a new coaching staff and new scheme seemed to be just what the doctor ordered as Walker doubled his entire career statistics in 2019.

His ability to rush the passer was put on display as he picked up four sacks while playing in just 10 games. It’s possible that the Broncos may have salvaged something out of this former high draft choice.

Grade: B-