What happened: Denver ranked second in total defense and third in scoring defense in 2025. The unit paired those finishes with a franchise-record 68 sacks.

Why it matters: The turnover total separated the defense's overall disruption from its possession-changing output. More takeaways would create shorter fields as Denver chases the league's top defensive billing in 2026.

What to watch: Training camp will test whether the Broncos can turn more defensive stops into takeaways before the 2026 opener.