He’s not the most athletic linebacker, but his intelligence and instincts make up for it. Losing Jewell leaves a sizable hole in the Broncos defense.Former Denver Broncos starting linebacker Josey Jewell signs with Carolina Panthers. He will partner with Ejiro Evero and likely lead the Panthers defense.ESPN chief NFL reporter Adam Schefter reports that Jewell will sign a three-year contract worth up to $22.75 million that includes a $7 million contract. bonus Pretty solid deal for a former Broncos starter.
Alex Singleton and Jonas Griffith are currently the starters at linebacker. It was expected to feature 2023 third-round pick Drew Sanders, but according to general manager George Paton, he will move to edge rusher. So the Broncos are likely in the market for Singleton for the starting job.I expect the Broncos to target a more athletic linebacker who can play in space and help in coverage. They could take that position in the draft or in the second or third wave of free agency..
Jewell was a fourth-round pick of the Denver Broncos in the 2018 NFL Draft. Since then, he has become a key member of the Broncos defense and has been a leader in the middle of their defense.In six seasons with the Broncos, Jewell has played in 78 games and started 58 games for the Broncos.
Totaled 453 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, 9 sacks, 2 interceptions, 15 sacks, 5 forced fumbles and 7 fumble recoveries in those games. He played in 16 games for the Broncos this year, starting 15, and totaled 108 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 2 forced fumbles and 3 sacks.The Panthers are getting a smart, tough linebacker who plays. reads the play quickly and can make over 100 tackles on the season.
