Darian Stewart
Stewart was also asked to make far too many tackles, and he did so, totaling 68, including two for loss. Since joining the Broncos in 2015, he has been a steadying force in the secondary. Always a smart player, Stewart is rarely out of position, and he is a key reason that this defense doesn’t give up many big plays.
In 2016, the Broncos defense allowed just 25 passes of over 25 yards. Darian Stewart is a big reason for that number being so low. He was named to his first Pro Bowl this year, and the Broncos gave him a four-year contract extension, to make sure he remains in Denver.
Grade: A
