No. 1 – Shaq Barrett
Entering OTA’s and training camp, it was uncertain if Barrett would even make the Broncos roster, what with the loaded depth they had at outside linebacker. It didn’t take long once the preseason started for everyone to see what kind of talent the former CSU Ram possesses.
Barrett has already recorded two sacks and two forced fumbles in just five games. Many are already dubbing him “Sack” Barrett. His ability has forced opposing offenses to account for him when he is on the field. With Ware out, Barrett will likely be the starter and the Broncos won’t miss a beat with Von Miller holding down the other side of the field.
Perhaps the best news about Barrett is that the Broncos have him under contract for another year beyond 2015. Even if Ware’s snaps are limited to preserve his health, Denver looks like it will still challenge for NFL sack records this year and next, largely because of backup players like Barrett
