Power Rankings: The Denver Broncos’ most-capable backups

Oct 13, 2015//MHS Staff

Sep 3, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Arizona Cardinals running back Chris Johnson (27) is tackled by Denver Broncos defensive tackle Sione Fua (72), linebacker Shane Ray (56), defensive tackle Vance Walker (96), linebacker Shaquil Barrett (48) in the first quarter of a preseason game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

No. 4 – Vance Walker

Walker has been one of the most underrated additions to the Broncos this year. Looking at the stat sheet doesn’t quite do justice to the role Walker has played. Yes, he only has recorded seven tackles, but he has been doing a great job of taking on blockers, allowing the linebackers to step up and make the plays.

The defensive line was an area of concern entering the season. With Walker being a steady rotational player, along with the guy coming in at No. 3, the line has actually become a strength for the Denver defense.

Walker showed that Denver could survive the absence of a key d-lineman during Derek Wolfe’s four-game PED suspension, and as a result has made himself a part of the regular rotation on what is shaping up to be a very formidable run defense.