Tag: Jl Skinner
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Why coordinator Vance Joseph is beloved by players | 2026 Broncos Preview
Alex Singleton had something big to tell his defensive coordinator. The Broncos linebacker approached Vance Joseph last November with stunning news. Singleton, a seventh-year NFL veteran and respected team captain, had been diagnosed with testicular cancer. Joseph’s reaction? “He didn’t care anything about football. It was all about me as a person,” Singleton told The…
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Talanoa Hufanga reflects on NFL journey: ‘I really, truly love where I’m at’ | Broncos notebook
ENGLEWOOD — Talanoa Hufanga is grateful to have played in every game during his debut Broncos season. He’s also grateful for injuries that ultimately led him to Denver. Hufanga spoke with reporters after Monday’s practice at Broncos Park. The ex-49ers safety found a home in coordinator Vance Joseph’s defense a year ago. Hufanga earned second-team…
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Broncos safety JL Skinner aims for ‘big leap’ in fourth NFL season
ENGLEWOOD — Who will emerge from a crowded Broncos position room as the No. 3 safety? JL Skinner is eager to make his case. The fourth-year pro has mostly contributed on special teams in Denver. Skinner blocked a punt in Week 10 a year ago that sparked a home win over the Raiders. But he…
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JL Skinner’s blocked punt sparks Broncos’ victory over Raiders: ‘I’m glad his face was there’
JL Skinner made a heads-up play to save the Broncos against the Raiders. Literally. The second-year Broncos safety blocked a punt with his facemask in the third quarter on Thursday that was recovered by running back Tyler Badie inside the Las Vegas 20-yard line. It set up a go-ahead field goal by kicker Wil Lutz…