Broncos Linebacker Drew Sanders Out for Majority of 2024 Season Due to Achilles Tear

The second-year player's injury occurred early in the offseason, impacting Denver's linebacker depth and strategy.

Sanders' Achilles injury requires a recovery period of six to nine months, potentially allowing a return in November.
He played in all 17 games during his rookie season, contributing both as a linebacker and on special teams.
The Broncos drafted Jonah Elliss as a contingency plan, adding depth to the outside linebacker position.
General Manager George Paton and Coach Sean Payton had not finalized Sanders' position before his injury.
Denver's inside linebacker corps remains thin following the free agency loss of Josey Jewell.