When the Broncos signed Dre Greenlaw in free agency, it was assumed by most that he would be the catalyst of the Denver defense, likely the signal caller, and serve as their anchor in the second level. One game into the season, Greenlaw was already sidelined, and worries about his long-term health have come to the forefront.
Despite the absence, the Broncos had great play up the middle from their linebackers. The return of Alex Singleton and the play of Justin Strnad proved to be vital to Denver's dominant defensive performance against the Titans on Sunday.