Jeff Legwold
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Denver Broncos linebacker Dre Greenlaw, one of many group's greatest offseason acquisitions, is predicted to make his first look in opposition to the New York Giants on Sunday after being activated off injured reserve.
Greenlaw, who didn't play within the preseason or within the first six video games of the common season due to thigh accidents, was formally added to the 53-player roster Saturday and is listed as questionable on the group's harm report. He practiced Wednesday for the primary time since earlier than the Week 2 recreation in opposition to the Indianapolis Colts and was a full participant Friday.
The Broncos had a roster spot open after they waived third-string quarterback Sam Ehlinger, who then was signed to the Broncos' follow squad Saturday.
Greenlaw suffered a thigh harm throughout an offseason exercise and didn't take part within the on-field parts of OTAs and minicamp. He initially practiced when coaching camp started, however then he suffered “a special harm” to his thigh, in keeping with coach Sean Payton.
Greenlaw signed a three-year, $31.5 million contract in March, and Payton has persistently lauded the physicality and athleticism that Greenlaw may deliver to the Broncos' protection.
Even along with his accidents over time, Greenlaw has been one of many league's most impactful off-ball linebackers. He has had 4 seasons with no less than 80 tackles and has 14 profession passes defensed. He joins a Broncos protection that leads the league in sacks, third-down protection, pink zone protection and defensive EPA and is second within the league in scoring protection.
Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph stated this week it was potential Greenlaw may very well be on a pitch rely of types, initially, when he did return to the lineup.
“Clearly while you (add) participant, it makes you a greater protection,” Joseph stated. “… He is been an awesome participant for a very long time.”
