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Broncos Defense Aims for Turnovers in 2026
31 Jul
Summary
- Broncos defense seeks to increase turnovers after last season's low total.
- Safety Talanoa Hufanga emphasizes attacking the ball to force fumbles and interceptions.
- The team had only 14 turnovers, significantly below the league average in 2025.
The Denver Broncos defense, a dominant force in recent seasons known for its sack production, is setting a higher standard for 2026 with a focused effort on creating turnovers. Safety Talanoa Hufanga, an impact free-agent signing last season, emphasized that "attacking the ball" is the primary goal. This includes forcing fumbles on runs and turning pass deflections into interceptions.
Last season, the Broncos defense tied for the fourth-lowest turnover total in the league with just 14, a figure significantly below the league average and far behind the top teams. Hufanga acknowledged his own shortcomings in this area last year, calling it "money left on the field."
This focus on turnovers is considered mission-critical for the Broncos to elevate their status as Super Bowl contenders. Generating more turnovers is expected to help them convert close games into more decisive victories throughout the 2026 season.
