The Denver Broncos just can’t seem to catch a break.
Although they got their first win of the season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the road in Week 3, they took a tough blow with an injury to one of their best overall players.
Starting inside linebacker Alex Singleton has a torn ACL and is out for the season, according to Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team.
The 30-year-old has been Denver’s leading tackler the past two seasons and will definitely be missed.
#Broncos LB Alex Singleton tore his ACL and will miss the rest of the season. pic.twitter.com/jHSUYUqBaF
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) September 25, 2024
The Broncos recently signed former Pro Bowl linebacker Kwon Alexander to the practice squad, which could help fill the void left by Singleton’s injury.
The veteran cashed in this offseason on a three-year deal worth $18 million after a career year last season, when he put up 177 total tackles and 106 solo tackles.
A former Grey Cup Champion with the Calgary Stampeders in 2018, Singleton has recorded four consecutive NFL seasons with at least 120 total tackles and 75 solo tackles.
Yet, the former Montana State star hasn’t gotten widespread recognition for his consistency.
Now, the Broncos are going to have to make up for this loss in some way.
Perhaps linebackers Cody Barton, Nik Bonitto, and Jonathon Cooper can step up in their teammate’s absence.
It doesn’t get any easier for the Broncos, who face Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets on the road in Week 4.
