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Denver Broncos: Top Safeties In The AFC West Heading Into 2018

By Cody Roark

Denver Broncos strong safety Justin Simmons (31) returns an interception for a touchdown in the third quarter against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Jim Rassol/Sun Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images)
Denver Broncos strong safety Justin Simmons (31) returns an interception for a touchdown in the third quarter against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Jim Rassol/Sun Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images) /
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DENVER, CO – OCTOBER 1: Running back C.J. Anderson #22 of the Denver Broncos is hit by strong safety Karl Joseph #42 of the Oakland Raiders during a game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on October 1, 2017, in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
DENVER, CO – OCTOBER 1: Running back C.J. Anderson #22 of the Denver Broncos is hit by strong safety Karl Joseph #42 of the Oakland Raiders during a game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on October 1, 2017, in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) /

2. Karl Joseph – Oakland Raiders

In 2017, Karl Joseph elevated his play in his second year in the NFL. Joseph’s presence in stopping the run was felt early and often with big hits.

He finished his 2017 season with 57 tackles, one interception, four pass breakups and one sack.

As the Raiders transition into the Jon Gruden era, Joseph’s role on the defensive side of the ball will increase with new (high) expectations.

Joseph is amped up heading into 2018 under a new coaching staff and more competition in his position room.

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