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Denver Broncos: Players to keep an eye on against 49ers

By Sayre Bedinger

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - AUGUST 08: Drew Lock #3 of the Denver Broncos throws a pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half of the preseason game at CenturyLink Field on August 08, 2019 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - AUGUST 08: Drew Lock #3 of the Denver Broncos throws a pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half of the preseason game at CenturyLink Field on August 08, 2019 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images) /
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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – AUGUST 08: Marwin Evans #41 of the Seattle Seahawks is met in the hole by A.J. Johnson #45 of the Denver Broncos during the second half of the preseason game at CenturyLink Field on August 08, 2019 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – AUGUST 08: Marwin Evans #41 of the Seattle Seahawks is met in the hole by A.J. Johnson #45 of the Denver Broncos during the second half of the preseason game at CenturyLink Field on August 08, 2019 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images) /

LB Alexander Johnson

Although at this point, the Broncos are not planning on starting their season without Todd Davis or Josey Jewell, there’s a chance whoever the top reserve at inside linebacker is could see significant action this season.

Right now, it’s Alexander Johnson.

The former Tennessee star has put together a strong offseason and was pointed out by head coach Vic Fangio as a player who has improved a lot and stood out. Fangio said he’s been pleased with Johnson’s progress this offseason, and I want to see more of the fruits of that progress in preseason play.

Johnson has the look of a traditional two-down thumper against the run. Can he develop into a strong coverage player?

That remains to be seen, but we know Johnson can rush the quarterback, blitz, and play the run.

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