Denver Broncos team MVPs through 13 games of 2021 season

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Oct 31, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons (31) returns a interception in the fourth quarter against the Washington Football Team at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports /

Denver Broncos MVPs through 13 games

3. Justin Simmons, S

I was actually going to give this last MVP to Patrick Surtain, but I think Justin Simmons is the right choice here.

Simmons is continuing his dominance at the safety position. He’s set to play a full season for the 4th straight year and has yet another year with at least four interceptions.

In fact, Simmons is tied for third in the NFL with five picks. His impact on the field goes beyond the stat sheet, as Simmons is the leader of the defense and face of the franchise.

He has been a part of several elite secondaries and appears to be getting better as he gets older.

Simmons is an excellent tackler, great in coverage, is a ballhawk, and stops the run like a defensive tackle.

I really struggle to find a weakness in his game. His straight-line speed isn’t great, but has that really affected his performance on the field?

Denver Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) throws a pass against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

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Justin Simmons is by far the best safety in the NFL. He’s one of the most talented defensive backs in the NFL and is, yet again, a huge reason for the team’s defensive successes.