The Broncos have made significant moves in free agency to build their defense while clearing cap space, committing $53 million to Russell Wilson's dead cap charges. Denver is focusing on being strategic rather than aggressive in a reset-offseason.

The departure of key defensive leaders like Justin Simmons and the addition of new players signal a changing identity for the Broncos' defense. The team is looking to build a younger core while keeping veteran players like Garett Bolles and Courtland Sutton.

The Broncos still have unanswered questions at quarterback, uncertainty regarding youth players' roles, and decisions on how to best utilize remaining cap space for future team development.