A look at the Denver Broncos defense: 26 takeaways, 24.3 points allowed per game, 33.2% opponents' third-down conversion percentage, 370.8 yards allowed per game, 2.16 points allowed per drive. High point: forcing turnovers sparked win streak. Low point: 70-20 loss to Dolphins. MVP: Pat Surtain II. Tough season: Damarri Mathis. Under the radar: Baron Browning. Run defense: 137.1 rushing yards allowed per game, 15 rushing touchdowns allowed. Pass defense: 42 sacks, 100 quarterback hits, 233.6 passing yards allowed per game, 98.0 quarterback rating allowed, 11 interceptions. Special teams: solid improvement in kick and punt returns, Wil Lutz's future uncertain.
