Broncos 'didn’t want to disrupt' OLB's ascension with position change
The Broncos considered moving OLB Jonah Elliss to ILB, but "he’s really ascending as an edge player, and we didn’t want to disrupt that.”
The Denver Broncos explored the idea of relocating outside linebacker Jonah Elliss to inside linebacker during the offseason, but ultimately decided against it. Coach Sean Payton expressed that Elliss' exceptional production, disruptive abilities, and scarcity of his position made it imprudent to move him to a role they perceived as easier to replace.
Elliss has accumulated 11 quarterback hits and 7.5 sacks in his initial two seasons, demonstrating a consistent upward trajectory heading into his third year. Despite the team's decision to maintain his original position, Elliss demonstrated flexibility, stating, "I’m always willing to do whatever the team needs me to do, whether that’s playing inside or playing on special teams."
Elliss is anticipated to serve as the third-string pass rusher for the upcoming season, following Nik Bonitto and Jonathon Cooper.
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