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Broncos’ unsung hero set a franchise record on special teams

Story byBrandon Walker , Broncos WireSun, January 11, 2026 at 11:30 AM UTC·2 min readDenver Broncos special teams ace Devon Key had a career year in 2025, setting a new franchise record for special teams tackles with 26, according to stats from the club. Key was named as a Pro Bowl alternate for special teams due to his blocking and tackling prowess. Special teams coordinator Darren Rizzi advocated for Key's admittance to the NFL's all-star game prior to the close of Pro Bowl voting. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement"Just watch the film," Rizzi said in December. "This guy’s been as productive of a special teams player this year in 2025 as there is in the league.

Broncos’ unsung hero set a franchise record on special teams

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Key Highlights

  • I think that the reason he should be the [AFC special teams] representative is, I think people probably just look at the tackle stat, which he leads in the league.
  • But all the other things that he does, he probably is an unsung hero in the return game."Key was also just named an AP first-team All-Pro, an honor well-deserved after his big year.
  • Key received 23 first-place votes (the next-closest players received six). Key also stepped up when Broncos backup safety P. J.
  • Locke went down with an injury in Week 18.
  • “I just went out there and you have to be next man up," Key said postgame.
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