P.J. Locke - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Finishes 2025 with 16 tackles Locke recorded 16 tackles (nine solo) and three passes defensed in 16 games with Denver in 2025.

Impact Locke had an underwhelming 2025 campaign, recording his lowest tackle total since his sophomore campaign in 2021. The 28-year-old safety took a backseat to fellow safety Brandon Jones (pectoral) this season, leading to what was a down year for the veteran. Locke did play a prominent role on special teams for much of the season, playing more special teams snaps (197) than defensive snaps (173) for the first time since 2022. The Texas product is set to become an unrestricted free agent in the offseason, giving him the chance to test the market ahead of the 2026 campaign.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Denver Broncos lament lapses in AFC championship that cost them a trip to the Super Bowl

Denver's defense put up a strong fight but couldn't carry the Broncos to Super Bowl 60

JANUARY 26 • Associated Press

Broncos defense must carry team again as backup QB Stidham set to start AFC championship game

Denver's defense must once again lead the charge as the Broncos aim for Super Bowl 60

JANUARY 19 • Associated Press

Good to go for divisional round Locke (leg) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice.

Impact Locke suffered a leg injury during the Broncos' Week 18 win over the Chargers. He had an extra week to recover from the injury thanks to the Broncos' bye to the divisional round, and with his full pratice Tuesday, Locke is on track to play against the Bills on Saturday. He ended the 2025 regular season with 16 tackles (nine solo) and three pass defenses over 16 games while serving on both defense and special teams.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game with leg injury Locke (leg) is Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com to Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Impact Locke is being evaluated on the sidelines by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Sunday's game. JL Skinner and Devon Key are in line for more snaps at safety for as long as Locke is out of the game.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos' Christmas wish: A win in Kansas City after a rare loss snaps their 11-game winning streak

The Broncos are eager to play on Thursday night after their first loss in three months

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Trevor Lawrence's 4 TDs propel Jaguars past Broncos 34-20, ending Denver's 11-game winning streak

Trevor Lawrence threw three touchdown passes and ran for a score, leading the Jacksonville Jaguars to a 34-20 win over the Denver Broncos

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

CB Pat Surtain II on if Packers pick was the best of his career: 'That was probably my most cerebral interception' Cornerback Pat Surtain II meets the media on Wednesday to discuss his confidence in safety P.J. Locke stepping up with Brandon Jones on inju...

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Set to play Thursday Locke (neck) is active for Thursday's Week 10 matchup against Las Vegas.

Impact Locke missed last Sunday's win over Houston due to a neck issue, but it appears that his absence won't extend beyond one game. Locke's return will most impact Denver's special-teams unit, as the safety logged just 12 defensive snaps (as opposed to 128 snaps on special teams) over the club's first eight contests.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Thursday Locke (neck) is questionable to play in Thursday night's contest against the Raiders.

Impact Locke was able to improve from a non-participant to a full participant at the team's three walkthroughs this week, but he'll ultimately enter Week 10 with an injury designation. The safety missed the team's Week 9 win over the Texans, but his absence carried the greatest impact with the team's special-teams unit.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos aim to extend lead in AFC West against struggling Raiders

The Denver Broncos are set to face the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday night as they seek their seventh straight win

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Sidelined by neck injury Locke (neck) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Texans.

Impact Locke seemingly suffered the injury during Denver's Week 8 win over the Cowboys, as he began the week with a limited practice session. However, he was unable to practice Friday and will now miss his first game of the season. Locke has played almost exclusively on special teams.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Injury Report: 3 Broncos remain out of practice ahead of Week 9 game vs. Texans Safety P.J. Locke (neck) remained limited for the second consecutive day, while linebacker Dre Greenlaw (quad) remained a full participant.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

With 'tough cuts' looming for Broncos, P.J. Locke hopes hefty contract won't affect his roster status With 'tough cuts' looming for Broncos, veteran safety P.J. Locke hopes hefty contract won't affect his roster status

AUGUST 24, 2025 • GAZETTE.COM

Broncos Journal: P.J. Locke 'ready to start swinging' after back surgery cast doubt on career Broncos safety P.J. Locke smiles a lot as he talks about the coming season and how advanced he thinks Denver’s defense is at this point.

AUGUST 22, 2025 • DENVERPOST.COM

Broncos safety P.J. Locke really did grow an inch after spinal fusion surgery Broncos safety P.J. Locke really did grow an inch after spinal fusion surgery

AUGUST 10, 2025 • GAZETTE.COM

Participating in training camp Locke (back) participated in Denver's training camp session Wednesday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

Impact Locke is healthy again after having undergone spinal fusion surgery earlier in the offseason. He recorded 74 tackles (50 solo), with 1.0 sacks, across 15 games last season but could see a reduced role during the upcoming campaign as Talonoa Hufanga will likely replace him as the team's starting strong safety.

JULY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos safety P.J. Locke will be facing much more than just new roster competition this summer | Sporting News Denver Broncos safety P.J. Locke recently revealed that he underwent a surgery rare to NFL players this offseason.

JULY 6, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Broncos safety Locke announces he had spinal surgery after 2025 wild-card game DENVER - As his surgeon reached for his drawer to pull out a reflex hammer, P.J. Locke sat on a doct...

JULY 4, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Broncos safety P.J. Locke announces he had spinal surgery after 2025 wild-card game DENVER - As his surgeon reached for his drawer to pull out a reflex hammer, P.J. Locke sat on a doct...

JULY 3, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Former Texas Longhorns Safety Rehabbing After Spinal Fusion Surgery After going undrafted in the 2019 NFL Draft, former Texas Longhorns safety P.J. Locke earned his way into the NFL. Locke was waived from the...

JULY 3, 2025 • SI.COM

Recovering from surgery Locke underwent spinal fusion surgery during the offseason and is still recovering, he recently disclosed on his YouTube channel.

Impact Locke played through the back injury during the 2024 season and managed to play 982 total snaps despite dealing with considerable pain. His ability to return to the field was in question, but Locke said that his pain levels are minimal and he hopes to be cleared for training camp.

JULY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos safety P.J. Locke underwent offseason back surgery detailed in YouTube video P.J. Locke is opening up about recovery from offseason back surgery.

JULY 2, 2025 • GAZETTE.COM

Broncos bolster their defense by agreeing to terms with former 49ers Greenlaw and Hufanga

The Denver Broncos' top priority in free agency is bolstering the middle of their defense

MARCH 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Broncos predicted to splurge on top free agent as replacement for P.J. Locke | Sporting News The Denver Broncos could be in the market for a top-tier defensive player this offseason to go with a unit that was one of the best in the l...

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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