Jaishawn Barham: Broncos' Edge Linebacker Solution

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The Denver Broncos are coming off a top-tier defense in 2025, but they lost key pieces

like Dre Greenlaw, PJ, Locke and John Franklin Myers in the offseason.

Now, eyes are on Michigan's J. Sean Barham, a 22-year-old edge rusher with inside linebacker

chops, standing six foot three and a half inches, tall at 240 pounds.

Barham transfer from Maryland to Michigan in 2024, wrapping up his edge snaps to over 70%

last season. Across 48 college games, he racked up 193 tackles, 23 for loss, 12 sacks and

81 pressures, showing burst with a 4.64 40 yard dash. Fans and scouts love his fire, physicality

and versatility. He blitzes well, stops the run, and even logs special team snaps.

But his hot-headed style led to 15 penalties over four years, plus missed tackles doubled

last season, and his past rush moves need polish. For the Broncos, Barham fits perfect

amid their edge depth with guys like Nick Benito and Jonah Ellis shifting inside. Without

first or third-round picks, a mid-second round trade-down for his multi-positional skills

could shore up linebacker battles and vans. Joseph's hybrid schemes. Picture Barham

refining those edges in Denver. He's got top 75 upside, turning into a dynamic playmaker

who elevates that defense for years. Ahead in.