Shane Ray, defensive end, Denver Broncos
Ray is NFL player due to profit because of a veteran’s departure. Former teammate DeMarcus Ware announced his retirement this offseason, paving the path for Ray to start opposite Von Miller this season.
Ray was drafted by the Broncos 23rd overall in 2015. He played in 14 games, tallying four sacks and 20 combined tackles. In 2016, Ray more than doubled his production, having managed eight sacks and 48 combined tackles. He also squeezed in two fumble recoveries, returning one for a touchdown.
Aside from the team expecting bigger things from Ray in 2017, he has his sights set on creating at least one sack per game, per ESPN’s Jeff Legwold.
Sure, why not? If Ray does, he would top the 13.5 sacks Miller produced in 2016. Quarterbacks, especially in the AFC West, you have been warned.