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Broncos Wire's 91-man offseason roster series continues today with a look at second-year linebacker Jordan Turner, No. 55.
Before the Broncos: Turner (6-1, 231 pounds) starred in the Big Ten during his college career, spending time at Wisconsin (2021-23) and Michigan State (2024). In 30 games with the Badgers, Turner recorded 135 total tackles (71 solo, 64 assisted, 12.5 tackles for loss), five sacks, three interceptions, three pass deflections and two forced fumbles. In his lone season with the Spartans, Turner logged 66 total tackles (36 solo, 30 assisted, 10.5 tackles for loss), two interceptions, three sacks and one pass deflection. After college, Turner went undrafted in the 2025 NFL draft before signing with the Denver Broncos as a free agent.
Broncos tenure: Turner spent most of his rookie season bouncing between the Broncos' practice squad and the active roster, before finally being elevated for good from Week 15 on. Turner played in seven games, playing primarily on special teams, playing 64% of special teams snaps in his seven appearances. Turner recorded seven total tackles (one solo, six assisted).
Chances to make the 53-man roster: Toss-up. Turner has some serious competition coming into his second season. His competitors include Jonah Elliss (who will get snaps at ILB in 2026), "Mr. Irrelevant" Red Murdock and notable undrafted free agent Taurean York. Turner had the advantage of having a year of experience in Vance Joseph's defense, but he's certainly not a lock to make the active roster in Year 2. If he doesn't end up on the 53-man roster, Turner should be a top choice for the practice squad.
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Before the Broncos: Turner (6-1, 231 pounds) starred in the Big Ten during his college career, spending time at Wisconsin (2021-23) and Michigan State (2024). In 30 games with the Badgers, Turner recorded 135 total tackles (71 solo, 64 assisted, 12.5 tackles for loss), five sacks, three interceptions, three pass deflections and two forced fumbles. In his lone season with the Spartans, Turner logged 66 total tackles (36 solo, 30 assisted, 10.5 tackles for loss), two interceptions, three sacks and one pass deflection. After college, Turner went undrafted in the 2025 NFL draft before signing with the Denver Broncos as a free agent.
Broncos tenure: Turner spent most of his rookie season bouncing between the Broncos' practice squad and the active roster, before finally being elevated for good from Week 15 on. Turner played in seven games, playing primarily on special teams, playing 64% of special teams snaps in his seven appearances. Turner recorded seven total tackles (one solo, six assisted).
Chances to make the 53-man roster: Toss-up. Turner has some serious competition coming into his second season. His competitors include Jonah Elliss (who will get snaps at ILB in 2026), "Mr. Irrelevant" Red Murdock and notable undrafted free agent Taurean York. Turner had the advantage of having a year of experience in Vance Joseph's defense, but he's certainly not a lock to make the active roster in Year 2. If he doesn't end up on the 53-man roster, Turner should be a top choice for the practice squad.
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