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Broncos roster: DL John Franklin-Myers (No. 98) seeking extension after career year
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Broncos Wire 's 90-man offseason roster series continues today with a look at eighth-year defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers , No. 98.
Before the Broncos :Franklin-Myers (6-4, 288 pounds) was originally selected by the Los Angeles Rams in the fourth round (135th overall) of the 2018 NFL draft after his college career at FCS school Stephen F. Austin. In 2018, Franklin-Myers played in 16 games, having moderate success with 10 total tackles (six solo, four assisted), 2.0 sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery. In 2019, Franklin-Myers was released by the Rams before signing with the New York Jets . In 2019, Franklin-Myers spent most of his time on the injured reserve list.
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Franklin-Myers remained with the Jets until the end of the 2023 season. From 2020-23, Franklin-Myers racked up the stats sheet, making 125 total tackles (56 solo, 69 assisted, 21 tackles for loss), 17.5 sacks (with a high of 6.0 sacks in 2021), seven pass deflections, one forced fumble and two fumble recoveries. During the 2024 NFL draft, the Jets traded Franklin-Myers to the Denver Broncos for a 2026 sixth-round pick.
Broncos tenure:Franklin-Myers signed a two-year deal to stay in Denver until the end of 2025. In 2024, Franklin-Myers had the best season of his career. Myers played in 18 games (17 games, 16 starts, one playoff start), recording 40 total tackles (18 solo, 22 assisted, eight tackles for loss), as well as 7.0 sacks.
Chances to make the 53-man roster:Lock. 2025 will likely be another big year for JFM on the defensive line, as the Broncos got better through additions in the secondary and the middle of the field. He will likely start every game as a defensive end for Denver in 2025.
Although Franklin-Myers is just coming off a career season, and looking ahead to another promising campaign in 2025, there is uncertainty surrounding his future with Denver post-2025. Franklin-Myers has a looming contract battle ahead, and his valuation will continue to climb if he has another career year. It remains to be seen if the Broncos will be able to re-sign the 28-year-old lineman.
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