Cedrick isn’t your average defensive tackle. What caught my attention on film is how willing he is to leave the interior and chase the football down. You’ll see him work through a block, locate the ball carrier and continue running even when the play is moving away from him. That type of pursuit from a defensive tackle can make a difference, especially when offenses think they have gotten the ball outside. Cedrick brings some range to the position, and his effort gives him opportunities to make plays beyond the line of scrimmage.

Cedrick is ready to make his impact felt in the middle of the Broncos’ defensive front this season. He brings a strong motor to the trenches, battling through blocks and creating disruption against opposing offenses. His ability to clog running lanes and pressure the pocket gives the Broncos another piece to rely on up front. Expect Cedrick to be a key contributor as he looks to set the tone for the defense.

Cedrick show a real growth as a defensive lineman from last season. He did a good hon coming out with a lower level and firing off the ball. His first step was quicker and more intentional, and you see him focusing on timing of the snap rather than guessing the snap.

CJ is a defensive lineman who stands out immediately because of his nonstop motor and relentless effort on every snap. He plays like someone who refuses to take plays off, constantly chasing the football from whistle to whistle and staying active even when the initial rush doesn’t win. CJ brings energy and urgency off the line of scrimmage, using that effort to put consistent pressure on offensive linemen and disrupt timing in both the run and pass game. Even when he’s not finishing plays himself, he’s often the reason a play gets bounced or redirected because of how much ground he covers and how hard he works to stay involved.

What makes CJ intriguing is that his motor becomes a weapon on its own—offensive linemen have to account for him longer than expected because he keeps working through blocks instead of fading out of the play. He shows flashes of developing technique, but his biggest impact right now comes from effort, pursuit, and competitiveness. CJ’s ability to chase plays down from the backside and stay active late in downs gives his defense a consistent spark.