Alex Singleton leads Denver Broncos defense as team captain in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Alex Singleton, linebacker for the Denver Broncos, has been named team captain for the upcoming season. Singleton, who has had a resilient career, overcame multiple challenges including a torn ACL and a cancer diagnosis. He has consistently been a top performer, leading the Broncos' defense with significant tackle numbers. Singleton is expected to remain a key figure as he trains younger players to take on leadership roles within the team.
- •Singleton signed a two-year, $15 million contract with the Broncos.
- •He recorded a career-high 177 total tackles in the 2023 season.
- •Singleton became a team captain in 2024.
- •He returned to action after recovering from a torn ACL and testicular cancer.
- •Singleton aims to mentor younger players like Red Murdock and Taurean York.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos roster: LB Alex Singleton (No. 49) is heart and leader of defense
"Alex Singleton is arguably the toughest player on the Broncos' defense.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
CFL•Aug 29, 2026, 3:23 AMThese 4 players made the best case to make the Bengals' 53-man roster
CFL•Aug 29, 2026, 3:15 AMJosh Johnson helps Bengals conclude perfect preseason with 30-13 win over Eagles
CFL•Aug 27, 2026, 11:30 AMSee where Alex Singleton ranks among PFF’s top NFL linebackers
NFL•Sep 4, 2026, 3:34 PMBill Belichick Pro Football Hall of Fame snub explained as voting changes
NFL•Sep 4, 2026, 3:20 PMFantasy football rookie rankings 2026: Who's 2nd behind Jeremiyah Love?
NFL•Sep 4, 2026, 3:00 PMIs Seahawks WR Tory Horton going to play in Week 1?