Zach Allen ranks 10th among NFL’s interior defensive linemen
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Zach Allen of the Denver Broncos has been ranked 10th among NFL interior defensive linemen by Pro Football Focus. Allen, who signed with the Broncos in March 2023, was a first-team All-Pro last season and participated in his first Pro Bowl. Known for his pass-rushing ability, he totaled 81 pressures in 2024 and 83 in 2025, earning a career-high PFF grade of 76.6 last season. Despite his achievements, the ranking has prompted discussions among fans about whether it accurately reflects his impact on the field. As Allen prepares for his fourth season with Denver, he remains a key figure on the Broncos' defensive front.
- •Zach Allen signed with the Broncos in March 2023 for three years and $45.75 million.
- •He achieved a career-high PFF grade of 76.6 in 2025.
- •Allen has notched 20.5 sacks in three seasons with the Broncos.
- •He was named a first-team All-Pro last season and made his first Pro Bowl.
- •Allen expects the Broncos to break their sack record this year.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — See where PFF ranked Zach Allen among NFL’s best interior linemen
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