2018 NFL Mock Draft: Big Colts Trade Changes AFC Landscape

Vita Vea . 20. player. 45. The Denver Broncos defense is in a transition phase once again. After just two years under Wade Phillips, there’s a chance that the scheme could be shifting once again. That makes it difficult to figure out where they need to focus in order to keep this unit among the best in the NFL moving forward. One area they might want to consider bolstering is their nose tackle position, currently held down by aging veteran Domata Peko. <p>Vita Vea is exactly what the doctor ordered. He’s a big body who swallows space, has the strength to anchor against the run but retains enough athleticism and quickness to be effective on the move, That means he should be able to play in any defensive system provided it’s the nose tackle role. Him helping to stop the run will open up more chances for that Von Miller-led pass rush to feast.</p>. DT. Washington