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  • P.J. Locke
  • DB #6
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    Locke
@LV: #4 vs opposing DB - 23.35 FPA
Bye Week9Rank102% Rostered-% Change-WK 17 Pts6.50WK 18 Pts0.00
2023 Fantasy Stats
   TacklesTurnoverScoreOtherReturnFantasy
WkOppResultsTotAstSckTFLSck YdsIntFrc FumFum RecInt TDFumTDBlk TDSafDef 2pt RetBlkPDefInt YdsPts
1LV
Loss, 16-17
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2WAS
Loss, 33-35
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3@MIA
Loss, 20-70
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4@CHI
Win, 31-28
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5NYJ
Loss, 21-31
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6@KC
Loss, 8-19
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7GB
Win, 19-17
12---1--------1146.40
8KC
Win, 24-9
3---------------3.00
9Bye  ----------------0.00
10@BUF
Win, 24-22
11--------------1.50
11MIN
Win, 21-20
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12CLE
Win, 29-12
521-9-1-------1-11.40
13@HOU
Loss, 17-22
62129-----------10.90
14@LAC
Win, 24-7
251-16-1-------1-10.60
15@DET
Loss, 17-42
31------------1-4.50
16NE
Loss, 23-26
54--------------7.00
17LAC
Win, 16-9
51------------1-6.50
2023 Fantasy Stats
  TacklesTurnoverFantasy
WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1LV,
L 16-17
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2WAS,
L 33-35
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3@MIA,
L 20-70
-----0.00
4@CHI,
W 31-28
-----0.00
5NYJ,
L 21-31
-----0.00
6@KC,
L 8-19
-----0.00
7GB,
W 19-17
1-1--6.40
8KC,
W 24-9
3----3.00
9Bye-----0.00
10@BUF,
W 24-22
1----1.50
11MIN,
W 21-20
-----0.00
12CLE,
W 29-12
51-1-11.40
13@HOU,
L 17-22
61---10.90
14@LAC,
W 24-7
21-1-10.60
15@DET,
L 17-42
3----4.50
16NE,
L 23-26
5----7.00
17LAC,
W 16-9
5----6.50
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  • 1310.90
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  • 154.50
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News

  • Staying with Broncos

    Locke and the Broncos agreed on a two-year, $7 million contract with a maximum value of $9 million Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Locke had a career year in 2023, recording 53 tackles, including 3.0 sacks, while intercepting a pass, deflecting five others and forcing two fumbles over 12 contests with Denver. The 27-year-old is the frontrunner to operate as the Broncos' starting strong safety in 2024.

    Published: Sat, Mar 9 at 6:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies 53 tackles in 2023

    Locke made 53 tackles (33 solo) including three sacks, defended five passes with one interception, and forced two fumbles while playing 12 games in 2023.

    Analysis: Locke set career highs in tackles, sacks, passes defended and interceptions. With fellow safety Kareem Jackson serving two suspensions during the season, Locke was thrust into a starting role for several games and made the most of his opportunities. The 27-year-old will enter free agency this offseason, but the Broncos could offer him a new contract based on his performance in 2023 and the fact that they waived Jackson before the end of the season.

    Published: Tue, Feb 13 at 6:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records nine stops in Week 16 loss

    Locke totaled nine tackles (five solo) Sunday in a loss to New England.

    Analysis: Locked play all 56 of Denver's defensive snaps Sunday and recorded a season-high nine stops. Kareem Jackson completed his four-game suspension ahead of the contest, but the Broncos chose not to activate him and then elected to waive him Monday. That should lock Locke into a starting safety role alongside Justin Simmons for the remainder of the campaign.

    Published: Tue, Dec 26 at 7:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially playing Saturday

    Locke (neck) is active for Saturday's game against Detroit, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Locke sat out of practice Tuesday and Wednesday but was able to log a limited session Thursday. That will be enough for him to suit up against the Lions for a key Week 15 matchup. Locke has seen his role increase over the past three weeks, working as the starter and compiling 22 total tackles over that span. He's also recorded one sack in each of the three contests.

    Published: Sat, Dec 16 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Saturday

    Locke (neck) is expected to play Saturday against the Lions despite his questionable tag, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The starting safety will be watched during pregame warmups just to make sure he's good to go, per Palmer. Locke suffered the injury during the Broncos' Week 14 win over the Chargers but returned to practice Thursday. The fourth-year pro has 30 tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and three passes defensed, an interception and two forced fumbles in eight games this season.

    Published: Sat, Dec 16 at 11:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 15

    Locke (neck) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Lions, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Locke returned to practice in limited fashion Thursday after missing practice Wednesday and being estimated as a non-participant Tuesday. The veteran safety sustained the neck injury during Week 14 against the Chargers, and his status is now up in the air for the Week 15 matchup with the Lions.

    Published: Thu, Dec 14 at 7:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice Wednesday

    Locke (neck) did not participate in Wednesday's practice, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Locke was also listed as a DNP for the team's estimated practice report Tuesday. It appears he sustained the neck injury at some point during Sunday's 24-7 win over the Chargers. Locke has moved into the starting strong safety role with Kareem Jackson serving a four-game suspension, and the former has 30 tackles (18 solo), including three sacks, one interception and two forced fumbles in eight games this season.

    Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 5:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Third straight game with sack

    Locke had seven tackles (two solo), including one sack, and a forced fumble in Sunday's 24-7 victory over the Chargers.

    Analysis: With Kareem Jackson still serving his suspension, Locke was able to register seven-plus tackles and a sack for the third straight game, and his 66 defensive snaps was the most he's played this season. He got a strip sack on backup quarterback Easton Stick late in the fourth quarter, which teammate Josey Jewell recovered. Over his last three games, Locke has 22 tackles (13 solo), including three sacks, two pass deflections and two forced fumbles.

    Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 5:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records eight tackles in loss

    Locke recorded eight tackles (six solo), including one sack in Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: With his eight total tackles in Week 13, Locke topped his former season-high mark of seven tackles set just one week earlier. The veteran safety also recorded a sack for the second straight week. Locke is making the most of his opportunity with Kareem Jackson continuing to serve a suspension. The 26-year-old is proving to be a reliable member of Denver's defense with the ability to make impact plays. Locke and the the Broncos' are set to visit the Chargers in Week 14.

    Published: Tue, Dec 5 at 9:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive against Browns

    Locke recorded seven tackles (five solo), one sack, one pass defended and one forced fumble in Sunday's 29-12 win over the Browns.

    Analysis: Locke's seven total tackles were a season-high, and his sack and forced fumble were both firsts for him in the 2023 campaign. The veteran safety saw increased playing time with Kareem Jackson out for the game due to a suspension. With Jackson's suspension continuing for the next three games, Locke should continue to operate as Denver's starting strong safety. The 26-year-old will look to build off this momentum when the Broncos visit the Texans in Week 13.

    Published: Tue, Nov 28 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Active Sunday

    Locke (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Browns.

    Analysis: The safety should get a chance to start with Kareem Jackson out for the next four games due to a suspension. Locke missed the team's Week 11 win over the Vikings after hurting his ankle the previous week against the Bills. The fourth-year pro has eight tackles, a pass defensed and an interception in 2023.

    Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 11:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Iffy for Week 12

    Locke (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns.

    Analysis: Locke was able to upgrade to a full participant for Friday's practice, which indicates that he's on track to make his return after sitting out Week 11. If Locke plays, he'll likely slot back in as the starting strong safety with Kareem Jackson out for the next four games while serving a suspension for violating player safety rules.

    Published: Fri, Nov 24 at 4:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Thursday

    Locke (ankle) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Locke is in danger of missing two straight games after injuring his ankle in Week 10. More clarity on his status heading into Week 12 will come with Friday's injury report.

    Published: Thu, Nov 23 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will sit out Week 11

    Locke (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest versus Minnesota.

    Analysis: Locke hurt his ankle in the second half of this past Monday's game versus Buffalo and wasn't able to practice at all this week. He'll consequently be forced to sit out against the Vikings in Week 11. Locke had been filling in for Kareem Jackson during the latter's two-game suspension, but Jackson is eligible to return this week, softening the impact of Locke's absence.

    Published: Fri, Nov 17 at 6:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Spotted in walking boot

    Locke, who left Monday's win over the Bills early with an ankle injury, was wearing a walking boot after the game, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.

    Analysis: Locke said he thought he'd be okay after the game, according to Gabriel, but the 26-year-old should still be considered questionable at this point for their Week 11 matchup with the Vikings.

    Published: Tue, Nov 14 at 9:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Downgraded to out

    Locke (ankle) has been downgraded to out for the remainder of Monday's matchup with the Bills, Nick Kosmider of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Locke was originally given a questionable tag, but the Broncos will ultimately err on the side of caution. In his absence, Delarrin Turner-Yell is a prime candidate to fill in at safety.

    Published: Mon, Nov 13 at 7:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return

    Locke (ankle) is questionable to return to Monday night's game against the Bills, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.

    Analysis: Locke hurt his ankle in the second half and is now questionable to return. If the 26-year-old remains sidelined, Delarrin Turner-Yell should see more playing time.

    Published: Mon, Nov 13 at 7:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Role to increase

    Locke is expected to start at safety the next two game while Kareem Jackson (suspension) is sidelined, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Locke has suited up for the Broncos' three previous games, but never surpassed more than 23 percent of the defensive snaps. The 23 percent of snaps came in Denver's 19-17 win over the Packers in Week 7 after Jackson was disqualified from the game. Locke recorded three tackles (one solo) in the contest. Look for him to see a regular starting workload against the Chiefs and Bills over the next two games.

    Published: Wed, Oct 25 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated Saturday

    Locke (leg) was activated from injured reserve Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Locke was carted off the field during training camp with a leg injury, and it seems as if he's since had enough time to move past the issue. The 26-year-old's snap share on defense has increased each of the three years he's been in the NFL, but he's played primarily on special teams for Denver.

    Published: Sat, Oct 7 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Designated to return from IR

    Locke (leg) was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: Locke was carted off the practice field with a lower leg injury on Aug. 15 and opened the season on injured reserve for the Broncos. He appeared in 47 games over the previous three seasons and will look to carve out a role as a third safety behind Justin Simmons and Kareem Jackson in Denver's defensive backfield. The Broncos will have 21 days to activate Locke.

    Published: Wed, Oct 4 at 8:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed to IR

    The Broncos placed Locke (leg) on injured reserve Thursday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Locke was carted off the practice field on Aug. 15 with a lower leg injury. He'll now be required to miss the first four games of the 2023 season.

    Published: Thu, Aug 31 at 3:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injury considered minor

    Coach Sean Payton said Locke (leg) is "going to be fine" after leaving Tuesday's practice, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Locke was carted off the field Tuesday but appears to have avoided a serious injury. He's a key reserve on the back end of the defense and a mainstay on special teams.

    Published: Tue, Aug 15 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Carted off with leg injury

    Locke was carted off the practice field with an apparent lower leg injury Tuesday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: Locke is one of Denver's top reserves at safety and a staple on special teams. He played a career-high 111 defensive snaps last season and 76 percent of the special teams plays, registering 22 tackles.

    Published: Tue, Aug 15 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays in Denver

    Locke re-signed with the Broncos on Thursday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: Locke was non-tendered by the Broncos in restricted free agency, but he still returned to the team on a new deal. Entering his fourth season in the NFL, Locke has served primarily on special teams and as depth in the secondary. He had his best statistical season in 2022, posting 22 total tackles, one pass defended and two forced fumbles.

    Published: Thu, Mar 16 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not on injury report

    Locke (ankle) is not listed on the Broncos' injury report ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Locke injured his ankle in Week 17, but it looks like the issue is not serious enough to keep him sidelined. Look for him to take on his usual role providing depth in the secondary assuming he avoids any setbacks.

    Published: Sat, Jan 7 at 9:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits versus Kansas City

    Locke is questionable to return to Sunday's game versus the Chiefs with an ankle injury.

    Analysis: Locke did not log a defensive statistic before going down and having to be tended to on the field late in the fourth quarter, according to Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site. With the 25-year-old sidelined, Denver will be left with three available safeties for the time being.

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starting chance awaits

    Locke is expected to start at safety in Sunday's game against the Titans, Benjamin Allbright of KOA 850 AM Denver reports.

    Analysis: With Caden Sterns (hip) on injured reserve and Justin Simmons (knee) listed as questionable for the Week 10 contest but in line to sit out, Locke and Kareem Jackson are expected to form Denver's starting safety tandem. Locke hasn't played more than 22 percent of the Broncos' defensive snaps in any of his seven appearances this season, but he'll be in store for a big uptick in playing time Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 5:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice Thursday

    Locke (concussion) was listed as a full participant at practice Thursday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: Locke was forced to miss last Thursday's contest against the Colts after suffering a concussion in the Broncos' Week 4 matchup with the Raiders. With the safety returning to a full practice Thursday, it's safe to assume Locke is on the verge of passing concussion protocols and will likely be available Monday for a depth role behind Caden Sterns.

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 4:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains in protocols

    Locke (concussion) will not play Thursday against the Colts, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Locke has still not been cleared through concussion protocols after suffering one Sunday against the Raiders. His absence leaves only Delarrin Turner-Yell behind starters Kareem Jackson and Caden Sterns at the safety positions.

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves with injury

    Locke has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's contest against the Raiders with a concussion.

    Analysis: Locke's absence will leave the Broncos light on depth at safety, leaving Delarrin Turner-Yell as the only reserve at the position. With a short week and Thursday contest against the Colts looming, Locke will need to move through concussion protocols quickly to not be out for Week 5.

    Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tendered by Broncos

    The Broncos extended a contract tender to Locke on Sunday.

    Analysis: Locke appeared in 16 games for the Broncos last year and recorded six tackles (five solo). Even if he earns a roster spot ahead of the 2022 season, he's unlikely to play a significant role in the team's defensive unit.

    Published: Sun, Mar 13 at 9:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back from COVID list

    Locke (undisclosed) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Sunday.

    Analysis: Locke landed on the COVID list last week and will rejoin the active roster ahead of Week 15. The 24-year-old should fill a reserve role in the secondary now that he's cleared to play.

    Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 7:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on COVID list

    Locke was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Ryan O'Halloran of The Denver Post reports.

    Analysis: Locke and running back Mike Boone were both placed in COVID-19 protocol after Boone reported that he wasn't feeling well during Friday's practice. Both will be hard-pressed to gain clearance in time to face the Lions on Sunday and could be looking at an additional absence after that as well.

    Published: Fri, Dec 10 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not on injury report

    Locke (leg) was not on Wednesday's injury report, George Stoia III of The Denver Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Locke picked up the injury Week 10 against the Eagles but seems to have made a complete recovery over the bye. He should be available as depth in the Broncos' secondary Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Nov 25 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Might not return Sunday

    Locke (leg) is questionable to return Sunday against the Eagles.

    Analysis: Losing Locke might thin the team's depth on defense even more, and his absence should open the door to more playing time for Caden Sterns. Locke only has two tackles this season, however, so his exit shouldn't affect many fantasy rosters.

    Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On active roster

    Locke was promoted to the active roster Thursday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: An undrafted rookie out of Texas, Locke was part of the active roster already in Week 1 but didn't see the field. He'll again provide depth in the secondary for the Week 3 matchup against Tampa Bay.

    Published: Thu, Sep 24 at 7:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Promoted from practice squad

    Locke was promoted from the Broncos' practice squad to the active roster Monday.

    Analysis: A new NFL rule this season allows two players from the practice squad to join the active roster as extra players on gamedays, and Locke will receive that designation in Week 1. The 24-year-old should serve a depth role in the secondary and will return to the practice squad after the game.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 2:44pm by Rotowire.com
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