49ers' former All Pro predicted to help Broncos' defense take the next step

The San Francisco 49ers had a lot of key players depart this offseason.

The Denver Broncos were happy to take a few for themselves.

Denver signed safety Talanoa Hufanga and linebacker Dre Greenlaw in free agency to bolster an already-strong defense.

Hufanga specifically could be crucial, writes ESPN's Jeff Legwold.

"Hufanga and linebacker Dre Greenlaw were signed in free agency from the 49ers," writes Legwold. "Both players have fought injuries in recent seasons and carry that question mark into their first year with the Broncos. But if healthy, they could make an already top-tier defense even better. Hufanga, a first-team All-Pro in 2022, could have a particularly strong impact, bringing physicality, versatility and the game-changing plays the Broncos need to prevent offenses from avoiding cornerback Pat Surtain II, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year."

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Hufanga is a rangy, big-play safety. He also gives off Troy Polamalu vibes in large part because of the way his hair comes out of his helmet.

If Denver can get these 49ers' departures to shine, it'll be a big boost.

San Francisco fans should probably avoid watching the Broncos play, just in case. If Hufanga and Greenlaw are healthy, it could be frustrating.

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