Denver Broncos Sign Safety/Special Teams Star Tycen Anderson The Denver Broncos have signed safety and special teams standout Tycen Anderson, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The move, initially reported prematurely last night, has now been confirmed as the Broncos and Anderson have reached an agreement. Anderson, a former Cincinnati Bengals special teams ace, will bolster the Broncos’ depth at safety while enhancing their special teams unit. The Broncos lost safety P.J. Locke to the Dallas Cowboys in free agency, creating a need for additional depth in their safety room. Anderson, who was a key contributor for the Bengals on special teams, will compete with All-Pro special teamer Devon Key and JL Skinner for the third safety role on defense. His versatility and experience make him a valuable addition to the team’s secondary. Anderson, a fifth-round pick by the Bengals in the 2022 NFL Draft, quickly became a cornerstone of their special teams unit. Standing 6 feet 2 inches and weighing 203 pounds, he ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combine. Over his four seasons with the Bengals, he appeared in 41 games, primarily on special teams, and recorded 42 tackles. His role as a special teams ace was critical to the Bengals’ success, and his ability to contribute on both sides of the ball made him a key asset. NFL.com’s draft analyst, Lance Zierlein, highlighted Anderson’s potential as a backup down safety. He noted Anderson’s determination as a run supporter and his ability to fit into a backup role with upside. At Toledo, Anderson was a three-year starter who played as a big nickel and box add-on. His size, length, and speed stood out on tape, and he demonstrated solid run-stopping ability near the line of scrimmage.#ian_rapoport #denver_broncos #cincinnati_bengals #tycen_anderson #devon_key
