ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos added depth to their defensive line, taking Malik Jackson of Tennessee in the fifth round of the NFL draft.
Jackson began his college career at USC as a defensive end, before transferring to Tennessee after sanctions were imposed on the Trojans.
He played defensive tackle for Tennessee last season, turning in a career-high 56 tackles and 11 tackles for loss. He also had 212 sacks.
This was the second pick the Broncos made along the defensive line in the draft. The team took Derek Wolfe out of Cincinnati in the second round on Friday.
Denver had two picks in the fourth round on Saturday, selecting Arizona State cornerback Omar Bolden and then Baylor center Philip Blake.
