What Levelle Bailey's Injury Means for Broncos' Linebacker Unit

Denver Broncos inside linebacker Levelle Bailey suffered a broken leg during Friday’s preseason win over the Atlanta Falcons, according to 9NEWS’ Mike Klis. Klis reported Bailey is expected to undergo surgery and miss extensive time. An undrafted free agent in 2024, Bailey made Denver’s 53-man roster as a rookie after an impressive preseason, spent time on the practice squad in 2025, and later was elevated. He has recorded five combined tackles across 13 appearances. With Bailey likely headed to injured reserve, Denver’s depth at linebacker is reduced. The team will lean more on Karene Reid, plus seventh-round rookie Red Murdock and potentially UDFA Taurean York behind starters Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad.