That was the premise of a latest CBS Sports article, which identified the top duo for each NFL team.

To qualify, the 2 gamers needed to be on the identical facet of the ball however did not essentially need to play the identical place.

While the Broncos arguably have a number of pairings deserving the respect, CBS recognized cornerback Pat Surtain II and security Justin Simmons because the staff’s prime duo.

“The Broncos have one of the game’s best cornerbacks in Surtain, who has allowed a 59.7 passer rating to opposing quarterbacks after his first two seasons.

“… A Second Team All-Pro final season (and 3 times within the final 4 years), Simmons tied for the NFL lead with six interceptions and had three pressured fumbles in simply 12 video games.

“Denver’s secondary is in good hands with Surtain and Simmons.”

Simmons and Surtain mixed for eight interceptions and 17 passes defensed in 2022, which actually makes them deserving of the popularity.

And in a division that options duos of Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce and Justin Herbert and Austin Ekeler — to not point out Davante Adams in Las Vegas — each Simmons and Surtain will look to be at their finest in 2023.