Skip to main content
    Lorenzo Neal NFL Draft

    Denver Broncos Sign Former Purdue Defensive Tackle Lorenzo Neal Jr.

    The Denver Broncos announced the addition of former Purdue defensive tackle Lorenzo Neal Jr. on Sunday. Neal went undrafted and originally signed with the New Orleans Saints following the 2021 NFL Draft.

    WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Former Purdue defensive tackle Lorenzo Neal Jr. has found a new home in the NFL. The Denver Broncos announced Sunday that the team signed Neal and released safety Dedrick Thompson in a corresponding roster move. 

    Neal, the son of four-time pro bowl fullback Lorenzo Neal, originally signed with the New Orleans Saints after going undrafted in the 2021 NFL Draft. 

    In four seasons with the Boilermakers, Neal appeared in 30 games and recorded 72 tackles, 13 tackles for loss, four sacks, five pass deflections, four forced fumbles and a fumble recovery.

    The 6-foot-3, 325-pound defensive lineman is a former All-Big Ten Honorable Mention. He'll add depth to the Broncos roster that is currently without Deyon Sizer due to a hamstring injury. 

    Neal will wear No. 68 for the team. 

    • PFF RANKS KARLAFTIS FOR 2022 NFL DRAFT: George Karlaftis is among the top defensive NFL prospects in the Big Ten and the nation. After playing in only three games last season due to injury and COVID-19, the future NFL draft pick looks to make a big leap in 2021. CLICK HERE 
    • AIDAN O'CONNELL MAXIMIZING STRENGTHS: Fifth-year senior Aidan O'Connell looks to be named the starting quarterback of the Purdue football team for the second straight season. While he won't amaze everyone with his athleticism, he's constantly working on what he does best. CLICK HERE
    • PURDUE FALL CAMP FIRST DAY NOTES: The Purdue quarterback battle is underway, wide receivers showcased their skills without pads and the we got a look at the specialists looking to contribute this season. Here's a look back at the Boilermakers' first day of fall camp. CLICK HERE
    • PURDUE FOOTBALL TO BUILD OFF DAY 1 OF CAMP: Purdue football opened fall camp inside Ross-Ade Stadium on Friday, building a base for improvement leading up until the start of the 2021 season. The team is working toward its opener against Oregon State on Sept. 4. CLICK HERE

    Become Part of the Boilermakers Country Community!

    © 2024 ABG-SI LLC. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF ABG-SI LLC. - All Rights Reserved. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators’ opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Gambling content intended for 21+. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.