‘He earned it’: Randy Gradishar thrilled by Pat Surtain II becoming second Defensive Player of the Year winner in Broncos history February 8, 2025 by Denver Broncos “We needed another Bronco to come on the show and say, ‘I’m the Defensive Player of the Year,’” Gradishar said. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)