Taking a page out the Kansas City Chiefs’ playbook, the Broncos have signed former New England Patriots defensive end Jarvis Green to a four year contract, worth an estimated $20 million, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Green is capable of playing effectively in the 3-4 defensive front Denver currently employs, and is well known for his locker room leadership in New England; something the Broncos sorely needed last year.

The move likely ends any discussions between Denver and free agent defensive end Dwan Edwards (Ravens), as the Broncos will now look to continue their defensive upgrades in next month’s draft.