In the wake of the massive contract extension for Patrick Surtain II, the Denver Broncos and Courtland Sutton came to an agreement on a revised contract.
According to Broncos insider Mike Klis, the Broncos converted $11.875 million dollars of Sutton’s base salary of $13 million for the 2024 season into an upfront bonus. In total, the team will save $9.5 million in cap space and be compliant in that regard for the ‘24 campaign. With this move, the Broncos have roughly $7.5 million in cap space per Spotrac which is significantly more prior to both deals being done.
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This will allow the team some flexibility to make some moves during the season if the need arises. If they play well, I wouldn’t be surprised to see them be buyers at the trade deadline to add another talented player if they are in the postseason chase. If they don’t, they will simply roll that over into next season.
Of further note, Surtain’s deal also lowered his cap hit for the 2025 which increases Denver’s salary cap space to $54 million. That’s one of the highest amounts in the National Football League. The team has only 37 players under contract for ‘25, but a full rookie draft class and handful of UDFAs will help round out the roster.
With that amount of cap space and an ownership group who hasn’t been shy about spending big, I’d expect the franchise to make several bold additions in free agency next offseason to build around quarterback Bo Nix. Yesterday’s developments, as well as Quinn Meinerz’ extension a while back, the Broncos clearly have identified their long-term building blocks on the team.
After eight years of struggles, it finally appears the Broncos are on the verge of building something special. Now let’s go out and root for them hard to defeat the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday!
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Broncos News & Tidbits
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Broncos QB Bo Nix on first start: ‘It’s important to stay in the moment - Mile High Sports
Denver Broncos rookie quarterback and team captain Bo Nix is relishing in the moment ahead of Sunday’s season opener.
Injury Report: No Broncos listed with injury designations ahead of Week 1 vs. Seattle
The Broncos will announce another practice participation report on Thursday before releasing game statuses on Friday.
Three Denver Broncos running out of time to prove it
These Denver Broncos need to answer the bell, or else, they’ll be forgotten.
What I’m seeing from the Denver Broncos: D-line improvement and other observations - The Athletic
Why Ja’Quan McMillian could be in for a breakout season with the Broncos. Plus, concerns for Denver ahead of the opener.
NFL News & Tidbits
Bills safety Damar Hamlin to start first game since suffering cardiac arrest in January 2023
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RB Index, Week 1: Predicting NFL's top 10 leading rushers for 2024 season
With Saquon Barkley joining a loaded Eagles offense, can the dynamic running back claim his first NFL rushing title? Or will we see a repeat winner? Just prior to Week 1 kicking off, Maurice Jones-Drew predicts 2024's top 10 leading rushers.
NFL Power Rankings: Who could spoil Chiefs' bid for three-peat? Can Jets, Bears live up to expectations?
Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs are eyeing NFL history. Which contenders are poised to interrupt Kansas City's path to a three-peat? Before the 2024 season kicks off, Eric Edholm provides the full league hierarchy, 1-32, in his Week 1 Power Rankings.
NFL QB Index, Week 1: Ranking all 32 starters entering 2024 season
With the 2024 NFL season upon us, Nick Shook ranks each team's quarterback, from 1 to 32, heading into Week 1. Can C.J. Stroud build on his stellar rookie campaign? How will Aaron Rodgers look in his return from injury?
