The Denver Broncos have been active in the offseason, making several significant moves to bolster their roster ahead of the 2025 NFL season.
Key Player Acquisitions
Dre Greenlaw (Linebacker): The Broncos signed linebacker Dre Greenlaw to a three-year, $35 million contract. Greenlaw, 27, previously played for the San Francisco 49ers, where he earned first-team All-Pro honors and a Pro Bowl selection in 2022. Despite missing most of the previous season due to a torn Achilles, he recorded 97 tackles and four interceptions in 2022, showcasing his potential to regain his pre-injury performance.
Talanoa Hufanga (Safety): The Broncos secured former Pro Bowl safety Talanoa Hufanga on a three-year contract valued at approximately $45 million, with $20 million guaranteed. Hufanga, 26, earned first-team All-Pro honors and a Pro Bowl selection in 2022 after recording 97 tackles and four interceptions. Despite injuries in 2023 and 2024, he has accumulated 219 tackles and seven interceptions over his career, reinforcing the Broncos’ secondary.
Jarrett Stidham (Quarterback): The Broncos reached a two-year agreement with quarterback Jarrett Stidham, valued at up to $12 million, with $7 million guaranteed. Stidham, who did not play last season due to Bo Nix’s exceptional rookie performance, has accumulated 1,422 passing yards, eight touchdowns, and eight interceptions over 19 games in his career.
Notable Departures
Patrick Surtain II (Cornerback): Cornerback Patrick Surtain II, who had an outstanding 2024 season, was named the AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year. He recorded 45 combined tackles, 11 pass deflections, four interceptions, and one touchdown. Surtain’s exceptional performance included a memorable 100-yard interception return against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Recent Team Performance
In the 2024 season, the Broncos finished with an 8-9 record, narrowly missing the playoffs. Despite a mid-season five-game winning streak, challenges persisted, including the demotion of quarterback Russell Wilson in favor of Jarrett Stidham. The team is optimistic that the offseason acquisitions will address previous shortcomings and enhance their competitiveness in the upcoming season.
Upcoming Season Outlook
With the addition of key players like Greenlaw, Hufanga, and Stidham, the Broncos aim to strengthen both their defense and offensive depth. The team is focused on refining their strategies and building on the positive momentum from the previous season’s mid-year resurgence. Fans can anticipate an exciting 2025 season as the Broncos strive to return to playoff contention.
