The Denver Broncos lock up WR Courtland Sutton with a $92M extension to kick off the 2024 season, solidifying a key weapon for QB Bo Nix. Read the details.
StatPro NFL Beat Reporter
The Mile High City can breathe a collective sigh of relief. On the opening day of training camp, the Denver Broncos and star wide receiver Courtland Sutton put any contract drama to bed, agreeing to a massive four-year, $92 million extension. The deal, which includes $41 million in guaranteed money, solidifies Sutton's place as a cornerstone of the franchise and sends a clear message: the Broncos are building a winner, and they're building it around quarterback Bo Nix.
'He's a tremendous leader.' - Pat Surtain II on second-year quarterback Bo Nix.
The deal that had been simmering all offseason is finally done. Courtland Sutton, fresh off a career-best season with 81 catches for 1,081 yards and 8 touchdowns, is now under contract through 2029. The second-longest tenured Bronco on the roster, Sutton made his intentions clear, expressing a strong desire to finish his career in orange and blue. By locking him up, the Broncos not only reward a team captain and their top offensive threat but also provide crucial stability for their young quarterback. With his 2025 salary and workout bonus now fully guaranteed, Sutton can focus entirely on football as the undisputed WR1.
Sutton's extension wasn't the only move aimed at boosting the offense. General Manager George Paton and Coach Sean Payton have been busy assembling an arsenal to support Bo Nix in his sophomore campaign. The team officially signed veteran tight end Evan Engram, who is expected to fill the versatile 'joker' role that has been a staple of Payton's offensive schemes. They also invested a second-round pick in Illinois wideout Pat Bryant, a physical receiver poised to compete immediately with Marvin Mims Jr. for the starting WR2 spot. After a rookie year where Nix came just two touchdowns shy of Justin Herbert's rookie record despite a lackluster run game, these additions signal a commitment to giving him every tool necessary to take the next step.
The optimism extends to the practice field, where the buzz is palpable. Teammates are raving about Bo Nix's growth and leadership, with All-Pro cornerback Pat Surtain II calling him 'a tremendous leader.' Health-wise, the news is overwhelmingly positive. Key defenders like linebackers Dre Greenlaw and Alex Singleton, along with safety P.J. Locke, were all participating in team drills. On offense, running back J.K. Dobbins and receiver Devaughn Vele were also back in action, though their reps will be managed early on. This sets the stage for some fierce competition, none more exciting than the battle for the WR2 job. Marvin Mims Jr., who ended 2024 on a tear with 23 catches and 5 TDs in the final five games, will have to fend off the impressive rookie Pat Bryant.
With their captain secured, their quarterback empowered, and their roster getting healthy, the Broncos enter the 2025 season with a clear identity and soaring expectations. The foundation laid during last year's 10-win playoff season feels more solid than ever. While fans will have limited access to camp this year due to facility construction, the excitement is building for the first open practice on Friday, offering the first glimpse of what this reloaded Broncos team can do.
