BREAKING: Denver Broncos Release 4-Time All-Pro Superstar In Surprise Move

March 7, 2024, 10:14am ESTBy Lou Flavius

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 19: A detailed view of a Denver Broncos helmet during the game between the Denver Broncos and the Jacksonville Jaguars at TIAA Bank Field on September 19, 2021 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

The list of big-name free-agent safeties continues to grow as the Denver Broncos have opted to release Justin Simmons on the back of an eight-year stay with the team, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Simmons, a four-time second-team All-Pro and a two-time Pro Bowler, would have accounted for $18.25 million against the Broncos’ cap but will now be heading into free agency with the new league year set to begin next week.

Broncos are releasing former All-Pro safety Justin Simmons after eight seasons in Denver, per league sources.

Moving on from Simmons, who went to the Pro Bowl last season, will save the Broncos $14.5 million against their salary cap. pic.twitter.com/AnBnuOVOlQ
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 7, 2024

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Drafted in the third round in 2016, the 30-year-old spent his entire eight-year career in Denver, playing 118 games. He’s built a reputation as one of the best safeties in the league and has registered at least two interceptions every season – he made a league-leading six in 2022.

He recorded three INTs. eight pass breakups, and two forced fumbles in 2023.