The Broncos followed that with extensions for rush linebacker Jonathon Cooper and left tackle Garett Bolles. And this offseason, the biggest moves the Broncos could make might very well be extensions for two players: defensive end Zach Allen and rush linebacker Nik Bonitto.

The Denver Broncos find themselves in a rather enviable position entering the 2025 season from a team-building perspective. After a fantastic rookie season from rookie quarterback Bo Nix, the Broncos appear to have found a long-term option under center with a franchise quarterback.

Nik Bonitto (15) of the Denver Broncos celebrates housing a pick-six on a pass thrown by Adonai Mitchell (10) of the Indianapolis Colts intended for Anthony Richardson (5) as Pat Surtain II (2) joins in the fun during the fourth quarter at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

At this time last year, George Paton expressed interest in a Patrick Surtain extension. Although it took several months, the Broncos finalized a contract with their top player.

No extension talks yet, but George Paton said the Broncos would “obviously” like to have Nik Bonitto with the team long term.

Defensive tackle D.J. Jones played a critical role in Denver's turnaround as a run defense. Will the Broncos bring him back?

Outside linebacker Nik Bonitto, guard Quinn Meinerz, punt returner Marvin Mims Jr. and cornerback Pat Surtain II were named to the Pro Football Writers of America's All-NFL team. All four players were also named to the organization's All-AFC team.

How Broncos will Attack Free Agency, Nik Bonitto Contract ExtensionThe Denver Broncos enter the 2025 offseason in a good position. The Broncos are projected to have $35.7 million in cap space, assuming a base salary cap of $272.

Four Denver Broncos made the PFWA All-NFL team in 2024. The Broncos made the playoffs for the first time in eight years this season, and it was largely in part to individual greatness from many players. Deservedly, the team’s best players have been honored in recent weeks, and those awards may keep rolling in.

A Broncos fan checks off the final thing on her Broncos list in the final minute of the Broncos win over the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver.The Broncos won 38-0 to reach the playoffs. (The Gazette, Christian Murdock) The 2024 Broncos produced memorable plays from start to finish.

The Belly isn't going to Orlando, of his own choice. Quinn Meinerz, the Denver Broncos' first-alternate guard, was set to be added to the AFC's Pro Bowl roster this week as a replacement player, but h

Here is a breakdown of how Denver stays in playoff contention with a strong offseason plan. Running back: The Broncos are unlikely to re-sign Javonte Williams after the fourth-year running back struggled to gain traction last season (513 yards rushing with four touchdowns).