Denver Broncos Restructure Roster with Key Departures, Strategic Additions Ahead of 2025

The Denver Broncos have strategically rebuilt their roster for the 2025 NFL season, making significant additions like tight end Evan Engram, running backs J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey, linebacker Dre Greenlaw, safety Talanoa Hufanga, and cornerback Jahdae Barron, while losing key players such as linebacker Cody Barton, running back Javonte Williams, and wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey. Despite the additions, concerns remain about roster depth, particularly at linebacker where injuries to Greenlaw and Alex Singleton prompted suggestions to sign veteran free agents like Mychal Kendricks and Nick Vigil to provide experienced depth. The Broncos' top salary cap hits include right tackle Mike McGlinchey, defensive end John Franklin-Myers, left guard Ben Powers, linebacker Zach Allen, and wide receiver Courtland Sutton, with some contracts presenting potential challenges for future roster moves. The front office, led by GM George Paton and coach Sean Payton, has been praised for navigating the post-Russell Wilson era effectively and building a team considered among the NFL's top seven on paper. Overall, the Broncos aim to leverage their new acquisitions and address depth concerns to return to playoff contention in 2025.