Broncos secure Courtland Sutton 4-year $92M extension

The Denver Broncos have secured wide receiver Courtland Sutton with a four-year, $92 million contract extension, reinforcing their commitment to building around him and rookie quarterback Bo Nix. Sutton, who posted career-best numbers last season with 81 receptions, 1,081 yards, and eight touchdowns, is now among the top-paid NFL receivers, with an average annual salary of $23 million. The extension not only rewards Sutton's consistent production and leadership but also provides Bo Nix with a reliable No. 1 target as he embarks on his NFL career. While some may question the deal's length, with Sutton set to be 34 at its conclusion, the contract includes $41 million guaranteed and likely contains cap-friendly structures to maintain flexibility. The Broncos’ broader strategy appears focused on extending key players, with hopes that defensive standouts like edge rusher Nik Bonitto will soon receive similar deals. This move underscores the Broncos' intent to keep their core talent and build a competitive team under head coach Sean Payton and the Walton-Penner Family Ownership group.