Dre Greenlaw Bolsters Broncos with $35M Contract

Linebacker Dre Greenlaw left the San Francisco 49ers to join the Denver Broncos on a three-year, $35 million contract, despite the 49ers' higher last-minute offer. The 49ers, led by John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan, made a last-ditch effort to retain Greenlaw by visiting him in Texas, but he was drawn to the opportunity for a fresh start and leadership role in Denver. Greenlaw's decision was influenced by his adoptive father's advice to step out from the shadow of Fred Warner, akin to Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen. Greenlaw's departure marks a significant loss for the 49ers, who now face challenges in replacing his leadership and defensive prowess. His move to Denver, alongside former 49ers teammates, strengthens an already formidable Broncos defense aiming for championship contention.