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Pro Football Talk reports the Broncos have signed RB J.K. Dobbins to a one-year deal worth $5.25 million, including $2.065 million fully guaranteed. He also has $680,000 in per-game active roster bonuses and $2.5 million from incentives based on yards from scrimmage.

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How the Broncos Can Bank on Fielding a Top-5 Defense in 2025

The Denver Broncos had one of the best defenses in the NFL last year, and the expectations are for the unit to be even better this year. The Broncos had some apparent weaknesses defensively, but they addressed them in free agency and the NFL draft.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 15

Broncos Poised to Join Pantheon of 'Elite Contenders,' Analyst Claims

The vibe during the Denver Broncos' mandatory minicamp felt different. The 2025 Broncos are poised to broaden their horizons. Broncos head coach Sean

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / June 15

Can you guess this Broncos cornerback in today’s in-5 trivia game?

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Sean Payton News / Mile High Report / June 15

Sean Payton details what makes Denver Broncos offseason successful

Payton said he looks at specific areas, and if players aren’t doing them, that can keep them from playing. The dead period has arrived. The next time we hear or see from the Denver Broncos, it’ll be for training camp.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 14

Broncos HC Updates Progress of ILBs Strnad, Sanders

As much as the Denver Broncos are confident in their starting inside linebackers -- Dre Greenlaw and Alex Singleton -- the club is reassured by those directly behind them on the depth chart, Justin Strnad and Drew Sanders.

Jimmy Graham News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Broncos Seventh-Round TE Draws Jimmy Graham Comparisons

Switching positions within the same sport is one thing, but transitioning to a new sport entirely is another. Denver Broncos rookie tight end Caleb Lohner is looking to accomplish the latter feat and become the next former college basketball player to have a successful professional football career.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 14

Sean Payton Talks Up the Development of Broncos' Towering Rookie TE Weapon

The Denver Broncos took a flyer on Utah tight end Caleb Lohner with their last pick in the 2025 NFL draft. At least, it seemed like a flyer. Since the Lohner pick was made, though, Broncos head coach Sean Payton has sounded a lot more enthused than you'd expect of a seventh-round we'll-see-how-it-goes lark.

Jahdae Barron News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 14

Broncos' First-Round Pick of CB Jahdae Barron Supported by New Data

There were a lot of shocked fans when the Denver Broncos drafted cornerback Jahdae Barron with the 20th overall pick, and not a running back. Many felt that addressing the Broncos' most glaring roster hole — running back — or the defensive line would be the way to go, but the extent of the team's need at cornerback was lost in the shuffle.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 14

Broncos' New RB J.K. Dobbins Shares Veteran Take on Rookie RJ Harvey

The Denver Broncos have a new one-two punch at running back. Earlier this week, the Broncos signed veteran running back J.K. Dobbins , who's coming off a 905-yard rushing season with the Los Angeles Chargers.

J.K. Dobbins News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Broncos’ J.K. Dobbins Sends Shot at Chargers After Denver Decision

J.K. Dobbins had the most productive season of his young NFL career with the Los Angeles Chargers in 2024. Dobbins set professional highs in rushing yards (905), attempts (195) and touchdowns (nine) that year while starting 11 of the team's 17 regular season games.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 14

Broncos S Brandon Jones Shares Insight on New Duo With Talanoa Hufanga

When former San Francisco 49ers All-Pro safety Talanoa Hufanga signed with the Denver Broncos in free agency, the upgrade on the back end was as undeniable

Denver Broncos News / Oregon Ducks on SI / June 14

Denver Broncos' Sean Payton Addresses Bo Nix's Confidence at NFL Minicamp

With the first wave of NFL mandatory minicamps wrapping up, many fans are now getting a better idea of how their team will look in the 2025 season. For Denver Broncos' quarterback Bo Nix, these series of workouts means showing off comfortability after his rookie year.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / June 14

Can you guess this Broncos running back in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / June 14

UDFA Jaden Robinson is fighting to take a spot on the Broncos practice squad

Can Jaden Robinson make enough noise to secure a spot on the Broncos’ practice squad in 2025? Jaden Robinson signed this year as an undrafted college free agent with the Denver Broncos.

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Broncos fans most concerned about the tight end position in 2025

Fans think the tight end position is position group they feel the worst about heading into the 2025 season. The results from this week’s FanDuel SB Nation Reacts survey shocked me a bit.

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Sean Payton Breaks Down Why Bo Nix’s Passing Retreat Matters for Broncos

Last month, Denver Broncos rookie wide receiver Pat Bryant spilled the beans on Bo Nix's plan to host a passing "retreat." The rookie dished the news during an appearance on the Up & Adams Show.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Broncos Coach Reveals Why Team Made First-Round Decision

Rookie cornerback Jahdae Barron, making his way to the Denver Broncos, was a surprising transaction to many. Some media personalities expected the Broncos to use their first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft on a player at a position of greater need.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 13

2 Broncos underrated sleepers who could break out in 2025 NFL season

The Denver Broncos added a new running back, and quarterback Bo Nix seems to be getting more comfortable with the offense. But it is the defensive side of the football where two underrated Broncos sleepers could break out in the 2025 NFL season.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Broncos New $35M Linebacker Among Eight Players Sidelined at Minicamp

The Denver Broncos just wrapped up mandatory minicamp, where several players were sidelined. After bringing in a multitude of new faces, including multiple players anticipated to be key starters on defense, one of them was reportedly dealing with an injury this week.

Sean Payton News / NFL Analysis Network / June 13

Denver Broncos playmaker predicted for breakout season following Sean Payton praise, ‘he’s extremely explosive’

The Denver Broncos had an outstanding 2024 season under Sean Payton in what was Bo Nix’s rookie year in the NFL. Now in 2025, they’re hoping to gather even more momentum, and one playmaker may step into a more dominant role.

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Denver Broncos Coach Sean Payton On Receiver Troy Franklin: 'Extremely Explosive'

After a solid rookie season from Denver Broncos wide receiver Troy Franklin, the former Oregon Ducks star is looking to overcome the typical "sophomore slump" stereotype with an excellent offseason.

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / June 13

Why Broncos like Bo Nix letting his swagger show ahead of second season

The Athletic's Nick Kosmider detailed Friday how Broncos QB Bo Nix hasn't shied away from trash talk ahead of his sophomore campaign.

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3 Broncos veterans whose roles will be pushed by rookies in 2025

After making the playoffs for the first time in nearly a decade, the Denver Broncos carried their momentum into 2025 with an encouraging incoming rookie class.

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Sean Payton's latest move shows clear offseason focus for Broncos

Sean Payton had a lot to build on after his second season with the Denver Broncos last year, but there is one area where he clearly felt rebuilding was needed. The team's latest big signing is further evidence of that.

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