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With the preseason opener approaching on Friday, the Denver Broncos are set to travel to take on the Atlanta Falcons . With nearly three weeks of training camp in the books, the Broncos have a better idea of how the position battles are shaping up across the roster.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 3

Why Malcolm Roach is Centrally Important to Broncos' Defense

Patrick Surtain II or Nik Bonitto might be the straw that stirs the Denver Broncos' defensive drink, but there's an equally important component to the cocktail that rarely gets mentioned.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 2

Breaking Down Malcolm Roach's Broncos Future—An Interesting Contract

Malcolm Roach was among the players the Denver Broncos extended during the bye last season. After Roach originally signed a two-year, $7 million deal with the Broncos in 2024, he got a three-year extension worth $26.3 million before that deal expired.

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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 26

Vance Joseph Offers Biggest Clue Yet About Broncos' Plan to Replace JFM

When it came to John Franklin-Myers's looming free agency, the Denver Broncos spoke on the subject without addressing it directly during the club's Week 12 bye.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / March 8

Top Nose Tackle Draft Options to Upgrade Broncos' Run Defense

The Denver Broncos have two nose tackles in D.J. Jones and Malcolm Roach , both of whom have signed extensions within the last year. However, both players

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 10

Inside Broncos’ Big Malcolm Roach Extension: New Details Surface

The Denver Broncos originally signed interior defensive lineman Malcolm Roach to a two-year, $7 million deal back in 2024. Due to his contributions since then, the Broncos rewarded Roach with an extension during their Week 12 bye.

Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 26

Broncos Extending DT Malcolm Roach

According to Tom Pelissero, the Broncos are signing DT Malcolm Roach to a three-year extension. The deal maxes out at $29.25 million in total value and includes $14 million in guaranteed money, per Pelissero.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / November 24

Broncos had 'preliminary' extension talks with C Luke Wattenberg, DL Malcolm Roach

The Denver Broncos inked kicker Wil Lutz to an extension on Friday, but he wasn’t the only player the front office approached about a new contract. According to Mike Klis of 9News in Denver, the Broncos had “preliminary talks” with center Luke Wattenberg and defensive lineman Malcolm Roach.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 23

What a New Contract Would Look Like for Broncos DL Malcolm Roach

Interior defensive lineman Malcolm Roach is one of those under-the-radar free-agent signings who has come up big for the Denver Broncos. He signed a two-year, $7 million deal with the team in 2024 and has played a key role in the defensive line rotation.

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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 3

Broncos Need to Lock Up Three Core Players Before it's Too Late

The Denver Broncos' defense has been exceptional . For the most part, the Broncos have their key players locked in for the next few years. However, there

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / October 11

Broncos activate Malcolm Roach, place Ben Powers on IR

Malcolm Roach returned to practice recently, a development suggesting he could be available to the Broncos for Week 6.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / October 11

Report: Broncos Defender Set to Make Season Debut vs. Jets

As expected, the Denver Broncos have activated defensive lineman Malcolm Roach from the injured reserve list, setting up Roach to make his 2025 season debut against the New York Jets in London on Sunday.

Denver Broncos News / Sporting News / October 10

Broncos provide injury update on defensive tackle yet to make 2025 debut

The Denver Broncos are on the verge of getting back DT Malcolm Roach after he started the first five weeks of the season on injured reserve.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Talk / October 10

Broncos list DT Malcolm Roach as questionable

The Broncos have handed in their final injury report for Sunday's game against the Jets in London. Defensive tackle Malcolm Roach is the only player who drew a questionable tag.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / October 9

Broncos designate DT Malcolm Roach for return

Malcolm Roach began the season on the Broncos’ active roster, but before Denver’s opening contest the veteran defensive tackle was moved to injured reserve.

Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 8

Broncos Designating DT Malcolm Roach To Return

The Denver Broncos have designated DT Malcolm Roach to return from injured reserve, per Mike Klis. This opens a three-week window for him to practice

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / August 3, 2025

Broncos' Malcolm Roach Believes 'Something Special' is Brewing in Denver

The Denver Broncos signed defensive tackle Malcom Roach to a two-year, $7 million deal in 2024 after he spent the first four years of his career with the New Orleans Saints.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 2, 2025

Big Question Looms for Broncos as Training Camp Approaches

The Denver Broncos' rookie class will report to training camp on July 16, followed by the veterans on July 22. From there, we're off to the 2025 races.

Denver Broncos News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 9, 2024

2 players Broncos must avoid in 2024 NFL Draft

As we approach the 2024 NFL Draft, there will continue to be endless speculation about what teams are doing and how they will attempt to improve their rosters for not only the upcoming season but the future overall.

NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / March 13, 2024

Rams 'Expressed Interest' In New Broncos Signing Malcolm Roach

MARCH 13 ROACH INTEREST The Los Angeles Rams are in the market for defensive line help. Unfortunately for L.A., one of their top targets is on his way to the AFC.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 12, 2024

Report: Bengals Fall Short in Push For Free Agent Defensive Tackle

The Bengals almost landed an interior defensive lineman but missed out on former Saints tackle Malcolm Roach. The Broncos signed him with a two-year deal worth $8 million.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 12, 2024

Broncos to add another former Saints defender

The Saints-Broncos pipeline remains active.

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New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / February 16, 2024

Why Re-Signing Malcolm Roach Is An Underrated Priority For The New Orleans Saints

The New Orleans Saints have several pressing needs going into this offseason. Offensive line, pass rush/edge rusher, off-ball linebacker, safety, and a big-bodied pass catcher top the list. One spot that received an upgrade last season was defensive tackle.

New Orleans Saints News / A to Z Sports / December 5, 2023

Saints defense suffers another major loss

The New Orleans Saints lost another important defender in Sunday's Week 13 loss to the Detroit Lions. Malcolm Roach left the game in the second half with a knee injury.