Denver Broncos Release Injured Linebacker Dre Greenlaw, Gain Salary Cap Space The Denver Broncos have decided to release inside linebacker Dre Greenlaw, a move that will free up approximately $6.1 million in salary cap space while leaving behind about $4.33 million in "dead money" from his remaining contract, according to reports from NFL Network and OverTheCap.com. The decision comes after the team re-signed fellow linebackers Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad, solidifying its defensive depth for the 2026 season. Greenlaw, who signed a three-year, $31.5 million contract with the Broncos in 2025, has struggled with injuries throughout his tenure with the team. The 28-year-old linebacker missed the first six games of the 2025 season due to a quad injury and was subsequently suspended for one game following his debut. He later missed the regular-season finale with a hamstring injury, limiting his playing time to just eight games (seven starts) in 2025. Despite his injury challenges, Greenlaw demonstrated his value when healthy. During his appearances, he recorded 43 tackles, two pass breakups, two quarterback hits, one interception, and one sack. His performance highlights the potential impact he could have for other teams seeking a reliable linebacker. With his release, Greenlaw is expected to attract interest from multiple franchises looking to add depth to their defense. The Broncos’ decision to cut Greenlaw reflects a strategic effort to manage their salary cap while maintaining competitive depth. By retaining Singleton and Strnad, the team aims to build a more balanced linebacker corps for 2026. Coach Sean Payton and general manager George Paton are likely to explore free agency and the draft to further strengthen the unit, ensuring they remain a top-tier defensive force in the league.#denver_broncos #dre_greenlaw #alex_singleton #justin_strnad #sean_payton
Broncos QB Bo Nix and Wife Welcome First Child on His 26th Birthday Bo Nix, the Broncos’ franchise quarterback, celebrated his 26th birthday on Wednesday with the arrival of his first child, a daughter named Riley Belle Nix. The baby was born on February 25, the same day as Nix’s birthday, marking what Izzy Nix, his wife, called “the best birthday party I’ve ever been to.” Izzy shared the news on Instagram, confirming the birthdate and the joyous occasion. The couple had previously hinted at their pregnancy in October with a post captioned “Nix party of 3!!!,” teasing the arrival of their child. Nix’s journey to fatherhood comes amid a challenging season for the Broncos. After a fractured ankle during the wild-card win over the Bills ended his 2025 campaign, Nix has been rehabilitating, using a scooter to navigate the team facility. Coach Sean Payton noted that Nix was already moving around the facility two days after the AFC championship loss, signaling progress in his recovery. Nix’s rehab is expected to last four to six weeks, after which he will focus on an offseason regimen to adapt to a changed offensive system. The Broncos’ coaching staff has already outlined adjustments, with offensive coordinator Davis Webb taking over play-calling duties. Payton emphasized that Webb’s experience working with young quarterbacks and the team’s “quicker” offensive operations made the transition a strategic move. The shift has sparked mixed reactions within Nix’s camp, with some believing Webb’s involvement could benefit the team. Meanwhile, Nix’s relationship with Payton has deepened in his second season, as both have navigated the complexities of coaching and quarterbacking. Paton, the Broncos’ general manager, has praised Nix’s “it factor,” calling him a player who “has that factor that’s best in big moments.#sean_payton #bo_nix #izzy_nix #davis_webb #broncos
