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To be tendered by Broncos Broncos general manager George Paton stated the team intends to apply a restricted free agent tender to Patrick (foot), Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.

Impact Though Paton didn't go into details on the upcoming transaction, Renck expects Patrick to draw a second-round tender. With Courtland Sutton (knee) unavailable Weeks 3 through 17 of last season, Patrick stepped into a prime role in the Broncos' offense, nearly quadrupling his previous career high with 15 starts. The 27-year-old's six receiving scores led the team, while his 742 receiving yards were surpassed by only Jerry Jeudy. Patrick was forced to sit out Denver's season finale against Las Vegas because of a foot sprain, but he's expected to be recuperated in time for Broncos OTAs this spring. That is, so long as another team doesn't bite on the tender and extract Patrick from the team's receiving corps.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Denver Broncos place franchise tag on Justin Simmons again ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Broncos safety Justin Simmons is the first NFL player to be franchise tagged in 2021.

13 HOURS AGO • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Receives nod from GM Broncos general manager George Paton said of Lock and the team's quarterback situation, "We're always going to bring in competition at every position, quarterback as well, but I li...

Impact The Broncos made an attempt to trade for former Lions' signal-caller Matthew Stafford in February, according to James Palmer of NFL Network. Such a development renders Lock's status atop the quarterback depth chart as tentative; but Paton has been publicly upbeat about Lock, stating that he has "all the traits you look for in a quarterback." The 24-year-old was tied for an NFL-worst 15 interceptions thrown during the 2020 campaign, while the Broncos QB position as a whole posted bottom-two finishes in both completion rate (54 percent) and passer rating (72.5). Lock composed a much-improved 7:2 TD:INT Weeks 14 through 17, but Denver went just 1-3 in those games.

13 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Denver Broncos place franchise tag on Justin Simmons again ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - Broncos safety Justin Simmons is the first NFL player to be franchise tagged in 2021.

13 HOURS AGO • THESTAR.COM

Denver Broncos place franchise tag on Justin Simmons again Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons has been franchise tagged for a second consecutive season

13 HOURS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Intending to resume career in 2021 Broncos general manager George Paton said that James is "ready to go" after opting out of the 2020 season, Kyle Newman of the Denver Post reports.

Impact After James started 15 games for the Dolphins during 2018, Denver signed the veteran offensive tackle to a four-year, $51 million deal in March of 2019. While analytic-driven evaluators like Pro Football Focus considered James to be a solid tackle during his time in Miami, he's fielded just 63 total snaps over the Broncos' past 32 games. Knee issues sidelined James for nearly all of 2019, and it's challenging to gauge what caliber of player he'll be after spending 2020 away from the team because of COVID-19 concerns.

13 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Denver Broncos place franchise tag on Justin Simmons again Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons has been franchise tagged for a second consecutive season

13 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Prosecutors won't pursue criminal charges against Von Miller DENVER (AP) — Prosecutors said Friday that Broncos star linebacker Von Miller won't face criminal charges following an investigation by poli...

13 HOURS AGO • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

2021 NFL mock draft: Trade buzz! Jets make QB call, Broncos go first on defense Ja'Marr Chase breaks into the top five and Kyle Pitts isn't far behind, with a look at whether each team is more likely to move up or down.

14 HOURS AGO • THEATHLETIC.COM

Prosecutors won't pursue criminal charges against Von Miller Prosecutors say Broncos linebacker Von Miller won't face criminal charges following an investigation by police in a Denver suburb

14 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

WATCH: Jerry Jeudy putting in offseason work to improve hand-eye coordination Former Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy has his rookie season in the NFL under his belt. He will now look to improve in year No. 2. As the...

14 HOURS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Broncos have bought more time with Justin Simmons. Will a long-term deal follow? Broncos safety Justin Simmons is just the eighth player since 2008 to receive the franchise tag in consecutive seasons.

14 HOURS AGO • THEATHLETIC.COM

No charges filed Miller (ankle) will have no charges brought against him in regards his investigation by the Parker (Colo.) Police Department, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Miller had been subject to an investigation for unspecified allegations by the Parker Police Department since mid-January, but the District Attorney's office from 18th Judicial District has now decided not to file any charges. Broncos general manager George Paton recently announced that he wants to bring Miller back for 2021, per Aric DiLalla of the team's official site, and the veteran linebacker's legal situation now being resolved could smooth out negotiations. Miller's anticipated cap hit for 2021 is $22.2 million, too rich a figure for a player coming off a completely missed season due to a dislocated peroneal tendon. With Justin Simmons having just received Denver's franchise tag, it looks like Miller's negotiations will have to revolve around a revised multi-year deal that would reduce his cap hit.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Denver Broncos placing franchise tag on star safety Justin Simmons | NFL News, Rankings and Statistics | PFF The Denver Broncos have once again elected to use the franchise tag on Pro-Bowl safety Justin Simmons, the highest-graded safety in the leag...

15 HOURS AGO • PFF.COM

Broncos place franchise tag on safety Justin Simmons GM George Paton stressed on Thursday his desire to sign Simmons to a long-term deal, which remains a viable option.

15 HOURS AGO • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons becomes first NFL player to get franchise tag in 2021, per reports Pro Bowl Denver safety Justin Simmons tagged by team for second straight year.

16 HOURS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Offseason priority for GM General manager George Paton considers Harris (knee) to be "a priority" for the Broncos to re-sign in free agency, Kyle Newman of the Denver Post reports.

Impact The defensive end's contract was set to expire last March as well, but Denver found a way to retain his services by offering a one-year, $3.3 million deal. Harris, who has compiled 8.5 sacks, 17 QB hits, 16 pass deflections and 12 tackles for loss the past two seasons, would unquestionably command attention on the free-agent market. His 2020 Pro Football Focus performance grade (88.3) could foreseeably convince NFL GMs into pitching him a sizeable multi-year deal. A late-season knee injury, as well as a total of five 2020 absences, may diminish contractual leverage, however.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Receiving franchise tag The Broncos will apply the franchise tag to Simmons on Friday, Benjamin Allbright of KOA Colorado reports.

Impact Simmons, who was set to become an unrestricted free agent, will receive the franchise tag after another impressive season in 2020 that included 96 tackles (77 solo) and nine pass breakups, Simmons finds himself in unique territory for his position, becoming the first safety since Donovan Darius (2003-2005) to be tagged in consecutive seasons. Broncos general manager George Paton confirmed Friday the team intends to work out a multi-year contract with the star defender, per Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com. "Designating (Simmons) with the franchise tag is a procedural move that allows us to continue working on a long-term deal," said Paton.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Broncos placing 1-year franchise tag on safety Justin Simmons The Broncos still hope to reach a multi-year agreement with Justin Simmons.

16 HOURS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Colin Cowherd: 'Peyton Manning to Denver reminds me of Russell Wilson to Chicago' I THE HERD

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19 HOURS AGO • Fox Sports

Already running routes Sutton (knee) has already resumed running routes while rehabbing from a torn ACL, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

Impact Sutton continues to inspire confidence in his recovery process. He initially suffered ACL and MCL tears in his left knee Sept. 20 before undergoing surgery in October. As long as the 25-year-old is able to continue avoiding any setbacks, he should be cleared for practice by the time training camp rolls around, and it's possible that he could get limited work in during the offseason program. Sutton will join the most crowded pass-catching corps of his career as he enters the fourth and final season of his rookie deal, with Jerry Jeudy, Noah Fant, Tim Patrick (ankle) and KJ Hamler (concussion) all vying for targets. If the Broncos end up upgrading from Drew Lock, as it's been rumored the team wishes to do, Sutton could also have to adjust to a new quarterback in 2021.

20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mile High Morning: GM George Paton explains approach to free agency “You never want to go crazy in free agency,” Paton said Thursday. “You don’t want to build your team in free agency.”

20 HOURS AGO • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

In GM's 2021 plans Broncos general manager George Paton said of Miller (ankle) on Thursday, "We want to bring Von back," Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.

Impact Miller was under investigation from the Parker (Colo.) Police Department during January and February, but allegations against the 31-year-old remain unspecified and no charges have been filed. While Paton shows deference to the ongoing legal proceedings by labeling the matter a "serious situation," he's simultaneously considering avenues that would keep the Super Bowl 50 MVP in the Mile High City. Miller's anticipated 2021 cap hit of $22.2 million is disproportionate for a player who missed all of last season because of a dislocated peroneal tendon in his ankle, and who the year prior registered his lowest sack total (eight) over a campaign with at least 10 game appearances. A revised multi-year deal -- consisting of a reduced per-season cap hit -- may be the ideal resolution for both sides, but Miller's unresolved legal situation adds a component of uncertainty to negotiations.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Broncos: Top 11 takeaways from George Paton’s pre-free agency presser New Denver Broncos general manager George Paton addressed the media on Thursday along with head coach Vic Fangio, and while his press confer...

1 DAY AGO • PREDOMINANTLYORANGE.COM

Denver Broncos want Miller back but legal, money issues loom ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - New general manager George Paton said Thursday the Denver Broncos want Von Miller back in 2021, but they want to hear mor...

1 DAY AGO • THESTAR.COM