Justin Simmons - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Retiring a Bronco Simmons announced Wednesday he is retiring from football.

Impact Exactly 10 years after he was drafted by Denver in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft, Simmons announced his retirement. Over eight NFL seasons with the Broncos and one with the Falcons, he recorded 666 tackles and 32 interceptions in 134 games. He was named second-team All Pro four times in five seasons from 2019 to 2023, and he received Pro Bowl honors twice. He currently stands tied for seventh on Denver's list of all-time interceptions leaders.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Former Broncos' 2-Time Pro Bowl Safety Justin Simmons Announces NFL Retirement

Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons has retired following a nine-year career, including eight seasons with the Denver Broncos.

APRIL 29 • FOX SPORTS

Former Broncos' 2-Time Pro Bowl Safety Justin Simmons Announces NFL Retirement

NFL 2020s Half-Decade Team: Henry or CMC at RB? Which 3 WRs Make the Cut?

With five seasons of the 2020s in the books, we've assembled an NFL half-decade team.

JULY 8, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

NFL 2020s Half-Decade Team: Henry or CMC at RB? Which 3 WRs Make the Cut?

2025 NFL Draft: Safety prospects the Falcons could target each day Justin Simmons' running mate for 2025 is not locked in. Perhaps a rookie could be drafted for that reason.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Kansas City Chiefs rival opens up about possibly joining the team in free agency Kansas City #Chiefs long-time rival Justin Simmons opens up about possibly joining the team in free agency | @EdEastonJr

APRIL 11, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

All-Pro Safety Hints At Bills Blockbuster Signing The Buffalo Bills could look to bring in a top safety like Justin Simmons to round out their entire defense.

APRIL 10, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

All-Pro Safety Practically Begs To Join Eagles Justin Simmons remains unsigned and appears is willing to do whatever he needs to join the Philadelphia Eagles.

APRIL 9, 2025 • KANSASCITY.COM

4-time All-Pro lists Eagles, Bills, Bengals among preferred free-agent destinations | Sporting News Canada Four-time All-Pro safety Justin Simmons remains one of the best players available in free agency. Recently, he listed three teams he'd like...

APRIL 9, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

4-time All-Pro lists Eagles, Bills, Bengals among preferred free-agent destinations | Sporting News Four-time All-Pro safety Justin Simmons remains one of the best players available in free agency. Recently, he listed three teams he'd like...

APRIL 9, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Justin Simmons predicted to end free agency stint by signing with new-look AFC team | Sporting News Justin Simmons is one of the biggest names remaining on the free-agent market and the veteran defensive back could end up signing with an AF...

MARCH 26, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Justin Simmons predicted to end free agency stint by signing with new-look AFC team | Sporting News Canada Justin Simmons is one of the biggest names remaining on the free-agent market and the veteran defensive back could end up signing with an AF...

MARCH 26, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Eagles' 1 Major Need Remains 'High On The List' to Fill The Philadelphia Eagles have a need at safety but Justin Simmons is someone who can help with that.

MARCH 18, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

All-Pro Safety Expresses Desire To Sign With Eagles Justin Simmons could be the perfect stop-gap for the Philadelphia Eagles at the safety position.

MARCH 13, 2025 • KANSASCITY.COM

Another strong season in 2024 Simmons recorded 62 total tackles (36 solo) and seven passes defensed, including two interceptions, over 16 games in 2024.

Impact Simmons joined the Falcons in mid-August after spending the first seasons of his career with the Broncos, playing in at least 16 contests for the first time since 2021. The safety has now registered multiple interceptions in each of his nine NFL campaigns and he'll be an unrestricted free agent heading into the offseason.

JANUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six tackles vs. Commanders Simmons recorded six total tackles (all solo) in Sunday night's 30-24 overtime loss to the Commanders.

Impact Simmons tied Dee Alford as the Falcons' third-leading tackler in the Week 17 loss, behind both Kaden Elliss (nine tackles) and Jessie Bates (12 tackles). The 31-year-old has now accumulated 56 tackles through 15 appearances this season and is on pace to finish with his lowest tackle total since his rookie season in 2016 (30 stops). Despite Simmons' underwhelming tackle output, he's contributed seven passes defended, including two interceptions, making key plays for the Falcons' defense. Expect the Boston College product to remain Atlanta's top strong safety in Week 18, when the Falcons face the Panthers.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Justin Simmons intercepts the Desmond Ridder pass vs. Las Vegas Raiders Justin Simmons intercepts the Desmond Ridder pass vs. Las Vegas Raiders.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

The Vikings and their in-gear offense will be a tough team to outscore moving forward

The Minnesota Vikings are on a six-game winning streak after defeating the Atlanta Falcons 42-21

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • Associated Press

Vikings seek 6th straight win as struggling old friend Kirk Cousins arrives with the Falcons

The Minnesota Vikings have won five straight games to improve to 10-2 and host Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons this week

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • Associated Press

Browns-Broncos Monday night game features red-hot wide receivers and ex-teammates Jeudy and Sutton

Wide receiver Jerry Jeudy returns to Denver on Monday night following his trade to the Cleveland Browns in the offseason

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • Associated Press

Justin Simmons Mic'd Up in return to Denver Watch Falcons safety Justin Simmons mic'd up against his former team the Denver Broncos.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons' Justin Simmons can't slow Broncos' passing attack in 'bittersweet' return to Denver DENVER — Back in the stadium where he blossomed into one of the most decorated defensive backs of his generation, Falcons safety Justin Simm...

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • AJC.COM

Atlanta Falcons' Justin Simmons speaks postgame following Denver Broncos Atlanta Falcons Safety Justin Simmons speaks with media and reflects on facing the Denver Broncos, his former team.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Bo Nix throws 4 touchdown passes and the Broncos roll past the Falcons 38-6

Bo Nix threw a season-high four touchdown passes and the Denver Broncos rolled past the Atlanta Falcons 38-6 to snap a two-game losing streak

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • Associated Press

Falcons' Justin Simmons has 'no bad blood' with Broncos ahead of return to Denver Justin Simmons heads back to Denver this weekend, the place he called home for eight seasons. The Falcons safety, whom the Broncos cut in th...

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • NFL.COM

Broncos, Falcons both trying to put botched special teams play behind them ahead of Simmons' reunion

The Denver Broncos and Atlanta Falcons are both trying to get over botched special teams play that cost them wins last weekend

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • Associated Press

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