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The Denver Broncos just made a somewhat shocking decision.
The team announced they have released Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons.
The team will look to enter Sean Payton’s second year in charge with a clean slate.
They’ll have to eat the largest cap hit in NFL history because of the Russell Wilson situation, so they’re going to have to lean on young and cheap players to stay competitive.
Now, other teams could look to make the most of this situation.
According to James Palmer of the NFL Network, the Philadelphia Eagles could be a legitimate player for the two-time Pro Bowler.
The #eagles are looking to get younger on defense, especially in the secondary this offseason, but don’t forget Justin Simmons played for Vic Fangio and Christian Parker (new passing game coordinator/ DB coach) in Denver.
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) March 7, 2024
This is far from surprising, as he used to play under Vic Fangio, who’s now the Eagles’ defensive coordinator.
The 30-year-old made it to the league as a third-round pick in 2016, becoming one of the best defensive players in the game.
He’s made it to four second-team All-Pro selections in eight years in Denver, logging 604 tackles, 30 interceptions, and 64 passes defensed — all league-highs over that span.
The Broncos will now save up to $14.5 million against the salary cap, with the Broncos taking on $3.75 million in dead money, and they’ll have a tough time keeping up with the rest of the revamped AFC West Division next season.
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