You have to love seeing smart decisions from the Denver Broncos front office

The Denver Broncos are in the midst of a rebuild and I am encouraged to see the steps the team is taking today as they embark on a true rebuild.

Quinn Meinerz is a damn good NFL guard. He has worked his ass off since being drafted (and before) to get to this point in his career. He has earned this contract extension and is showing signs of being a player who has a very long career ahead of him.

Compare that to the contract extension the Broncos gave Russell Wilson, which in hindsight is like night and day. Wilson hadn’t accomplished anything as a Bronco when he was given an extension. He should have been forced to play another game in Denver before getting a contract extension.

I love a move like this because it raises the bar for the future: if you put in the effort like Meinerz did, you will be rewarded. This team will sign you and you will be a fundamental part of the team going forward.

Hopefully this is also a sign that the Broncos will no longer give big contracts to players who don’t deserve them…

Broncos News:

Broncos and guard Quinn Meinerz agree to four-year, $80 million contract extension
Guard Quinn Meinerz and the Denver Broncos have agreed to a four-year, $80 million contract extension, NFL Network insiders Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo reported Tuesday. The deal includes $45 million in guarantees.

Broncos QB Competition: Jarrett Stidham
As the 2024 Ford-backed training camp approaches, we take a closer look at all three quarterbacks on the Broncos’ roster. Jarrett Stidham, Zach Wilson and Bo Nix will compete for the starting job for Denver, and each player spoke with DenverBroncos.c.

Mile High Morning: A behind-the-scenes look at the Broncos staff who played a key role in getting flag football approved for girls in high schools
Bobby Mestas, Broncos youth and high school football director, and Allie Engelken, Denver’s vice president of community impact, were the driving forces behind the Denver Broncos Foundation’s support for the inclusion of flag football in girls’ high schools in Colorado.

Is Javonte Williams back to full strength? There are many questions about RB – Denver Sports
Javonte Williams struggled to return from a horrific injury last year. Can he make it back to the top?

More NFL news:

Brandon Aiyuk demands transfer from 49ers as WR seeks new contract
Niners wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has asked the club for a trade after unsuccessful attempts to reach a contract extension during the offseason, NFL Network insider Mike Garafolo reported Tuesday.

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes brings first TV to Olympic camp: “College Football 25”
Patrick Mahomes, quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs, is adjusting his training routine. For the first time, the star has brought a television to camp – and for an important reason.

Las Vegas Raiders status: Can Antonio Pierce secure a playoff spot in his first full season as head coach?
In the last 21 years, the Raiders have only made the playoffs twice. Can Antonio Pierce rewrite the script in his first full season as head coach? Adam Rank examines the state of the franchise ahead of the 2024 NFL season.

Gambling charges dropped against Patriots’ Kayshon Boutte – ESPN
The state of Louisiana has dropped charges against Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte for underage gambling and computer fraud.

Sources: Browns and Dustin Hopkins extend contract by 3 years and $15.9 million – ESPN
The Browns and kicker Dustin Hopkins have agreed to a three-year, $15.9 million contract extension, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter, making him one of the highest-paid kickers in the league.