The Denver Broncos released safety Justin Simmons on Thursday, a cut that will save the team $14.5 million in salary cap space.
After the news was announced, the Broncos released the following statement on their official website:
Justin Simmons’ impact as a Denver Bronco extends far beyond his exceptional play during eight seasons with our organization.
In addition to growing into an All-Pro and team captain, Justin became our perennial Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year devoted to uplifting others and using his influence for positive change. Whether it was in Denver or his hometown of Stuart, Florida, Justin inspired and mentored countless youth while providing unwavering support to the community. The hundreds of hours he spent at the Denver Broncos Boys & Girls Club will be as much a part of Justin’s legacy with the Broncos as his leadership, dependability and many interceptions.
Justin will always be a Bronco, and we thank him for the outstanding manner in which he represented our organization on and off the field. We wish Justin, his wife Taryn, and their children Laney, Shae and Kyler the very best in the future.
Releasing such a statement suggests the Broncos will not be re-signing the safety at a cheaper rate. Denver likely asked Simmons to take a pay cut before releasing him.
P.J. Locke is scheduled to become a free agent next week so the Broncos’ remaining safeties under contract for 2024 are Caden Sterns, Delarrin Turner-Yell, J.L. Skinner, Devon Key and Tanner McCalister.
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