Broncos Secure Pat Surtain II for 2025, Announce Zach Wilson Trade
Denver Broncos exercise Pat Surtain II's $19.8 million fifth-year option and finalize trade for quarterback Zach Wilson from the New York Jets.
- Denver Broncos picked up cornerback Pat Surtain II's fifth-year option, ensuring he remains with the team through 2025 with a $19.8 million guaranteed salary.
- Surtain, a first-team All-Pro and Pro Bowl player, is now eligible for a long-term contract extension post-NFL draft.
- The Broncos also completed a trade with the New York Jets, acquiring quarterback Zach Wilson and a seventh-round draft pick in exchange for a sixth-round selection.
- Zach Wilson, who struggled during his tenure with the Jets, will share the quarterback role with Jarrett Stidham in Denver for the 2024 season.
- Denver's draft strategy includes potential further moves to secure a quarterback, with Peyton Manning indicating high interest in Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy.