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Broncos Sign Zach Allen to Four-Year, $102 Million Extension

The four-year pact resets the interior defensive lineman market with a $25.5 million annual salary.

Dec 28, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Allen (99) reacts after a play against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • The Broncos signed All-Pro defensive lineman Zach Allen to a four-year, $102 million extension with $69.5 million guaranteed.
  • The agreement secures Allen’s tenure in Denver through the 2029 season.
  • At $25.5 million per year, Allen becomes the NFL’s third-highest-paid interior defensive lineman.
  • His deal follows the recent four-year, $92 million extension for wide receiver Courtland Sutton and exemplifies Denver’s commitment to roster continuity under Sean Payton.
  • With Allen under contract, the Broncos are set to open extension talks with edge rusher Nik Bonitto ahead of his free agency.