Jon Heath, Broncos WireSat, November 29, 2025 at 1:01 PM UTC·1 min readThe Denver Broncos gave contract extensions to kicker Wil Lutz, center Luke Wattenberg and defensive lineman Malcolm Roach coming out of their bye week, and they've given extensions to 11 key players since 2024.
Even after those deals, the Broncos still have five notable players scheduled to become unrestricted free agents in 2026. Here's a quick look at those players.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement1. DL John Franklin-Myers: He is a key part of one of the best defenses in the NFL, but after giving big deals elsewhere on the offensive line, Denver appears to be trending toward letting JFM test the open market in free agency.
2. RB J.K. Dobbins: He ranked fifth in the NFL with 772 rushing yards before his injury. Dobbins could return later this season -- if the Broncos reach the Super Bowl.
3. LB Justin Strnad: He's started 15 games since 2024, totaling 121 tackles, 6.5 sacks, five pass breakups and an interception.
4. TE Adam Trautman: His numbers aren't flashy -- 46 receptions for 485 yards and six touchdowns in 45 games -- but Trautman is a reliable blocker, and coach Sean Payton clearly trusts him.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement5. LB Alex Singleton: He's a team captain and a tackling machine. Singleton is expected to return to action this weekend after recovering from surgery for testicular cancer earlier this month.
The NFL's 2026 free agency negotiating window will open on March 9, followed by the opening of the new league year and official start of free agency on March 11. Any in-house pending free agents who do not get extensions before March 9 will be eligible to negotiate with other clubs.
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This article originally appeared on Broncos Wire: Denver Broncos: 5 key players set to become free agents in 2026
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