Broncos Prioritize Offense in Free Agency

0:00On March 6th, the Denver Broncos' defense stands strong, heading into free agency, ranked as one of the top units in the league last season. While some experts suggest adding veteran safety Kevin Baird to boost turnovers, the team might be better off skipping that move and focusing on, often instead, Bleacher Report recently highlighted Baird as a potential fit, pointing to his league leading seven interceptions in 2025 with the Chicago Bears. At 33 years old this summer, he's a proven ball-hawk from his pro-bowl and all pro days. That said, the Broncos already boosted one of the NFL's best safety tannins in Brandon Jones and Talonoa Huffanga, both locked in under contract. Their secondary runs deep with young stars like Patrick Surtain, Riley Moss, and Jaquan McMillian, plus they just used the first round pick. On defensive back, Jade Barron, signing Baird would eat up cash needed elsewhere, like linebacker, running back and tied end, where the offense desperately needs help.

1:01The defense slipped in creating turnovers from 2024 to 2025, but with coordinator Vance Joseph returning, internal. Improvement seemed likely. Overall, the Broncos look set to prioritize offense in free agency, letting their defense build on its strengths without big spending on the back end.