Broncos Re-sign Strnad, Shake Up Linebacker Room

0:00On March 8th, the Denver Broncos are shaking up their linebacker room this off-season. They just resigned Justin Sternad to a three-year deal worth $18 million, with $10 million guaranteed, including $5.1 million. At-signing. This move comes as the team looks to fix a position that's struggled with injuries and inconsistent play in recent years. As Thernand stepped up big over the last two seasons, starting games and delivering solid stats like SEX, tackles for loss and quarterback hits. In particular, his past rushing ability has stood out, averaging around four sacks per 17 game seasons since 2024. He made it clear he wanted a starting role, and this extension suggests the Broncos see him as a key piece moving forward. Fans have been frustrated with the linebacker group for a while now, as Denver hasn't invested heavily in free agency or big contracts there before. The position just hasn't clicked, leaving the defense vulnerable, now with Sternad back,

1:00many are wondering if this signals the end of Alex Singleton's time with the team, since he's also a free agent without end, extension. Looking ahead, Sternad could pair with Dre Greenlaw as the starting duo, giving the Broncos a more stable front. Both free agency and the 2026 draft are loaded with talent at linebacker, so expect Denver to add death without breaking the bank. This keeps the Broncos off-season exciting as they build a tougher defense for next season.