Broncos Sign Safety Tycen Anderson, Boost Special Teams

0:00On March 19th, the Denver Broncos made their first external free agent move by signing safety and special team standout, Tyson Anderson from the Cincinnati Bengals to a one-year deal. This comes right after their big trade for wide receiver Jalen Waddle earlier this week. Anderson, a fifth-round pick in 2022, played in every game over the last two seasons for Cincinnati. He logged 83% of the Bengals special team snaps last year with very few defensive plays under his belt. The Broncos needed depth there after PJ Locke signed with Dallas, so Anderson steps in to compete with Devon Key and JL. Skinner, for the third safety spot, while boosting the coverage units right away. Meanwhile, the Bengals made a late push to keep him at a lower price, but Denver sealed the deal. Fans and analysts see this as a smart, under-the-radar pick-up, especially since Locke and Justin Strohnad handled heavy special team duties last. Season. It addresses a clear gap without breaking the bank, and the team freed up $1.58 million

1:02in cap space by restructuring offensive. Lime and Matt Parts contract. That extra flexibility could help with more moves as the offseason heats up. Looking back, it echoes the Broncos' savvy history, like the 1983 trade that landed John L. Way from the Colts in a blockbuster deal. Involving a quarterback, a top pick, and a future selection. These steps show Denver, building depth and staying aggressive, setting up an intriguing 2026 season ahead.