Broncos Trim Roster, Greenlaw Returns to Niners

0:00On April 3rd, the Denver Broncos made a tough call on their linebacker room, resigning Alex Singleton and Justin Strohnad while releasing Dre Greenlaw to save just over $8 million. It was pure cat math, prioritizing those two vets who held down the starting spots for most of the 2025 season. Coach Sean Payton opened up about how hard it hit, calling Greenlaw one of the most passionate players he's coached. He hates letting go of that fire. The compete level, all the intangibles the guy brings to the field. Payton feels some responsibility when these moves don't pan out, especially with a talent like that. But the Broncos had to trim the fat to keep their core intact. Looking ahead to 2026, they're sliding third year outside linebacker Jonah Ellis inside for some reps to build depth. Singleton and Strohnad were non-negotiable must-haves, so no room for three at that spot. Greenlaw wasted no time, heading back to the San Francisco 49ers where he fits right in. Broncos fans buckle up.

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