Justin Simmons Retires as Bronco for Life

0:00On April 29, Denver Broncos fans brace yourselves, long-time safety Justin Simmons just announced his retirement after nine solid NFL seasons. The 32-year-old was drafted by the team exactly 10 years ago on April 29, 2026, and he's calling it quits as a Bronco for life. He spent his first eight years anchoring the Secondary in Denver before the team released him in 2024. He's then suited up for one season with the Atlanta Falcons and sat out 2025 entirely. In the locker room, he was a three-time captain and a key voice, earning all-pro's second team honors four times and pro-bull nods twice. Over 134 games, he racked up 665 tackles, 32 interceptions, 71 passes defended, and five forced fumbles. The Broncos organization lit up social media with tributes, hailing him as an all-pro player, a person, and Bronco, through and through. Simmons shared how his time in Denver shaped him deeply, turning the team into his heart,

1:03home, and personal story. As Broncos' country reflects on those glory moments, Simmons leaves a legacy that's pure orange and blue gold, etched forever in the franchise history.