Reports: Broncos ink 3-year deal to keep LB Justin Strnad

Field Level Media|published: Sun 8th March, 14:12 2026

Jan 4, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos linebacker Justin Strnad (40) celebrates after a sack during the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

The Denver Broncos are bringing back another key part of their defensive front. The Broncos have agreed to a 3-year, $18 million deal with linebacker Justin Strnad to keep him in Denver, multiple outlets reported Sunday.

Per the reports, $5.1 million is guaranteed at signing with $10 million guaranteed overall.

Strnad, 29, has played the past five seasons for the Broncos since Denver drafted him in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

After playing solely on special teams during his second and third seasons, Strnad has carved out himself a role as an every-game player on defense. Across the last two seasons, Strnad has started 16 games for the Broncos.

Strnad has played in 83 games (21 starts) for Denver across his five seasons. In those games he has 7.5 sacks, 177 tackles, six pass breakups and an interception.

--Field Level Media

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