Broncos sign Patrick Surtain II to $96M extension, making him NFL’s highest-paid cornerback

The Denver Broncos have secured Patrick Surtain II with a $96M extension, making him NFL's highest-paid cornerback.

The Denver Broncos have secured the future of star cornerback Patrick Surtain II with a massive four-year contract extension worth $96 million, making him the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history. 

The deal, which guarantees $77.5 million, averages $24 million per year, surpassing the previous record for cornerbacks by $3 million.

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Sources: The #Broncos and star CB Patrick Surtain II have agreed to terms on a massive 4-year extension worth $96M — $24M per year.

The 24-year-old gets $77.5M guaranteed. The deal done by Tory Dandy of CAA makes Surtain the highest-paid DB in NFL history 💰 💰 💰 pic.twitter.com/ZU8YzmiTaj

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 4, 2024

Surtain, 24, has been a key player for the Broncos since being drafted in the top 10 in 2021. He has made a significant impact on the team’s defense, earning back-to-back Pro Bowl selections. In the 2023 season, Surtain recorded 69 tackles, 12 pass breakups, and an interception, solidifying his status as one of the league's premier cornerbacks.

The extension comes as the Broncos, under head coach Sean Payton, prepare for a fresh start with Bo Nix as their quarterback. Surtain’s new deal ensures his presence as a cornerstone of the team's defense for years to come.