The Denver Broncos have made a strategic move ahead of the upcoming NFL draft by exercising the fifth-year option on the contract of cornerback Pat Surtain II, as reported by Adam Schefter of ESPN. This decision reflects the team’s confidence in Surtain, who has proven to be a cornerstone of the Broncos’ defense since being drafted ninth overall in 2021.
Since joining the Broncos, Surtain has appeared in 50 games, starting 49 of them, including every game in the last two seasons. His exceptional performance has earned him recognition as a first-team All-Pro and Pro Bowler in both 2022 and 2023. In his career, Surtain has recorded 36 passes defensed and seven interceptions.
Broncos General Manager George Paton expressed the team’s commitment to Surtain in February when he stated that exercising his option would be ‘a no-brainer’ for the franchise. With this move, Surtain is projected to make a guaranteed $19.8 million in 2025.
The Broncos’ decision to exercise Surtain’s fifth-year option demonstrates their long-term vision for the team’s defense. Surtain’s combination of athleticism, instincts, and ball skills make him a key piece in the Broncos’ plans for success in the years to come.
