Broncos Reach Deal With Versatile Fan Favorite in Latest Roster Move

Denver locks up offensive lineman Alex Palczewski on a two-year contract extension.

Mar. 5, 2026 at 7:49pm

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The Denver Broncos have agreed to a two-year contract extension with offensive lineman Alex Palczewski, a former undrafted free agent who has become a fan favorite in Denver. Palczewski has shown his versatility by playing both guard and tackle, and he started 10 games at left guard last season when Ben Powers was injured. The Broncos are looking to build on their AFC Championship Game appearance, and keeping Palczewski in the fold is part of that effort.

Why it matters

Palczewski has proven to be a valuable depth piece along the Broncos' offensive line, and his ability to play multiple positions makes him a valuable asset. With Ben Powers potentially on the trade block due to his high cap hit, Palczewski could be in line for an expanded role as a full-time starter in 2026.

The details

Palczewski, who turns 27 in August, joined the Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2023. He has appeared in 31 games over the past two seasons, starting 13 of them. In 2025, he started 10 games at left guard when Powers was sidelined with a torn bicep. Palczewski has also played right tackle, and his versatility has made him a "cult hero" among Broncos fans.

  • Palczewski joined the Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2023.
  • In 2025, Palczewski started 10 games at left guard in place of the injured Ben Powers.
  • On March 5, 2026, the Broncos agreed to a two-year contract extension with Palczewski.

The players

Alex Palczewski

A 27-year-old offensive lineman who has become a fan favorite in Denver due to his versatility and team-first mentality.

Ben Powers

The Broncos' starting left guard who is entering the final year of his contract and could be a trade candidate due to his high cap hit.

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What they’re saying

“'Palcho' was an RFA and proved himself a valuable commodity in Denver. Can play on the right side and also started at LG when Ben Powers went down.”

— Parker Gabriel, Reporter, The Denver Post (The Denver Post)

“Palczewski was an RFA in line for $3.52m low tender or $5.77m second-round tender. Negotiations no doubt started there.”

— Mike Klis, Reporter, 9News (9News)

What’s next

The Broncos will likely explore trade options for Ben Powers this offseason, which could clear the way for Palczewski to take over as the full-time starting left guard in 2026.

The takeaway

By locking up a versatile and popular player like Alex Palczewski, the Broncos are demonstrating their commitment to building depth and continuity along the offensive line as they look to build on their recent playoff success.