Broncos Face Roster Overhaul with 13 Unrestricted Free Agents

Key players like RB J.K. Dobbins and LB Alex Singleton headline Denver's list of pending UFAs

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The Denver Broncos have 13 players set to become unrestricted free agents when the new NFL league year begins on March 11. Unrestricted free agents are players with at least four accrued seasons in the league and expiring contracts, allowing them to negotiate with any team starting March 9. Key Broncos players hitting the open market include running back J.K. Dobbins, linebacker Alex Singleton, and defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers.

Why it matters

The Broncos are facing a significant roster overhaul this offseason with over a dozen key contributors set to hit free agency. Retaining or replacing these players will be crucial for the team as they look to bounce back from a disappointing 2022 season and build a competitive roster for the future.

The details

Unrestricted free agents (UFAs) are players with at least four accrued seasons in the NFL whose contracts have expired. These players are free to negotiate and sign with any team starting on March 9, though they can't officially join a new club until the new league year begins on March 11. The Broncos have 13 players set to become UFAs, including running back J.K. Dobbins, linebacker Alex Singleton, and defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers - all of whom played significant roles for the team in 2022.

  • NFL free agency begins on March 9, 2023.
  • The new NFL league year starts on March 11, 2023.

The players

J.K. Dobbins

A running back who played a key role in the Broncos' offense in 2022 after being acquired in a midseason trade.

Alex Singleton

A linebacker who led the Broncos in tackles in 2022 and is set to hit the open market.

John Franklin-Myers

A defensive lineman who was a valuable contributor on the Broncos' defensive line last season.

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What they’re saying

“Retaining our top free agents will be crucial for the Broncos this offseason as we look to build a competitive roster for the future.”

— George Paton, Broncos General Manager (Broncos Wire)

What’s next

The Broncos will need to decide which of their 13 unrestricted free agents they want to re-sign before the start of the new league year on March 11. They can begin negotiating with those players on March 9.

The takeaway

The Broncos face a pivotal offseason with over a dozen key contributors set to hit the open market. Retaining or replacing their top unrestricted free agents will be critical as the team looks to bounce back from a disappointing 2022 season and build a roster capable of competing in the AFC West.